Aryna Sabalenka MESSED Coco Gauff After Her QUICK DEFEAT at Wimbledon, Sparking Outrage and a Blistering Response from Brad Gilbert

Wimbledon 2025 is delivering drama not just on the courts — but off them. In a fiery turn of events that has shaken the tennis community, world No. 3 Aryna Sabalenka delivered a scathing remark following Coco Gauff’s stunning early-round defeat to Ukrainian underdog Dayana Yastremska.

The match was a shock in itself. Gauff, widely seen as a favorite to reach the semifinals, was crushed 6–2, 6–3 in just over an hour, looking visibly frustrated and unable to find her rhythm. But while fans were still processing the loss, Sabalenka poured gasoline on the fire.

In her own post-match press availability, the Belarusian was asked whether Gauff’s defeat opened up the draw. Her response left the room stunned:

“Honestly? It’s all luck. She didn’t deserve to win in the first place. Everyone keeps treating her like she’s unbeatable. That’s not reality. That’s marketing.”

Delivered with a smirk and sarcastic tone, Sabalenka’s remark immediately went viral, igniting a firestorm of reactions on social media and among players, coaches, and commentators.

A War of Words Erupts

Fans rushed to defend Gauff, calling Sabalenka’s comments disrespectful, petty, and unprofessional. Within 30 minutes, #SabalenkaShame and #RespectCoco were trending across Twitter and TikTok.

But it didn’t stop there.

Brad Gilbert, Coco Gauff’s coach and one of the most respected voices in American tennis, was approached for comment during a backstage interview with ESPN. What came next was caught on camera — and quickly became one of the most shared clips of the tournament.

“Sabalenka talking about luck? That’s rich. She should look in the mirror before tearing down a 21-year-old who’s already achieved more than most.”

At the end of the clip, Gilbert looked directly into the camera, and with a deadpan expression, raised his middle finger, clearly aimed at Sabalenka — an unfiltered response that was censored in some broadcasts, but widely circulated online uncensored within minutes.

Fans and Players Take Sides

The tennis world now seems divided. Some believe Sabalenka was simply “saying what others are too afraid to say”, while others see it as a classless attack on a young athlete trying to find her footing under global pressure.

Naomi Osaka tweeted a subtle jab:

“Some players win with humility. Others lose with noise. Choose your side.”

Iga Swiatek reposted Gauff’s final match photo with the caption: “Still proud. Still rising. Always respect.”

Meanwhile, former pros like Chris Evert and Lindsay Davenport called for stricter post-match media policies, citing emotional pressure and rising tensions.

Gauff Responds with Grace

Coco Gauff, as always, stayed above the chaos. In a short tweet later that evening, she simply wrote:

“Wimbledon didn’t go my way. But I’m still here. Still working. Still grateful.”

Fans flooded the post with heart emojis and encouragement, praising her maturity in the face of such intense criticism.

What’s Next?

With the US Open only weeks away, all eyes will be on a possible Gauff vs. Sabalenka showdown. And after this week’s verbal clash, that matchup might just become the most anticipated grudge match of the year.