The tennis world was left buzzing after the much-anticipated showdown between Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek at the 2025 United Cup final. Serena Williams’ ex-coach Rennae Stubbs, Jannik Sinner’s coach Darren Cahill, and other prominent figures in tennis shared their thoughts on this thrilling match.

In an electrifying final, Coco Gauff from Team USA faced off against Iga Swiatek of Team Poland. Gauff, along with Taylor Fritz, represented Team USA, while Swiatek paired with Hubert Hurkacz for Team Poland.

On January 5, 2025, Gauff secured a decisive 6-4, 6-4 victory over Swiatek, giving Team USA an early 1-0 lead. Fritz followed suit with a hard-fought 6-4, 5-7, 7-6(4) win over Hurkacz, sealing the United States’ second United Cup title in three years.

Gauff’s victory marked her second consecutive win over the former World No. 1, following a triumph in the second round of the 2024 WTA Finals. This latest victory was Gauff’s third in 14 encounters against Swiatek.

Prominent figures in the tennis community quickly took to social media to share their reactions. Serena Williams’ former coach Rennae Stubbs lauded both players,stating

“Such a fun competitive match right now with @iga_swiatek v @CocoGauff!!! The 2 best movers in tennis just crushing balls, retrieving shots left and right and two champs going at it! I LOVE this sport!”

Stubbs’ enthusiasm was echoed by Jannik Sinner’s coach Darren Cahill, who stated:

“Gauff vs Swiatek tennis is so good.”

Former British tennis player Mark Petchey highlighted the significance of this matchup for the United Cup, noting

Coco Gauff has totally changed the dynamic in her rivalry with Iga Swiatek. Coco is coming for the #1 ranking this year.”