In a thrilling turn of events at the 2025 Canadian Open, all eyes are on rising American tennis stars Coco Gauff and Clervie Ngounoue Kessler, who are set to compete in the women’s doubles final this afternoon. With their unexpected yet explosive partnership lighting up the courts in Montreal, fans are eager to see if this dynamic duo can clinch the title.
This afternoon, she teams up with fellow American McCartney Kessler to face off against the third‑seeded team of Taylor Townsend and Zhang Shuai in the women’s doubles final in Montreal.
Gauff and Kessler have made the most of their debut partnership, taking down experienced teams on their way to the championship match. The pair have taken the tournament by storm with their fierce communication, quick reflexes, and relentless drive. Each round has brought a tougher challenge, but Gauff and Kessler have answered every call, taking down experienced pairs with surprising ease and chemistry.
In the quarterfinals, Gauff and Kessler upset former Grand Slam champions Barbora Krejcikova and Jelena Ostapenko, using aggressive net play and smart poaching to seize control of the match.
In the semifinals, the pair staged a comeback against Olga Danilovic and Su‑Wei Hsieh, dropping the first set before rallying to win 5‑7, 6‑4, 10‑6 in a decisive match tiebreak. Their growing chemistry and clutch performance under pressure have carried them to the title round.
Awaiting them today is an experienced and dangerous pairing. Townsend’s left‑handed spin and net instincts complement Zhang’s precision and veteran poise, giving them the edge in experience and seeding.
For Gauff, this final is another opportunity to add silverware to an already glittering career. For Kessler, it’s a chance to announce her arrival to the world stage in grand style. For fans, it’s a treat — a perfect blend of youth, talent, and fierce determination.
As the sun sets over Centre Court, Gauff and Kessler will step out not just as players, but as a dynamic duo rewriting the script of women’s doubles.
Stay tuned.
