Moise Kouame, a 17-year-old French tennis player, defeated former US Open champion Marin Cilic in the first round of Roland Garros, becoming the youngest male player to win a Grand Slam match in 17 years. The teenager, who trains with former world No. 7 Richard Gasquet, expressed overwhelming emotion after the win and now prepares to face Paraguay’s Adolfo Daniel Vallejo in the second round.

May 27, 2026

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French 17-year-old Moise Kouame stuns former Grand Slam champion Marin Cilic at Roland Garros

French 17-year-old Moise Kouame stunned former US Open champion Marin Cilic in straight sets at the French Open, becoming the youngest male player to win a Grand Slam match in 17 years. The wildcard entry dominated his 37-year-old opponent, saving two set points in the first set before cruising to a 7-6(4), 6-2, 6-1 victory on Court Simonne Mathieu.

May 26, 2026