France’s Kouame becomes youngest male Grand Slam match-winner in 17 years
Moise Kouame, a 17-year-old French tennis player, made history by becoming the youngest male Grand Slam match-winner in 17 years at the French Open. He defeated former US Open champion Marin Cilic in straight sets, showcasing impressive skill and composure. Kouame's victory marks a significant milestone in his burgeoning career as he prepares for his next match against Adolfo Daniel Vallejo.
- ▪Moise Kouame won his first Grand Slam match against Marin Cilic with a score of 7-6(4) 6-2 6-1.
- ▪At 17 years and two months old, he is the youngest player to win a Grand Slam match since 2009.
- ▪Kouame did not concede a break of serve during the match and displayed remarkable defensive speed and shot placement.
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Sport|TennisFrance’s Kouame becomes youngest male Grand Slam match-winner in 17 yearsAt 17, Moise Kouame becomes the youngest winner of a Grand Slam match with French Open win against Marin Cilic.ListenListen (3 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoFrance's Moise Kouame reacts as he plays against Croatia's Marin Cilic during their men's singles match [Julien de Rosa/AFP]By ReutersPublished On 26 May 202626 May 2026French teenager Moise Kouame announced himself on the Grand Slam stage in emphatic fashion, beating former US Open champion Marin Cilic 7-6(4) 6-2 6-1 at the French Open to become the youngest man to win a major main-draw match in 17 years.Handed a wildcard by organisers, the 17-year-old…
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