No. 1 Sabalenka Faces No. 4 Gauff in Madrid Open Final

Madrid, Spain — The highly anticipated final of the 2025 Mutua Madrid Open is set for Saturday, May 3, as World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka takes on No. 4 Coco Gauff. The match, scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. CEST (12:30 p.m. ET), will take place at the Caja Mágica.

This marks the 10th meeting between the two talented players, with Gauff currently holding a 5-4 edge in their head-to-head record. Both athletes are vying for their first WTA 1000 clay title of the season. Sabalenka has already secured victories in Brisbane and Miami this year, while Gauff is riding high after a decisive 6-1, 6-1 win over defending champion Iga Swiatek in the semifinals on May 1.

Sabalenka, who has reached her 37th career final and her 10th on clay, aims for her third title at the Madrid Open. She previously won in 2021 and 2023 and finished as runner-up last year. With a season record of 30-5, she has established herself as a formidable opponent, especially with her unbeaten record against Top 10 players in 2025.

Gauff, at just 20 years old, has advanced to her 11th career final, looking to improve her remarkable 9-1 record in finals. The American’s only loss came against Swiatek in the 2022 French Open. Gauff’s performance at this year’s Madrid Open further highlights her growing skillset, marking her best result on clay since that 2022 final.

With 650 PIF WTA Ranking points and €523,870 in prize money guaranteed for both finalists, the winner will take home an additional 1,000 points and €985,030. Sabalenka’s current position guarantees she will retain her World No. 1 ranking, while Gauff will rise to No. 2 with a win.

This matchup serves not only as a captivating athletic contest but also continues the narrative of a fierce rivalry that dates back to their first meeting in 2020. Fans are eagerly awaiting the showdown as both athletes promise an exhilarating battle on the court.