Coco Gauff vs. Marie Bouzková — A high-stakes third-round showdown is set for Saturday, May 31, at Roland Garros as World No. 2 Coco Gauff takes on Czech star Marie Bouzková in what promises to be a thriller on the Parisian clay. The match is scheduled to begin no earlier than 8:50 a.m. ET / 5:50 a.m. PT on Court Philippe Chatrier, and will be broadcast live in the U.S. on TNT Sports channels and Max.
Gauff has cruised through the first two rounds, defeating Olivia Gadecki and Tereza Valentova without dropping a set. But the American faces a much tougher test now. Despite her strong form, Gauff has never beaten Bouzková in two previous encounters — including a 2023 upset loss on clay in Rome, where the Czech won 4-6, 6-2, 6-2.
Bouzková, currently ranked No. 47 in the world, enters the match with confidence after a 6-1, 6-4 second-round win over Sonay Kartal. While she struggled with a few service breaks, her clay-court experience and head-to-head edge over Gauff give her reason to believe she can pull off another upset.
Key Stats and Matchup Highlights
Head-to-head: Bouzková leads 2-0
Last meeting: Bouzková def. Gauff 4-6, 6-2, 6-2 (Rome 2023, clay)
Gauff 2025 form: 2nd seed, 2-0 at Roland Garros, coming off a dominant win
Bouzková 2025 form: Clean win in R2 but showed vulnerability on serve
This match isn’t just about rankings — it’s about styles. Gauff’s explosive speed and power will clash with Bouzková’s consistency and tactical baseline play. Under the guidance of coach Conchita Martínez, Bouzková has continued to evolve her clay-court game, drawing inspiration from legends like Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams.
Gauff, meanwhile, is one of the tournament favorites and the reigning US Open champion, seeking her second career Grand Slam title. But this matchup will be a real test of her ability to adjust under pressure and find a winning strategy against a tricky opponent.
How to Watch in the USA
Tennis fans in the U.S. can watch Coco Gauff vs. Marie Bouzková on:
- TNT, TBS, and truTV
- Streaming on Max, which includes full coverage of the French Open
For cord-cutters, Max is the most affordable option, offering all televised matches plus exclusive streams of non-broadcasted games.
Prediction
While Gauff enters as the favorite, Bouzková’s unbeaten record against her and comfort on clay could make this a much closer match than expected. Expect three tight sets — and possibly an upset in the making if Gauff doesn’t find answers early.