Coco Gauff, the reigning champion of the French Open, is set to commence her title defense at Roland Garros against Clara Tauson. Gauff, who won the tournament last year with a straight-sets victory over Aryna Sabalenka, is returning to a venue where she has historically performed well. After a mixed clay season, Gauff reached the final of the Italian Open, showcasing her readiness for the challenge ahead. If she advances, her potential second-round opponent could be either Sara Errani or Kimberly Birrell, followed by a likely third-round matchup against former Grand Slam champion Elena Rybakina. Gauff's progression could lead her to face No.7 seed Beatriz Haddad Maia in the quarter-finals and possibly Iga Swiatek or Rybakina in the semi-finals. Gauff has demonstrated remarkable consistency at Roland Garros, having reached the quarterfinals in each of her appearances since 2020, culminating in her title win last year. With a strong track record and recent form, she aims to defend her title against formidable competition.