Aryna Sabalenka's necklaces sparkle in the French Open sun during 1st-round win
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Key Points:
- Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka won her first-round match at the French Open 6-4, 6-2 against Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, attributing part of her confidence and performance to wearing stylish jewelry on court.
- Defending champion Coco Gauff started her title defense with a 6-4, 6-0 win over Taylor Townsend, while Naomi Osaka also advanced with a 6-3, 7-6 victory over Laura Siegemund.
- Daniil Medvedev suffered a surprising first-round loss to 97th-ranked Adam Walton in five sets, marking his second consecutive early exit at Roland Garros.
- Rising French teenager Moïse Kouamé, ranked 318th, made history as the first man born in 2008 or later to win a Grand Slam match by defeating Marin Cilic in straight sets.
- The tournament continues amid scorching heat in Paris, with temperatures reaching 35°C (95°F), affecting play conditions and court speed.