Flavio Cobolli is making waves at Roland Garros, forcing a fifth set against Alexander Zverev in the French Open men's final. The Italian star, seeded 10th, looked down and out in the fourth set but clawed his way back, winning a tense tiebreaker to keep his hopes alive. The crowd is on its feet, and the final set promises to be a thriller.
If Cobolli completes the comeback, he'll have plenty of people to celebrate with. The 24-year-old has been dating his girlfriend, Matilde Galli, for several years. The couple met at an 18th birthday party, and she has been a steady presence as he climbed the tennis ranks.
Galli, a college graduate, prefers to stay out of the spotlight. While she has over 7,000 followers on Instagram, her profile remains private. She doesn't share photos or videos with the general public, a choice that contrasts with the more public relationships of some other athletes. For instance, Jaxson Dart's girlfriend turned heads at Miami Swim Week, but Galli keeps her life low-key.
Cobolli's run to the final has been nothing short of remarkable. He's shown grit and determination, especially in that fourth-set tiebreaker. The match echoes last year's epic five-set final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, which had fans on the edge of their seats.
Should Cobolli pull off the upset, expect a quiet celebration with his inner circle. Galli may not seek the limelight, but she's been a key part of his journey. Her support is reminiscent of how Chet Holmgren's girlfriend showed support after a tough Game 7.
The fifth set is airing live on TNT Sunday afternoon. Tennis fans are in for a treat as Cobolli looks to cap off his Cinderella story. Whether he wins or loses, one thing is clear: his girlfriend will be there, quietly cheering him on.
