Coco Gauff faced a wave of racist abuse after stopping a point at the China Open due to a malfunctioning LED board. Her former coach Brad Gilbert and former player Andrea Petkovic publicly condemned the WTA for not issuing a clear statement or protecting her, while other tennis legends also voiced support.
World No.4 Coco Gauff won her third‑round match at the China Open, beating teenage Chinese prospect Sun Xinran 7‑5, 6‑1 after a disputed video replay. Gauff addressed the crowd’s reaction, saying they were respectful, and praised Xinran’s potential, while coach Rick Macci predicted the youngster will break into the top‑20 by age 18.
Coco Gauff said her game has transformed since hiring coach Gavin MacMillan, crediting him for restoring confidence in her serve and forehand and for mental shifts that let her play without regrets. The changes have propelled her to a ninth consecutive straight‑sets win and a US Open quarter‑final appearance, marking her 12th major quarter‑final.
Coco Gauff made a remarkable comeback against Jessica Pegula in the Wimbledon quarterfinals, winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 to reach her first semi-final. The victory marks a significant milestone in her career, showcasing her resilience on the grass courts of Wimbledon.