Coco Gauff faced a disappointing end to her China Open journey, suffering a straight-set defeat against fellow American Amanda Anisimova. This match took place during the semifinals of the prestigious WTA 1000 event, where Gauff lost with a score of 6-1, 6-2. Anisimova is now poised to reach her second consecutive tour-level final.
Coco Gauff’s Performance at the China Open
The 19-year-old Gauff struggled notably with her serve throughout the match. She recorded five double faults and achieved a first-serve win percentage of only 38%. After her defeat, Gauff expressed admiration for Anisimova’s performance during a post-match press conference.
Gauff’s Reflections on the Match
“She played well,” Gauff stated, acknowledging the challenge Anisimova presented. “I felt like I couldn’t really find a rhythm out there. But it’s a learning experience for the next time.” Gauff regarded Anisimova and Aryna Sabalenka as formidable opponents when performing at their peak.
Future Participation at the China Open
In response to questions about returning for next year’s China Open, Gauff expressed optimism. “If I’m not injured, I’ll definitely come back. I’ve had great times here,” she remarked. Gauff is determined to learn from this experience and improve her game.
Overall Assessment of the Tournament
Despite the semifinal setback, Gauff’s performance at the China Open included four victories, marking her most successful run since her triumph at the French Open. Her journey can be broken down as follows:
- Round One: Bye
- Round Two: Defeated Kamilla Rakhimova
- Round Three: Defeated Leylah Fernandez
- Round Four: Defeated Belinda Bencic
- Quarterfinals: Defeated Eva Lys
Gauff reflected positively on her overall tournament experience. “I had a great time here on and off the court,” she shared. Even though she struggled against Anisimova, Gauff is eager to refine her skills and prepare for future matchups against top-tier players.
Next Steps for Gauff
Following her elimination from the China Open, Gauff will head to Wuhan to participate in the final WTA 1000 tournament of the season. She remains focused on her development and is looking forward to what lies ahead in her tennis career.
