Coco Gauff’s Emotional Victory at the US Open
In an emotional display at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Coco Gauff battled through her frustrations to secure a hard-fought victory in the second round of the US Open against Donna Vekic. The young tennis star, who has been grappling with serving inconsistencies, showcased both her tenacity and skill, ultimately triumphing with a score of 7-6 (5), 6-2 on Thursday night.
Struggles and Resilience
The 21-year-old Gauff, a two-time Grand Slam winner, has recently sought the guidance of a new coach to address her serving challenges. During the match, she struggled with her serve once again, racking up seven double faults and losing four service games, which left her trailing initially at 5-4 and later at 6-5 in the first set. However, demonstrating remarkable resilience, she managed to break back each time, particularly capitalizing when Vekic paused for a medical timeout to treat her shoulder.
“Honestly, today was a tough match for me. But I’m just happy with how I was able to manage. It’s been a rough couple of weeks,”
Gauff shared, visibly emotional during her on-court interview, pausing to wipe away tears.
Turning Point in the Match
After a challenging first set, where she battled both her own serve and the determined Vekic, Gauff took a moment to regroup in the locker room. Upon returning, she appeared reinvigorated, exhibiting a marked improvement in her performance during the second set. In that frame, she dominated her service games, allowing her only a single double fault, which helped her secure the match without losing another service game.
Looking Ahead
This win keeps Gauff’s US Open campaign alive, as she seeks to further her success on the big stage despite the hurdles she’s faced in recent matches.
