Coco Gauff’s Tough Defeat at the Berlin Open
Tennis prodigy Coco Gauff recently experienced a tough defeat at the Berlin Open, where she lost to Wang Xinyu from China. Following her triumph at the French Open, the 21-year-old did not replicate her success on grass courts, but she still showcased her flair for fashion while competing.
Fashion and Social Media Response
Taking to Instagram after the match, Gauff comforted herself with a retrospective post that highlighted her fashionable outfit, along with an expressive game face.
“The rare tennis pic where my face actually looks normal,”
she humorously captioned her post.
Gauff’s outfit was a stunning collaboration between Miu Miu and New Balance, designed to complement the grass surface she was playing on, featuring shades of white and dark green. For her entrance to the Steffi Graf Stadium, she donned a stylish track jacket and a pleated skirt, while on the court, she sported a cropped white top adorned with green accents, completing her look with coordinated accessories from headband to wristbands.
Fan Reactions and Critiques
In response to her Instagram post, fans flooded the comment section with compliments praising her style. One remarked,
“That outfit is 🔥”
while another fan expressed admiration for the creation, calling it
“true art!!!”
However, not all feedback was positive. A commenter critiqued Gauff’s frequent adjustments to her outfit during the match, suggesting it was a design flaw. Gauff candidly addressed the comment, clarifying that her fidgeting was not due to discomfort but a method to maintain focus and distract herself from negative thoughts.
“I always adjust my skirts or headbands not because it doesn’t fit, it’s just something to do with my hands to not crash out on court,”
she explained.
Future Outlook
In the midst of her busy schedule, a fan urged her to re-wear the outfit, to which Gauff replied that due to time constraints with New Balance, it was unlikely to make a comeback.
Looking ahead, Coco Gauff is set to return to the grass courts for Wimbledon, starting June 30. Her supporters remain hopeful for her return to winning form after this challenging outing.
