Coco Gauff is enjoying some of the best moments of her career right now, isn’t she? The American teen sensation has dominated her opponents with powerful shot-making on the court. As a result, she has climbed to Number 3 on the WTA rankings chart. What’s more, she is active on the doubles circuit too. Partnering with Jessica Pegula, Gauff has been a consistent member of the top 10 club. Recently, an interesting stat around her emerged.
The 19-year-old had a disappointing Wimbledon campaign, losing in the first round against qualifier Sofia Kenin. However, she has seen a complete turnaround in her fortunes and has not lost a single game since then. As the stat dropped on social media, fans were left awestruck by it.
Fans react as Coco Gauff gears up ahead of the US Open
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Following a splendid run of form that saw her win the Citi DC Open, an unbelievable stat has emerged surrounding Gauff on social media. She has won each of her last 12 sets. Additionally, she hasn’t lost more than four games in a set during this period.
Reacting to this, one of the fans said, “She is so much more successful when she is aggressive. Absolutely love this Coco!”
She is so much more successful when she is aggressive. Absolutely love this Coco!
— Julie Engbrecht (@JulieEngbrecht) August 11, 2023
Another fan echoed the sentiment, saying, “She’s flying right now.”
She's flying right now.
— Value Tennis Bets (@WTA_statistics) August 11, 2023
Further, one of the Twitter users said, “its “COCO” time.”
its "COCO" time
— Kultchamix (@Kultchamix) August 11, 2023
However, one of the fans sounded cautious, saying, “Sadly- previous results don’t guarantee future earnings. Stay calm and carry on -“
Sadly- previous results don’t guarantee future earnings. Stay calm and carry on –
— Anthony Statz (@tonester27) August 11, 2023
Meanwhile, one netizen cannot wait to see Gauff play at the US Open this year.
Can't wait to see her play in NY. #USOpen🎾
— Amerita (@Amerita) August 11, 2023
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Not only the fans but also fellow players and tennis pundits have praised Gauff’s recent performances. She is aiming for back-to-back titles as her US Open preparations are on the right track.
Gauff at the National Bank Open
The 19-year-old has reached the quarterfinals of the National Bank Open with impressive performances throughout the week. However, she faces a familiar foe in the last eight. Gauff will be up against her doubles partner, Jessica Pegula for a place in the last four. Additionally, Gauff and Pegula have also reached the quarterfinals stage in doubles.
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Can Gauff maintain her winning run ahead of the US Open? Let us know your views in the comments below.