Gauff Dominates Lys Power Play to Secure Spot in Beijing Semifinals
Coco Gauff Shines at China Open, Advances to Semifinals
Gauff’s Impressive Performance at the China Open
Coco Gauff, the No. 2 seed, demonstrated her resilience and skill at the China Open by overcoming Eva Lys in a challenging quarterfinal match. Gauff secured her victory with scores of 6-3, 6-4 in a competitive encounter lasting 1 hour and 28 minutes. Her performance in Beijing underscores her determination to defend her title successfully.
Milestones and Records in Beijing
Gauff’s advancement to the semifinals marks her fourth semifinal appearance in 2025 and her first on a non-clay surface since winning last year’s WTA Finals in Riyadh. With an impressive 14-1 career record in Beijing, Gauff continues to make history by reaching the semifinals in each of her three appearances in the city. She joins the ranks of players like Jelena Jankovic, who achieved three consecutive semifinal appearances here from 2006 to 2008.
Path Forward: Defending Her Title
Coco Gauff aims to defend a tournament title for the second time in her career, having previously accomplished this feat in Auckland during the 2023-24 season. In the semifinals, she will face either No. 3 seed Amanda Anisimova or No. 6 seed Jasmine Paolini. Gauff remains confident yet cautious against tough opponents, stating, “She’s a tough opponent, she hit some incredible shots on the run. I was trying my best to stay aggressive. Just staying confident in my game and not being too passive when I have the lead.”
Looking Ahead
As Coco Gauff continues her journey at the China Open, tennis enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the upcoming matches. Stay tuned to Emegypt for the latest updates and results from this prestigious tournament.
