Coco Gauff discusses future plans for China Open after tough match against Amanda Anisimova
Coco Gauff’s Journey at the China Open Concludes with a Defeat to Amanda Anisimova
Coco Gauff faced a challenging conclusion to her China Open campaign, enduring a decisive loss to fellow American Amanda Anisimova in the semifinals of the prestigious WTA 1000 event. The match ended in straight sets, with Gauff falling 6-1, 6-2, marking Anisimova’s advancement to her second consecutive tour-level final.
Gauff Struggles with Serving Issues
In a match that saw Gauff struggle significantly, her serving difficulties were apparent, as she recorded five double faults and a first-serve win percentage of just 38%. Despite the setbacks, Gauff maintained a positive outlook, acknowledging Anisimova’s impressive performance.
“She played well,” Gauff remarked in her post-match press conference. “I felt like I couldn’t really find my rhythm out there. But this is a learning experience for the next time.”
Key Insights from Gauff’s Match
Gauff emphasized that Anisimova poses challenges, especially when playing at a high level. She stated, “I felt like today, no matter what I did, I just couldn’t get into the match. I’m going to take this as a learning opportunity.”
When asked about her return to the China Open in the future, Gauff expressed her intentions: “Yeah, for sure. If I’m not injured, I’ll definitely come back. I’ve had great times here. Obviously, today wasn’t my day, but I’m looking forward to next year.”
Gauff’s Performance Highlights at the China Open
Despite her defeat, Gauff had a commendable journey during the tournament, securing four victories—the most she has achieved at a single event since her triumph at the French Open. Here’s a quick recap of her performance:
- Round One: Bye
- Round Two: Defeated Kamilla Rakhimova
- Round Three: Defeated Leylah Fernandez
- Round Four: Defeated Belinda Bencic
- Quarterfinals: Defeated Eva Lys
Coco Gauff’s Reflection on the Tournament
Assessing her overall performance at the China Open, Gauff concluded, “Overall, it was a positive tournament. I had a great time here on and off the court.” She noted that even though the loss was disappointing, she felt good during practice and was focused on learning from the day’s experience.
Now, as she heads to Wuhan for the last WTA 1000 tournament of the season, Gauff is determined to return to practice and apply the lessons learned from her match against Anisimova. With her competitive spirit, Gauff remains a player to watch as she continues to develop her game on the international stage.
