By ATTS Coco Gauff’s Melbourne Park Run Ends in Quarterfinals
Coco Gauff’s Australian Open campaign came to an end in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, as she was defeated by Paula Badosa of Spain in straight sets, 7-5, 6-4. The loss marked the end of Gauff’s 13-match winning streak, which dated back to late last season.
Gauff’s Unforced Errors Prove Costly
Gauff’s unforced errors plagued her throughout the match, with a total of 41 unforced errors, including six double-faults and 28 missed forehands. Badosa capitalized on Gauff’s mistakes, converting 10 break points and winning four of Gauff’s service games. Gauff, meanwhile, never earned a single break point until after she was already down a set and a break.
Badosa’s Resilience and Determination
Badosa’s victory marks a significant moment for the 27-year-old Spaniard. After contemplating retirement due to a stress fracture in her back in 2023, Badosa has made a remarkable comeback. She now advances to her first Grand Slam semifinal, where she will face her close friend, Aryna Sabalenka.
Gauff Remains Positive Despite Defeat
Despite the disappointing loss, Gauff remains positive about her progress. She acknowledges the need for improvement in her serve and aggressive play but believes she is on the right path. Gauff stated, “I feel like I’m on the road to the right way, right path… I feel like I’m in an upward trajectory.”
Other Quarterfinal Results
In other quarterfinal matches, Novak Djokovic reached his 50th Grand Slam semifinal, while Alexander Zverev advanced to the final four for the third time in Melbourne since 2020.