Gauff Claims Third WTA 1000 Crown with Wuhan Win
Coco Gauff outlasted Jessica Pegula 6-4, 7-5 to claim her third WTA 1000 title at the Wuhan Open. Coco Gauff's impressive performance earned her the Wuhan Open title, solidifying her position as a top tennis player.
Coco Gauff has been refining her serve with biomechanics expert Gavin MacMillan since August...
Coco Gauff claimed her third WTA 1000 title with a 6-4, 7-5 victory over fellow American Jessica Pegula in the Wuhan Open final. This win marks Gauff's 11th career title, solidifying her dominance in the tennis world.
Gauff demonstrated exceptional skill and determination, saving a set point at 5-3 down and then breaking Pegula to take the first set 6-4. In the second set, Gauff rallied from a 3-0 deficit to win four consecutive games, ultimately securing the title with a forehand winner.
COCO WINS IN WUHAN! 🤩@CocoGauff beats Pegula 6-4, 7-5 to win the title 🏆#WuhanOpen pic.twitter.com/TkLv8p9ru4
— wta (@WTA) October 12, 2025
Coco Gauff overcame a tough challenge from Jessica Pegula in the final, coming from behind multiple times in the second set to secure a win. This victory improved Gauff's head-to-head record against Pegula to 3-4.
With this win, 21-year-old Gauff made history, becoming the first player in the Open Era to win her first nine hard-court finals. Her dominant run to the final saw her drop just 16 games, a stark contrast to Pegula's grueling path, which included eight three-set matches.
Your winner in Wuhan 🤩🏆@CocoGauff | #WuhanOpen pic.twitter.com/TJH5DzAaxb
— wta (@WTA) October 12, 2025
Coco Gauff dominated the match's early stages, winning the first six points and establishing a 3-0 lead. However, Jessica Pegula staged a recovery, finding her rhythm and attacking play.
Pegula's resurgence culminated in a crucial break in the seventh game, courtesy of a powerful backhand winner that helped her level the set at 4-4.
The first ever player to go 9-0 in hard court finals 🤯@CocoGauff | #WuhanOpen pic.twitter.com/4DX1GgZu06
— wta (@WTA) October 12, 2025
Coco Gauff capitalized on a brief lapse in momentum, breaking Pegula after the sixth seed had gained the upper hand. Gauff secured the first set 6-4 in 47 minutes, seizing control of the match.
Pegula, fresh from a thrilling comeback win over Aryna Sabalenka, was primed for a fight. Having battled back from 2-5 down in her previous match, she was more than ready to mount a challenge against Gauff.
COCO IN STRAIGHT SETS 🏆🙌@CocoGauff | #WuhanOpen pic.twitter.com/RHYyK7vGjV
— wta (@WTA) October 12, 2025
Coco Gauff has been refining her serve with biomechanics expert Gavin MacMillan since August. Despite improved numbers, her serve remains vulnerable under pressure.
Gauff's service struggles resurfaced, with six double faults allowing Pegula to seize a 3-0 lead. However, she demonstrated resilience, recovering to level the set and regain control.
The match's second set featured a thrilling exchange of breaks. Pegula cleverly used a drop shot to take the lead, but Gauff responded strongly, winning 10 consecutive points to level the score.
Gauff's determination paid off when she earned match point. A Pegula volley sailed wide, prompting Gauff to celebrate her victory with a triumphant raise of her arms.
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