Gauff Triumphs in DC Open Final

Coco Gauff, known for her tennis prowess and typical teenage demeanor, secured her fourth WTA singles title at the DC Open final. Off the court, Gauff’s casual interactions with family contrast with her focused demeanor in matches. Gauff’s recent triumph comes after a disappointing exit from Wimbledon. In the Washington final, the 19-year-old Floridian defeated Maria Sakkari with a score of 6-2, 6-3. This victory marked Gauff’s fourth career WTA Tour singles title and her second of the year. With this win, Gauff became the youngest women’s champion in the history of the DC Open and the first teenager since 2009 to claim four WTA titles. Coco Gauff expressed her optimism by stating, “I’m heading in the right direction.”

Under her new coach Pere Riba, Gauff’s performance showcased not only her improved forehand but also her mental maturity. Coco Gauff dominated the tournament, not dropping a single set and conceding only 19 games across four matches. Gauff’s impressive list of opponents included top-ranked players like Liudmila Samsonova and Belinda Bencic. Her growth was evident as she faced her weaker shot, the forehand, head-on and displayed resilience. Sakkari, who was defeated by Gauff, praised her opponent’s improvement and composure on the court.

This year’s DC Open was a combined ATP-WTA 500 event, bringing men’s and women’s tennis together. Despite the equal status, the prize money differed. Gauff’s winnings totaled $120,150, while the men’s champion was set to receive $353,445. Gauff’s victory added another remarkable chapter to her young career and affirmed her rising stature in the world of professional tennis.
Re-reported from the article published in Republic TV