27 Aug 2025, 05:25
Coco Gauff Defeats Ajla Tomljanovic at the US Open
- Coco Gauff won her first match at the 2025 US Open
- Ajla Tomljanovic showcased her aggressive play in the match
- Gauff implemented changes to her serve technique before the tournament
On August 26, 2025, at the US Open, Coco Gauff defended her title, competing against Australian tennis player Ajla Tomljanovic. The match took place at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York and lasted over two and a half hours. Gauff won with a score of 6-4, 6-7(2), 7-5.
In the first set, Gauff demonstrated her resilience and aggressive play, but Tomljanovic did not back down and managed to equalize the match in the second set, winning the tiebreak. In the third set, Gauff gathered herself, overcoming difficulties, and secured her victory with powerful play on the back line.
This match marked the first since the introduction of changes to Gauff's serve technique, which she began under the guidance of coach Gevina MacMillan. She allowed 10 double faults, while her serve speed increased from 88 to 102 miles per hour in the final set.
Tomljanovic, despite being ranked 79th in the world, started showing her ability to compete against strong superstars. She has already defeated top players, including Serena Williams in their previous match at the 2022 US Open.
Tags: Sport/Tennis