Defending U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff saw her title hopes dashed in a jaw-dropping fourth-round clash against fellow American Emma Navarro, who pulled off a 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 victory 🎉. The match, packed with tension and momentum swings, left fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium stunned as Navarro replicated her Wimbledon triumph over Gauff earlier this year.
Navarro, the 13th seed, delivered an aggressive, high-risk game that forced Gauff into 60 unforced errors 😱. The 20-year-old Gauff struggled with her serve, racking up 19 double faults—matching her total from the tournament’s first three rounds combined.
“It’s surreal,” Navarro said post-match. “Born in NYC, playing here feels magical. Coco’s incredible, but tonight was my night 🌟.” The win propels Navarro into her second Grand Slam quarterfinal, where she’ll face Spain’s Paula Badosa. Meanwhile, Gauff’s exit will drop her out of the world’s top five rankings 📉.
The match began with Gauff fighting nerves, serving three double faults in her first game. Though she clawed back to level the opening set, Navarro’s relentless pressure sealed the deal. Can the underdog keep her Cinderella run alive? Stay tuned! 👀
