Chinese qualifier Wang Xinyu delivered a jaw-dropping performance at the WTA Berlin Open, defeating World No. 2 Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-3 in the round of 16. The 22-year-old avenged her 2022 loss to the reigning French Open champion, ending Gauff’s 11-match winning streak against players from China.
The Match Breakdown 🔥
After trailing 3-2 in the first set, Wang won four straight games to seize control. Gauff fought back early in the second set, but Wang’s relentless play secured five consecutive games to close the match. 🎯 "I hung in there during the tough moments," Wang said post-match, thanking Chinese fans in the crowd.
What’s Next for Wang? 🚀
The victory propels Wang into the quarterfinals against Spain’s Paula Badosa. With this win—her first against a top-10 player—Wang continues to shine as one of tennis’ rising stars. Could this be her breakout season? 👀
