Coco Gauff Storms Into China Open Semi-Finals Again
Coco Gauff defeated Eva Lys 6-3, 6-4 in Beijing to advance to the China Open semi-finals for the second consecutive year. Gauff overcame a fierce challenge and is vying to become the first woman to win consecutive titles at the WTA 1000 event.
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Coco Gauff secured a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Eva Lys in Beijing, advancing to the China Open semi-finals for the second year in a row. Gauff, facing a spirited challenge, aims to become the first woman to win consecutive WTA 1000 titles.
"I'm happy with how I played today. She's a tough opponent," Gauff commented, highlighting the aggressive shots from Lys. Despite playing one passive point, Gauff maintained confidence in her game, a strategy that helped her clinch the first set after trading early breaks.
In the second set, Gauff found her rhythm but faced a brief struggle with double-faults. Yet, she composed herself, serving out the match at 5-4 to win in an hour and 28 minutes. Gauff awaits either Amanda Anisimova or Jasmine Paolini in her next match.
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