Coco Gauff has reacted candidly to her detractors following an unexpected elimination at the Australian Open, saying that the remarks of certain “internet coaches” will not have an impact on her.
After winning her first trophy at the WTA Finals and also conquering the United Cup, the American’s quest for a third consecutive title came to an end when Paula Badosa won 7-5, 6-4 in the quarter-final at the Melbourne Park.
With her remarkable performances in late 2024 and early 2025, Gauff was widely considered a top contender for the Australian Open.
However, on Tuesday, the 20-year-old struggled with her serve and forehand, tallying six double faults and an impressive total of 41 unforced errors during the match.
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Traditionally, after such performances, the world number 3 is subjected to scrutiny from critics and skeptics.
-“I guess you just have to realize that most coaches on the internet have never coached anyone at my level or played at my level. It’s one of those things,” the player said. top-ranked American tennis player.
“It’s easier to watch from the outside; you know, all those things when you’re playing and you’re commentating. > You often hear spectators say, ‘Oh, she should have made that shot or he should have made that one -there.’ Honestly, even I do that while watching, but obviously when you’re out in the field, it’s a totally different situation.}
Since her triumph at the 2023 US Open, which marked her first Grand Slam title, Gauff has faced her critics head-on, making it known that she keeps a record of those who doubt her, using it as motivation to prove the opposite.
As for the 20-year-old’s next steps, she is expected to take some well-deserved rest before beginning her preparations for the Middle East Tour, which begins in early February.
It will be interesting to watch how Gauff bounces back in his next tournaments.
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