The United Cup begins with notable season debuts, including Coco Gauff and Belinda Bencic, as teams from the US, Argentina, France, Switzerland, and others compete in Perth and Sydney, showcasing emerging talents and key matchups.
Coco Gauff secured her place in the WTA Finals by defeating Jasmine Paolini in straight sets, showcasing improved consistency and confidence after an initial loss, and positioning herself for the upcoming match against Aryna Sabalenka.
Aryna Sabalenka dominated her match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, beating Jasmine Paolini, while Coco Gauff struggled and lost to Jessica Pegula, highlighting contrasting fortunes for the top players in the tournament.
Coco Gauff won the Wuhan Open by defeating Jessica Pegula 6-4, 7-5 in an all-American final, securing her second title of the year and 11th career win, while Pegula missed out on her 10th title after a strong semifinal performance.
Coco Gauff was defeated by Amanda Anisimova in the semifinals of the China Open, ending her run at the tournament. Despite the loss, Gauff expressed her intention to return to the China Open in the future and reflected positively on her overall performance, highlighting it as a learning experience. She will now prepare for the Wuhan tournament.
Coco Gauff was defeated by Amanda Anisimova in the semi-finals of the China Open, with Gauff struggling notably with her serve, winning only 39% of points behind her first and second serves, leading to multiple breaks and a quick loss. Anisimova, in excellent form, advanced to the final, continuing her strong 2025 season.
Coco Gauff, the defending champion and world number three, advanced to the China Open semi-finals by defeating Eva Lys in straight sets, showcasing strong performance and confidence, and will face either Amanda Anisimova or Jasmine Paolini next.
Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the semi-finals of the Japan Open with a dominant win, aiming for his eighth ATP title of the year, while Coco Gauff struggled with her serve but won her match at the China Open, progressing to the last 16.
Naomi Osaka made a significant comeback at the US Open, defeating Coco Gauff in a convincing 6-3, 6-2 match, showcasing her regained athleticism and mental strength after a break for parental leave. The match highlighted Osaka's powerful groundstrokes and strategic play, reaffirming her status as a top contender on her favorite court, Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Naomi Osaka made a strong return to the US Open, defeating Coco Gauff in the fourth round, signaling her resurgence in tennis after personal and mental health challenges. She expressed joy and gratitude for playing at a high level again and is optimistic about her future tournaments, while Gauff faces a period of adjustment after recent coaching changes and inconsistent results.
Coco Gauff experienced an emotional breakdown after her US Open loss to Naomi Osaka, reflecting on her performance and improvements throughout the tournament, despite feeling disappointed with her exit in the fourth round.
At 21, Coco Gauff reflects on her recent US Open loss to Naomi Osaka, emphasizing her focus on future growth and improvement, especially in her serve, despite emotional setbacks. She remains optimistic about her development as a player and person, aiming to treat the rest of the season as preparation for the 2026 Australian Open.
Naomi Osaka delivered a dominant performance over Coco Gauff at the US Open, showcasing her peak form and reminding fans of her potential to win a third title, while Gauff faces a crossroads in her career due to ongoing technical issues.
Naomi Osaka delivered a dominant performance to defeat Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-2 in the US Open fourth round, showcasing her resurgence and advancing to the quarter-finals, while Gauff struggled with serve errors. Osaka, returning strongly from maternity leave, expressed joy and confidence, and is now a favorite to win her next match, continuing her impressive record at majors.
Naomi Osaka defeated Coco Gauff in a key match at the US Open 2025, while Iga Swiatek and Felix Auger-Aliassime secured victories in their respective matches, advancing to the quarter-finals amid other notable results on day nine.