Coco Gauff Clinches Wuhan Open Title To Build Momentum For WTA Finals

Published: Monday, October 13, 2025 at 7:40 am

Coco Gauff Wins Wuhan Open, Eyes WTA Finals

American tennis star Coco Gauff has secured her second title of the year, defeating fellow American Jessica Pegula in the final of the Wuhan Open. Gauff, currently ranked world number three, claimed victory with a score of 6-4, 7-5. The match lasted one hour and 42 minutes.

The win marks a significant turnaround for Gauff, who had faced a series of setbacks following her French Open title win in June. She experienced a first-round exit at Wimbledon, a quarter-final loss at the Cincinnati Masters, and a defeat at the U.S. Open. However, Gauff showed resilience, reaching the semi-finals of the China Open before her triumph in Wuhan. This victory also makes her the first player to achieve a perfect 9-0 record in hard-court finals.

During the presentation ceremony, Gauff, 21, expressed her appreciation for Pegula, 31, highlighting Pegula's early support and camaraderie. Gauff also emphasized the boost in confidence the Wuhan title provides as she prepares to defend her WTA Finals title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, next month. She acknowledged the challenges of defending a title, but expressed her determination to approach each match with focus. If Gauff is successful in Riyadh, she will conclude the season with a Grand Slam title, a WTA 1000 singles title, a WTA 1000 doubles title, and a WTA Finals win.

BNN's Perspective:

Gauff's win in Wuhan is a testament to her talent and mental fortitude. While her mid-season performance raised concerns, her ability to bounce back and secure this title demonstrates her potential to remain a dominant force in women's tennis. Her focus on the WTA Finals suggests a strong drive to maintain her position at the top.

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