Coco Gauff crowned champion at the Cincinnati WTA 1000
Coco Gauff has reaffirmed her dominance on the women’s circuit by being crowned champion of the Cincinnati WTA 1000. In a display of solidity and hierarchy, the current world number four overcame Jessica Pegula, number three in the rankings, with a resounding score of 6-2 and 6-4.
With this victory, 22-year-old Gauff adds the twelfth title of her professional career and celebrates her first major conquest so far in 2026. The American has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the third woman in history to win this tournament multiple times, equaling the record of legends like Serena Williams and Belarusian Victoria Azarenka.
A direct path to success
The match, which lasted just one hour and 14 minutes, allowed Gauff to tip the head-to-head record in her favor against Pegula, against whom she had a losing record prior to the encounter. The young tennis player’s superiority was evident throughout much of the duel, where she imposed her rhythm and precision.
Despite a slight setback when losing her serve while leading 5-3 in the second set, Gauff maintained her composure and responded immediately with a break that sealed the match in her favor. This result maintains her impressive streak of four consecutive years lifting at least one WTA 1000 category trophy.
This victory positions Coco Gauff as one of the main figures to watch in the upcoming US Open, which will begin on August 30, arriving at the tournament with renewed confidence and an elite competitive level.
Other results in Cincinnati
- Sunday’s action also defined the men’s draw, where Frenchman Arthur Fils claimed victory over American Frances Tiafoe.
- The Cincinnati tournament continues to establish itself as the perfect prelude to the major challenges of the world tennis calendar.
