Gauff Comes Back in Montreal Despite Double Faults; Advances in the Tournament

Coco Gauff Advances in the National Bank Open Despite Double Faults

Coco Gauff defeated Veronika Kudermetova in an exciting match at the National Bank Open, advancing to the next round despite a significant challenge with her serves. Gauff, who holds the second position in the world ranking, achieved a crucial victory over Kudermetova with a score of 4-6, 7-5, 6-2. The American tennis player had to overcome 14 double faults, demonstrating her mental strength and adaptability on the court.

It was a tough match. I think mentally I did well, especially on the return. I was playing against an opponent who served very well. Obviously, I would like to serve better, but overall, I am happy to have advanced.

Coco Gauff

Gauff’s victory is even more remarkable considering that she came from losing two consecutive matches after winning the French Open. In the next round, Gauff will face young Canadian Victoria Mboko, who also achieved an important victory.

Other Tournament Highlights

In other tournament results, McCartney Kessler of the United States achieved a surprising victory over Mirra Andreeva, seeded number four. Kessler will face Marta Kostyuk in the next round. Dayana Yastremska from Ukraine also advanced by defeating Emma Navarro, seeded number eight, and will face Elena Rybakina in the next round. Also, Elina Svitolina, seeded number ten, achieved a victory over Kamilla Rakhimova.