American tennis player Coco Gauff is preparing to face a new edition of the US Open, focused on overcoming the bittersweet experiences of the past and consolidating herself once again at the top of women’s tennis. The player, currently ranked number four in the world, has admitted that competing at home carries additional emotional weight due to the high expectations of local fans.<\/p>\n\n
After a performance in the previous edition that ended sooner than desired in the round of 16 against Naomi Osaka, Gauff has reflected on her mental approach. The young star acknowledged that her perfectionist nature has sometimes led her to prioritize the obligation to win over enjoyment on the court, transforming victories into mere moments of relief.<\/p>\n\n
One of my main goals for this edition will be to enjoy each match more and not focus exclusively on the obligation to win.<\/p>Coco Gauff<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n
An overwhelming state of form<\/h2>\n\n
Gauff arrives in New York backed by an excellent run on the hard court tour. Her recent victory at the WTA 1000 in Cincinnati and her outstanding performance in the Toronto tournament give her the necessary confidence to aim for the top in the final Grand Slam of the season.<\/p>\n\n
The path to glory<\/h2>\n\n
The draw has defined the first obstacle for the American, who will debut against the Turkish player Zeynep Sonmez. If she advances in the bracket, her path could cross with the Spaniard Paula Badosa in the second round, a duel that is already generating great interest among followers of the circuit.<\/p>\n\n
- Debut:<\/strong> Against Zeynep Sonmez (ranked number 52).<\/li>
- Mental challenge:<\/strong> Managing the pressure of the local crowd as a source of motivation.<\/li>
- Goal:<\/strong> Revalidate her status as one of the dominant figures in world tennis following her previous Grand Slam successes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n
With the start of the tournament scheduled for August 30 and the women’s grand final set for September 12, Gauff faces the challenge of balancing her competitiveness with a more resilient mindset, seeking to turn the pressure of playing in front of her home crowd into the engine that drives her toward a new crown.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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