Coco Gauff's Cincinnati Open Love Affair: Food, Fans & a Hingis Record!
Coco Gauff is clearly feeling the love at the 2025 Cincinnati Open! From raving about the delicious food to gushing over the enthusiastic fans and impressive renovations, the young tennis star is having a blast in the Queen City.
Gauff Praises Cincinnati Open Improvements
In a post-match interview with the Tennis Channel after her second-round victory against Xinyu Wang, Gauff highlighted the positive impact of the recent upgrades to the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason. She specifically mentioned the newly renovated locker rooms and expressed her appreciation for the investment in American tennis.
"To see this kind of investment in tennis, especially American tennis in the states, is really cool," Gauff stated, emphasizing the importance of supporting the sport's growth within the country.
Fan Appreciation and Culinary Delights
Beyond the facilities, Gauff also expressed her gratitude for the Cincinnati fans. "For me, it's been great. The fan excitement is always the same," she said, adding that she's spent considerable time signing autographs due to their thoughtfulness.
And let's not forget the food! Gauff revealed that the unlimited food options, particularly the free acai bowls and smoothies, have been a highlight of her week so far. Who can blame her?
Chasing Hingis' Record
Coco Gauff's victory over Xinyu Wang wasn't just another win; it marked a significant milestone in her career. According to OptaAce, Gauff has now won her opening match in 36 of the 44 WTA-1000 tournaments she has participated in before turning 22.
This achievement puts her in close competition with tennis legend Martina Hingis, who holds the record for winning her opening match at 46 Tier1/WTA-1000 tournaments before turning 22. Gauff is definitely one to watch as she continues to challenge records and make her mark on the tennis world.
Walkover Advances Gauff
Adding to her Cincinnati Open journey, Gauff advanced to the fourth round after her scheduled opponent, Dayana Yastremska, withdrew due to illness. Gauff will now face either Jelena Ostapenko or Lucia Bronzetti.