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Coco Gauff Launches Canadian Open Campaign After Strategic Training Break

Gauff bypassed Washington for a training block to sharpen her hard-court game en route to the US Open

Jul 29, 2025; Toronto, ON, Canada; Alexander Zverev (GER) hits a ball to Adam Walton (not pictured) during the second round at Sobeys Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Jul 29, 2025; Toronto, ON, Canada; Alexander Zverev (GER) hits a ball to Adam Walton (not pictured) during the second round at Sobeys Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Jul 29, 2025; Montreal, QC, Canada; Coco Gauff (USA) returns the ball against Danielle Collins (USA) in second round play at IGA Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Jul 29, 2025; Montreal, QC, Canada; Coco Gauff (USA) returns the ball against Danielle Collins (USA) in second round play at IGA Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Gauff used her Wimbledon exit as a reset and opted for a training block instead of contesting the Washington DC Open to rebuild her form.
  • She committed to the Canadian Open to fulfill her mandatory WTA 1000 requirement and assumed top seed status after Aryna Sabalenka withdrew with fatigue.
  • Gauff opened her Montreal campaign with a heated first-round clash against Danielle Collins that tested her on-court composure.
  • This season has seen Gauff play 41 matches with 31 victories as she balances heavy workloads and strategic rest periods.
  • Off court, she celebrated a fan’s multi-pair tribute of her branded shoes, highlighting her growing engagement and personal branding.