Coco Gauff Stunned in Qatar Open Second Round by Katerina Siniakova

In a surprising turn of events, second-seeded Coco Gauff was defeated by Katerina Siniakova in straight sets, marking an early exit for the American star.

• Coco Gauff suffered a shock defeat to Katerina Siniakova in the second round of the 2023 Qatar Open, losing in straight sets 6-2, 6-4.
• The loss was particularly unexpected given Gauff's recent form, including reaching the semifinals of the Australian Open and defending her title at the ASB Classic in Auckland.
• Siniakova's victory marks her second tour-level win over Gauff, showcasing a strong performance that capitalized on Gauff's 30 unforced errors.
• Fans and commentators expressed disappointment and surprise at Gauff's early exit, with some questioning her future Grand Slam prospects.
• This early exit breaks Gauff's streak of reaching at least the quarter-finals in tournaments since Wimbledon last year.

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