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Coco Gauff’s Service Struggles Escalate in Cincinnati Quarterfinal

Former pros warn that rising double faults from her inconsistent serve threaten her US Open title defense

Coco Gauff reacts in the Cincinnati Open quarterfinal match between Coco Gauff and Jasmine Paolini at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio, on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025. Paolini won 2-6, 6-4, 6-3.
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Overview

  • Gauff committed 16 double faults and 62 unforced errors in her 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 loss to Jasmine Paolini at the Cincinnati Open quarterfinals, extending her hard-court woes.
  • She has amassed 320 double faults through 14 events this season and averaged 9.2 per match over her last five outings while winning just 48.5% of second-serve points.
  • Former professionals Lindsay Davenport, Chanda Rubin and Rennae Stubbs all highlighted technical flaws and visible frustration undermining her serve under pressure.
  • Legendary coach Rick Macci and biomechanics expert Dr. Gordon have offered a science-based plan to overhaul her service motion and reduce errors.
  • Her switch to a two-coach setup with Matt Daly alongside Jean-Christophe Faurel after parting with Brad Gilbert has yet to resolve her chronic serve issues ahead of the US Open.