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Coco Gauff continues to carve her name into tennis history with yet another stunning performance at the Wuhan Open. The young American star, currently one of the brightest talents on the WTA Tour, produced a commanding straight-sets victory over Germany’s Laura Siegemund, winning 6-3, 6-0 in just an hour and a half to book her place in the semifinals.
A dominant run in Wuhan
Gauff’s performance throughout the Wuhan Open has been nothing short of extraordinary. Across three matches, she has not dropped a single set, displaying the same mix of power, precision, and poise that have made her a global sensation. Her quarterfinal triumph over Siegemund not only secured a semifinal berth but also etched her name alongside — and beyond — some of the greatest American tennis icons of all time.
Breaking the Williams legacy
With her latest win, the 21-year-old has surpassed both Serena and Venus Williams in a remarkable WTA milestone. Coco Gauff now holds the record for the most semifinal appearances at WTA 1000 events by an American before turning 22, since the format’s introduction in 1990.
Her current total of 12 semifinal appearances pushes her ahead of the legendary Williams sisters, who each reached 11 WTA 1000 semifinals before the age of 22. This record not only underscores Gauff’s consistency but also highlights her place in a new era of American tennis dominance.
Coco Gauff chasing tennis royalty
While the achievement already cements her legacy, Gauff still has time to climb higher. Only two players — Maria Sharapova (15) and Martina Hingis (33) — boast more WTA 1000 semifinal appearances before turning 22. With her 22nd birthday coming up in March, Coco Gauff has a few months left to match or even surpass Sharapova’s mark, though Hingis’ towering record remains out of reach.
A symbol of the new generation
Coco Gauff’s meteoric rise reflects the dawn of a new generation in American tennis. With two major titles already to her name, she has consistently proven her ability to perform under pressure and sustain excellence across surfaces and continents. Her commanding Wuhan Open run further strengthens her position as one of the most formidable forces on tour — and a worthy successor to the greats who came before her.
As she prepares for her next match, one thing is certain — Gauff isn’t just following in the footsteps of Serena and Venus Williams; she’s blazing a trail of her own.
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