Coco Gauff may be one of the brightest stars in women’s tennis, but recent commentary from a former US World No. 1 has raised eyebrows regarding her evolving serve technique. Despite being a two-time Grand Slam champion and one of the faces of American tennis, Gauff's persistent issues at the service line are attracting more attention than ever — especially as she prepares for her next showdown at the Montreal Open.
Gauff’s ongoing serve struggle comes under fire
The 21-year-old, fresh off her French Open title earlier this year, recently advanced past Danielle Collins in the opening round of the Montreal Open. While the victory adds to her momentum after a disappointing first-round Wimbledon exit, it also highlighted a glaring issue: Coco Gauff recorded 23 double faults during that single match. This alarming stat has placed her atop the list for most double faults in 2025 so far — a worrying trend for someone eyeing success at the upcoming US Open.
Lindsay Davenport questions Gauff’s technique tweaks
Lindsay Davenport, the former World No. 1 and six time Grand Slam winner (singles and doubles combined), voiced her concerns during a recent appearance on the Tennis Channel Live Podcast. She noted visible signs that Coco Gauff is attempting to revamp her serve — but the results aren’t convincing just yet.
“It was interesting she kept looking down at her grip when she was serving. It looked like they were trying to make some changes with the serve. She was not comfortable with it yet. It looks like they know it’s a problem and she didn’t have the confidence with it last night,” Davenport explained.
She further pointed out inconsistencies in Gauff’s toss, which added to the unpredictability of her service game.
“Her toss was all over the place. But she still wins. It’s unbelievable her ability to figure out ways to win when she is playing, honestly, C-level tennis out there. She did a fantastic job managing her emotions.”
Coco Gauff's resilience remains unquestioned
While Davenport’s remarks shine a light on the technical flaws that persist, they also inadvertently underscore what makes Gauff such a compelling athlete — her resilience. Even when not firing on all cylinders, Coco Gauff continues to find ways to emerge victorious. That adaptability could prove to be her greatest weapon heading into the US Open, especially if her serve stabilizes.
Still, the road ahead isn’t easy. As Gauff prepares to face Veronika Kudermetova in the Round of 32 in Montreal, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if these serving issues are a mere phase or a sign of deeper concerns in her game mechanics.