Coco Gauff

2024 - 9 - 2

Coco Gauff Gets a Serve of Heartbreak as Emma Navarro Steals the Show!

emma navarro Coco Gauff - Emma Navarro - sports - tennis - US Open 2024 - women's tennis - emma navarro

Coco Gauff's title defense at the US Open ends in a stunning loss to Emma Navarro. Discover the emotional rollercoaster that led to this shocking upset!

In a shocking turn of events, defending champion Coco Gauff saw her title dreams evaporate at the U.S. Open, falling to fellow American Emma Navarro in a tense match that ended 6-3, 4-6, 6-3. Gauff, who dazzled crowds last year with her incredible tennis prowess, struggled on her serve, racking up a staggering 19 double faults throughout the match. For a player of her calibre, this was akin to a swimmer forgetting how to float mid-race, and her emotional turmoil was palpable on the court. Emma Navarro, using her calm demeanour and skillful strategy, ruthlessly capitalised on Gauff's mistakes, effectively sending her good friend packing from the tournament.

The atmosphere during the match was electric, with fans packed into Arthur Ashe Stadium, all on the edge of their seats. Emotion ran high as Gauff battled with her challenges; it was both heart-wrenching and awe-inspiring. Navarro's victory not only ended Gauff's title defense but also mirrored her earlier win over Gauff at Wimbledon, hinting at a powerful rivalry brewing between these two players. Indeed, if Emma Navarro was a character in a sport drama, she would be the unexpected underdog rising from the shadows to claim victory!

It wasn’t just Gauff’s serve that let her down; her mental focus seemed to falter as well, prompting her to describe the issues as "emotional" and "mental." After grappling with her demons on the court, she accepted that the sheer pressure of being the title defender combined with her own high expectations may have played a significant role in her defeat. In moments like these, tennis really is a game of inches—and panic can be a double-edged sword.

As Gauff exits the tournament, fans are left wondering what her next moves will be as she works to regain her form. For now, though, the narrative has shifted; the drama on the court is palpable and speculation about her comeback looms large. Gauff's loss serves as a reminder that even the most talented players face downfalls, and they must rise again.

Interestingly, this year's US Open has seen its fair share of surprises, including defending men's champion Novak Djokovic also having an unexpected exit. As we digest these surprising outcomes, it's worth mentioning that kids at the venue had their hearts set on meeting Gauff, leading to some adorable yet chaotic scenes as security had to escort excited youngsters away from the court's edge. Perhaps next year, a little more luck and focus will be in Gauff's favour—or maybe a squad of precocious mini fans might just do the trick!

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Border Counties Advertizer"

Defending champion Coco Gauff crashes out to Emma Navarro at ... (Border Counties Advertizer)

Gauff succumbed to a 6-2 4-6 6-3 loss to Olympic team-mate Navarro.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Powell River Peak"

Coco Gauff loses at the U.S. Open to Emma Navarro, ending her title ... (Powell River Peak)

NEW YORK (AP) — This is pretty much all anyone needs to know about defending champion Coco Gauff's 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 loss to Emma Navarro in the U.S. Open's ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Mail"

Defending champ Coco Gauff is OUT at US Open after struggling ... (Daily Mail)

MATTHEW LAMBERT AT FLUSHING MEADOWS - Defending champion Coco Gauff is out of the US Open after a nightmare display against Emma Navarro, losing in four.

Defending champion Coco Gauff loses in the U.S. Open's fourth ... (CKPGToday.ca)

NEW YORK (AP) - This is pretty much all anyone needs to know about defending champion Coco Gauff's 6-3, 4-6, 6...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Tennis Magazine"

How Coco Gauff's serve let her down, and Emma Navarro's calm ... (Tennis Magazine)

There was a ton of energy and passion and emotion out there,” Emma said after ending her friend's title defense in Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The New York Times"

Coco Gauff knocked out of U.S. Open by Emma Navarro (The New York Times)

The defending champion lost in three sets, as her opponent exploited her weaknesses, on her serve and on her forehand.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Express"

Coco Gauff out of US Open as Emma Navarro inflicts second 'collapse' (Daily Express)

Emma Navarro handed her American rival Coco Gauff another crushing blow after ending her US Open journey just as she did at Wimbledon in July.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Express"

Coco Gauff called out for cracking up in US Open interview - 'This is ... (Daily Express)

American tennis star Eubanks has been working for ESPN's punditry team during his home Grand Slam tournament. But Gauff struggled to take her good friend ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "WPPB"

Coco Gauff loses at the U.S. Open to Emma Navarro, ending her title ... (WPPB)

Coco Gauff's loss in the U.S. Open's fourth round follows a third-round loss by defending men's champion Novak Djokovic, and was the latest in a series of ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Mail"

Children's behaviour towards Coco Gauff at the US Open was so ... (Daily Mail)

The innocence of youth has created scenes at Flushing Meadows today, with a horde of children ordered away from the side of the court by security for ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Powell River Peak"

Defending champion Coco Gauff loses in the U.S. Open's fourth ... (Powell River Peak)

NEW YORK (AP) — Defending champion Coco Gauff lost in the U.S. Open's fourth round to Emma Navarro 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 in an all-American matchup on Sunday, ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Express"

Coco Gauff raises 'emotional' concerns after 19 double faults in US ... (Daily Express)

Coco Gauff admitted problems with her serve are “emotional” and “mental” after serving 19 doubles faults - including 11 in the final set - to crash out of ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Aljazeera.com"

Coco Gauff loses US Open crown as star exodus continues (Aljazeera.com)

Gauff lost to fellow American Navarro in an error-laden performance but compatriot Tiafoe kept up home hopes with a win.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "US Open Tennis Championships"

Coco Gauff puts 2024 US Open disappointment into perspective (US Open Tennis Championships)

After her 2024 US Open fourth-round defeat to Emma Navarro, Coco Gauff is left to find the positives of a season that came up short of her own expectations.

U.S. Open 2024: Defending Champ Coco Gauff Knocked Out By ... (Forbes)

Coco Gauff said she won't beat herself up after a series of mistakes ended her U.S. Open title defense, as she lost 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 to Emma Navarro in the ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Express"

US Open LIVE - Brit hit with ban as Coco Gauff disrespected by ... (Daily Express)

There is an opportunity for British star Jack Draper to go far and he could reach his first Grand Slam quarter-final if he beats Tomas Machac today. You can ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Express"

Coco Gauff suffers double blow after US Open exit to Emma Navarro (Daily Express)

Gauff hit 11 double faults in the deciding set and bemoaned her accuracy during service games. The 20-year-old is perhaps suffering from the gruelling nature of ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "US Open Tennis Championships"

Emma Navarro dethrones Coco Gauff in fourth round of 2024 US Open (US Open Tennis Championships)

No. 13 seed Emma Navarro defeated No. 3 seed and defending champion Coco Gauff in a three-set thriller in the fourth round of the 2024 US Open.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Tennis Now"

After Stunning Coco Gauff, Navarro Eyes The Title In New York (Tennis Now)

New York—Well-balanced and well-spoken, Emma Navarro went to the well during her three-set takedown of defending champion Coco Gauff in Arthur Ashe Stadium ...

Reigning US Open champ Coco Gauff eliminated in Round of 16 (1330 WFIN)

The 2024 U.S. Open will be one Coco Gauff would like to forget sooner rather than later. The defending champion failed to advance past the Round of 16 on ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Mail"

Nick Kyrgios openly offers to coach Coco Gauff amid calls for her to ... (Daily Mail)

After struggling with her serve and bowing out in the fourth round at her second consecutive grand slam event, calls are growing for Coco Gauff to move on ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Express"

Coco Gauff's coach forced to sit through brutal verdict of her game ... (Daily Express)

Brad Gilbert was forced to sit and listen as one of his colleagues gave a brutal analysis of Coco Gauff's game following her exit from the US Open.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Express"

Coco Gauff blasted in awkward US Open interaction as Nick Kyrgios ... (Daily Express)

Express Sport brings you the latest news from the US Open.

Explore the last week