In a surprising turn of events, world No. 2 Coco Gauff faced an early exit from the German Open, just weeks after her stunning French Open victory. On June 20, 2025, Gauff lost to China’s Xinyu Wang in a second-round match, with a score of 6-3, 6-3.
- Coco Gauff exits German Open early.
- Xinyu Wang upsets Gauff in second round.
- Wang's victory marks third top-10 win.
- Gauff's grass court experience is limited.
- Wimbledon starts on June 30.
- Gauff's clay season was successful.
This defeat marks Gauff’s first match since her triumph at Roland-Garros on June 7. Despite being up 3-1 in the second set, Wang rallied to secure her place in the quarterfinals, showcasing her talent against the French Open champion.
This unexpected loss raises questions about Gauff’s adaptability on grass courts. Will she bounce back in time for Wimbledon? Key developments include:
- Wang’s victory marks her third career win against a top-10 player.
- Gauff’s grass court record stands at 21-10, lower than her hard and clay court statistics.
- A potential rematch with Aryna Sabalenka is now off the table.
As Wimbledon approaches, fans will be eager to see if Gauff can regain her momentum and build on her French Open success. Will she overcome this setback and make a deep run at the prestigious tournament?
