Coco Gauff edged out fellow Spanish‑born competitor Paula Badosa in a hard‑fought match at the New York Open, taking the second set in a tiebreak 7‑6(5) after a 6‑4 first set. The victory secured Gauff’s place in the third round, marking her fifth consecutive appearance in Flushing’s main draw. The contest highlighted Gauff’s resilience and tactical play, while Badosa’s aggressive baseline game kept the match close, underscoring the rising rivalry between the two players.
Coco Gauff prevailed in a tight 6-4, 7-6(5) win over rival Paula Badosa to advance to the third round in Flushing for a fifth straight year.
