Coco Gauff edged out Paula Badosa in a closely contested match, taking the second set in a tiebreak 7‑6(5) after a 6‑4 first set win. The victory secured Gauff’s spot in the third round of the New York City Open, marking her fifth consecutive appearance in Flushing. The match highlighted Gauff’s resilience and tactical play, while Badosa fought hard but fell short in the decisive moments. This win keeps Gauff in the hunt for a title on the WTA tour.
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.
