Musa
World No. 3 Coco Gauff has advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 Italian Open, defeating seventh seed Mirra Andreeva 6–4, 7–6(5) in a tightly contested quarterfinal match. This victory marks Gauff’s third consecutive semifinal appearance in Rome and extends her impressive run on clay, with nine wins in her last ten matches .
Gauff’s next opponent will be China’s Zheng Qinwen, who achieved a significant milestone by defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6–4, 6–3. This victory was Zheng’s first over Sabalenka in seven encounters, showcasing her resilience and strategic play .
The upcoming semifinal between Gauff and Zheng promises to be a compelling contest. Gauff leads their head-to-head 2–0, including a recent victory at the WTA Finals in Riyadh . With both players in excellent form, the match is highly anticipated by fans and analysts alike.
Gauff’s performance in Rome not only solidifies her status as a top contender for the French Open but also guarantees her ascent to world No. 2 in the WTA rankings . As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Gauff and Zheng as they vie for a spot in the final.
Olaniyi Ayoola
Musa
