Coco Gauff Beats Danielle Collins in First Win Since French Open

World No. 3 Coco Gauff returned to the winner’s circle with a hard-fought victory over fellow American Danielle Collins at the 2025 National Bank Open, marking her first win since the French Open. After a string of challenging results on the grass courts, Gauff bounced back with a determined performance on the hardcourt, defeating Collins in a tense three-set battle.

The matchup was billed as an all-American showdown, with both players bringing intensity and aggressive baseline play to the court. Gauff, however, managed to dig deep and overcome Collins’ relentless hitting, showcasing her signature speed and defensive prowess to secure a 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 victory.

“It feels really good to get this win,” Gauff said in her post-match interview. “Danielle is such a tough competitor, and I knew I had to stay focused the entire match. This win means a lot after the challenges I’ve faced since Roland Garros.”

Since her impressive semifinal run at the 2025 French Open, Gauff has struggled to find consistency, with early exits at Wimbledon and other summer events. However, the switch back to hard courts appears to have reignited her form. Her win over Collins is a crucial confidence booster as she builds momentum ahead of the US Open Series.

The match was a rollercoaster, with Gauff battling through moments of inconsistency, particularly on her serve. Yet, her resilience and ability to raise her level in key moments were evident as she fought off break points and delivered clutch winners when it mattered most.

Danielle Collins, known for her fiery on-court presence, pushed Gauff to the limit, but ultimately couldn’t match the 20-year-old’s speed and adaptability in long rallies. The win marks an important step forward for Gauff as she looks to regain the form that saw her lift her first Grand Slam title at the 2024 US Open.

With this victory, Gauff advances to the next round of the National Bank Open, where she’ll look to further fine-tune her game ahead of the US Open. The American fan favorite is determined to peak at the right time and prove that she’s ready to contend for major titles once again.