Coco Gauff reveals how 2nd set comeback led to Round 2 win in Cincinnati Open

World No. 2 Coco Gauff fought through a tense second-set battle to book her spot in the third round of the Cincinnati Open, defeating China’s Xinyu Wang in straight sets. After taking the opener comfortably, Gauff found herself trailing in the second set before staging a determined comeback.

Speaking after the match, the 20-year-old credited her mental toughness for turning things around. “I just told myself to stay aggressive and trust my shots,” Gauff said. “Even when I was down, I knew I could shift the momentum if I kept the pressure on.”

The American’s powerful forehand and improved serving under pressure proved decisive as she erased Wang’s lead and closed out the match in style. The win keeps Gauff on track for a potential deep run in her home-country tournament as she continues her preparations for the US Open later this month.

Gauff will face her next opponent on Thursday, aiming to maintain her form and extend her winning streak on the North American hard-court swing.