US Open: Coco Gauff Beats Magdalena Frech After Recent Serve Issues to Set Up Naomi Osaka Clash

New York, August 31, 2025 — Coco Gauff advanced to the fourth round of the US Open with a commanding straight-sets victory over Poland’s Magdalena Frech, winning 6-3, 6-1 in just 73 minutes. The result comes after a fraught start to her tournament, marked by serving woes and emotional hurdles. Gauff’s improved performance—particularly in her serve—signals a stunning turnaround that sets up a blockbuster clash with Naomi Osaka.

Earlier in the tournament, Gauff struggled under the spotlight. Her second-round match against Donna Vekic saw her visibly shaken, culminating in tears and a self-described panic attack. That match tallied seven double faults and highlighted the fragility of her serve. In response, Gauff made a bold mid-tournament decision to replace her coach with biomechanics specialist Gavin MacMillan, a rare move during a Grand Slam event.

The impact of that decision was clear in the match against Frech. Gauff committed just four double faults—down significantly from earlier rounds—and delivered consistent, tactical serving. Her composure on court has returned, and she played with surgical precision, dominating from the baseline while minimizing errors.

The win secures Gauff’s fourth consecutive year reaching the US Open’s second week, underscoring her consistency at her home Grand Slam. Standing at 21 and already a two-time major champion—including the 2025 French Open crown—Gauff steps forward as one of the game’s most exciting talents.

Awaiting Gauff in the last 16 is Naomi Osaka, a two-time US Open champion and a former world No. 1. Osaka dispatched Daria Kasatkina in a hard-fought three-set win to set up the showdown.Their upcoming encounter revives memories of their electrifying 2019 meeting at the US Open, when a then-15-year-old Gauff burst onto the scene before being consoled by Osaka in a memorable post-match moment. Gauff has emphasized how far she’s come—regaining her serve not only improved her game but also restored her joy on court. Meanwhile, Osaka’s return to the second week of a major marks a critical milestone in her comeback story, offering a potent mix of experience and power.

As the tournament shifts into high gear, fans can expect a gripping duel—two champions facing off, each seeking redemption, momentum, and a path deeper into New York’s second week.