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Coco Gauff might be one of the most exciting players in tennis right now, but if you were hoping to see her in the US Open mixed doubles draw, you’re out of luck. The 20-year-old American star recently made a candid confession about why she’s skipping the event—and it has everything to do with focus, energy, and a little bit of self-preservation.
Gauff, fresh off a strong run in singles and a growing doubles résumé, admitted that mixed doubles is something she enjoys watching and occasionally playing, but the demands of competing in multiple events at a Grand Slam can be brutal. With the US Open’s intense schedule and the stakes higher than ever in her singles campaign, Coco says she’s making a conscious choice to preserve her body and give herself the best chance at lifting the singles trophy.
“I love playing doubles—it’s fun and it helps my game—but at this stage of the season, I have to be smart with my workload,” she revealed. “The US Open is my home Slam, and I want to go deep in singles without worrying about extra matches.”
Her decision is a reminder of the razor-thin line elite players walk when balancing ambition with physical limits. Grand Slam tennis isn’t just about skill—it’s about recovery, mental sharpness, and surviving a grueling two-week battle. Even for an athlete as fit and driven as Gauff, the strain of multiple draws can be costly.
Fans may be disappointed not to see her light up the mixed doubles court, but her honesty gives a deeper look into the mindset of a top-tier competitor. Gauff isn’t just thinking about one match—she’s thinking about the bigger picture, her long-term health, and her shot at becoming the next American singles champion in New York.
For now, the focus is clear: one draw, one mission, and one dream—bringing the US Open singles title home. And if that means putting mixed doubles on hold, Gauff is more than willing to make the trade. After all, champions are made by the decisions they make before they even step onto the court.
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John Owolabi
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