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Coco Gauff Voices Frustration with Coach After Tough Loss to Svitolina
Coco Gauff publicly expressed her frustration with serving coach Gavin MacMillan after a challenging match against Elina Svitolina. The exchange occurred after a double fault, highlighting ongoing concerns about Gauff’s serve.
Serving Struggles Continue for Gauff
Gauff hired Gavin MacMillan in September of last year in an effort to improve her consistency on serve. She has historically struggled with double faults, ranking among the players with the most on tour in both 2024 and 2025.
“I’ve been doing everything you wanted for the last six months… I haven’t gotten any better at all,”
Coco Gauff
Despite the visible frustration, Gauff later adopted a more measured tone, acknowledging the positive aspects of her performance. She reached the semi-finals despite not being at her best.
Intense Match and Fighter Mentality
Svitolina defeated Gauff in a closely contested match. Gauff demonstrated resilience by saving four match points and winning a tiebreak 13-11 in the second set. But, she ultimately lost her serve twice in the deciding set.
Recent Form and Future Outlook
Gauff recently experienced a first-round loss in Doha to Elisabetta Cocciaretto. Despite recent setbacks, Gauff remains a prominent figure in the sport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gavin MacMillan?
Gavin MacMillan is Coco Gauff’s serving coach, hired in September of last year.
What prompted Gauff’s frustration?
Gauff expressed frustration after a double fault, indicating a lack of improvement in her serve despite working with her coach for six months.
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