WTA Rankings: Coco Gauff Closes Gap to Iga Swiatek
Coco Gauff defeated Jessica Pegula to win the 2025 Wuhan Open, closing the gap to Iga Swiatek in the WTA Rankings.
Gauff, the world No 3, battled to a 6-4, 7-5 victory against her sixth-ranked compatriot Pegula, claiming her maiden Wuhan crown, third WTA 1000 title, and 11th career title.
During her impressive run, Gauff did not drop a set in five matches, defeating Jasmine Paolini, Laura Siegemund, Zhang Shaui, and Moyuka Uchijima.
“When I came on tour, you were one of the first people to be nice to me and welcome me with open arms,”
Gauff said, praising Pegula, her former doubles partner, during the trophy ceremony.
- Second title of 2025 for Gauff, adding to her French Open crown in June
- 11th career title and third WTA 1000 title for Gauff
Author's summary: Coco Gauff wins Wuhan Open title.