Brad Gilbert criticizes WTA over Jessica Pegula hot mic incident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 9:08 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Coco Gauff’s former coach, Brad Gilbert, expressed disappointment with the WTA regarding a hot mic incident involving Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva during a practice session at Indian Wells. Pegula made derogatory comments about Andreeva, which were recorded without her knowledge. Gilbert criticized the WTA for not informing players about mics being active, which led to the controversy. Both Gauff and Andreeva have since moved on from the situation, with Gauff noting that Pegula apologized to both of them. Gauff is set to play Marta Kostyuk, while Pegula faces Linda Noskova in their upcoming matches at the WTA Finals.
- •Brad Gilbert condemned the WTA for the hot mic situation.
- •Jessica Pegula criticized Mirra Andreeva during a practice session.
- •Coco Gauff stated she did not hold any negative feelings towards Pegula.
- •Both players have moved on from the incident, according to Gauff.
- •Gauff will play Kostyuk, while Pegula faces Noskova next.
- 9:08 AMYahoo Sports — “Extremely Disappointing” – Coco Gauff’s Former Coach Blasts WTA Over Jessica Pegula Hot Mic Incident
"Jump Around This Article What did Coco Gauff say about the hot mic controversy at the WTA Finals?Coco Gauff’s former coach, Brad Gilbert, took a jab at the WTA over the hot-mic incident involving Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva. During a practice session in Indian Wells, Pegula criticized Andreeva in what was supposed to be a private conversation with her coach, Mark Knowles.
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