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Coco Gauff advances in Toronto after defeating Alina Korneeva

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:10 AM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Coco Gauff advances in Toronto after defeating Alina Korneeva

Summary

Coco Gauff secured her place in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Canadian Open by defeating 19-year-old Alina Korneeva with a score of 6-3, 6-1. The match took place at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto. Gauff, now 22, reflected on her experiences as a teenager on the professional circuit, stating she does not underestimate younger opponents. She expressed confidence in Korneeva's potential to become a regular on the tour. Gauff will face No. 12 seed Belinda Bencic in the next round as she aims to capture her first title of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Gauff improves her record against teenagers to 19-2.
•She previously recorded straight-set wins over Kayla Day and Maria Sakkari.
•Gauff expressed respect for Korneeva’s talent and potential.
•Next, Gauff faces Belinda Bencic in the quarterfinals.
•Match was played at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto.

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2:10 AMYahoo Sports — ‘People Took Me for Granted’ – Coco Gauff Details Her Stance on Younger Rivals After Toronto Clash With 19-Year-Old

What they're saying

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Coco Gauff, who broke out on the WTA Tour when she was just 15 years old, has revealed how she feels about facing younger opponents after locking horns with 19-year-old qualifier Alina Korneeva in the fourth round at the 2026 Canadian Open. Drawing on her own experience as a teenager on the professional circuit, the 22-year-old explained why she never allows herself to become complacent when facing younger rivals.
— Yahoo Sports

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