Coco Gauff advances to US Open quarterfinal after victory over Iva Jovic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Coco Gauff advanced to the quarterfinals of the US Open on Monday night after a straight-sets victory against Iva Jovic at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Gauff secured the win with a 6-1, 6-4 scoreline, becoming the youngest American woman to reach the quarterfinals of three majors in a single year since Serena Williams. During the match, a powerful shot from Gauff went out of bounds and nearly struck her physiotherapist, Maria Vago, who was seated court-side. The incident prompted a light-hearted apology from Gauff on social media, where she shared an image of the moment. Gauff, who has not dropped a set during the tournament, now prepares to face Mirra Andreeva for a spot in the semifinals. The victory keeps Gauff in contention for her second US Open title as she continues her progression through the bracket.
- •Coco Gauff defeated Iva Jovic 6-1, 6-4 to reach the US Open quarterfinals.
- •A return shot from Gauff narrowly missed physiotherapist Maria Vago during the match.
- •Gauff is the youngest American woman to reach three major quarterfinals in one year since Serena Williams.
- •The upcoming quarterfinal match is against reigning Roland Garros champion Mirra Andreeva.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Coco Gauff Offers 1-Word Reaction To Physio After Accidentally Hitting Her On The Face At US Open
"Coco Gauff has given her fans a light-hearted moment to laugh about after the American unintentionally hit a shot that almost knocked her physiotherapist off her seat. Gauff took to social media to amusingly apologize to her longtime physio for the unfortunate court mishap.
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