Coco Gauff defeats Iva Jovic to reach US Open quarterfinals

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Coco Gauff defeats Iva Jovic to reach US Open quarterfinals
Summary

Coco Gauff secured a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Iva Jovic in the fourth round of the 2026 US Open on September 7. The win advances Gauff to the quarterfinals, marking her first appearance in that round of the tournament since 2023. During her on-court interview at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Gauff commended the 18-year-old Jovic for her performance and maturity. Gauff, who has yet to drop a set during the tournament, noted the importance of supporting younger players as they navigate the professional tour. The world No. 4 will next face No. 5 seed Mirra Andreeva, against whom Gauff currently holds a 5-0 career record. The winner of that matchup will move on to the semifinals to play either Elena Rybakina or Zheng Qinwen.

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By the Numbers
  • •Coco Gauff defeated Iva Jovic 6-1, 6-4 in the fourth round.
  • •Gauff has not lost a single set throughout the 2026 US Open.
  • •The victory marks Gauff's first quarterfinal appearance at the tournament since 2023.
  • •Gauff holds a 5-0 winning record against her next opponent, Mirra Andreeva.
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  • 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — US Open news: Why Coco Gauff was thinking about Frances Tiafoe during quarterfinals win
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  • 6:18 AMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s Just Important’ – Coco Gauff Explains the Meaning Behind Her Gesture for Iva Jovic After US Open Clash
What they're saying
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American rallies from brink to defeat Andreeva Gauff survives 12 double faults in three-set escape Coco Gauff has played far cleaner matches than on Wednesday afternoon. But few players today on the women’s tour have become better at finding answers on the fly when almost nothing is working for them. The 22-year-old American’s serene march through the US Open women’s draw hit extreme turbulence early in her quarter-final clash with fifth-seeded Mirra Andreeva inside Arthur Ashe Stadium. She dropped the first four games before surrendering the opening set in 26 minutes, ending a streak of 20 consecutive sets won dating back nearly a month. She piled up 12 double faults and 42 unforced errors, the majority off a forehand in open revolt. She found herself one point from defeat not once but twice during a hairy second-set tiebreaker. Continue reading...

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Coco Gauff authored a brilliant comeback against Mirra Andreeva on Wednesday afternoon and drew motivation from an interesting source. During the post-match interview, Gauff broke down her performance and admitted that she had Frances Tiafoe’s come-from-behind victory over Alex Michelsen on Tuesday on her mind. “I think I just had to reset. I came […] The post US Open news: Why Coco Gauff was thinking about Frances Tiafoe during quarterfinals win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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In straight sets,Coco Gauff Beats Iva Jovic and has stormed into the quarterfinals of US Open tennis championships. Where she had previously reached the quarters for the first time ever after winning a title in 2023. The match saw the aggressive play of Gauff on the baseline as well as an improved and consistent serve […] The post Coco Gauff Beats Iva Jovic: Score, Quarterfinal Opponent, Prediction & US Open Title Chances appeared first on Stadium Rant.

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