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Coco Gauff overcomes Mirra Andreeva in three-set US Open match

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Coco Gauff overcomes Mirra Andreeva in three-set US Open match

Summary

Coco Gauff defeated Mirra Andreeva 2-6, 7-6, 6-2 at the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Andreeva dominated the opening set by targeting Gauff’s forehand, forcing 14 unforced errors to win the frame 6-2. Gauff responded by utilizing her athleticism to extend rallies and counter Andreeva’s tactical precision. After saving two match points during a second-set tiebreak, Gauff secured the set 7-6 to force a decider. The match demonstrated the contrast between Andreeva’s technical shot-making and Gauff’s court coverage. By winning the third set 6-2, Gauff transitioned from defensive play to offensive control to finish the contest.

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By the Numbers

•Coco Gauff won 2-6, 7-6, 6-2 against Mirra Andreeva at the US Open.
•Mirra Andreeva took the first set by exploiting Gauff's forehand technique.
•Gauff saved two match points in the second-set tiebreak.
•The match took place at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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For 26 minutes at the US Open, Mirra Andreeva played tennis that looked unstoppable against Coco Gauff. She won the first seven points of the match. She also took the opening set 6-2 with a game plan so precise it barely required adjustment: send roughly three-quarters of every rally to Coco Gauff's forehand, watch the …
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