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Coco Gauff reaches Cincinnati Open semifinals amid Kyrgios remarks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:18 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Coco Gauff reaches Cincinnati Open semifinals amid Kyrgios remarks

Summary

Coco Gauff advanced to the semifinals of the Cincinnati Open after defeating Marta Kostyuk 6-2, 6-2. Following her victory, Gauff made remarks regarding a popular song that were perceived by some as a subtle jab at Nick Kyrgios, who is currently suspended for testing positive for cocaine. Gauff's comments generated a lighthearted reaction from fans and drew attention to the ongoing situation surrounding Kyrgios. She is set to face Sára Bejlek in the next round of the tournament in their first tour-level matchup.

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By the Numbers

•Coco Gauff defeated Marta Kostyuk 6-2, 6-2 in Cincinnati.
•Her comments were interpreted as referencing Nick Kyrgios's suspension.
•Gauff will play Sára Bejlek in the semifinals.
•This match marks their first encounter at the tour level.

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8:18 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Kyrgios Caught a Stray’ – Coco Gauff Has Fans Reading Between the Lines After Amusing Quip in Cincinnati

What they're saying

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Coco Gauff has grabbed attention with her amusing remarks after triumphing over Marta Kostyuk to reach the semifinals of the Cincinnati Open. The American’s comments were inadvertently perceived by tennis fans as a subtle reference to Nick Kyrgios, who has been provisionally suspended from professional tennis after testing positive for cocaine at the Mallorca Championships in June.
— Yahoo Sports

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