Coco Gauff reacts to online impersonators after US Open semifinal loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Coco Gauff concluded her 2026 season without a Grand Slam title, having been eliminated in the semifinals of the US Open by Elena Rybakina. Following her defeat, Gauff addressed the issue of online impersonators casing confusion and potential scams among her fans. She emphasized that she will never solicit money through social media and urged her followers not to fall for such scams. Gauff is set to take a break before competing in the China Open starting September 30.
- •Gauff lost to Elena Rybakina in the US Open semifinals.
- •She denounced users impersonating her to scam fans.
- •Gauff stressed she would never ask followers for money.
- •The China Open begins on September 30.
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — ‘DO NOT Send Money to ‘Me” – Coco Gauff Makes Frustrations Clear as ’Weird’ Issue Arises After US Open Loss
"Coco Gauff will end the 2026 season without a Grand Slam title under her belt, having fallen short in the semifinals of the US Open. Following her loss, the American was forced to deal with the frustrating issue of users impersonating her online, prompting Gauff to voice her displeasure regarding the phenomenon.
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