Elena Rybakina discusses crowd behavior after win against Coco Gauff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Elena Rybakina defeated Coco Gauff in a night match at Arthur Ashe Stadium during the US Open. Facing a hostile environment, Rybakina maintained her focus throughout the three-set match as the crowd heavily favored the American home favorite. She acknowledged the atmosphere after the match, stating she felt no issue with the crowd's preference for Gauff until the final stages. Post-match, observers noted the stadium emptied rapidly once the match concluded, leaving limited attendance for the on-court interview. This conduct drew criticism regarding the lack of respect shown to the winning player.
- •Elena Rybakina overcame a crowd that supported Coco Gauff at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
- •Rybakina stated she focused on her own performance rather than the partisan atmosphere.
- •The stadium audience significantly declined in number immediately following the match point.
- •The win for Elena Rybakina advanced her progress in the US Open tournament.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Elena Rybakina shares her opinion on the American crowd cheering so loudly for Coco Gauff during their US Open match
"Elena Rybakina did not have to overcome just Coco Gauff last night, but also the 23,771 Americans who had crammed into Arthur Ashe Stadium to...
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