Unbelievable:Tennis star Coco Gauff has broken her silence following her heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Amanda Anisimova at the China Open that has le…..

Unbelievable:Tennis star Coco Gauff has broken her silence following her heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Amanda Anisimova at the China Open

Coco Gauff Opens Up on Emotional Turmoil After China Open Semi-Final Loss

Tennis star Coco Gauff has broken her silence following her heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Amanda Anisimova at the China Open, revealing that she was battling deep emotional pain after losing a close friend just hours before the match.

The 21-year-old American sensation admitted that while she felt disappointed in her performance, the tragedy she faced off the court left her emotionally shaken and distracted.

“I lost my close friend early that morning,” Gauff shared in a heartfelt statement. “I was traumatized and completely heartbroken. I tried to focus on my game, but my mind kept going back to her.”

Gauff revealed that her late friend had been struggling with a brief illness but remained one of her biggest supporters, celebrating every win and motivating her throughout the tournament. Coco had dedicated her China Open campaign to her friend’s strength and promised to win the title in her honor.

“She always called to congratulate me after every victory,” Gauff said. “She kept telling me I was going to lift the trophy. I really wanted to win this one for her—but when I stepped on the court, my emotions got the best of me.”

Despite her loss, Gauff expressed gratitude to her fans and the tennis community for their support during this difficult time, adding that she would use the experience to grow stronger both mentally and emotionally.

“This loss hurts, but it’s bigger than tennis. I’ll continue to play for her and for everyone who believes in me,” Gauff concluded.

The young star’s courage in opening up about her grief has drawn widespread admiration from fans and fellow players alike, who praised her strength in competing under such difficult circumstances.

As Coco Gauff looks ahead to her next tournaments, she carries not only her talent and determination—but also the memory of a cherished friend who inspired her to keep fighting, no matter the challenges life brings.