Coco Gauff staged a remarkable comeback to secure her first-ever semifinal spot at the Miami Open by defeating Belinda Bencic in a challenging three-set match. Gauff, after a strong start, faced a tough battle but managed to clinch a 6-3, 1-6, 6-3 victory in a match lasting over two hours.
In the initial set, Gauff displayed dominance with aggressive play, securing an early break and showcasing excellent net skills. Despite Bencic’s resurgence in the second set, Gauff’s resilience and strategic play helped her regain control in the deciding set.
The final set witnessed a tense exchange of momentum, with Gauff displaying composure under pressure to secure crucial points and ultimately seal the victory. This win propels Gauff into her first Miami Open semifinal, where she will meet Karolina Muchova, holding a strong record against her upcoming opponent.
In another quarterfinal match, Muchova continued her impressive form with a straight-sets victory, further solidifying her successful season record and semifinal appearances at the WTA 1000 level.
