Unseeded American Emma Navarro upset 12th-seeded Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday to reach the second week of Wimbledon for the first time in her career.
Unseeded American Emma Navarro upset 12th-seeded Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday to reach the second week of Wimbledon for the first time in her career.
Navarro, a 21-year-old wild-card entry, broke Gauff's serve twice in the first set and held on to win the set 6-4. She broke Gauff's serve again in the fourth game of the second set and held on to win that set 6-4 as well.
Emma Navarro Stuns Coco Gauff at Wimbledon to Advance to Second Week
The victory is Navarro's biggest of her career. She had never before defeated a top-20 player.
"I'm so happy," Navarro said. "I've been working so hard for this. I can't believe I'm actually here in the second week of Wimbledon."
Gauff, a 17-year-old American, was the runner-up at the French Open last month. She was seeded 12th at Wimbledon but has never made it past the fourth round.
"I'm disappointed," Gauff said. "I felt like I was playing well, but I just couldn't make enough shots today."
Navarro will face Ajla Tomljanovic of Australia in the fourth round on Monday. Tomljanovic defeated Serena Williams in the first round of Wimbledon.
Navarro is the first American woman to reach the second week of Wimbledon since Serena Williams in 2021.
Navarro's victory is a major upset. Gauff is one of the most promising young players in the world. She is ranked No. 12 in the world and has already won two WTA titles.
Navarro, on the other hand, is ranked No. 142 in the world. She has never won a WTA title and had never reached the second week of a Grand Slam tournament before.
Navarro's victory is a testament to her hard work and determination. She has been working hard to improve her game, and it is starting to pay off.
Navarro's victory is also a sign that the American women's game is on the rise. A number of young American women are starting to make a name for themselves, and Navarro is one of them.
Navarro will face a tough challenge in the fourth round when she takes on Tomljanovic. Tomljanovic is a talented player who has been in good form this year.
However, Navarro has nothing to lose. She is playing with confidence, and she is determined to make a name for herself.
Navarro's victory is a great story. It shows that anything is possible if you believe in yourself and work hard.
Navarro is a role model for young players everywhere. She shows that it is possible to achieve your dreams, no matter where you come from or what obstacles you face.
Navarro's victory is a reminder that the future of American women's tennis is bright.
