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The 20-year-old American found herself trailing Oceane Dodin by a score of 4-2 in the opening set but bounced back to book a place in the next round
Coco Gauff received a wake-up call in Miami on Sunday but rebounded from a sluggish start to advance to the fourth round of the Miami Open.
The 20-year-old American struggled to find her rhythm early on and found herself trailing Oceane Dodin by a score of 4-2 in the opening set.
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However, Gauff quickly shifted gears and mounted a remarkable comeback, winning 10 consecutive games to secure a decisive 6-4, 6-0 victory over her French opponent Dodin.
Reflecting on her performance, Gauff acknowledged Dodin's strong play, particularly her powerful hitting style.
Gauff stated that she focused on adjusting her game to counter Dodin's aggressive approach, ultimately regaining control of the match.
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With this win, Gauff advances to the fourth round of the Miami Open, matching her previous best result in the tournament. She now awaits the outcome of the match between Caroline Garcia and Naomi Osaka to determine her opponent in the quarter-final.
"She's a big hitter. She likes the game on her terms. I was trying my best to get deep in the court and just weather the storm. Overall, I feel good so far," Gauff said.
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"I'm trying to improve with each match. Definitely playing a little bit better than I was last week in Indian Wells," Gauff told reporters.
Gauff's ability to overcome adversity and turn the tide after a slow start highlights her maturity and competitiveness on the court, reaffirming her status as one of the rising stars in women's tennis.
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