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World News · October 7, 2026

Coco Gauff eliminated from tournament after 'draining' racial commentary, match controversy

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Coco Gauff was eliminated from the China Open in the round of 16 after a 6-3, 6-3 loss to Elise Mertens. Gauff's defeat followed a period of significant online racist abuse directed at her after a controversial officiating decision in a previous match against Sun Xinran. During the loss to Mertens, Gauff reported feeling physically drained and low on energy, citing the emotional toll of the preceding days. Statistical analysis of the match showed Gauff struggled with 34 unforced errors and eight double faults.

Coco Gauff was eliminated from the China Open in the round of 16 after a 6-3, 6-3 loss to Elise Mertens. Gauff's defeat followed a period of significant online racist abuse directed at her after a controversial officiating decision in a previous match against Sun Xinran. During the loss to Mertens, Gauff reported feeling physically drained and low on energy, citing the emotional toll of the preceding days. Statistical analysis of the match showed Gauff struggled with 34 unforced errors and eight double faults.