The Madrid Open took an unexpected turn when a massive power outage swept across Spain and Portugal, leaving players and spectators in the dark. Among those affected was Coco Gauff, who had just secured a victory against Belinda Bencic before the blackout disrupted the tournament.
The outage not only halted matches but also cut off essential facilities, including running water. Gauff, known for her resilience on the court, found herself navigating an unusual challenge off it. With no access to showers, she resorted to baby wipes and perfume to freshen up, embracing the situation with humor and practicality.
The blackout, which left subway networks, traffic lights, and even ATM machines nonfunctional, underscored the reliance on electricity in daily life. Gauff shared glimpses of the experience on social media, including a dimly lit locker room and candles being distributed to players.
Coco commented: “There’s no running water so I just had to take baby wipes and wipe myself, spray some perfume and call it a day.”
Despite the chaos, the tournament is set to resume once power is restored. Gauff’s ability to adapt in the face of unexpected hurdles reflects the same determination she brings to her matches, proving that she can handle challenges both on and off the court.
Gauff in Madrid, ranking, and results in 2025
Now the world no.4, the American has managed to achieve a composed 17-6 match record in 2025. Gauff is currently competing in Madrid where she beat the world no.46 Dayana Yastremska 0-6 6-2 7-5, the world no.62 Ann Li 6-2 6-3 and the world no.42 Belinda Bencic 6-4 6-2.
Cori Gauff will square off with the world no.7 Mirra Andreeva in the quarter. Their head to head is 2-0 for Gauff.
The American conquered 1 title in 2025 in Australia.
Coco won 10 titles in her career: 7 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts and 2 on indoor courts. (See the list of her titles)
