Just days before the start of the 2025 US Open, Coco Gauff has made a decisive change to her coaching setup. She has parted ways with Matt Daly and JC Faurel, two key figures who helped guide her through a successful stretch that included a French Open title earlier this year. The decision comes after a challenging North American hard court swing, where Gauff struggled to find consistency, particularly with her serve.
Introducing Gavin MacMillan to the team
In place of Daly and Faurel, Gauff has brought in biomechanics expert Gavin MacMillan. Known for his work with top players like Aryna Sabalenka, MacMillan specializes in refining movement and technique through scientific analysis. His approach focuses on optimizing body mechanics to improve performance and reduce injury risk. Gauff has already been spotted training with him at Arthur Ashe Stadium, signaling her commitment to making technical adjustments ahead of the tournament.
Addressing serve issues with a new strategy
One of the driving factors behind the coaching change appears to be Gauff’s ongoing battle with double faults. Recent matches saw her struggle to maintain rhythm on serve, with error counts climbing into double digits. MacMillan’s expertise could offer a fresh perspective on her motion and timing, helping her rebuild confidence in one of the most critical aspects of her game.
A history of timely transitions
This isn’t the first time Gauff has made a coaching change at a pivotal moment. After her exit from last year’s US Open, she parted ways with Brad Gilbert and quickly found success with Daly, winning the China Open and WTA Finals. Her ability to adapt and thrive under new guidance has become a defining trait, and this latest shift reflects her willingness to evolve in pursuit of excellence.
Looking ahead with renewed focus
As Gauff prepares for the US Open, her revamped team represents a fresh start and a renewed focus on long-term development. With MacMillan’s scientific approach and Gauff’s resilience, the stage is set for another compelling chapter in her career. Whether the changes yield immediate results or lay the groundwork for future success, Gauff continues to show that she’s unafraid to make bold decisions in pursuit of greatness.
Cori Gauff in 2025
At the moment ranked no.3, Gauff played her last match on the 15th of August when she was defeated by world no.8 Jasmine Paolini 2-6 6-4 6-3 in the quarter in Cincinnati (draw).
Until now, during this year Gauff has managed to achieve a 35-12 record. Coco has won 2 titles in 2025 in Australia and French Open. The American reached the final in Madrid and Rome.