At just 21 years old, Coco Gauff has etched her name into tennis history with a flawless record in hard court finals. Her latest triumph came at the 2025 Wuhan Open, where she defeated fellow American Jessica Pegula 6–4, 7–5 in a tightly contested final. With this victory, Gauff secured her third WTA 1000 title and extended her unbeaten run in hard court finals to nine.
The first to nine in the Open Era
No other woman has ever won her first nine hard court finals in the Open Era, a period that began in 1968 when professional players were first allowed to compete in Grand Slam tournaments. Gauff’s achievement stands alone, surpassing the early-career records of legends like Martina Navratilova, Steffi Graf, and Serena Williams.
Her run includes victories at major events such as the US Open, the WTA Finals, and now Wuhan, each showcasing her ability to perform under pressure and adapt to different opponents and conditions.
Echoes of Serena’s dominance
Gauff is also the first woman since Serena Williams in 2015 to win nine consecutive hard court finals. While Williams’ streak came later in her career, Gauff’s has arrived early, suggesting a trajectory that could rival some of the sport’s greatest.
A rising force in women’s tennis
With 11 career singles titles and a growing reputation as a clutch performer, Gauff has solidified her place among the elite. Her consistency, athleticism, and mental strength have made her a favorite on hard courts, and her record-breaking streak is likely to inspire a new generation of players.
As the WTA Finals approach, Gauff enters as one of the top contenders, carrying momentum and confidence that few can match.
Cori Gauff in 2025
Ranked no.3, Gauff played her last match on the 12th of October when she defeated world no.6 Jessica Pegula 6-4 7-5 in the final in Wuhan to win her 11th career title.
At the moment, during this season Gauff achieved a composed 47-14 match record. Gauff has won 3 titles in 2025 in Australia, French Open and Wuhan. Gauff reached the final in Madrid and Rome.