Wimbledon recap Day 3: Coco Gauff marks career anniversary in the best possible way Coco Gauff celebrated a significant milestone on Day 3 of Wimbledon by securing a hard-fought victory against Argentina’s Solana Sierra. The 22-year-old American, who had not won two consecutive grass-court matches since 2024, triumphed 6-3, 3-6, 7-6(7) on No. 1 Court. The win marked seven years to the day since Gauff’s historic upset of Venus Williams at the same venue as a 15-year-old, a moment she still reflects on before each match. Gauff’s path to victory was fraught with challenges. Sierra, ranked world No. 56, mounted a strong comeback after losing the first set, outplaying Gauff in the final two sets and even taking a 7-4 lead in the deciding tiebreak. The match hinged on a dramatic moment when Gauff, facing a drop shot from Sierra, executed a miraculous block-flick backhand to win the point. “Really that one came out of, like, my butt,” Gauff joked afterward, acknowledging the improbability of the shot. She closed the match with aces and a surge of energy, emphasizing the importance of adaptability on grass courts. The victory was not only a personal triumph but also a symbolic return to form for Gauff, who has faced setbacks in her career. Her performance highlighted her resilience, as she maintained a strong first-serve percentage and won over 80% of first-serve points, despite Sierra’s relentless pressure on her second serve. Meanwhile, Frances Tiafoe, recovering from a heartbreak in the French Open, showcased his determination by resuming a suspended match against Térence Atmane. The American, who had a 2-1 set lead when play was halted due to darkness, quickly regained control with a 7-6(6), 6-1, 6-4 victory.#frances_tiafoe #coco_gauff #wimbledon #solana_siera #claire_liu
