Coco Gauff Dominates With First Career Double Bagel At Madrid Open

Coco Gauff, the US Open champion, delivered an outstanding performance at the Madrid Open, marking a significant milestone in her career with a double bagel victory over Arantxa Rus. This win not only propels her into the round of 32 but also sets a new personal record for Gauff, as she achieved her first main-draw win without dropping a single game. The match against the 33-year-old Rus concluded in just 51 minutes, showcasing Gauff's dominance on the court.

Throughout the match, Gauff exhibited exceptional skill and power, losing a mere 18 points—eight in the first set and ten in the second. Her performance in the opener was particularly impressive, with an 88 percent success rate on points behind her first serve and successful conversion of three out of four break points. Despite Rus's attempt to challenge Gauff by bringing up four break points midway through the second set, she was unable to capitalize on these opportunities. Gauff's response was swift and decisive, securing another three games and closing the match with a formidable forehand winner.

In her post-match comments, Gauff reflected on her achievement with humility and surprise, stating, "I played really well today. It was just one of those days for me—6-0 6-0. I've never done that before; I'll probably never do it again." This victory not only highlights Gauff's current form but also her potential for future successes.

Gauff's triumph places her among an elite group of players who have managed a 6-0 6-0 scoreline in the women's singles draw at the Madrid Open. She joins the ranks of Victoria Azarenka and Simona Halep, both former world number ones, in achieving this feat. At just 20 years old, Gauff is also recognized as the youngest player to secure a double bagel win in any main-draw match on the WTA Tour since Iga Swiatek's victory over Karolina Pliskova at the 2021 Italian Open final in Rome.

The significance of this win is further underscored by a tweet from OptaAce on April 25, 2024, which reads: "3 - Coco Gauff is the third player to register a scoreline of 6-0 6-0 in the women's singles draw at the Madrid Open after Victoria Azarenka and Simona Halep. Quick. #MMOPEN | @MutuaMadridOpen @WTA @WTA_insider."

This remarkable achievement not only adds to Gauff's growing list of accomplishments but also sets a high standard for her future performances. As she advances to meet Ukraine's Dayana Yamstremska on Saturday, fans and spectators alike will be keen to see if she can maintain this level of excellence throughout the tournament.