Defending champion Gauff crashes out in French Open third round
Defending champion Coco Gauff was eliminated in the third round of the French Open after losing to Anastasia Potapova. Gauff, who won her second grand slam title in Paris last year, struggled with her serve and ultimately fell in a closely contested match. Potapova's victory marks a significant achievement in her career, as she has been performing well on clay this season.
- ▪Coco Gauff lost to Anastasia Potapova with a score of 4-6, 7-6 (7-1), 6-4.
- ▪Gauff expressed frustration over not capitalizing on key moments during the match.
- ▪Potapova, who recently switched her representation to Austria, has been one of the standout players this spring.
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