FRENCH OPEN '26: Coco Gauff has a new mindset for title defense and more confidence on her serve
Coco Gauff is preparing to defend her Grand Slam title at the French Open with a new mindset. She has expressed increased confidence in her serve and overall game strategy. Gauff aims to build on her previous success and face her competitors with renewed determination.
- ▪Coco Gauff is focusing on a new approach for her title defense at the French Open.
- ▪She has reported greater confidence in her serve heading into the tournament.
- ▪Gauff aims to leverage her past experiences to enhance her performance.
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