Coco Gauff dominates Jessica Pegula to win Cincinnati Open
Coco Gauff dominated Jessica Pegula to earn the Cincinnati Open win and her 12th career WTA singles title.
In June 2026, Coco Gauff made tennis fans recall the 2023 "Summer of Coco" by claiming victory at the Cincinnati Open. The 18-year-old American defeated her friend and fellow countrywoman, Jessica Pegula, in a swift one-hour final. Gauff's performance has been widely praised, suggesting she may be at the peak of her career going into the US Open.
It's a stark contrast to last year's Cincinnati Open, when Gauff's serve was criticized and she had to switch coaches. However, this year, Gauff's serve is working effectively, and her athleticism remains exceptional. Despite her success this year, Gauff has only won 12 career WTA singles titles so far.
In the tournament, Gauff made quick work of Pegula, who had a tiresome week, having eliminated Top 10 players Amanda Anisimova and Iga Swiatek. While she appeared fatigued and her serve lacked pace at times, Pegula's trainer had her rest earlier in the week due to a reported abdominal issue. Pegula herself said the rest and a day off before her semifinal match were necessary.
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