Coco Gauff Crashes Out Early in Doha Upset!
Coco Gauff did not last long in this 2026 Doha tournament.
Facing Italian Elisabetta Cocciaretto (ranked 57th), the American struggled to make an impact and fell in two sets (6-4, 6-2).
Uninspired, she created only five break points, converting just one.
These performances are becoming regular for the world No. 5, who has now lost in the first round in the last two editions as well.
An Impressive Performance from Cocciaretto
On her side, Cocciaretto, a lucky loser, had a record of 0-3 against Gauff before this match.
And in her first main draw appearance in this tournament, she secures a win over a world top 5 player (her 3rd victory against a Top 10).
The last time she defeated a player of this caliber was against Pegula at Wimbledon last year.
For a spot in the quarterfinals, she will face American Ann Li (ranked 41st).
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