Coco Gauff broke down in tears during the US Open match: How Simone Biles helped her.

Emotional defeat of Coco Gauff

According to The Sun: Coco Gauff experienced real emotions during her match in the second round of the US Open, winning against Croatian Donna Vekic 7-6, 6-2. During the game, especially in the first half, the American could not hold back her tears on Arthur Ashe Court.

After Gauff lost her serve with a double fault at 4-4 in the first set, she sat down in her chair, covered her head with a towel, and broke down in tears.

Support from Simone Biles

In a post-match interview, Gauff, who is currently ranked third in the world, admitted that she received moral support from gymnast Simone Biles, who watched the game from the stands. 'I thought of Biles, her skill and courage on the balance beam at the Olympics, and that helped me in difficult moments,' Gauff noted.

“Honestly, I saw her and really don’t know if she’s there, but she really helped me,” Gauff said.

She also added that she has had a tough week but is happy to be back on the court, emphasizing that her performances mean a lot not only for her but also for her fans.

“I do this for myself, but also for you. No matter how hard it gets inside, you can do it,” Gauff emphasized.

Comments from Biles

Simone Biles, a seven-time Olympic champion, also shared her impressions of the match. She said it is a real privilege to watch Gauff and praised her dignity and humility both on and off the court.

“Coco brought me back. I think she's incredible, fantastic. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It’s exciting to witness her magic,” Biles noted.