Coco Gauff Advances, Secures Eighth Consecutive Victory

Coco Gauff continued her impressive 2025 season at the Australian Open, achieving an 8-0 record after defeating Leylah Fernandez in straight sets, 6-4, 6-2, to advance to the fourth round. This victory marks her third consecutive match this season against Fernandez, showcasing her dominance as she has yet to drop a set against the Canadian. Gauff's performance was characterized by her ability to break serve at crucial moments, despite some early vulnerabilities. She is set to face former Olympic gold medalist Belinda Bencic in the next round, who progressed after Naomi Osaka retired from their match due to injury. Gauff's unbeaten streak includes her previous matches at the United Cup, where she also defeated Fernandez. With her current form, Gauff is seen as one of the favorites for the title as she aims to improve upon her semifinal finish in last year's tournament.