Gauff Upset by Qualifier Wang at Berlin Open

Coco Gauff, fresh from her 2025 French Open triumph and ranked World No. 2, was defeated 6-3, 6-3 by Chinese qualifier Wang Xinyu in her opening and first grass-court match of the Berlin Open. Gauff struggled with the surface transition, tallying 25 unforced errors and seven double faults. After the loss, she expressed gratitude to fans and stated she would use the experience to prepare for Wimbledon, which begins June 30. Gauff also noted her New Balance x Miu Miu Berlin outfit will not appear at Wimbledon due to dress code rules. Wang, celebrating a career-best victory, highlighted her aggressive play and mental strength. The result raises questions about Gauff's grass-court readiness as she aims to end a nine-year American women's singles drought at Wimbledon.