Champion Coco Gauff out of French Open but Cerúndolo marches on
Defending champion Coco Gauff was eliminated from the French Open in a surprise third-round loss to Anastasia Potapova. Gauff struggled to capitalize on key opportunities, while Potapova demonstrated consistency to secure the win.
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The loss of a top-seeded player significantly alters the trajectory of the tournament and highlights the competitive nature of professional tennis.
Champion Coco Gauff out of French Open but Cerúndolo marches on | French Open 2026 | The Guardian
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