Coco Gauff fights back to sink Jessica Pegula and reach Wimbledon semi-final

Coco Gauff secured a comeback victory against Jessica Pegula to reach her first Wimbledon semi-final. Gauff credited her improved grass-court performance to a dedicated training block and increased belief following Iga Swiatek's success.
Why it matters
Gauff's progression in a major tournament marks a significant milestone in her professional tennis career and highlights the impact of specialized training surfaces.
Coco Gauff recovered after struggling in the opening set. Coco Gauff recovered after struggling in the opening set. Wimbledon 2026 Coco Gauff fights back to sink Jessica Pegula and reach Wimbledon semi-final Gauff beats fourth seed 4-6, 6-3, 6-3
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