Home favourite Coco Gauff won an all-American showdown against teenager Iva Jovic to book her place in the US Open quarter-finals.
Key facts
- Coco Gauff defeated Iva Jovic at the US Open.
- The match was an all-American showdown.
- Jovic is a teenager.
- Gauff advances to the quarter-finals.
Coco Gauff has reached the quarter-finals of the US Open after defeating fellow American Iva Jovic, according to Sky Sports.
The match was billed as an all-American showdown, pitting Gauff against the teenager Jovic on home soil.
Gauff, a home favourite at the tournament, came through the contest to secure her place in the last eight.
Jovic, described by Sky Sports as a teenager, was unable to progress past the round despite the all-American encounter.
With the win, Gauff continues her run at the US Open and moves into the quarter-final stage of the competition.
Why it matters
The US Open is one of tennis's four Grand Slam tournaments, and reaching the quarter-finals marks a significant milestone in the draw. Gauff's progress as a home favourite carries particular interest for American tennis fans.
Frequently asked questions
Who did Coco Gauff beat to reach the US Open quarter-finals?
Gauff defeated fellow American teenager Iva Jovic in an all-American showdown, according to Sky Sports.
What round did Coco Gauff reach at the US Open?
Gauff reached the quarter-finals of the US Open with her win over Iva Jovic.