Coco Gauff saved two match points in a three-set win over Mirra Andreeva to reach a US Open semi-final against newly-crowned world No 1 Elena Rybakina.
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Key facts
- Coco Gauff beat Mirra Andreeva in three sets.
- Gauff saved two match points during the match.
- Andreeva is the teenage French Open winner.
- Gauff's semi-final opponent is Elena Rybakina.
- Rybakina is the newly-crowned world No 1.
Coco Gauff produced a dramatic comeback to defeat Mirra Andreeva in three sets, according to Sky Sports, setting up a semi-final against newly-crowned world No 1 Elena Rybakina.
Gauff saved two match points on her way to the victory, turning around a match that had appeared to be slipping from her grasp against the teenager.
Andreeva, the French Open winner, pushed Gauff to the limit before the American recovered to close out the win in three sets.
The result sets up a high-profile semi-final showdown with Rybakina, who has recently claimed the world No 1 ranking.
Sky Sports described Gauff’s recovery as a stunning comeback, highlighting the two match points she saved during the contest.
Why it matters
A semi-final between Gauff and the new world No 1 Rybakina promises to be one of the standout matches of the tournament. Gauff's ability to save match points underlines her resilience at the highest level of the sport.
Frequently asked questions
Who did Coco Gauff beat to reach the semi-final?
Gauff defeated Mirra Andreeva, the teenage French Open winner, in a three-set match.
How many match points did Gauff save?
According to Sky Sports, Gauff saved two match points during her victory.
Who will Gauff face in the semi-final?
Gauff will face newly-crowned world No 1 Elena Rybakina in the semi-final.
Timeline
- Gauff to face new world No 1 Rybakina in semis after incredible comeback
Sky Sports News: Coco Gauff saved two match points on her way to a three-set victory over teenage French Open winner Mirra Andreeva which set up a semi-final showdown with newly-crowned world No 1 Elena Rybakina.