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Coco Gauff snubs WTA tournament despite being defending champion


Published on 2024-12-28 06:05:33 - MSN
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  • Coco Gauff will not be defending her title at the ASB Classic, the same event where Emma Raducanu is poised to make her comeback.

Coco Gauff, the 20-year-old American tennis star, has decided not to defend her title at the WTA 500 tournament in Berlin, Germany, despite being the defending champion. This decision comes as part of her preparation for the upcoming grass court season, particularly Wimbledon. Gauff, who has had a successful year with a 30-9 record and a title win in Auckland, is focusing on her training and other strategic choices for the grass season. Her absence from the Berlin event, which she won last year, has sparked discussions among fans and analysts about her tournament strategy and the potential impact on her ranking and performance at Wimbledon.

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