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Coco Gauff Skips Mixed Doubles Amid US Open Controversy

2/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Coco Gauff has decided to skip the US Open mixed doubles, citing new scheduling changes that favor singles players. The tournament's shift from 32 to 16 teams and its altered match structure have sparked criticism among athletes. While Gauff sees potential benefits for the sport's growth, she worries it will hinder her singles training.

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Historical Context

Coco Gauff's decision to skip mixed doubles at the US Open reflects a broader trend in tennis. In 1968, the Open Era began, allowing professionals to compete. Now, scheduling changes prioritize singles, echoing past shifts that often favored individual athletes over doubles, impacting player training and tournament dynamics.

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Coco Gauff has decided to skip the US Open mixed doubles, citing new scheduling changes that favor singles players. The tournament's shift from 32 to 16 teams and its altered match structure have sparked criticism among athletes. While Gauff sees potential benefits for the sport's growth, she worries it will hinder her singles training.

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