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Gauff Refocuses for French Open, Boosts Serve Consistency

5/21/2026

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Tennis player Coco Gauff said she will treat the French Open as a tournament, not a title defense, after her US Open defense ended in the round after 19 double faults.
After losing Italian Open final to Elina Svitolina, Gauff said the match taught her to handle leads and match points.
She added she now serves with one double fault, a 78% first-serve rate, and a steadier toss and confidence.

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Tennis player Coco Gauff said she will treat the French Open as a tournament, not a title defense, after her US Open defense ended in the round after 19 double faults.
After losing Italian Open final to Elina Svitolina, Gauff said the match taught her to handle leads and match points.
She added she now serves with one double fault, a 78% first-serve rate, and a steadier toss and confidence.