Gauff makes semis in Berlin after Jabeur retires after losing the first set 6-7
Coco Gauff the world #2 and reigning US Open champion progressed to the semifinals at the Ecotrans Ladies Open following a spectacular first set that unfortunately ended with her opponent’s retirement. Gauff just twenty years old, was competing in her eighth quarterfinal of the season.
Ons Jabeur from Tunisia is a three-time grand slam finalist including the past two on the lawns of the All England Club. The former world #2 with her wonderfully varied game, is a thrill to watch, especially on grass. The twenty-nine-year-old currently ranked #10, was seeking her first semifinal of the season. She has been plagued with a chronic knee injury and today was sidelined due to illness.
Gauff won the toss and chose to serve. She made 4/6 first serves and crushed a forehand crosscourt for 1-0. Jabeur opened with a fantastic slice backhand winner and leveled…
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