Coco Gauff Calls Racist Abuse 'Draining' After China Open Exit
Gauff received a surge of racist comments after her third‑round win over Sun Xinran at the China Open.
In Brief
- •Gauff received a surge of racist comments after her third‑round win over Sun Xinran at the China Open.
- •She lost 6‑3 6‑3 to Elise Mertens in the fourth round, citing the abuse as draining.
- •The WTA condemned the abuse, offered support, and said it was seeking action against the content.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights the mental toll online hate can take on professional athletes and underscores the need for robust anti‑harassment policies in sports. The WTA’s swift condemnation and pledge to act signal a growing commitment to protect players from digital abuse.
Key Details
- Match Result vs Mertens
- 6-3 6-3 loss
- Unforced Errors vs Mertens
- 34
- Double Faults vs Mertens
- 8
- Date of Abuse Incident
- 2026-10-04
- WTA Response
- Appalled, offering support, seeking action
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