Miami Open: Coco Gauff battles imposter syndrome to reach semi-finals for first time
BBC • • sports
Key Points:
- Coco Gauff reached the Miami Open semi-finals for the first time by defeating Belinda Bencic, becoming the youngest American woman to do so since Serena Williams in 2004.
- The 22-year-old, ranked fourth globally, won in three sets and could move up to third in the WTA rankings if she reaches the final.
- Despite her success, Gauff admitted she still experiences imposter syndrome and struggles to fully believe she belongs among the top players.
- Gauff highlighted that her coach encourages her to recognize her achievements and maintain confidence, especially as she continues to improve her serve.
- She emphasized the importance of trusting the results on the court and is working on strengthening her self-belief.
