Coco Gauff is making a serious statement at the Miami Open, and her dominant double bagel win over Sofia Kenin proves she’s locked in. After a rough patch post-Australian Open, Gauff has silenced critics with a performance that reminded everyone why she’s America’s top-ranked WTA player. With her confidence soaring, she’s now boldly backing herself for the Miami Open title—an achievement that would further cement her place in U.S. tennis history.
Gauff’s Miami Takeover: Confidence and Dominance
Coco Gauff after beating Kenin in Miami
“This is the first time in 20 years where there’ve been 3 Americans in the top 5..
Coco: Super special to be surrounded by so many talented women off the court. It’s great for American tennis for both the women and men. Hopefully one of… pic.twitter.com/XHijtk3DYA
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) March 20, 2025
After an early exit at Indian Wells, Gauff wasted no time resetting. Against Kenin, she delivered a clinical performance, dropping just 18 points and winning every game—a feat rarely seen at the WTA 1000 level. This victory marked her 57th career WTA 1000 win before turning 22, surpassing Caroline Wozniacki’s record.
Her post-match confidence was just as striking. When told that three American women—Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Madison Keys—are now ranked in the WTA top five, Gauff embraced the moment, calling it “super special” before cheekily adding, “Hopefully one of us, preferably me, can take this title here.”
A New Era for American Women’s Tennis?
The last time three American women occupied top-five spots was 2003, when Serena Williams, Lindsay Davenport, and Jennifer Capriati ruled the sport. With Gauff, Pegula, and Keys now leading a new charge, is this the next golden era for U.S. women’s tennis?
Next Up: A Familiar Rivalry
Gauff’s next challenge is Maria Sakkari, a player she trails 4-5 in their head-to-head. Their latest encounter at Indian Wells saw Sakkari prevail, making this an intriguing rematch. Gauff is in form, but Sakkari has given her trouble in the past. Can Coco ride this momentum to a deep Miami run, or will Sakkari once again be a roadblock?
With the confidence she’s showing, it’s hard to bet against Gauff right now. What do you think—can she go all the way in Miami?