Coco Gauff’s Ambitious Plans for the 2025 Tennis Season

 

Following a landmark 2024 season, highlighted by her maiden Grand Slam victory at the US Open and a historic WTA Finals triumph, Coco Gauff is poised to elevate her performance in 2025. The 20-year-old American has commenced her season with a commanding display at the United Cup in Sydney, leading Team USA to victory over Poland in the final. Gauff’s straight-sets win against former world number one Iga Swiatek, 6-4, 6-4, underscores her enhanced confidence and refined gameplay.

 

Central to Gauff’s recent success is her collaboration with coach Matt Daly, a grip and technique specialist. Since their partnership began post-2024 US Open, Gauff has made significant technical adjustments, particularly to her forehand and serve. These refinements were instrumental in her victories at the China Open and the WTA Finals in Riyadh, where she became the youngest champion since Maria Sharapova in 2004.

 

Gauff’s off-season training in Florida has been intensive, focusing on physical conditioning and technical improvements. Working under the guidance of strength and conditioning coach Stephane Dal Soglio, she has embraced a “work from home” regimen, allowing her to train rigorously while minimizing travel fatigue.

 

Looking ahead, Gauff aims to build upon her momentum as she prepares for the Australian Open. Her first-round match against 2020 Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin presents an opportunity to showcase her evolved game. With potential matchups against top-seeded players like Aryna Sabalenka in later rounds, Gauff is focused on maintaining her aggressive playstyle and mental resilience.

 

As the season progresses, Gauff’s schedule will encompass all four Grand Slam tournaments, ten WTA 1000 events, and six WTA 500 events, adhering to the new WTA guidelines. Her dedication to continuous improvement and her recent string of successes position her as a formidable contender in the 2025season.