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Coco Gauff and Belinda Bencic: A Rivalry That’s Heating Up in 2025
In the fast-moving world of tennis, few matchups feel as exciting right now as the ones between Coco Gauff and Belinda Bencic. Both women are carving out strong seasons in 2025, but not without facing their own battles both on and off the court.
Coco Gauff’s Bright Start and New Challenges
At just 21 years old, Coco Gauff continues to prove she’s one of the biggest names in the sport. In January, she lit up the Australian Open by staging a thrilling comeback against Belinda Bencic in the fourth round. After losing the first set 5-7, Gauff found another gear, dominating the next two sets 6-2, 6-1. Her gritty win secured her a spot in yet another Grand Slam quarter-final, adding to a growing list of achievements few players her age can match.
But 2025 hasn't been all smooth sailing for the American star. Despite her strong start, Gauff has struggled in the following tournaments, including an early exit at Indian Wells, where Bencic got her revenge. Critics have pointed to some technical flaws — particularly in her serve and forehand — that she needs to iron out if she wants to dominate consistently at the very top.
Belinda Bencic’s Inspiring Comeback
Belinda Bencic’s story in 2025 is nothing short of inspirational. After taking a break from the tour to become a mother in 2024, many wondered how she would transition back into elite competition. The answer came quickly: Bencic is not just back — she's better.
At Indian Wells, she showed incredible fight and composure to defeat Gauff in a thrilling three-set match (3-6, 6-3, 6-4). This win marked her first WTA 1000 quarter-final appearance since returning, and it sent a clear message — Bencic is here to compete with the very best once again.
Her triumph in February at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open further underlined her return to form. Balancing motherhood and a demanding tennis career, Bencic is rewriting her own story — and inspiring many along the way.
What’s Next for These Two Stars?
Looking ahead, both Gauff and Bencic have their sights set on the European clay court season, including the Madrid Open and the Italian Open. With the French Open looming, these tournaments are key opportunities for both players to sharpen their games and climb even higher in the rankings.
While Gauff looks to bounce back from her early losses and fix technical gaps, Bencic will be aiming to build on her momentum and prove her comeback is no fluke.
One thing is certain — whenever these two meet again on the court, tennis fans can expect fireworks.
