Coco Gauff rallied from a set down and saved two match points to secure a hard-fought victory over Mirra Andreeva in the quarterfinals of the 2026 US Open. The final score read 2-6, 7-6(7), 6-2, propelling the No. 4 seed into the semifinals with an impressive streak of 11 consecutive wins.
The match initially appeared tilted in Andreeva’s favor, as she dominated the opening set with authority. Serving for the match in the second set, Andreeva seemed poised to close out the contest. However, a marathon 39-shot tiebreak shifted the momentum dramatically. Gauff’s relentless defense and tactical prowess culminated in a deft drop shot that caught Andreeva off guard at the baseline, swinging the match back in her favor.
Marathon Tiebreak Decides Gauff vs Andreeva Battle
Throughout the intense tiebreak, Gauff demonstrated remarkable resilience and composure under pressure. Despite facing two match points, she maintained belief in her ability to turn the match around. Following her victory, Gauff remarked on the importance of confidence, stating, “Just believing is all I can do. The game may not always show up, but I can control the belief in myself.”