Coco Gauff shares positive injury update ahead of Miami Open
· Yahoo Sports
American says arm issue is improving after Indian Wells scare
Visit chinesewhispers.club for more information.
Coco Gauff has provided a reassuring update on her fitness ahead of the Miami Open after being forced to retire from her match at Indian Wells due to a left arm injury.
The 20-year-old was trailing Alexandra Eala 6-0, 2-0 when she withdrew, later describing the sensation as feeling like a “firework” going off in her arm — a moment that raised immediate concerns given her strong injury record.
Gauff says injury is improving but still “comes and goes”
Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty ImagesSpeaking ahead of the tournament, Gauff revealed that she took time off after Indian Wells and has since been able to return to practice.
“I took a few days off,” she said. “I’ve been practicing fine. It comes and goes, but I definitely think it’s getting better as time passes.”
While the issue hasn’t completely disappeared, her comments suggest cautious optimism as she prepares to compete in Florida.
Gauff also acknowledged that the situation has been unusual for her. “I’m not someone who gets injured often, so it’s a weird feeling,” she admitted, while expressing gratitude that the problem appears relatively minor.
Miami Open mindset shifts as expectations lower
Playing in Miami carries added significance for Gauff, who grew up in Delray Beach and considers the event a home tournament.
However, this year she is approaching things differently due to her recent injury.
“I do put some pressure on myself because I really want to win this tournament one day,” she said. “But this year I’m trying to focus more on being grateful for the people around me.”
She added that her expectations are lower than usual. “The goal this week is just to have fun and embrace the process. I’m just happy to have the chance to play because I wasn’t sure if it would be possible.”
As the fourth seed, Gauff receives a bye into the second round, where she will face either Elisabetta Cocciaretto or Darja Semenistaja.
A potential third-round clash with Maria Sakkari looms, with further challenges possibly including Linda Noskova and Amanda Anisimova deeper in the draw — but Gauff’s fitness remains the key factor in how far she can go.
Read more: