World number six Coco Gauff and her coach Brad Gilbert have decided to part ways after a frustrating fourth-round exit from the US Open. Gilbert, who played a key role in Gauff’s first Grand Slam win in New York last year, confirmed the split on Wednesday, expressing gratitude for their 14-month collaboration and excitement for his next coaching chapter.
Despite a stellar 2023 that included semi-final appearances at the Australian Open and French Open, Gauff’s performances in the US Open warm-up tournaments in Toronto and Cincinnati were underwhelming. Gilbert praised Gauff’s bright future, while Gauff thanked him for their successful run in a heartfelt social media post.
The decision follows moments of tension during Wimbledon, where Gauff expressed visible frustration towards Gilbert during her fourth-round defeat to fellow American Emma Navarro.
