Following her unexpected fourth-round exit at the US Open, Coco Gauff has decided to shake things up by making a significant change to her coaching team. The 20-year-old, who was the defending champion at Flushing Meadows, saw her title defense come to an end when she was defeated by Emma Navarro. This defeat prompted Gauff to part ways with her coach, Brad Gilbert, whom she had been working with since 2023.

In a heartfelt message to Gilbert, Gauff expressed her gratitude for their time together, saying, “We had an incredible run. I wish you all the best for the future!” With this parting of ways, Gauff is now in search of a new coach to guide her through the next phase of her career.

Despite her recent setback, Gauff’s career has shown plenty of promise, with notable achievements such as reaching the semi-finals at the Australian and French Opens in 2024, as well as claiming the women’s doubles title at Roland Garros. However, inconsistencies in her performance outside of the Grand Slam events have left her seeking a fresh perspective to help her reach the next level.

Having previously worked with top players like Andy Murray, Andre Agassi, and Andy Roddick, Gilbert was seen as a key figure in Gauff’s team. His departure marks a turning point for the young American, who will now look to regroup and refocus with a new coach by her side.

As Gauff navigates this transition in her career, fans will be eager to see how she responds to this change and what new heights she can reach with the support of a revamped coaching team. Stay tuned as the talented young player embarks on this new chapter in her tennis journey.