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In one of the biggest surprises of Wimbledon 2025 so far, Coco Gauff crashed out in the opening round. The reigning French Open champion was beaten in straight sets by Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska. The upset sent shockwaves through the All England Club and has reshaped the women's draw just as the tournament began.

Here is a closer look at how it happened and who stopped Gauff's Wimbledon run before it could begin.

Wimbledon Round-Up: The Match at a Glance

Coco Gauff, world No. 2 and reigning Roland-Garros champion, was stunned in the first round of Wimbledon, losing 7-6(3), 6-1 to Dayana Yastremska on Court 1. Gauff started strong but faded after the tiebreak, committing 25 unforced errors and winning just 37% of points on her second serve. Yastremska capitalised with 24 winners and clinical pressure.

After the match, Gauff admitted the loss was tough:

'Maybe losing here first round isn't the worst thing in the world because I have some time to reset. But yeah it definitely sucks'.

The early exit ends her campaign abruptly and highlights how quickly momentum can shift on grass, even for rising stars.

Who Is Dayana Yastremska?

Dayana Yastremska is a 24-year-old Ukrainian tennis player currently ranked outside the top 30. Once reaching a career-high of world No. 21 in 2020, she is known for her fearless ball-striking and explosive groundstrokes.

She made headlines at the 2024 Australian Open, reaching the semi-finals as a qualifier and proving her ability to rise to the occasion on the sport's biggest stages. Her aggressive style thrives on faster surfaces, and her straight-sets victory over Coco Gauff confirms she remains a serious contender in major tournaments.

After the match, Yastremska reflected on her performance with confidence and enthusiasm:

The Ukrainian's career has seen its share of setbacks, including injuries and off-court challenges, but this latest win may mark a pivotal moment in her resurgence on the tour.

How Did Yastremska Beat Gauff?

Yastremska executed a clear strategy: attack Gauff's second serve and control rallies from the baseline. After edging the first set tiebreak, she kept points short with deep returns and angled shots, disrupting Gauff's rhythm. Fatigue may have also been a factor, as Gauff had little time to adapt to grass following her French Open win.

What This Upset Means for Wimbledon 2025

Gauff's loss makes her just the third woman in the Open Era to lose in Wimbledon's first round after winning Roland-Garros, highlighting the challenge of switching from clay to grass. With both Gauff and Jessica Pegula out, the women's draw has opened up for lower-ranked contenders. Attention now shifts to Americans like Emma Navarro and Madison Keys to lead the charge.

Looking Ahead: Gauff Eyes Redemption After Wimbledon Setback

Coco Gauff's early Wimbledon exit is a major talking point from this year's opening rounds. Her defeat to Dayana Yastremska is not only a personal setback but a shift in the tournament narrative. As Yastremska advances, fans and analysts alike will be watching to see if she can build on this momentum.

Stay tuned for more Wimbledon round-up coverage and emerging storylines from SW19.

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