Coco Gauff defended Iga Swiatek's quality of play and innocence in the doping scandal during a press conference at the Australian Open.

Coco Gauff has made improvements to her serving and her forehand. And the strides in both of those areas are among the reasons she's considered one of the few women ready to challenge two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka for the title at the Australian Open.

Earlier this week, New Balance dropped its 2025 Australian Open Collection, and Gauff's shoes maintained that aesthetic. The New Balance Coco CG2 matches the feel of the Australian Open collection, using colors that complement the iconic outdoor courts at Rod Laver Arena.

Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff lead the women's field at the 2025 Australian Open. The year's first Grand Slam tournament begins on the hard courts of Melbourne Park on Sunday morning local time,

Former British No 1 Laura Robson thinks Coco Gauff “looks incredibly confident” ahead of the 2025 Australian Open as she assessed that the American star has “transformed her game.” Gauff made a perfect start to her campaign by inspiring the United States to win the United Cup with some outstanding performances.