Coco gauff elise mertens china open

On 12 October 2026, Coco Gauff secured her place in the final of the China Open following a commanding victory over Elise Mertens. The match, which took place in Beijing, saw Gauff utilize her superior baseline power and tactical precision to dismantle Mertens’ defensive game. Gauff dominated the opening set with aggressive serving and consistent groundstrokes, putting immediate pressure on the Belgian veteran. Although Mertens attempted to disrupt Gauff’s rhythm in the second set by mixing in variety and net approaches, the American remained composed, breaking serve at critical junctures to close out the match in straight sets. This victory marks a significant milestone for Gauff as she continues her strong run on the Asian swing, demonstrating improved court coverage and mental fortitude under pressure. For Mertens, the loss concludes a successful tournament run where she displayed resilience against top-tier competition. Gauff now prepares for the championship match, aiming to capture another prestigious title as she solidifies her position among the elite players on the WTA tour.