Gauff Makes Stunning Comeback to Reach Fourth Round of Miami Open

March 22, 2026

Miami: Coco Gauff made a stunning comeback, defeating compatriot Alicia Parks in three sets to reach the round of 16 of the Miami Open.

Strong comeback after losing first set
Gauff started the match well and took a 2-0 lead, but Parks won six consecutive games to take the first set 6-2.

One-sided play in the second and third sets

Gauff then made a strong comeback, winning 12 of the next 13 games to win the match 2-6, 6-0, 6-1. She completely dominated the second and third sets.

Now to face Sistea
In the next round, Gauff will face Romania’s Sorana Sistea, who defeated Elise Mertens in straight sets.

Gauff moves closer to record
This is Gauff’s 11th win of the 2025 season, when she won a match after losing the first set. She is headed to her first quarterfinal at a WTA 1000 event.