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Serena Williams supports Coco Gauff after Australian Open racket smash
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Coco Gauff's quarterfinal exit at the 2026 Australian Open turned controversial when footage of her smashing her racket went viral. Tennis legend Serena Williams offered encouragement, while several players raised concerns about privacy in player areas. The incident highlighted the emotional pressures faced by athletes.
Coco Gauff secured a 6-1, 3-6, 6-3 victory over Karolina Muchova in the fourth round of the 2026 Australian Open, improving her head-to-head record to 5-0. The win marks her third consecutive quarterfinal appearance in Melbourne and her 10th career Grand Slam quarterfinal. Gauff will next face Elina Svitolina.