Coco Gauff and Brad Gilbert Part Ways After US Open Fallout

Coco Gauff and coach Brad Gilbert ended their partnership after over a year and one Grand Slam win together. This split follows Gauff's recent performance decline including a fourth-round U.S. Open loss. Gauff, a 20-year-old American, recently dropped in WTA rankings and thanked Gilbert for their time together.

Coco Gauff and coach Brad Gilbert have ended their partnership after more than a year, the duo announced via separate social media posts. Their collaboration included winning the 2023 U.S. Open.

Their split comes weeks after Gauff lost her U.S. Open title defense amid a series of double-faults. Gauff recently dropped from No. 3 to No. 6 in the WTA rankings.

Brad Gilbert expressed his gratitude for the 'amazing summer run' and wished Gauff continued success. Gauff also acknowledged a fruitful time together and their split follows several disappointing performances and a desire for more strategic guidance.

(With inputs from agencies.)