Coco Gauff Makes History at WTA Finals

Coco Gauff, a 20-year-old American, won the WTA Finals for the first time by beating Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen. She overcame significant deficits and secured victory in a thrilling three-hour match. Gauff became the first American to win since Serena Williams in 2014, earning $4.8 million in prize money.

In a landmark victory, Coco Gauff triumphed at the WTA Finals, defeating Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in a dramatic match. The young American, trailing in the final set, demonstrated resilience to claim a 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (2) win.

With this victory, Gauff becomes the first American champion since Serena Williams in 2014. Notably, she also celebrated as the youngest winner since Maria Sharapova in 2004. Gauff's journey to the final included victories over top players Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek.

Reflecting on her win, Gauff expressed satisfaction in proving her skeptics wrong. "I just love to say I'm right," she stated. Meanwhile, Zheng Qinwen, who reached a Grand Slam final for the first time this year, acknowledged the match's narrow margins. The WTA doubles title went to Gabriela Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe.

(With inputs from agencies.)