Coco Gauff says she finally felt Calm on Centre Court
Coco Gauff reached her first Wimbledon semi-final after coming from a set down to defeat fellow American Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 on Centre Court.
The victory sends Gauff into the Wimbledon last four for the first time and marks her sixth Grand Slam semi-final overall.
After the match, Gauff said she felt safe in Centre Court.
“After seven years of playing this tournament, it’s finally the first time I can walk on this Centre Court and I didn’t feel nervous.”
She then joked that the feeling might simply come with experience.
“I don’t know if I’m becoming a vet or…”
Gauff admitted reaching the semi-finals felt special, especially considering her recent struggles on grass.
“Honestly, pretty insane. Considering I hadn’t won a match on grass in two years before this tournament, I’m definitely just really happy with how I played today.”
She also praised Pegula after their all-American quarter-final.
“Jess is an incredible opponent and person. Playing against her is never easy. I’m just happy to get through this one today.”
The win was Gauff’s 31st victory of the 2026 season and her 36th career win over a top-10 opponent.
After years of trying to make a breakthrough at Wimbledon, Gauff has now reached the semi-finals for the first time and will have the chance to continue her best run yet at the All England Club.
