Elise Mertens Defeats Coco Gauff to Reach Beijing Quarterfinals

Elise Mertens has secured a major victory at the China Open, defeating Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-3 to reach the quarterfinals of the WTA 1000 tournament in Beijing.

Mertens produced an aggressive and confident performance to claim her first career win over Gauff, having lost their previous five meetings.

The victory also marks Mertens’ first WTA 1000 singles quarterfinal appearance since 2021. It is another impressive milestone in 2026, with the Belgian recording her third win over a Top 10 player this season.

Mertens will now look to continue her impressive run as she bids to reach the semifinals in Beijing.