Coco Gauff dominated her second-round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday, January 21, defeating Olga Danilovic 6-2, 6-2 in just one hour and 17 minutes. The American third seed hit 14 winners and executed several precise drop shots to control the match.

On a sun-soaked Margaret Court Arena, Gauff’s strong serving and consistent rallying forced Danilovic into 34 unforced errors. The result marked a sharp contrast to Danilovic’s first-round victory over Venus Williams, where she had played an inspired match.

Gauff’s pathway and performance

The 21-year-old Gauff, a two-time Grand Slam champion, impressed with her court awareness and tactical execution. Her ability to extend rallies while staying aggressive kept Danilovic off balance throughout the match.

With this victory, Gauff sets up a third-round clash against fellow American Hailey Baptiste. Fans and analysts are closely watching the draw, as Gauff shares the same half as world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, setting the stage for a potential semifinal showdown later in the tournament.

Implications for the Australian Open

Gauff’s straight-sets win underscores her status as one of the tournament favorites. Her performance continues to build momentum and confidence as she navigates through a competitive draw, while Danilovic must regroup after a disappointing second-round exit.

This victory also highlights Gauff’s consistency at the Australian Open, where she has now advanced smoothly through the early rounds, demonstrating both skill and composure under pressure.