How Coco Gauff's Title in Cincinnati Makes Her a Real Threat to Win the US Open

Coco Gauff won the Cincinnati Open on August 23, 2026, defeating fellow American Jessica Pegula in the finals to claim the Rookwood Cup at Lindner Family Tennis Center. The victory is considered her biggest title of the season, coming after a year marked by near-misses. The win positions Gauff as a significant contender heading into the US Open.