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A disputed video review overshadowed Coco Gauff's straight-sets victory over 16-year-old Sun Xinran at the China Open, as the American progressed to the Round of 16 for the fourth consecutive year.
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Coco Gauff dispatched 16-year-old Sun Xinran 7-5, 6-1 at the China Open on Monday, wrapping up proceedings in an hour and 29 minutes to book her place in the Round of 16 for a fourth straight year.
The match, however, will be remembered for more than just the scoreline. A contentious video review during the first set sparked debate after Gauff halted play to protest the distraction caused by changing LED advertising boards. The umpire sided with the American, allowing her to hold serve - a decision that proved pivotal as she went on to clinch the opener.
Gauff's ability to handle younger challengers remains remarkable. She has now won 24 of 28 WTA Tour-level matches against players younger than herself - a record blemished only by a handful of defeats, most notably against Victoria Mboko in Montreal in 2025.
Despite dispatching her opponent in straight sets, Gauff was generous in her assessment of Sun afterwards. She highlighted the teenager's maturity and composure, predicting a bright future at the highest level and welcoming the prospect of future encounters between them.
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