Emma Navarro Stuns Coco Gauff to Reach Wimbledon Quarterfinals

Emma Navarro, the 19th-seeded American, has stunned world No. 2 Coco Gauff in straight sets (6-4, 6-3) at Wimbledon, securing her first Grand Slam quarterfinal berth.

Navarro, who is enjoying a breakthrough season, has already defeated former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka en route to her second consecutive Grand Slam second week. Against Gauff, she rallied from an early break down to triumph in one hour and 14 minutes on Centre Court.

Gauff, the reigning US Open champion, had cruised through her draw in the first week, dropping only 10 games in three matches. However, Navarro proved too resilient, breaking Gauff twice to clinch the opening set.

In the second set, Gauff's frustration grew as her forehand faltered, handing Navarro the opportunity to serve out the match. Despite saving two match points, Gauff succumbed to a final forehand error, resulting in a warm embrace with her childhood friend at the net.

Navarro's victory was a testament to her steady play, as she committed only 16 unforced errors compared to Gauff's 25. The American is projected to make her Top 15 debut after Wimbledon and will next face No. 7 seed Jasmine Paolini, who advanced after Madison Keys retired due to a leg injury.

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