Wimbledon 2025 may not have gone the way Coco Gauff hoped, but the 20-year-old star is keeping her chin up—and her eyes firmly on what comes next.
After an unexpected exit from this year’s prestigious grass-court tournament, Gauff opened up about her disappointment in a candid post-match interview. “Of course, I’m upset. I didn’t come here to lose,” she admitted. “But I also know this isn’t the end of the world. I’ll be back.”
Gauff, who came into Wimbledon as one of the tournament favorites after an impressive start to her season, fell in the quarterfinals to a surging underdog. While the match was hard-fought, the result left fans and commentators stunned—and left Gauff understandably emotional. However, what sets her apart is her refusal to spiral. Instead, she’s already thinking about the next challenge.
“I’ve learned not to dwell too much on one match. You have to keep moving forward,” she said. “Losing sucks, especially at Wimbledon, but that’s part of the game. I’ll learn from it and be better.”
It’s a level-headed response from someone who’s had to grow up in the spotlight. Since bursting onto the scene as a 15-year-old at Wimbledon in 2019, Gauff has carried the weight of expectations with a mix of youthful fire and mature perspective. That balance has helped her navigate the pressures of top-tier tennis and remain a fan favorite.
Her attitude also speaks volumes about her evolution. This isn’t the same Coco Gauff who used to beat herself up over every loss. Now, she’s focused on growth, not perfection. “This isn’t a step back. It’s just a bump. I know what I need to work on, and I’m going to do just that.”
Fans on social media have been rallying behind her, with hashtags like #ComebackCoco and #NextTimeWimbledon trending shortly after her match. Many praised her resilience and maturity, pointing out that she’s still only 20 and already a Grand Slam champion.
As the tour heads into the North American hardcourt season, Gauff will have plenty of opportunities to bounce back—and if her mindset is anything to go by, she absolutely will.
For Coco Gauff, Wimbledon 2025 might not have ended in a fairytale, but the story is far from over. And if she has her way, the next chapter will be an even better one.
