Andreeva vs. Gauff: Preview, How to Watch, Odds

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Mirra Andreeva and Coco Gauff are set to face off for the sixth time in their careers, with a coveted spot in the US Open semi-finals on the line.

Location	Arthur Ashe Stadium
Date	Wednesday, September 9
Start Time	12:40 PM ET
TV Channel	ESPN

The US Open women's quarter-final lineup will be finalized on Wednesday, September 9, in a tournament that has seen the top seeds live up to expectations. Among them is Coco Gauff, the 2023 champion in New York, who is looking to reclaim the title after Aryna Sabalenka's back-to-back victories. Standing in her way is the formidable Mirra Andreeva, with their highly anticipated match scheduled to begin at 12:40 PM ET.

Head-to-Head History: Gauff vs. Andreeva

Coco Gauff has been Mirra Andreeva's kryptonite on the tour. In their five previous encounters, the American has emerged victorious every time, most recently at the Italian Open this past May. Their rivalry has played out on the biggest stages between 2023 and 2025, with matches in Paris, New York, and Madrid.

Despite the one-sided record, the two are neck-and-neck in the world rankings. Gauff currently sits at world number four, with Andreeva just one spot behind her at a career-high number five.

Andreeva's Path to the Quarterfinals

Mirra Andreeva is enjoying a stellar 2026 season, highlighted by a breakthrough victory at the French Open, where she defeated Maja Chwalińska in the final. The 19-year-old Russian prodigy has also secured titles in Adelaide and Linz this year. Now, she aims to conquer the "Big Apple," fully aware of the stiff competition ahead.

Andreeva's journey to the quarter-finals has been impressive. She navigated past Janice Tjen, Eva Lys, and Nikola Bartunkova before staging a remarkable comeback victory against Anastasiya Potapova. While her performance wasn't flawless, it was enough to secure her first-ever appearance in the US Open quarterfinals.

Gauff's Flawless Run

In contrast, Coco Gauff has been untouchable in the tournament so far. The 22-year-old from Delray Beach has not dropped a single set, dispatching Zeynep Sonmez, Paula Badosa, Cristina Bucsa, and fellow American Iva Jovic in straight sets.

Her season has been marked by strong performances, including a semi-final run at Wimbledon and a significant triumph at the Cincinnati Open, where she claimed her fourth WTA 1000 title by defeating Jessica Pegula. After reaching finals in Miami and Rome, Gauff arrives in New York with renewed confidence and championship ambitions.