Coco Gauff and Paula Badosa are set to face off in a highly anticipated second-round match at the US Open. Here are the key details for this exciting encounter.
Match | Coco Gauff vs. Paula Badosa |
Competition | |
Round | Second Round |
Date | Thursday, September 3, 2026 |
Start Time | ~7:00 PM ET |
Location | Arthur Ashe Stadium |
TV Channel | ESPN |
Not long ago, a clash between these two players would have been expected in the quarterfinals or later stages of a major tournament. However, Paula Badosa has been navigating a challenging period in her career. While she has shown signs of improvement this season, a strong performance at a Grand Slam could be the final piece of the puzzle. It's worth noting that Badosa defeated Coco Gauff just a couple of months ago in the second round on the grass courts of Berlin, winning in three sets.
Despite that recent loss, Gauff arrives at Flushing Meadows in formidable form. Since Wimbledon, she has been on a tear, reaching the semifinals in Toronto—where she was only stopped by world number one contender Elena Rybakina—and capturing the WTA 1000 title in Cincinnati by defeating fellow American Jessica Pegula in the final. This recent victory establishes her as one of the top contenders for the US Open crown.
Gauff vs. Badosa Head-to-Head Wins
Gauff Wins | Matches | Badosa Wins |
3 | 8 | 5 |
How to Watch Coco Gauff vs. Paula Badosa
The US Open second round match between Gauff and Badosa will broadcast live on ESPN.
Fans can also stream the match on the ESPN App, and Fubo.
Gauff vs. Badosa Betting Odds
Moneyline
Coco Gauff | -800 |
Paula Badosa | +500 |
Spread
Coco Gauff | -5.5 | -120 |
Paula Badosa | +5.5 | -120 |
All odds written in this article were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change.
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