Coco Gauff has taken notice of the dominance of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s game, acknowledging the significant gap between the top duo and the rest of the field. The two-time Grand Slam champion shared her thoughts on the matter during a post-match press conference at the Australian Open.
Gauff was asked about the disparity between the men’s and women’s rankings, where Alcaraz and Sinner have consistently outperformed their peers, whereas the women’s game remains highly competitive. The American tennis player noted that the women’s rankings are closely contested, citing her own recent swap with Amanda Anisimova in the rankings ladder.
According to Gauff, the men’s game is currently led by Alcaraz and Sinner, who have been winning “basically everything.” She praised their dominance but also expressed her belief that other players could potentially disrupt their rhythm. Gauff stated that the women’s game is “very close” and that she does not foresee a significant change in this dynamic anytime soon.
Gauff and Alcaraz recently began their Australian Open campaigns with convincing straight-sets wins. Gauff defeated Kamila Rakhimova 6-2, 6-3, while Alcaraz overcame Adam Walton 6-3, 7-6(2), 6-2. Jannik Sinner, the reigning champion, is set to start his title defense against Hugo Gaston on Tuesday, aiming for a third consecutive title at the tournament.
The Australian Open has kicked off with promising starts from top players, and the competition is expected to intensify as the tournament progresses. With Gauff and Alcaraz showing strong form, and Sinner seeking to defend his title, the stage is set for an exciting event. The women’s game, meanwhile, is likely to remain closely contested, with several players vying for the top spots in the rankings.
