WATCH: Coco Gauff’s umbrella snaps as weather conditions wreak havoc at the WTA Finals 2023

Pegula defeated Gauff 6-2, 6-1 at the WTA Finals on Saturday.

WATCH: Coco Gauff’s umbrella snaps as weather conditions wreak havoc at the WTA Finals 2023

Coco Gauff (Credits: @TheTennisLetter/X)

The weather in Cancun has been wreaking havoc on the WTA Finals 2023, and Coco Gauff‘s umbrella was the latest casualty. The teenager’s match against Jessica Pegula was delayed by an hour due to showers. It was then interrupted twice by rain in the second set. The shifting breezes also misdirected the balls, making it difficult for the players to bring their best to the court.

In one particularly bizarre moment, Gauff’s umbrella literally crumbled in her hands as she was walking off the court following a rain delay. The video of the incident is now viral on social media.

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Pegula defeated the US Open champion Gauff with a 6-2, 6-1 at the WTA Finals on Saturday and emerged victorious in a showdown of America’s favorite doubles partners on a rainy and windy evening to get to the title round. The bad weather is now a recurring theme throughout the WTA Finals, with several matches being delayed or interrupted by rain.

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The decider match between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina was recently suspended because of the rain. To keep warm, they wrapped themselves in white towels.

The anticipated semi-finals between Sabalenka and Swiatek was also halted due to rain. Swiatek led 2-1 at the time, and Sabalenka was serving at 30-all. After nearly two hours, the organizers decided to postpone all competitions until Sunday.

Coco Gauff’s debut run at the WTA Finals was exceptional

American tennis sensation Coco Gauff’s journey at the WTA Finals 2023 was a roller coaster ride of emotions and impressive performances. Her campaign began with a resounding triumph over Ons Jabeur, showcasing her dominance on the court. However, she faced a temporary setback against the formidable second seed, Iga Swiatek, who proved to be a formidable opponent.

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Coco Gauff (Credits: People Magazine)

Undeterred, Gauff bounced back with unwavering determination in her final group-stage match against Marketa Vondrousova. The match was a nail-biting encounter, with both players displaying exceptional skills.

Gauff’s resilience and strategic play ultimately led her to victory in three sets (5-7, 7-6, 6-3), securing her spot in the semi-finals. She was finally knocked out by her doubles partner Jessica Pegula in straight sets.

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