Coco Gauff Blazes Past Rakhimova in Explosive 25-Minute Opener at China Open 2025

The China Open 2025 wasted no time delivering fireworks. In one of the most electrifying opening matches in recent memory, American sensation Coco Gauff demolished Kamilla Rakhimova in just 25 minutes, sending a thunderous message to the rest of the field: she is here to dominate.

From the very first point, Gauff played with an intensity that left the crowd in Beijing gasping. Her forehand was a cannon, her footwork relentless, and her serve impenetrable. Rakhimova, usually a gritty and composed competitor, looked overwhelmed from the start, unable to find her rhythm against the sheer pace and power coming from across the net.

“It was brutal,” said one commentator. “This wasn’t just a win — it was a statement.”

Indeed, Gauff never took her foot off the pedal. She broke serve three times in lightning succession, rattling off winners with a ferocity rarely seen in an opening-round contest. By the time the scoreboard flashed the final game, spectators could hardly believe they had witnessed an entire professional match in under half an hour.

But the victory wasn’t without controversy. Midway through the match, cameras appeared to catch a tense exchange between the two players. While details remain unclear, Gauff herself hinted at the incident afterward in her post-match interview. With a mix of humor and disbelief, she remarked, “Let’s just say I saw something I didn’t expect across the net. Damn, it fired me up even more.”

The cryptic comment instantly set the tennis world ablaze. Social media erupted with speculation, hashtags like #ChinaOpenDrama and #CocoCrush trending within minutes. Some fans praised Gauff’s composure in the face of provocation, while others debated whether Rakhimova had crossed a line in a moment of frustration.

For Gauff, however, the controversy seemed secondary to her performance. “I just focused on my game,” she explained. “When I’m in the zone, nothing can distract me. I feel strong, I feel confident, and I’m excited for what’s ahead this week.”

Analysts noted that this version of Gauff — ruthless, composed, and unstoppable — is precisely the player her fans have been waiting to see consistently. After winning her first Grand Slam title, she has matured into a fierce competitor who combines athletic brilliance with mental toughness.

As for Rakhimova, the quick defeat and the shadow of the on-court incident leave questions about how she will respond in the coming weeks. She has shown flashes of potential in past tournaments, but against Gauff in Beijing, she simply looked outclassed.

With this blistering victory, Coco Gauff has set the China Open ablaze. If her first match was any indication, fans can expect not just wins, but fireworks, drama, and the unmistakable presence of a superstar ready to own 2025.