Gauff resolves the first-round scare

How close Kamila Rakhimova was tonight to taking Cori Gauff to a third set in her first match at Indian Wells 2026. The American managed to fend off set two at the last moment, but a combination of her opponent's concessions and skill prevented us from witnessing that showdown. A corrected win for Coco to notch up her first victory this week (6-3, 7-6). Given that this tour has not been her forte, we hope that Gauff can achieve the result she longs for in one of the seasons to come. For now, Eala or Yastremska will be her opponents in the next round. The temperature is rising.

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