Coco Gauff’s retooled forehand and serve abandoned her in the worst way and at the worst time at the Australian Open.

The world No. 3 missed the chance to return to the semifinal stage after an inspired performance from the former world No. 2

World No.3 Coco Gauff bowed out in the Round of 16, but the 20-year-old is confident that she is on the right track as she reworks her game and technique for the long haul.

Coco Gauff's singles Australian Open run came to an end on Tuesday following a quarterfinal defeat to Paula Badosa.

U.S. Open champion was eliminated by No. 11 Paula Badosa of Spain 7-5, 6-4. Coco Gauff's retooled forehand and serve abandoned her in the worst way and at the worst time at the Australian Open. The unforced errors just kept accumulating Tuesday,