17:48
Gauff is looking forward to the challenge
Coco Gauff not only plays against a confident Lois Boisson, but also against an audience that will be almost exclusively on the French outsider’s side. According to his own statement, the 21-year-old has no problem. “I played against Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani in Rome. I played here against Caroline Garcia and Kristina Mladenovic. So I have some experience in playing against an audience that may not be cheering on. That is something I am looking forward to,” said Gauff in the run -up to the game.
17:44
Boisson wants more
A year ago, the Lois Boisson career was still on the silk thread after a cruciate ligament tear, now she really wants to start. “My dream is to win the tournament, not to be in the semi -finals,” said number 361 of the world rankings in front of the duel with Gauff with confidently clear and added: “I feel comfortable here. I am super happy to be here, and I hope that it will continue as long as possible.”
17:40
Gauff is aiming for her second Paris final
With Coco Gauff, Boisson is now facing another caliber. The world ranking second has already had a major title in its luggage since the US Open 2023 and was already in the final in Roland Garros 2022. On the way to a possible third Grand Slam final, the American has not burned much. After four smooth two -set victories, Gauff lost the first sentence in the quarterfinals against compatriot Madison Keys, but then only granted her five games.
17:32
Does the French fairy tale continue?
The incredible run of the Lois Boisson is already the story of the tournament. With her very first Grand Slam, the 22-year-old immediately pushed into the semi-finals and has already cleared two top ten players. First, the French defeated Jessica Pegula from the United States in three sets, then number six Mirra Andreeva had to give up in two sets. With her fighting spirit and her massive forehand, which she uses at every occasion, Boisson has long since played into the hearts of home fans.
17:31
Welcome
Hello and welcome to the second semi -finals of the women at the French Open in Paris! Coco Gauff from the USA is dealing with the French woman Lois Boisson on the Court Philippe chat.