Coco Gauff races past Jodie Burrage at Eastbourne to reach quarter-finals of Wimbledon warm-up event
Coco Gauff is through to the quarter-finals of the Eastbourne International after a comprehensive 6-1 6-1 win over Britain's Jodie Burrage.
Gauff, who is bidding to win her first Grand Slam title at the upcoming Wimbledon, was pleased with her display against the Brit, who reached the Nottingham Open final less than two weeks ago.
Ad Next up for the 19-year-old in the last eight is a meeting with good friend and regular doubles partner Jessica Pegula after she beat Camila Osorio 6-2 1-6 6-3.
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