'It will be a great challenge' - Caroline Garcia 'super excited' to play Coco Gauff in quarter-finals of US Open

The in form Caroline Garcia admits facing home favourite Coco Gauff in the quarter-final of the US Open will be a “great challenge” – but ultimately, it’s one she’s embracing. The No.17 Garcia has won her last 12 games, defeating Alison Riske-Amritraj 6-4 6-1 to set up a mouth-watering last-eight clash with Gauff, who saw off Zhang Shaui 7-5 7-5. Ad Not only will she have to deal with a formidable opponent in Gauff, who Eurosport’s Mats Wilander has described as the “total package”, Garcia will also have to hold her nerve in front of a raucous crowd that will be firmly behind the American teenager.

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“But, yeah, it's a great match to play, quarter-final of a slam is a battle, is a challenge, and I will get myself ready for it. 'Below the belt' — John McEnroe questions Iga Swiatek's distraction tactic against Lauren Davis McEnroe — Serena Williams' legacy will improve inclusivity in tennis for decades to come “She's aggressive but maybe from a little bit farther than I am. Big serve, huge serve, very powerful.

Moving great. Very athletic. “She's playing great in doubles, as well.

She knows how to volley, knows how to move forward covering the court. It's definitely a great challenge for me.” Asked how she will handle the atmosphere on Arthur Ashe Stadium, Garcia seemed unfazed. “I never played on Ashe a big American player, so definitely going to