SYDNEY -- Coco Gauff gave Team USA the early lead over Poland after defeating Iga Swiatek 6-4, 6-4 in the United Cup final on Sunday. In a blockbuster showdown between the World No.2 and World No.3, Gauff repeated her feat from the WTA Finals Riyadh by toppling Swiatek for a second straight time.

Coco Gauff overcame second-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-4, 6-4 in the opening singles of the United Cup mixed teams tennis event and the United States went on to win the final by beating Poland 2-0.

Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz clinch victory for the United States over Poland in the United Cup final in Sydney.

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Coco Gauff secured another impressive win against Iga Swiatek at the United Cup in Sydney on Sunday. The 20-year-old American defeated the Polish player 6-4, 6-4, helping the U.S. clinch the tournament title.

Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz recorded wins over Iga Swiatek and Hubert Hurkacz respectively to seal victory for the United States over Poland in the

Tennis United Cup Winners

In a thrilling final at the United Cup in Sydney, Coco Gauff delivered a stunning 6-4, 6-4 victory over Iga Swiatek, giving Team USA a 1-0 lead over Poland. This win, marked by exceptional quality and grit,