Jessica Pegula explains why Coco Gauff’s ‘mini meltdown’ didn’t happen in locker room‎

Jessica Pegula offered a clear explanation of why Coco Gauff’s recent racquet-smashing incident at the Australian Open didn’t unfold in the locker room, drawing on her own experiences and the unique context of the moment. Gauff endured a tough quarterfinal loss at the Australian Open 2026, but it was what happened immediately afterward that captured global attention and sparked conversation about athlete privacy at major tournaments.