Defending champion Coco Gauff faced a stern challenge during her round of 16 match at the 2025 China Open, but her impressive comeback was almost derailed by an incident that took place during the match.

The American took on Belinda Bencic, who herself has been impressive thus far in Beijing. The Swiss star defeated Gauff at Indian Wells earlier this year, and had been given an outside chance at toppling last year's champion.

The former World No.4 took the first set and seemed prepared to run away with the match. However, Gauff began to rally back as the American was rallied by the crowd and her team.

Bencic did not appear to appreciate the support going Gauff's way, as she voiced her displeasure at the crowd. During a changeover, she complained to the umpire, stating Gauff's team was d

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