Coco Gauff vs Belinda Bencic preview, head-to-head, prediction, and pick | Australian Open 2025

Match Details

Fixture: (3) Coco Gauff vs Belinda Bencic

Date: January 19, Sunday

Tournament: Australian Open 2025

Round: Fourth Round (Round of 16)

Venue: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia

Category: Grand Slam

Surface: Hardcourt (outdoor)

Prize Money: A$96,500,000

Live Streaming: USA - ESPN, Tennis Channel | UK - Eurosport | India - Sony Sports, Sony LIV

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Coco Gauff vs Belinda Bencic preview

Coco Gauff at the 2025 Australian Open - Source: Getty

The 2025 Australian Open continues to feature thrilling matchups with Coco Gauff facing Belinda Bencic in the fourth round on Sunday, January 19.

Coco Gauff has been clinical so far in her 2025 Australian Open campaign. The American entered the fourth round after a formidable 6-4, 6-2 win against Leylah Fernandez. Yet to drop a set at the Major this year, Gauff looked unfazed and was accurate in her serve against the Canadian, with her win percentage on 1st serve being 89%.

The World No. 3 is looking to better her last year's Australian Open record when she reached the semifinals and fell short against the World No.1, Aryna Sabalenka.

Meanwhile, Belinda Bencic has made an impressive comeback in her first major tournament after the pregnancy. The Swiss got past the former World No.1 Naomi Osaka due to the latter retiring midway through the match due to injury.

The 2020 Olympic champion seems in good form, defeating the 16th seed Jelena Ostapenko 6-3, 7-6 in the first round. She has never made it past the fourth round of the Australian Open, and will be looking for the opportunity to cross the hurdle this time around.

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Coco Gauff vs Belinda Bencic Head-to-Head

Coco Gauff and Belinda Bencic have faced each other twice on the WTA Tour, with the head-to-head record currently tied at 1-1. Their most recent meeting came at the Mubadala Citi DC Open in 2023, where Gauff secured a dominant straight-set victory.

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Coco Gauff vs Belinda Bencic odds

Player	Moneyline	Handicap Bets	Total Games
Coco Gauff	TBD	TBD	TBD
Belinda Bencic	TBD	TBD	TBD

(Odds will be updated when available)

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Coco Gauff vs Belinda Bencic prediction

Belinda Bencic at the 2025 Australian Open - Source: Getty

Coco Gauff has entered the Australian Open in sensational form. She played a huge role in Team USA’s United Cup victory, defeating former World No. 1 Iga Swiatek in the finals in straight sets 6-4, 6-4. In recent times, her fearless style of mindset has significantly contributed to her success.

Gauff’s ability to dictate play with her powerful groundstrokes and excellent court coverage makes her a formidable opponent on hardcourts, as was seen in the US Open 2023. If she maintains her current level, she should be able to overpower Bencic with her athleticism and shot-making.

On the other hand, the Swiss has had consistent results in recent Grand Slams and thrives in high-pressure situations. Belinda Bencic did not have the best pre-season, as she faced losses at Adelaide International and United Cup, but she has flourished at the major. She remains one of the most tactically astute players on tour with powerful counterpunching and the ability to grab points at crucial moments, making her a dangerous opponent.

Bencic's experience and ability to adjust her game plan mid-match will be key if she wants to upset Gauff. If she finds her rhythm early and executes her counterattacking style effectively, she could cause problems for the American.

Pick: Coco Gauff to win in three sets.