Gauff dares to dream after "breakthrough" Wimbledon run

Coco Gauff has achieved a significant milestone at Wimbledon, reaching the semi-finals for the first time in her career. The American world number seven described the achievement as a "breakthrough" on grass, a surface that had previously presented a challenge.

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It feels really special considering the results I've had of late and just especially on this surface.

Despite being the highest seed remaining in the women's draw, Gauff had never progressed beyond the fourth round at the All England Club. This success is particularly notable given her past performances at Wimbledon and her status as a Grand Slam champion elsewhere. "It feels really special considering the results I've had of late and just especially on this surface," Gauff said after her quarter-final victory over Jessica Pegula.

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Obviously I'm not satisfied. I want to go all the way.

While acknowledging the accomplishment, Gauff remains focused on winning the title. "Obviously I'm not satisfied. I want to go all the way," she stated. She admitted that reaching this stage would have seemed unlikely just a week prior, especially after recent early exits. "If you asked me seven days ago, the answer would have been no. Honestly, I was writing it off a little bit."

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If you asked me seven days ago, the answer would have been no. Honestly, I was writing it off a little bit.

Gauff believes she has overcome previous doubts about her game's suitability for grass. "I think just trusting myself, trusting that my groundstrokes are good enough to be with anyone on this surface," she explained. She will now face Karolina Muchova for a place in the final, with the hope of seeing her name on the champions wall.

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I think just trusting myself, trusting that my groundstrokes are good enough to be with anyone on this surface.