Her first serve at deuce was initially called out by chair umpire Pierre Bacchi, but the world No. 3 had expected to be awarded the point after a successful challenge. However, Bacchi said that the point should be replayed, while Gauff argued that the umpire’s call had come after Plíšková had hit a return into the net.
A tense debate lasting close to five minutes ensued, during which Gauff vehemently argued that she deserved the point because of the late call and wanted to see the tournament supervisor. CNN has contacted the WTA Tour and the International Tennis Federation for comment regarding the incident.
In the end, Gauff replayed the point, then went on to win the game and the set. In the decider, she broke Pliskova at 4-3 and held off two break points the following game to claim the victory in one hour and 53 minutes.
