Coco Gauff

Coco Gauff, born on March 13, 2004, in Delray Beach, Florida, is an American professional tennis player. She is known for her powerful serve, aggressive play, and tenacity on the court. Gauff began her professional career in 2018 and rapidly made a name for herself, earning several significant victories against top-ranked players.

Gauff's historical win against Venus Williams in Wimbledon 2019 brought her to the international spotlight. Gauff has shown remarkable maturity and mental toughness, often excelling in high-pressure situations.

Off the court, Gauff is recognized for her activism and influence, frequently speaking out on social issues and inspiring young people worldwide.

Early Career

• Having started playing tennis at a young age, Gauff's talent was quickly recognized, and she started her professional career in 2018.

Wimbledon 2019

• At the age of 15, Gauff made headlines by defeating Venus Williams in the first round, becoming the youngest player to win a match at Wimbledon since 1991. She reached the fourth round before being defeated by Simona Halep.

US Open 2019

• Gauff continued to impress, reaching the third round of the US Open, where she was defeated by Naomi Osaka. Despite the loss, her performance solidified her status as a rising star in the sport.

2020-2021

• Gauff continued to climb the rankings in 2020 and 2021, reaching the quarterfinals of the French Open in 2021 and winning her first WTA singles title in Linz in 2019 and her second in Parma in 2021.

United States National Team

• Gauff represented the United States in the Billie Jean King Cup in 2021, helping the team reach the finals.

• Style: Known for her aggressive play style, powerful serve, and mental toughness. Gauff has shown remarkable maturity and tenacity on the court, often thriving in high-pressure situations.

• Family: Gauff comes from an athletic family, with both of her parents having been collegiate athletes. Her father, Corey, is her primary coach.
• Activism: Gauff is known for her activism, frequently speaking out on social issues, including racial justice.

• Coco Gauff is not only celebrated for her extraordinary talent and rapid rise in professional tennis but also for her maturity, activism, and influence off the court. Her impact on the sport and her status as a role model extend beyond the court, inspiring millions of young people worldwide.

Youngest player to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon:

• At age 15 in 2019

WTA Singles Titles:

• Linz 2019, Parma 2021

Books

• Wertheim, L. J. (2020) Coco Gauff: The Newcomer. New York: HarperCollins.

Websites

• WTA: Information about Coco Gauff’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.wtatennis.com
• ESPN: Updates and articles on Gauff’s performance and records. Available at: https://www.espn.com
• Tennis Channel: Coverage and analysis of Gauff's matches. Available at: https://www.tennis.com

Articles

• BBC Sport: Coco Gauff: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/
• The Guardian: Coco Gauff’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/coco-gauff

Interviews and Documentaries

• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Coco Gauff, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.espn.com