Hometown: Delray Beach, FL
Age Started Playing Tennis: Six
Grand Slam Experience:
- Most Recent: 2024 Australian Open (semi-finals)
- Years of Participation: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- Grand Slam Titles: 1 (2023 – U.S. Open)
- Finals Appearances: 2023 – U.S. Open, 2022 – French Open
Career Highlights:
- Current WTA Singles Ranking (as of January 29, 2024): 3
- Former WTA Doubles World No. 1: Reached No. 1 ranking on August 15, 2022
- Current WTA Doubles Ranking (as of January 29, 2024): T7
- First WTA Singles Title: 2019 Linz Open at age 15, the youngest singles title-holder on the WTA Tour since 2004
Notable Achievements:
- Reigning U.S. Open Champion
- Ranked No. 2 in the World in Singles (as of 2024)
- Memorable Wimbledon Debut in 2019
Despite being just 20 years old, Coco Gauff has firmly established herself as one of tennis’s brightest stars. Her journey began in her hometown of Delray Beach, FL, where she picked up a racket at the age of six. Since then, her rise has been meteoric, marked by remarkable achievements and a rapidly growing fanbase.
Grand Slam Journey and Titles
Gauff’s Grand Slam journey has been impressive, with her most recent highlight being a semi-final appearance at the 2024 Australian Open. Over the years, she has consistently competed in major tournaments since 2018, making her mark with numerous deep runs. Her crowning achievement came in 2023 when she clinched her first Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open, a testament to her exceptional talent and determination. In addition to this victory, she reached the finals of the U.S. Open in 2023 and the French Open in 2022, showcasing her versatility across different surfaces.
Career Milestones
Coco Gauff’s current WTA singles ranking of No. 3 (as of January 29, 2024) reflects her standing among the elite players in the world. Her prowess isn’t limited to singles, as she reached the pinnacle of the WTA doubles rankings on August 15, 2022, and is currently ranked T7. Gauff’s first major breakthrough came in 2019 when she won her first WTA singles title at the Linz Open at just 15 years old, making her the youngest singles title-holder on the WTA Tour since 2004.
Olympic Aspirations and Dual Threat
Gauff is not just a singles sensation; her skills in doubles are equally formidable. She will be competing in doubles at the Paris Olympics alongside frequent partner Jessica Pegula and has expressed interest in participating in the mixed doubles draw, potentially with her longtime friend Chris Eubanks. Notably, Gauff is a former top-ranked doubles player and, in June, she won the French Open doubles title at Roland Garros with Katerina Siniakova, the defending doubles gold medalist. The same venue will host the Olympic tennis competition, adding an element of familiarity and confidence for Gauff.
Olympic Dream
Coco Gauff was the first woman to secure her spot on the 2024 U.S. Olympic tennis team, a significant milestone after being forced to withdraw from the Tokyo Olympics due to a positive COVID-19 test. Her resilience and determination are evident as she sets her sights on winning an Olympic medal in Paris. Whether in singles, doubles, or mixed doubles, Gauff’s goal remains clear: to stand on the podium and bring glory to her country.
In January, Gauff shared with reporters that winning a medal at the Olympics is one of her top goals for the year. With her current form and indomitable spirit, Coco Gauff is poised to be a key contender and a source of inspiration for aspiring athletes worldwide as she competes on one of the biggest stages in sports.
