Today we’re talking about the talented and tenacious Coco Gauff. At just 19 years old, Coco has taken the tennis world by storm with her impressive singles career and remarkable success in doubles with partner Jessica Pegula.
Let’s start with her singles career. Coco burst onto the scene in 2019, shocking the world with her incredible run at Wimbledon. There, she became the youngest player in the Open Era to qualify for the main draw. She then went on to defeat her idol, Venus Williams, in the first round before eventually falling to eventual champion Simona Halep in the fourth round. But Coco’s star was just beginning to rise.
Since then, Coco has continued to make a name for herself on the singles circuit. Coco already claimed three WTA singles titles. She’s also made her way into both the quarterfinals and semifinals on multiple occasions! Further solidifying her place as one of the brightest rising young talents in the sport.
As Coco continues to grow and develop as a player, there’s no doubt that she’ll continue to make a name for herself. She’s already proven that she has the talent and the drive to compete at the highest levels of the sport. With her strong work ethic and unwavering determination, the sky is truly the limit for this rising star.
Coco Gauff Doubles Career
But, Coco isn’t just skilled at singles! Her greatest success is in doubles. Coco Gauff is currently ranked world number one in women’s Tennis doubles alongside partner Jessica Pegula. Together, they’ve won eight doubles titles!
Surprisingly the dynamic duo faced a disappointing loss at the Madrid Open. The pair lost in two sets in the finals against Azarenka and Haddad Maia. Despite their disappointing performance, we know they’ll make a comeback in Rome at the Italian Open!
Coco initially began playing doubles to improve her singles game. Doubles games tend to be faster and require players to respond quicker, so training doubles is sure to improve singles performance. However, after seeing so much success in doubles, we don’t imagine she’ll be quitting anytime soon!
What makes Coco and Jessica such a formidable doubles team is their complementary playing styles. Coco’s speed and agility on the court pairs perfectly with Jessica’s powerful groundstrokes and strong net game. They’re able to anticipate each other’s moves and communicate effectively, making them a force to be reckoned with on any surface.
But it’s not just their skills that make them such a great team. Coco and Jessica also have a close friendship off the court! Their friendship translates into a strong sense of trust and support on the court. They’re able to rely on each other in high-pressure situations, and that’s what’s helped them to achieve so much success in such a short amount of time.
So, whether she’s dominating on the singles court or tearing it up in doubles with Jessica, one thing is for sure, Coco Gauff is just getting started! We can’t wait to see what she’ll achieve next.
