SEPTEMBER 2023 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Coco Gauff

Coco Gauff

Tennis

In 2023, Cori “Coco” Gauff, the young American tennis sensation, left an indelible mark on the tennis world.

The pinnacle of Gauff’s 2023 achievements was her remarkable victory at the US Open, one of tennis’ most prestigious events. In an epic showdown, she defeated world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka in three thrilling sets, securing her first major singles title. This triumph not only made her a Grand Slam champion but also marked her as the first American teenager to win the US Open since Serena Williams in 1999.

As a tennis player, Gauff’s idols are Serena and Venus Williams, and she’s had the opportunity to meet and play against them, fulfilling a lifelong dream.

In 2023, Coco Gauff’s incredible achievements not only made her a tennis sensation but also a role model for aspiring athletes worldwide. Her journey from a rising star to a Grand Slam champion is a testament to her dedication and talent, and we can only anticipate more greatness in her future.

SEPTEMBER 2023 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Coco
Gauff

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"Regarding the pressure, I learned in my life that you just have to accept it, you can’t ignore it. It’s going to be there. You feel it. Everybody else feels it for you. So instead of trying to say, ‘I’m not nervous,’ I’m saying, ‘I am nervous, I do feel pressure, I do feel this.’ Now once you acknowledge a problem, you can solve it.”

Coco Gauff

Tennis

In 2023, Cori “Coco” Gauff, the young American tennis sensation, left an indelible mark on the tennis world.

The pinnacle of Gauff’s 2023 achievements was her remarkable victory at the US Open, one of tennis’ most prestigious events. In an epic showdown, she defeated world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka in three thrilling sets, securing her first major singles title. This triumph not only made her a Grand Slam champion but also marked her as the first American teenager to win the US Open since Serena Williams in 1999.

As a tennis player, Gauff’s idols are Serena and Venus Williams, and she’s had the opportunity to meet and play against them, fulfilling a lifelong dream.

In 2023, Coco Gauff’s incredible achievements not only made her a tennis sensation but also a role model for aspiring athletes worldwide. Her journey from a rising star to a Grand Slam champion is a testament to her dedication and talent, and we can only anticipate more greatness in her future.

"Regarding the pressure, I learned in my life that you just have to accept it, you can’t ignore it. It’s going to be there. You feel it. Everybody else feels it for you. So instead of trying to say, ‘I’m not nervous,’ I’m saying, ‘I am nervous, I do feel pressure, I do feel this.’ Now once you acknowledge a problem, you can solve it.”

Coco Gauff

Featured Articles About Coco