Coco Gauff, the rising tennis star, marked her 20th birthday in style with a thrilling victory at the prestigious Indian Wells tournament, accompanied by heartwarming celebrations with her mother. The young athlete’s triumph on the court was not only a testament to her skill and determination but also a special moment shared with her closest supporter – her mother.
Gauff’s performance at Indian Wells captivated tennis enthusiasts worldwide as she showcased her exceptional talent and resilience. With each powerful stroke and strategic move, she displayed a maturity beyond her years, securing her place as one of the most promising talents in the sport.
The victory was made even sweeter as it coincided with Gauff’s milestone birthday, a momentous occasion that she celebrated alongside her mother, Candi Gauff. Their bond, both on and off the court, has been integral to Coco’s success, with Candi serving as not only a coach but also a source of unwavering encouragement and love.
UN REGALO DI COMPLEANNO 🎁
Coco Gauff e mamma festeggiano i suoi 20 anni conquistando i quarti di finale di Indian Wells ✌🏽👌🏽
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— We Are Tennis Italia (@WeAreTennisITA) March 14, 2024
Gauff in Indian Wells, ranking, and results in 2024
LWWLWLWWLW Ranked world no.3 (career-high), Coco achieved a 15-3 match record in 2024. The American is playing in Indian Wells where she defeated the world no.47 Clara Burel 2-6 6-3 7-64, the world no.53 Lucia Bronzetti 6-2 7-65 and the world no.28 Elise Mertens 6-0 6-2.
Coco Gauff will take on the world no.49 Yue Yuan in the quarter on Thursday at 3:00 pm on STADIUM 2. They have never competed against each other as of now in top events.
The American has won 1 title in 2024 in Auckland.
Gauff won 7 titles in her career: 5 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts and 1 on indoor courts. (See the list of her titles)
