At the Wimbledon 2024 pre-Championship press conference, Coco Gauff discussed the significance of her experiences on the court and the impact they have on people. She shared a heartfelt story about connecting with a fan and expressed her disdain for negative online commentators.
Reflecting on her growth since a challenging loss the previous year, Gauff acknowledged how the experience motivated her to improve. Her parents’ adjustment to life on tour was also addressed, as they had to learn to manage fan requests.
Throughout the press conference, Gauff maintained a positive attitude, emphasizing the importance of focusing on her game and the joy she finds in the sport.
Coco Gauff in 2024
Ranked no.2 (career-high), Gauff played her last match on the 23rd of June when she was overcome by world no.5 Jessica Pegula 7-5 7-6(2) in the semifinal in Berlin (draw).
Currently, during this season Gauff has achieved a composed 32-10 match record. The American has won 1 title in Auckland.