Young tennis star Coco Gauff suffered a disappointing defeat at the 2024 Qatar Open, losing in the first round to unseeded Katerina Siniakova. Prior to this loss, the 19-year-old had been on a winning streak, securing her seventh WTA title at the ASB Classic in Auckland and achieving victories in 12 consecutive matches in Grand Slam main draws. However, her impressive run came to an end when she was defeated by Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals of the 2024 Australian Open.
Despite the setback at the Qatar Open, Gauff took to Instagram to share her positive experience in the Qatar desert with her mother and her boyfriend. While she has not revealed her boyfriend’s identity, Gauff has been open about their relationship. When asked about her love life during an interview, Gauff playfully responded, “It’s lifing,” indicating that things are going well.
Recently, Gauff showcased a special necklace that her boyfriend gave her as a memento. She explained that the necklace holds sentimental value to her, as it was given to her after she won the US Open. Gauff decided to replace her previous locket necklace with the infinity necklace because she wanted to wear something that holds meaning for her.
In a pre-tournament interview, Gauff expressed feeling refreshed after taking some time off and spending time with her boyfriend following the Australian Open. Despite the loss at the Qatar Open, Gauff remains optimistic and focused on her future in tennis.
Gauff Opens Up About Support from Boyfriend
In an exclusive interview, rising tennis star Coco Gauff revealed the secret behind her recent success: the unwavering support of her boyfriend. Gauff, who made headlines with her impressive performance at the 2023 U.S. Open, credits her boyfriend for helping her maintain the right mindset before her championship match.
Reflecting on her previous loss at the 2022 French Open finals, Gauff admitted that she had put too much pressure on herself. “I was envisioning, you know, what would happen if I would win, and I think I was wanting it too much,” she confessed. Determined not to repeat the same mistake, Gauff turned to her boyfriend for comfort and guidance during the 2023 U.S. Open.
“I just called my boyfriend, and I told him ‘Let’s talk until it was time to go to sleep,'” Gauff revealed. The couple engaged in a lengthy conversation that lasted until 1:00 a.m., allowing Gauff to find solace and peace before the big match.
Gauff’s boyfriend has been a constant source of support throughout her tennis journey. Following her first Grand Slam win at the 2023 U.S. Open, Gauff expressed her gratitude towards her boyfriend for helping her stay focused and mentally prepared.
When asked about her recent break from the sport, Gauff shared, “I would say that the first night I was still thinking about the things that went on in that match. You know, I felt like it was decided by a couple of points.” However, she quickly found solace in spending time with her boyfriend, who had come to visit her. The couple enjoyed quality time together and even had the luxury of practicing on the court they had built at Gauff’s home.
Gauff’s return to the practice court left her feeling refreshed and prepared for future challenges. “It felt good to just be at home. We’ve built a court at my house, so practicing is always very easygoing than at tournaments. Yeah, I feel really refreshed,” she shared with a smile.
With the unwavering support of her boyfriend by her side, Gauff is ready to conquer the tennis world and continue her remarkable journey. Stay tuned for more updates on this rising star.
Michaela Kluska, Tennis Correspondent
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