It has always been my dream to be a mother,” said Coco Gauff, 20 years old, as she was overjoyed and left in tears while welcoming her first baby with her boyfriend.
Florida native, Coco Gauff, known for her powerful strokes and infectious smile, delivered a different kind of ace this week. The 20-year-old tennis phenom and her boyfriend recently welcomed their first child, leaving Gauff “overjoyed and in tears,” according to a statement released by her agent.
News of the baby sent shockwaves through the tennis world. Gauff, who rocketed to fame at 15 with a stunning upset victory over Venus Williams at Wimbledon, has always been vocal about her future tennis aspirations. However, the surprise arrival of her child adds a new chapter to Gauff’s story, leaving fans to speculate on how motherhood will impact her rising tennis career.
The statement from Gauff’s agent assures fans that “Coco is healthy and excited to embrace this new chapter in her life. She will be taking a temporary leave from the court to focus on her family, but intends to return to competition as soon as she feels ready.”
While details surrounding the baby’s name and gender remain private, congratulatory messages have already begun pouring in for the young family. The tennis world eagerly awaits Gauff’s return to the court, but for now, all eyes are on the new champion: baby Gauff.