‘Coco Gauff Should Be the Favorite on..’- Carlos Alcaraz’s ‘Influence’ on Tennis Draws Bold Prediction From Martina Navratilova

Coco Gauff‘s name always pops up when people talk about the players who had a breakthrough victory this year. She made a clear impression on the tennis world this year when, at the age of 19, she won her first Grand Slam championship at the US Open. But, before embarking on another season of glory, the teenage American tennis sensation recently received a boost from Martina Navratilova.

The 59-time Grand Slam champion made a bold prediction about the third-seeded tennis player’s upcoming athletic year. In addition, the former world champion enlisted Carlos Alcaraz‘s support, which might help the WTA teenager add more Grand Slam titles to her resume.

Martina Navratilova made a strong prediction for Coco Gauff

The 19-year-old tennis player did the unthinkable and achieved her first Grand Slam title this year. And after ending the year by reaching the semi-finals of the WTA Finals, it’s time for her to focus on the upcoming tennis season. Recently, Navratilova, in an interview with the WTA, talked about how she can win another major next year on the grass.

She said, “I would be surprised if she doesn’t win another major this year, and Wimbledon makes the most sense. I think it’s on grass because she’s better at the net than any of them and moves forward so well. That and her improved drop shot. I think you’ll see that across the board next year, the [Carlos] Alcaraz influence on the sport. For me, Coco should be the favorite on grass.”

Along with that, highlighted how the two-time Grand Slam champion’s growing influence on the sport can be one of the biggest reasons that Gauff might win the 2024 Wimbledon. The way Alcaraz has raised the standards of how victory can be achieved on the court, Gauff can definitely walk the same path. Followed by, she also highlighted how she can do wonders on the grass court, and after the US Open, she can target Wimbledon next.

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A few days ago, the Czech-American former tennis player revealed the obvious flaw that could prevent the 19-year-old tennis sensation from growing into the best in the world on the court. Let’s examine Navratilova’s recommendation to make some adjustments to her basics.

Navratilova points out a flaw in Coco Guaff’s basics

The 67-year-old tennis veteran gave a detailed analysis of the third-seeded tennis player’s technical game. In a candid interview, she said, “When she was trying to hit low balls with her [existing grip] the ball sometimes was bouncing before it got to the net.” Along with that, she also highlighted a crucial aspect that can elevate Gauff’s game.

The 59-time Grand Slam champion talked about making a potential adjustment to her forehand grip. In addition, also mentions the limitations of Gauff’s extreme western grip, which creates a problem while handling lowball. She suggested that with these changes in her grip, things will eventually get better for her, and she will yield great results on the court.

However, what do you think about Navratilova’s bold prediction regarding Gauff’s future? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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