Years after Adding New Dimension to Andre Agassi, Legendary Coach Reveals How He Instilled Similar Game to 19-Year-Old Coco Gauff

In the whirlwind world of professional tennis, where stars rise and fade in the blink of an eye, Coco Gauff has illuminated the stage at this week’s Citi Open with the radiance of a seasoned champion. Amidst a field of talented players, it’s the 19-year-old prodigy who’s captured the hearts and headlines.

Her on-court charisma, coupled with the elegance of her racket skills, has propelled her into the spotlight. However, a vital catalyst in this transformation has been the strategic collaboration with the legendary Brad Gilbert.

Andre Agassi’s Coach’s winning strategy of powering up Coco Gauff’s return game

Gauff’s remarkable Citi Open victory is thanks in no small part to her partnership with Brad Gilbert. It’s a winning combo that has boosted her performance and led to a string of wins. Before this, her best achievement was reaching the semi-finals at the 2023 Qatar Open. Clearly, the magic of their collaboration is making a big difference.

One of the most striking aspects of Gilbert’s impact has been his infusion of Andre Agassi’s formidable return game into Gauff’s repertoire. It’s a strategy that’s already yielding dividends. Notably, Gauff has been positioned eight feet farther back while returning serves, lending her a strategic edge. This adjustment has been instrumental in making her more aggressive when serving.

Gilbert’s philosophy is straightforward, “The game is simple: If you can break and you hold [serve] more than your opponent, you win,” Gilbert said. “She made some big changes on the fly last week that I implemented. It’s made a huge difference. She was making a ton of returns. This principle is at the heart of their approach, focusing on the details, controlling what’s in their hands, and aiming for victory. It’s all about mastering the small things, making them count in the present,” he further added. “I concentrate on the little things. It’s doing things she can control at the moment,” Gilbert added, as reported by WTA.

Coco Gauff mastering the details and making a difference with Gilbert’s formula for success

After a premature exit from Wimbledon, Gauff sought to reinvigorate her coaching team, assembling a dream duo with Brad Gilbert providing consultancy expertise and Pere Riba as her primary coach. Gilbert’s distinguished resume boasts mentoring tennis icons such as Andre Agassi, Andy Murray, and Andy Roddick.

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In the coming weeks, all eyes will be on Coco Gauff as she continues to grow and compete at U.S. Open, not just as a tennis player, but as a powerhouse on the court, guided by the experienced Brad Gilbert.

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