After Registering Landmark $23 Million Record, Coco Gauff Bestowed With Hometown Honor as She Takes Up Grand Marshal Role

After giving hope to American tennis, Coco Gauff is ready to stand on top. This year has been great for the 19-year-old American tennis star; she won her first Grand Slam title and made her place in the top 5 WTA players. Fortunately, since she is a Delray Beach resident and has boosted her city’s reputation globally, she is prepared to assume the role of hometown hero.

The hometown hero will now be seen carrying a new role in this year’s Delray Beach Holiday Parade. However, after making a place for herself among the highest-paid female athletes, it’s time for her to lead the holiday parade, adding another charm to her off-court achievement.

Coco Gauff to lead the holiday parade

The third-ranked tennis player is never out of tennis news. This year, whether it be her on-court activities or off-court work, she has been in the buzz. After having a memorable 2023 tennis season, the citizens of Delray Beach are ready to make this holiday season even more memorable as Gauff is ready to be honored with a ‘hometown hero.’

According to CBS 12 news, the 19-year-old American tennis player will be a part of the holiday parade that takes place in the city. As someone who has kept tennis hopes alive for the whole of America, she will lead the parade featuring more than 70 floats, marching bands, dance teams, and walking groups.

She will be seen as the Grand Marshal, who will lead the parade, as someone who has made her home and her city the happiest. Delray Beach Mayor Shelly Petrolia also praised the teenage sensation for her amazing effort on and off the tennis court. He said, “Coco has captured the hearts of tennis enthusiasts worldwide with her remarkable talent, determination, and sportsmanship, and we here at home could not be happier, or prouder.”

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Apart from showing remarkable tennis skills, just a few days ago, the 2023 US Open champion achieved an unbelievable milestone as she booked a spot for herself among the highest-paid female athletes of the year.

Gauff shines in the highest-paid female athletes list

The list of Sportico’s highest-paid female athletes of the year is out, and this time it’s not Serena Williams or Naomi Osaka who have topped the list. With an estimated earnings of $23 million, the 19-year-old has taken the new number one spot, leaving Iga Swiatek and Eileen Gu behind.

After capturing her first Grand Slam title this year, she received an amazing bonus from her sponsor partners, including New Balance and Head. In addition, the third-ranked tennis player retrieved her contract with the shoe company last year and made it one of the richest deals in the women’s game that carries an extension of more than 5 years, making her the only active tennis player who has her signature tennis sneakers.

Nevertheless, what are your thoughts on Gauff being called the hometown hero? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.

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