At Just 19, American Tennis Sensation Coco Gauff Turns ‘Idol’ as New Mom Naomi Osaka Makes Deeply Emotional Daughter Confession- ‘I’d Love to Have..’

In the thrilling world of the 2023 US Open, where tennis matches light up the crowd, and emotions run high, here is a fascinating tale unfolding. One that’s not just about tennis, but about a unique bond between two incredible players: Naomi Osaka, a tennis legend with 4 Grand Slams in her bag, and Coco Gauff, an upcoming tennis sensation.

In an exclusive interview with ESPN, Osaka opened up about her admiration for Gauff. At the heart of this story lies the profound impact they have had on each other’s journeys, and the inspiring connection that has formed between them.

Naomi Osaka’s unwavering praise for Coco Gauff

During an exclusive interview with ESPN, Naomi Osaka, the former world No. 1, was asked about her thoughts on Coco Gauff, a player she shares a special bond with. A few years back, Osaka encouraged a then-15-year-old Gauff to enjoy the moment and embrace the crowd’s support, an act of sportsmanship that everyone still remembers.

Osaka also talked about how Gauff is turning into a person that she would want her newborn daughter, Shai, to look up to.

When questioned about her role in mentoring Gauff, Osaka modestly responded, “I don’t know if I’ll be bold enough to say that I mentored her, but I’m always really proud of everything she does. She seems like such a good person. Everything she’s doing and speaking out about so many different topics… it’s something I’d love to have my kid look up to as a role model. Seeing her doing well in her home Grand Slam is really cool. I cheer for her every match she plays.”

This admiration for Gauff comes just a day after her phenomenal win and subsequent entry at the US Open semi-finals.

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Coco Gauff’s thrilling journey to the US Open semi-finals

Coco Gauff’s performance at the 2023 US Open has been truly impressive. She has become a rising star and a source of inspiration for young athletes worldwide.

Recently, in her quarter-final match, Gauff faced the 20th seed, Jelena Ostapenko, a player she had battled with before. They had a history that included a previous victory by Ostapenko at the Australian Open, setting the stage for an exciting showdown. Gauff had an impressive match, winning 6-0, 6-2.

This outstanding performance not only got her a spot in the semifinals but also made her the first American teenager to reach this stage at the US Open since Serena Williams achieved it back in 2001.

As the US Open continues and Coco Gauff keeps impressing us with her talent, we can all follow Naomi Osaka’s lead and cheer for this exceptional young athlete who shows the spirit of sportsmanship and excellence.

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