‘Coming Back From the Death’- Coco Gauff’s China Open Redemption Leaves WTA Coach Stunned as She Goes Gaga Over Her Comeback

Coco Gauff turned the tide of her career with her recent win in China. However, more than Gauff herself, the tennis fraternity seemed overjoyed with her return. Alongside her colleagues like Ben Shelton and veteran coach Rick Macci, another person came forward to show her admiration for the WTA star. As she reflected on Gauff’s performance, her words echoed the widespread appreciation for Gauff’s resilience.

Serena Williams’ former coach, Rennae Stubbs, had nothing but praise for Coco Gauff. The World No. 4 won her second singles title of the season at the 2024 China Open. Despite issues with her serve, Gauff battled hard to secure the title in Beijing. Given her struggles with her serve, forehand, and double faults after Auckland, many believed she might find redemption at the Paris Olympics. However, things didn’t go as planned, and Gauff’s second singles title came in China after her failure to defend her title at the 2024 US Open. Nonetheless, Gauff’s success resonated deeply with the tennis community.

“Good for Coco Gauff. What an effort! She was coming back from a death in almost every match this week. And she showed why we love her because, look, there’s still the double faults going on. She was still double-faulting, and it’s clearly a process still going on. I see her looking at her grip every time she goes to serve now, and maybe they are working on it; I don’t know; I haven’t had that conversation with her.”

Stubbs continued in her conversation with Eliza Wastcoat, “But just the fact that there are times when she wasn’t playing great, but she finds a way because she doesn’t quit. Just because she isn’t playing her best doesn’t mean you can still come and win the match, and she proved that in the semifinals.”

The WTA coach’s statement on the Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast highlighted how Gauff has proven her skill despite struggling with her weaknesses. It proves that she has the spirit that makes her an incredible player and a favorite choice for many stalwarts in the sport. Along with Stubbs, Serena Williams’ childhood coach also voiced his support for Gauff. Reflecting on her recent win, Macci predicted big things for the World No. 4.

Rick Macci called Coco Gauff the future No. 1

Gauff’s victory in Beijing delighted the tennis world. Why? Few believed in her ability to win a singles title after several technical flaws in her game. Now that Gauff has done it, her biggest supporter in the fraternity, Rick Macci, returned, predicting a great future for the player. “Backbone is as solid as her Backband. She is THE ELITE athlete on tour. Olympic sprinter with a stick and cat like reflexes. 20 years old and even with a few wobbles in her forehand and serve, I have ZERO DOUBT she will be number one and have the game to stay there.@CocoGauff,” Macci tweeted, expressing his faith in the player.

Rennae Stubbs and Rick Macci highlight why Coco Gauff is a celebrated athlete despite criticisms regarding her serve and forehand. The American player has proven that her spirit transcends any shortcomings. If Gauff continues to pursue her dreams with such resilience and determination, who knows? She might return home with another Asian title.