After presenting an amazing performance at the ASB Classic, Coco Gauff is now on a run to her second grand slam title. While everyone is surprised to see the amazing confidence level that the rising star presents, she recently hinted it towards men of honor from history.
Coco Gauff’s enthusiasm is now becoming a point of motivation for the young players. As every other fan was curious to find out who she seeks her motivation from, she recently credited a name from America’s history books.
Coco Gauff reveals his one of the many sources of motivation
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American tennis sensation Coco Gauff is shining brightly, right from the start of this season. Amid the run for the Australian Open title, Gauff took a moment to honor the legendary Martin Luther King Jr. by sharing a powerful image on her Instagram story. Along with the picture, she also captioned the story, “because of them we can.”
Líder contra el racismo: a los 16 años, Coco Gauff tomó el micrófono en una protesta y citó a Martin Luther King https://t.co/4by3fsDvok pic.twitter.com/MXavHPYJQW
— LA NACION (@LANACION) June 4, 2020
The young tennis star’s post captivated the attention of fans, as she spread the teachings of people who paved the way for a better today. While Gauff’s personality has been more than just her skills on the court, her thoughtful reflections on social matters have always been of great value.
Now that the tennis star has won her opening match against a Slovakian opponent, she will be facing her compatriot Caroline Dolehide in the second round of the prestigious event. As Gauff shared this story, it goes into the list of moments when she expressed her thoughts for these legendary figures.
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Gauff thanks Martin Luther King Jr.
This wasn’t the first time when Coco Gauff expressed her grateful thoughts for Martin Luther King Jr. The tennis star has been consistent in expressing her grateful thoughts for the legend, giving fans a knack for the great deeds that he performed.
Back in the days when Gauff was looking for a mark to build her recognition, she shared another picture of the American legend. Along with the picture, she used her position to thank the great deeds that he performed, saying, “We still have a long way to go but because of you I have a chance to be something great, thank you for everything.”
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As the 19-year-old seems to be on a great way since she announced a path towards greatness, she surely is gracing the efforts of the legend.
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