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Coco Gauff made history at the US Open. After having performed brilliantly before entering into the tournament, everyone had high hopes for her. With some mind-boggling shots, she made her way into the finals of the tournament while finally laying her hands on her first major grand slam aged just 19. Just moments after winning the title, she was widely praised for her tremendous performance. Now, the USTA has come up with a new initiative to inspire young minds.

This comes as a tribute to her sensational success at Flushing Meadows after she was inspired by the heroics of another legend of the game, Serena Williams.

USTA pledges to support tennis in country after Coco Gauff’s success

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Coco Gauff’s triumphant victory at the 2023 US Open has set in motion a powerful wave of change within the United States Tennis Association (USTA). Recognizing the significance of her achievement, the USTA has pledged an impressive $3 million towards the revitalization of tennis courts across the nation.

In the wake of Gauff’s remarkable win, the USTA is fully committed to harnessing this newfound enthusiasm for the sport. The investment aims to bolster tennis at the grassroots level by refurbishing and modernizing courts throughout the country. This substantial financial commitment represents a pivotal step forward in nurturing and promoting tennis talent within the United States.

As Gauff’s star continues to rise, her influence reaches far beyond the court, inspiring organizations like the USTA to foster the next generation of American tennis champions. The impact of her success is now palpable, revitalizing the tennis landscape from coast to coast and instilling fresh hope in aspiring athletes nationwide.

This move by the USTA will inspire many to follow in the footsteps of Coco Gauff as it will provide them with clear opportunities to play tennis and practice. USTA has been always upfront when it comes to helping young and aspiring minds to make the best use of their skills and wits. Frances Tiafoe, another American who managed to reach the quarter-finals of the US Open has also long been associated with USTA.

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Frances Tiafoe also comes up to help underprivileged children

The American sensation, Frances Tiafoe has long been associated with the USTA. Recently he, in partnership with the USTA started a fund called the USTA fund which will help the children get access to the basic amenities. This includes their schooling, getting proper tennis courts to play, and much more.

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Frances has always been upfront when it comes to helping his people and with the initiative, both USTA and Frances Tiafoe will be able to reach out to the kids who are in great need. Thus, the efforts made by the USTA to promote tennis in the country are commendable. With the likes of Coco Gauff, Frances Tiafoe, and many other setting examples, they are well on course to inspire young minds out there.

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