‘This Fulfills My American Rights’- Tennis World Reacts as Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula Lead US Squad for Billie Jean King Cup 2022

The rosters for the annual Billie Jean King Cup, the 59th edition of the team tournament, are out. Who is leading the US team? It is none other than the American teenage sensation, Coco Gauff, and the world no.6, Jessica Pegula. Fans are excited about seeing the two lead the US team.

Coco Gauff has performed astoundingly well this year and Pegula has reached the latter rounds of various tournaments. Here are some of the joyous fan reactions hailing the team and their leaders.

Fans give a huge shout-out to Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula for leading the US team in the Billie Jean King Cup

The lineup for the US team this time is marvelous and the fans are thrilled to watch the team take to court. They are looking forward to see stars such as Coco Gauff, Danielle Collins, Taylor Townsend, Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula in action. Many showcased their excitement on Twitter.

A fan felt blessed to be a part of his country and stated, “Now this fulfills my American Rights.”

One fan tweeted, “That’s an ace line up,” expressing their joy and excitement after seeing the players who will be representing the US.

Another fan praised the new generation of US players and also sent a message to learn from Serena Williams. It tweeted, “So this is what the younger tennis pros look like today. Our new generation. I hope all of the younger generation take a lesson from the greatest of all times, Serena Williams.”

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Coco Gauff has become the new tennis sensation in America. With her impressive displays in both singles and doubles categories this season, she has won the hearts of millions.

So, seeing her leading the US team in the Billie Jean King Cup has increased the expectations of fans. Along with the fans, famous journalist Ben Rothenberg tweeted, “Heckin’ strong lineup for the US in Glasgow.”

An Iga Swiatek fan also expressed his delight. Swiatek has dropped out from the Billie Jean King Cup, so that makes the US team strong contenders for the title. The fan stated, “This is the strongest BJK/Davis team we have had in a VERY long time. Since Iga is not playing I can now root wholeheartedly for team USA!!”

Jessica Pegula has performed well in the 2022 season. She has won in doubles in the Canadian and Qatar Open with her partner Coco Gauff and Citi Open with Erin Routliffe. Moreover, she started off the year with a victory at the Melbourne Summer Series 1 with her partner, Asia Muhammad.

Danielle Collins is a grand slam finalist who reached the finals of the Australian Open this year. However, former world no. 1, Ashleigh Barty, defeated her. One fan saw the team as super powerful and tweeted, “literally the avengers.”

Another fan was shocked to see the list and commended it. He tweeted, “I’m shook that Jess and Coco are playing. Now this team might be able to shake the table.” 

Another fan seemed too excited to watch the tournament as soon as possible. His tweet said, “Nahh this team I CANT WAITTT.”

Similarly, another fan stated, “That line up is making me want to buy tickets.”

Another fan prophesied them winning it and said, “yes they are taking it.”

Seeing the players in the lineup, one fan could not help but feel proud. His tweet stated, “That’s a solid roster. Two top ten players, two slam finalists, and a current US Open doubles finalist.”

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It is the 59th edition of the Billie Jean King Cup. Twelve countries would be participating in this team event. The event will be held in Glasgow, Great Britain. The US team will be aiming to achieve its 19th title since the inception of the tournament. With this lineup, it will be a difficult challenge for the other teams to topple the American stars.