Coco Gauff thanks Obamas after testing US Open first-round win

Aug 29, 2023 at 10:13 AM

The 19-year-old was annoyed by the efficiency of her German opponent, Laura Siegemund, however much more so for being stored ready when she was able to serve.

But after coming from behind to win 3-6, 6-2, 6-4, the American stated a chat with the previous President and First Lady, who have been on the US Open for a particular ceremony, made her really feel significantly better.

“I’ve met Mrs Obama before,” she stated. “They told me it was just her initially. Then Mr Obama was there in the room, too. I was like, ‘Oh, my God!’

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“I haven’t soaked it in because I literally just walked in here. I think I’m going to never forget that moment for the rest of my life. I went from being really upset after a win to being really happy. So I’m glad I got to meet them. They gave me some good advice, too.

“They just told me, how I handle myself in these situations, she said it’s good to speak up for myself. I think she was happy that I spoke up for myself today.”