Coco Gauff’s reaction to Caitlin Clark’s award as Time’s Athlete of the Year
Gauff had a stellar 2024 season
Tennis star Coco Gauff and WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark.
Coco Gauff has had an extraordinary 2024 season, yet missed out on being named TIME’s Athlete of the Year, an honor that went to Caitlin Clark. Despite the disappointment, Gauff showed her class and sportsmanship by openly supporting Clark, who has made waves in women’s basketball. Clark, named TIME’s Athlete of the Year, also earned the WNBA Rookie of the Year title and set an NCAA Division 1 women’s basketball scoring record. Gauff, previously featured in TIME’s Women of the Year list, expressed genuine joy for Clark’s recognition.
The world No. 3 tennis star had a remarkable year herself, beginning with a semifinal appearance at the Australian Open and ending with her first WTA Finals trophy. Gauff also claimed titles in Beijing and Auckland and made her Olympic debut, where she was honored as Team USA’s flag bearer alongside LeBron James. Despite these accomplishments, the TIME title eluded her, but Gauff remained gracious and supportive.
Caitlin Clark’s nasty crossovers and superb shooting are some of the reasons why she was named TIME’s Athlete of the Year
Clark’s impact on women’s basketball has been transformative, drawing record viewerships to the WNBA. Gauff, a former basketball player in her youth, has been following Clark’s career since her college days at Iowa Hawkeyes.
She even shared her admiration for Clark with the WTA, saying, “I will say if I could go in another life I would love to play at the same time as Caitlin Clark just to see if I could guard her.” Although she admitted it would be a challenge now, Gauff expressed curiosity about how she might fare with training.
Gauff expresses admiration for Clark
Gauff’s enthusiasm for women’s basketball extends beyond Clark. She eagerly anticipated the 2024 WNBA season, mentioning players like Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso. “I’m just really excited to see Caitlin Clark’s first game, and Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso. I’m really excited to see them on the same team too,” she said.
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Gauff also highlighted the growing traction of women’s basketball, saying, “It’s very exciting to see the women’s game especially in basketball getting as much traction now. They definitely deserve it.”
Gauff has even connected with some of these athletes through social media. She mentioned being Instagram mutuals with players like Cameron Brink and having exchanged messages with Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark, and Paige Bueckers. Her support for women’s basketball and admiration for Clark showcase her sportsmanship and her passion for empowering female athletes across sports.
Cameron Brink is praised for skillfully wearing a tiny skirt as one misstep could risk revealing too much
A classy woman who effortlessly owns any look
Cameron Brink is praised for skillfully wearing a tiny skirt as one misstep could risk revealing too muchInstagram
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Cameron Brink’s journey took an unexpected turn when a devastating injury forced her to step away from the court. Not only did it sideline her from the WNBA, but it also put her Olympic dreams on hold. Yet, while she couldn’t dominate on the court, she lit up the world off it with her striking personality and undeniable presence.
Brink has proven she could easily thrive in the modeling world, showcasing a flair for rocking top fashion trends and posing in front of the camera with natural ease. It’s no wonder she stole the spotlight, earning applause for confidently rocking a daringly tiny mini skirt-a bold choice where
