Coco Gauff is one of the brightest tennis stars in the world today. At only 21 years old, she has already made history by winning big matches everywhere. Fans love watching her because she never gives up and always plays with a big heart.
Early Life and Family
Cori Dionne Gauff, known as Coco, was born on March 13, 2004, in Delray Beach, Florida. Her parents named her after her dad, Corey. Since their names were so alike, Coco’s aunt suggested calling her “Coco,” which came from one of her dad’s nicknames.
Sports have always been a big part of Coco’s family. Her dad played basketball at Georgia State University, and her mom, Candi, was a gymnast and runner at Florida State University. Because both parents were athletes, they wanted Coco to try sports too. She started playing tennis when she was just six years old.
When Coco was seven, her family moved back to Delray Beach so she could get better training. Her parents loved her so much that they both quit their jobs to help her follow her dreams. Her mom became her home-school teacher, and her dad became her coach. Coco also has two younger brothers, Cameron and Cody.
Physical Stats
Coco Gauff is 5 feet 9 inches tall, or 175 centimeters. She weighs about 55 kilograms (121 pounds). Her height helps her reach tough shots on the court. She has black hair and black eyes. Coco is known for her powerful serve and strong backhand, which make her a very tough player to beat.
Tennis Career Highlights
Coco started playing tennis very young. When she was just 10 years old, she won a big tennis title and became the youngest person ever to do it. Around that time, she also began training at a famous tennis school in France called the Mouratoglou Academy.
The world noticed Coco in 2019, when she was only 15. She played in Wimbledon, one of the biggest tournaments in tennis. In her first match, she beat Venus Williams, one of her childhood heroes. That amazing win made people everywhere start talking about “Cocomania.”
US Open Champion
In 2023, Coco won her first Grand Slam title at the US Open in New York. She was 19 years old when she beat Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling match. The final score was 2-6, 6-3, 6-2. This made her the first American teenager to win the US Open since Serena Williams in 1999.
Winning the US Open was a dream come true. Coco earned $3 million in prize money, but more importantly, she proved to herself and everyone that she could win the biggest matches in tennis.
French Open Victory
Coco didn’t stop there! In 2025, she won her second Grand Slam title at the French Open in Paris. She again played against Aryna Sabalenka and won with scores of 6-7, 6-2, 6-4. This made her the first American woman to win the French Open since Serena Williams in 2015.
With this win, Coco became the youngest player to win both the US Open and French Open since Serena Williams did it in 2002. She now has two Grand Slam championships before turning 22!
Dating and Personal Life
Coco likes to keep her personal life private, but she does have a boyfriend named Jalen Sera. They have been together since 2023. In June 2025, Coco shared in a video that they had been dating for two years.
Jalen Sera is an artist from Atlanta. He plays the guitar, wants to be an actor, and plans to go to music school. Coco likes that Jalen isn’t a tennis player because it gives her a new way to look at life. Interestingly, Coco’s mom used to be Jalen’s fourth-grade teacher, so their families knew each other for years!
Jalen often cheers for Coco at her matches and posts about her wins online. Before big games, Coco sometimes calls him to help her relax. She says he helps her stay happy and calm.
Age and Current Status
As of November 2025, Coco Gauff is 21 years old. She is ranked world number 2 by the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association). In her career, she has won 11 singles titles and 10 doubles titles. She has earned millions of dollars and works with many big brands around the world.
Why Coco Inspires Others?
Coco Gauff is not just a tennis player — she is a role model. She is smart, kind, and uses her voice to talk about important things. Her mom always reminds her that tennis is what she does, not who she is.
Girls all over the world look up to Coco because she shows that dreams can come true with hard work. She never gave up, even when things were hard. And now, at only 21, she has already done what many players dream about their whole lives.
Coco’s story is still being written. With two Grand Slam titles already, no one knows how many more she will win. But one thing is sure — Coco Gauff will keep making tennis fun and exciting for years to come!
