After her surprising early exit from Wimbledon, Coco Gauff returned home to Florida and was seen spending time with her boyfriend, Jalen Sera, as she recovers. The Wimbledon tournament, which began on June 30 and concluded on July 13, ended abruptly for Gauff following a challenging first-round match.
Unexpected Wimbledon Loss to Dayana Yastremska Stuns Gauff
In the opening round of Wimbledon, Coco Gauff faced Dayana Yastremska in a match full of tension and unpredictability, with Yastremska winning in straight sets, 7-6(7), 6-1. Gauff struggled particularly with her serves throughout the game, contributing to the upset loss. Once considered one of the favorites to advance deep into the tournament, Gauff’s elimination shocked fans and analysts alike.
Following the defeat, Gauff shared a photo from Delray Beach, Florida, signaling her arrival back home with a simple house emoji, while her boyfriend, Jalen Sera, also posted a beach photo on his Instagram story, confirming they spent time together after the loss.
Relationship with Jalen Sera Becomes Public After Wimbledon Setback
Coco Gauff has mentioned her boyfriend in past interviews but kept his identity private until recently. She revealed their relationship publicly in a promotional video for Bose, where she shared a touching message from Sera. Their support for each other has become visible as Gauff navigates the difficult period following her Wimbledon defeat.
Gauff Shares Emotions and Reflections on Wimbledon Departure
Following the match, a visibly emotional Coco Gauff spoke candidly during the post-match press conference about the pain of losing early. She admitted to feeling upset and struggling in the locker room afterward.
“I’m trying to be positive. After the match I definitely was struggling in the locker room. I don’t like losing. I know my team is gonna tell me ‘you did well at Roland Garros. Don’t be so upset.’ But I don’t really like losing,” said Coco Gauff.
She expressed her disappointment regarding her performance, especially in crucial moments of the tiebreaker, acknowledging areas where she believes improvement is needed. Looking ahead to the US Open, she emphasized her determination to move past this defeat quickly.
“I feel a bit disappointed with how I showed up today. I could’ve been a bit better in those tough tiebreaker moments. Especially after Roland Garros where I feel like I learned a lot in those tiebreakers. So yeah. Obviously I’m not gonna dwell on this too long, because I wanna do well at US Open. Maybe losing here first round isn’t the worst thing in the world because I have some time to reset. But yeah it definitely sucks.”
From French Open Triumph to Wimbledon Letdown
Just weeks before Wimbledon, Coco Gauff had captured significant attention by dominating Aryna Sabalenka to win the French Open, showcasing her potential to contend for major titles. This contrast between her recent triumph at Roland Garros and her Wimbledon disappointment adds to the emotional complexity she faces. Looking forward, Gauff aims to regroup and prepare strongly for the upcoming US Open, seeking a comeback on home soil.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What has happened to Coco Gauff?
A. Wimbledon: Coco Gauff unexpectedly lost in the first round to Dayana Yastremska. The American, ranked second in the tournament, was defeated without winning a set.
Q. Does Coco Gauff have a degree?
A. Gauff earned her diploma from the Florida Department of Education by finishing her studies at Florida Virtual Flex. At 18, she managed both her schooling and a rising tennis career, juggling both for four years.
Q. Is Coco Gauff the highest paid tennis player?
A. 1. Coco Gauff, a tennis player, earned $30.4 million.
2. Eileen Gu, known for skiing, made $22 million.
3. Iga Swiatek, another tennis player, brought in $21.4 million.
Q. Why is Coco Gauff called Coco?
A. In an interview with Sports Illustrated Kids, she explained her nickname came from family confusion over sharing her dad’s name. Her aunt suggested, “Let’s call her Coco.” Her dad was once nicknamed Co, so she’s been known as Coco since then.