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Cori “Coco” Gauff born March 13, 2004 is an American professional tennis player. She rose to international prominence at age 15 after defeating Venus Williams at Wimbledon 2019. Gauff is a Grand Slam singles and doubles champion and has reached a career-high ranking of World No. 2 in singles.
Quick Bio
- Full Name: Cori Dionne Gauff
- Nickname: Coco
- Date of Birth: March 13, 2004
- Age: 22 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
- Residence: Delray Beach, Florida, USA
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: African-American
- Height: 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
- Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
- Turned Pro: 2018
Early Life & Background
Cori “Coco” Gauff was born on March 13, 2004, in Atlanta, Georgia, and later raised in Delray Beach, Florida. She began playing tennis at the age of six and showed early promise in junior competitions. Inspired by Serena Williams’ 2009 Australian Open victory, Gauff decided at a young age that she wanted to pursue professional tennis.
Parents
Her father, Corey Gauff, played college basketball at Georgia State University and later became her primary coach during her early development.
Her mother, Candi Gauff, was a track and field athlete at Florida State University and worked as a teacher before focusing on supporting Coco’s tennis career.
Siblings
She has two younger brothers, Codey and Cameron Gauff.
Education
Gauff was homeschooled to allow flexibility for her intensive training and international competition schedule. Her family prioritized balancing academics with her growing tennis commitments.
Career
Junior Career: Coco Gauff was one of the top junior players in the world. In 2018, she won the French Open girls’ singles title and reached the US Open girls’ final, finishing the year ranked junior World No. 1.
Professional Debut (2018–2019): Gauff turned professional in 2018. Her breakthrough came at Wimbledon 2019 when, at age 15, she defeated five-time champion Venus Williams in the first round and advanced to the fourth round, gaining worldwide recognition.
First WTA Title (2019): Later that year, she won her first WTA singles title at the Linz Open, becoming one of the youngest players to win a WTA tournament in the Open Era.
Grand Slam Progress (2020–2022): Gauff continued rising steadily in the rankings. In 2022, she reached her first Grand Slam singles final at the French Open and also reached the doubles final at the same tournament.
Grand Slam Champion (2023): In 2023, she won her first Grand Slam singles title at the US Open, defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the final. The victory established her as one of the top players in women’s tennis.
Continued Success (2024–Present): In 2024, Gauff won the French Open singles title and reached World No. 2 in singles. She also achieved the World No. 1 ranking in doubles, further solidifying her status as one of the most accomplished young players on tour.
Career Rankings
- Highest Singles Ranking: World No. 2 (achieved 2024)
- Highest Doubles Ranking: World No. 1 (2024)
Grand Slam Titles
- US Open – Singles Champion (2023)
- French Open – Singles Champion (2024)
- French Open – Doubles Champion (2024)
Career Highlights
- Defeated Venus Williams at Wimbledon 2019 at age 15
- Reached French Open Singles Final (2022)
- Multiple WTA 1000 Titles
- WTA Finals Champion (2024)
- Represented the United States in Olympic competition
Career Prize Money
As of 2026, Coco Gauff has earned over $25 million in official career prize money on the WTA Tour, making her one of the highest-earning young players in tennis.
Playing Style
Gauff is known for her exceptional athleticism, speed, and defensive court coverage.
Her two-handed backhand is considered one of the strongest on tour.
She combines aggressive baseline play with strong mental resilience in high-pressure matches.
Coaching Team
- Father: Corey Gauff (early coach)
- Brad Gilbert (former coach)
- Pere Riba (coach)
Relationship Status, Husband, Kids
Coco Gauff is in a romantic relationship that she has kept mostly private.
She has acknowledged being in her “first real relationship” beginning around 2023, and the couple has since celebrated their second anniversary.
Her partner has been widely reported as Jalen Sera, an artist and musician who is not a professional athlete.
Net Worth, Income & Endorsements
As of 2026, Coco Gauff’s estimated net worth is between $20 million and $25 million.
In addition to prize money, she has endorsement deals with major brands including New Balance, Head, Rolex, Bose, and Barilla. She is one of the highest-paid female athletes in the world.
Physical Measurements
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 121 lbs (55 kg)
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Dark Brown
- Build: Athletic
Social Media
- Instagram: @cocogauff
- Twitter (X): @CocoGauff
- Facebook: Coco Gauff
- TikTok: @cocogauff
Trivia
- Defeated Venus Williams at Wimbledon 2019 at just 15 years old, becoming one of the youngest players to win a main-draw match at the tournament.
- Won the 2018 French Open girls’ singles title and finished the year as the junior World No. 1.
- Became the youngest US Open women’s singles champion since Serena Williams in 1999 when she won the title in 2023.
- Has achieved World No. 1 ranking in doubles during her professional career.
- Credits Serena Williams as one of her biggest inspirations for pursuing professional tennis.
FAQs
How old is Coco Gauff?
She is 22 years old as of 2026.
How tall is Coco Gauff?
She is 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) tall.
What is Coco Gauff’s highest ranking?
World No. 2 in singles and World No. 1 in doubles.
How much is Coco Gauff’s net worth?
Her estimated net worth is between $20–25 million.
