Hey there, fellow tennis enthusiasts It’s your girl Mia Johnson-Carter here, living the dream in Miami. Today, we’re diving into some exciting news from the world of tennis—Coco Gauff’s coaching situation after parting ways with Brad Gilbert.
Coco Gauff has been on an incredible journey in tennis, claiming Grand Slam titles in both singles and doubles during her time with Brad Gilbert. However, their partnership has come to an end, and all eyes are now on who Gauff might choose as her next coach. Here are five potential candidates who could guide her back to the top of the rankings:
1. Wim Fissette
Wim Fissette is a name that might have fallen into Gauff’s lap due to his recent split with Naomi Osaka. Fissette has an impressive coaching resume, having helped guide Kim Clijsters to back-to-back US Open titles and the 2011 Australian Open title. He also coached Angelique Kerber to her Wimbledon victory in 2018 and has worked with other top players like Simona Halep and Sabine Lisicki. His extensive experience at the top level makes him a well-qualified candidate for Gauff’s next coaching stint.
2. Rennae Stubbs
Rennae Stubbs was in the spotlight at the US Open when she dissected Gauff’s fourth-round loss in front of Gilbert in the ESPN studio. While her comments were tough, they were fair and highlight her deep understanding of what Gauff needs to improve on. Stubbs has had a solid coaching career, working with Karolina Pliskova, Eugenie Bouchard, Sam Stosur, and even Serena Williams during her final months in competition. Her great tennis brain and proven CV make her a solid option for Gauff.
3. Sascha Bajin
Sascha Bajin made his name as Serena Williams’ hitting partner during her most successful years but has since branched out into full-time coaching. He’s best remembered for guiding Naomi Osaka to her first two major titles and reaching world No 1. Bajin also had short-lived partnerships with Kristina Mladenovic and Dayana Yastremska but found significant success with Karolina Pliskova, helping her reach the 2021 Wimbledon final. His interest in coaching Gauff is evident, but it remains to be seen if she’ll see him as the right fit.
4. Lindsay Davenport
Lindsay Davenport is a name synonymous with excellence in tennis. As a three-time Grand Slam singles champion, she has “been there, done that.” Davenport previously forged a successful partnership with Madison Keys, guiding her to the US Open final in 2017. While she has focused more on coaching the American Billie Jean King Cup team in recent years, her experience and success make her an attractive option for Gauff.
5. Torben Beltz
Torben Beltz is another highly respected coach with extensive experience working with top WTA stars. He’s best known for his long-term partnership with Angelique Kerber, helping her win two Grand Slams and reach world No 1 in 2016. Beltz also had a short-lived partnership with Emma Raducanu in 2022 and has worked with Anett Kontaveit and Donna Vekic. His reputation as one of the most respected coaches in the game makes him a solid choice for Gauff.
These options represent a diverse array of coaching styles and experiences that could potentially guide Coco Gauff back into the top five. The world is watching to see which path she chooses next.
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Yours truly,
Mia