Coco Gauff, at only 20 years old, has quickly established herself as an international tennis sensation after an astounding run at China Open and Wuhan Open tournaments. Now taking a short rest from her hectic schedule to witness how Codey Gauff carves out his own path within sports world and made significant decisions that had his sister beaming with pride!
On a recent Wednesday afternoon, 16-year-old Codey took to Instagram with exciting news of his athletic career. Wearing a white jersey emblazoned with “Tigers” and the number 21 as part of an announcement about Mizzou University commitment, Codey expressed thanks for all those involved: his family, coaches and friends for support; as well as thanking Mizzou’s coaching staff. Coco was quick to comment her congratulations in response – her comment thread showed both joy and pride at what had transpired.
Responding to his announcement, Coco wrote, “So proud of you codey! Beyond happy for you!” This isn’t the first occurrence of Coco showing support for her brother; she consistently shares her love and pride for her family. Unlike his sister who shines on the tennis courts, Codey is making strides in baseball, and Coco’s encouragement for her brother is unwavering.
Coco also took her excitement to Instagram stories, tagging Codey and sharing further congratulations. Her messages, filled with pride and joy for her brother’s milestone, underscore the close bond they share. Coco has often spoken about the importance of her relationship with her siblings, emphasizing how crucial her family is to her, both in and out of the sporting arena.
Advice from Brother to Sister
The Gauff siblings not only share an exceptional familial bond, but are also supportive in each of their sports endeavors. Coco recalls how advice from Codey greatly helped her mental game at major tournaments like Grand Slams. After she won in the 2023 US Open third round she mentioned maintaining a relaxed mindset while treating each match with equal importance, both strategies advised by Codey that helped improve her performance. It’s evident that no matter their different paths they find ways to inspire each other’s efforts and excel simultaneously.
Coco continues to make waves on the tennis circuit while Codey embarks on his collegiate baseball journey, making the Gauff family’s story all the more compelling. Their mutual support and achievements stand as testaments of their dedication – both towards individual careers as well as each other as siblings.