Coco Gauff, the third seed at Indian Wells and currently seed three in women’s singles competition, has had an uneven start to her season but remains eager to make an impression at this year’s tournament. She describes it as a paradise of competition combining extreme weather conditions to produce captivating tennis tournaments; furthermore she envisions creating her ideal tournament which brings top-tier competition with vibrant local culture together into one destination tournament experience.
Indian Wells Tennis Garden stands as an iconic facility within the tennis world, hosting one of the second-largest outdoor stadiums and offering unparalleled facilities and experiences to visitors. Beyond sporting events, such as BNP Paribas Open tournament, Indian Wells is home to numerous events held here year-round; yet Gauff’s dream tournament takes this concept even further.
Gauff, fresh from her notable appearance at the Oscars and celebrated as the 2023 US Open champion, shared her vision during a conversation with Brody from Broadcast Boys. She imagines an event set in Atlanta, mixing the sport with star power and music to create an energetic atmosphere. The unique choice of purple and black courts and a staggering $10 million grand prize illustrate the ambitious scale of her dream event.
The proposed event, humorously titled “The Hot Girl Slam,” would feature a condensed format starting from the quarterfinals and include doubles action, ensuring a fast-paced and engaging experience. Tyler, the Creator would add to the excitement with his commentary, making sure the event is as entertaining off the court as on it.
Aryna Sabalenka, a top-seeded player, joined Gauff in this creative exercise, proposing a lavish event in the California desert with an even more astonishing prize pool, showcasing the fun and imaginative aspect of the athletes’ personalities.
As Gauff prepares for her debut at the BNP Paribas Open, she hopes to prove herself after facing numerous challenging matches. Although accepting its inherent highs and lows, she remains positive, taking every opportunity as it arises.
Gauff is poised to face Japanese opponent Moyuka Uchijima next, following her successful battle against British sensation Emma Raducanu and has high hopes and is determined to clinch her fourth title, showing resilience and showing she’s back!