Coco Gauff posts picture with US Open trophy and WWE belt as Roger Federer offers throwback picture in tribute
Coco Gauff took to social media to revel in her US Open success with a proud picture of the trophy, as well as a WWE belt.
The 19-year-old was inspirational in her win on home soil, with the legendary Roger Federer offering his congratulations to the star.
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Gauff came up against world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka in New York in just her second ever women's singles final appearance having made the French Open final last year.
Despite losing the first set she pulled off an excellent comeback to win 2-6 6-3 6-2.
Such a win has now seen her pick up the first Grand Slam of her career, and many feel there is plenty more to come.
Footage of her at Flushing Meadows 11 years ago as a fan emerged on social media in a wholesome moment as Gauff started her celebrations.
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She has now shown off her trophy on X, posing with a WWE belt draped over her shoulder.
Gauff was handed a prize fund of $3million [£2.37million] for her win, and thanked Billie Jean King for 'fighting' for equal prize money.
The four-time US Open winner was all smiles with the up and coming prospect, with one of the greats in tennis also celebrating Gauff's success.
Federer, who won the US Open five times, posted a throwback picture with her on X, saying: "Inspirational win @CocoGauff.
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"Been watching your [tennis] and following you for years. It’s great to see so much hard work and passion being rewarded. You shine brighter than ever."
The US Open looks set to be one of many titles that she will win, with the Australian Open in January set to be her next Grand Slam outing.
