The US Open is about to begin in earnest and American star Coco Gauff is backing her mother's stance on friends and family asking for free tickets to the tournament.
There are very few stars at the US Open with as many eyes on them as Coco Gauff. The 22-year-old won the tournament in 2023 and is one of the main draws in 2026, too.
When superstar athletes play in their home countries, they have to deal with something most fans don't think about. Getting tickets for friends and family is expected, but sometimes it can get overbearing.
Gauff's mother, Candi, recently sent a blunt message to extended family and friends on social media to stop asking for free US Open tickets. And despite some online backlash, Coco has her mom's back.
Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images
#tournament
There are very few stars at the US Open with as many eyes on them as Coco Gauff. The 22-year-old won the tournament in 2023 and is one of the main draws in 2026, too.
When superstar athletes play in their home countries, they have to deal with something most fans don't think about. Getting tickets for friends and family is expected, but sometimes it can get overbearing.
Gauff's mother, Candi, recently sent a blunt message to extended family and friends on social media to stop asking for free US Open tickets. And despite some online backlash, Coco has her mom's back.
Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images
#tournament
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