Coco Gauff recently faced scrutiny for her social media blocking activity following her challenging run at the 2023 WTA Finals. Amid her tough conclusion to the year with the season-ending WTA Finals in Cancun, Gauff expressed her reasons for these actions.
It was a challenging period for Coco Gauff during the WTA Finals, as she grappled with frustration due to unfavorable playing conditions and disappointments in her matches, particularly her loss to Iga Swiatek in her round-robin match and the semifinal exit, where she succumbed to her compatriot, Jessica Pegula. Following her round-robin defeat, some observers noticed that Gauff was blocking a significant number of fans on social media.
This led to accusations of her blocking fans, which she promptly addressed, clarifying herself. Gauff asserted, “I only block people who are negative, not my fans. I don’t actively search for these pages; they appear on my timeline. Dealing with daily harassment, such as death threats, racism, body shaming, and more, can be exhausting. So, I try my best to spare myself.”
i only block people who are negative not my fans. I don’t search for these pages. it comes on my timeline. when you deal with the daily harassment I deal with every single day. death threats, racism, body shaming. etc. it is exhausting. so I try my best to spare myself.
— Coco Gauff (@CocoGauff) November 5, 2023
While Gauff acknowledged that she needs such platforms to receive and appreciate the supportive messages from her fans, she also emphasized the challenges of social media like X. She expressed her gratitude to fans on other platforms where she interacts with them and even created a separate TikTok account for exclusive engagement with her fans, dispelling any notion that she blocks her loyal fans.
2023 tennis journey for Coco Gauff
Coco Gauff, after a season of both highs and lows, reflected on her journey in the 2023 tennis season following her loss in the WTA Finals. In a heartfelt post, the 19-year-old player acknowledged the varying experiences she had this year. Gauff described her year as one that showcased both her “darkest and brightest days.”
Coco Gauff’s 2023 season was marked by a significant milestone when she became a Grand Slam champion, winning the 2023 US Open. This achievement catapulted her to widespread recognition, receiving praise from public figures, including President Joe Biden and Barack Obama, and cementing her reputation as a tennis prodigy.
However, she also faced disappointing losses, such as the one in the elite season-ending WTA Finals. She admitted to feeling proud of her accomplishments and the resilience she demonstrated throughout the season. Acknowledging the challenges she faced, Coco Gauff expressed gratitude for her journey in the 2023 season.
2023 is season officially over. hard to sum of this season in a few words. I saw my darkest and brightest days of my life this year. I am proud of myself. God’s plan❤️ pic.twitter.com/tpOlOC4Vgh
— Coco Gauff (@CocoGauff) November 6, 2023
She stated in her social media post, “2023 is season officially over. hard to sum up this season in a few words. I saw the darkest and brightest days of my life this year. I am proud of myself. God’s plan.” Her resilience and dedication have defined her path, making her a prominent figure in the world of tennis. From being a tennis prodigy, she has now become a globally recognized sports icon.