Coco Gauff has been garnering attention in the world of tennis, and her coach Brad Gilbert has identified a trait in her that is reminiscent of the ‘big-time’ characteristic shared by tennis legend Andre Agassi – that being perfectionism. In an interview, Gilbert advised Gauff that the pursuit of perfection does not exist and only leads to unhappiness, as well as resulting in numerous lost matches. Under Gilbert’s guidance, Gauff has achieved significant success in her career, culminating in her recent appearance in the semi-finals of the Australian Open and her current global ranking as number three.
Renowned for coaching Agassi to six of his eight Grand Slam titles, Gilbert has revealed that he believes Gauff needs to adopt a different tactical approach than she had previously employed. He emphasized the need for ‘subtle tweaks’ to her playing style, underscoring her serve, backhand, movement, and defensive skills as areas in need of focus, rather than attempting to overpower her opponents.
Additionally, Gilbert noted that Gauff shares the “crazy perfectionist” trait with the tennis legend, which compels her to constantly pursue improvement. However, Gilbert cautioned that this attribute could be detrimental to her game, as she is “never satisfied with being good,” drawing from his own experiences coaching prominent tennis players.
Undoubtedly, Gauff’s career has seen a steady upward trajectory, much of which can be attributed to her partnership with Gilbert. Their collaboration has resulted in Gauff’s exceptional accomplishments in recent tournaments, solidifying her position as a formidable force in the tennis world.
As Gauff prepares for the Indian Wells Open, there is great anticipation surrounding her performance in the upcoming matches. With the guidance of a seasoned coach like Gilbert and her unwavering commitment to the sport, Gauff’s journey in tennis is certainly one to watch as she pursues greatness on the court.