Coco Gauff's Olympic Dream Comes True: "I've Already Won"

Coco Gauff's Olympic dream is finally coming true, and she's already feeling like a winner. In a heartfelt letter to her younger self, Gauff reflects on the journey that led her to the Paris Games and the challenges she overcame along the way.

Three years ago, Gauff was devastated to miss the Tokyo Olympics due to COVID-19. But instead of dwelling on her disappointment, she set a new goal: to qualify for the 2024 Paris Games.

Gauff's determination and hard work paid off. She earned a spot on the U.S. Olympic team by virtue of her consistent performances over the past year, including her first Grand Slam singles title at the US Open.

As she prepares for her Olympic debut, Gauff is focused on more than just winning medals. She wants to learn, grow, and enjoy the experience of representing her country.

"The excitement is overwhelming," Gauff wrote. "You can't wait to travel with your teammates, to take on the Olympic tennis tournament and hopefully increase the United States' medal count that you continually check each Olympics."

Gauff is one of the biggest multiple-medal threats in Paris. She will join Danielle Collins, Emma Navarro, and Jessica Pegula as the Americans' singles players, and will also team with Pegula for doubles.

The U.S. did not medal in any of the five events at the Tokyo Games, but Gauff is confident that she and her teammates can change that in Paris.

"Besides the battle on the court, be sure to enjoy the whole experience outside the confines of Roland Garros," Gauff wrote. "There will be athletes from across the world that you admire that you will have the opportunity to connect with. You can learn about new sports that have nothing to do with a baseline, backhand or the world of tennis."

Gauff's Olympic journey has been a rollercoaster of emotions, but she's emerged from it stronger than ever. She's ready to make her childhood dream a reality and represent her country with pride.

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