Coco urges Gauff young voters to participate in US election
Coco Gauff has joined the ranks of well-known athletes speaking out about the presidential elections in the United States. Iga Świątek's rival received a question about which candidate she will vote for and decided to appeal to her fellow citizens.
Just like Iga Świątek, Coco Gauff won her first match in the WTA Finals in Riyadh. The American defeated her compatriot Jessica Pegula 6-3, 6-2 and will face the Polish player on Tuesday, 5th November. The No. 3 ranked player in the WTA is concerned not only with her athletic successes but also with the political situation in her home country, where the final battle for the presidency will soon take place.
The 20-year-old will have the opportunity to vote for the first time in her life. She appealed to her fellow citizens to go to the polls and cast their votes for their candidate, just as she intends to do.
I will be voting, and I am posting this content to encourage people to go to the polls. It is a difficult time for our country, a critical time for all of us. The only thing I can do is encourage people, especially the young, to vote and express their opinion. Especially in my generation, there are many people who do not see the point of voting. As for me, I see it - said the American to reporters in Riyadh during a press conference.
Coco Gauff encourages Americans to vote in the presidential elections
Journalists asked the 20-year-old how the political situation in the United States affects her game. She emphasised that she does not think it has any impact on her performance on the court. At the same time, she expressed pride in being able to participate in the presidential elections.
I don't think it affects my game. The elections take place on 5th November, which means 6th November will be a very busy day. I've already voted in local elections, but this is the first time I'll be voting in a presidential election. The ability to contribute is really cool and inspiring - added the American.
