After beating Coco Gauff at Wimbledon, Emma Navarro could be the next US tennis star
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The US already boasts a promising roster of young tennis stars but there is a new name on the scene.
The US already boasts a promising roster of young tennis stars but there is a new name on the scene. Emma Navarro is quickly establishing herself as a force to be reckoned with on the senior tour, with the 23-year-old reaching the quarterfinals at this year’s Wimbledon. As if to underline her credentials, Navarro beat reigning US Open champion Coco Gauff in straight sets – 6-4 6-3 – in the fourth round on Sunday to continue her best run at a grand slam. “I don’t have a ton of words but just really grateful to be out here on Center Court at a tournament with so much history and tradition, that so many legends have played on before me,” Navarro said during her post-match interview after beating Gauff. “It’s a real honor. I can’t wait to play again.” Navarro’s form at this year’s Wimbledon follows what has already been an impressive season for the youngster.
Caitlin Clark should not have been singled out by Time, says Washington Mystics owner Sheila Johnson
Sheila Johnson, billionaire co-owner of WNBA franchise Washington Mystics, has criticized Time for their awarding of “Athlete of the Year” to Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.