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.