On Sunday until games In WTA Finals the orange group entered Riyadh. At the inauguration, Iga Świątek defeated Barbora Krejcikova 4:6, 7:5, 6:2, and then the American duel of Coco Gauff took place – Jessica Pegula. The younger of them, Coco Gauff, turned out to be much better in this confrontation, winning 6:3, 6:2.
Coco Gauff spoke on the US elections. Here is her declaration
The third racket in the world does not hide that the current time is special for her not only because of the WTA Finals, but also the situation in her country, because the presidential elections will be held on November 5. This will be the first time for the 20-year-old to take part in such a vote.
“I will vote and I am publishing this content to encourage people to go to the polls. This is a difficult time for our country, a critical time for all of us. The only thing I can do is to encourage people, especially young people, to vote and express their opinion. Especially “There are many people in my generation who don't see the point of voting. As for me, I see,” she said.
“I don't think it will affect my game. The elections are on November 5, which means November 6 will be a very busy day. I've voted in local elections before, but this is my first time voting in a presidential election. It's really cool to be able to contribute and inspiring,” she concluded.
The US presidential elections will take place on November 5. The main candidates for this position are Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Many athletes and media people publicly announced their support for a given candidate. Coco Gauff didn't do that.
On the same day (Tuesday, November 5), Fr time. 16:00 Polish time Coco Gauff will face Iga Świątek in the second round of the orange group games at the WTA Finals. Jessica Pegula, in turn, will play earlier with Barbora Krejcikova.