“It's a bit of censorship” “Coco Gauff, a message for those who criticize it because it exposes their faith:” It helps me “
Article by David Istrate – published Wednesday, 07 May 2025, 11:07 / Updated Wednesday, 07 May 2025 11:09
Coco Gauff (21 years old, 3 WTA), the finalist from Mutua Madrid Open, had a powerful message for those who criticize her because, in his speeches, he talks about her faith in God.
Saturday, May 3, Coco Gauff was defeated by 3-6, 6-7 (3) by Aryna Sabalenka (27, 1 WTA)in the final of the WTA 1000 tournament from Madrid. At the award ceremony, the American player began his speech, thanking Jesus Christ for the opportunity to evolve in the final.
Coco Gauff: “I do not try to force anyone to believe in someone”
A few days later, at the press conference before the Rome tournament, Gauff, who never hid his faith in God, was asked about this aspect.
“I saw your speech in Madrid, which was quite inspirational. Can you explain how important your faith and trust in Jesus are?”, A journalist asked.
Gauff, being aware of the discussions on the Internet in which he is criticized for talking about faith frequently, has wanted to give an answer to them:
“Yes, I am super important to me. I said this in every speech. I know it's a whole discussion online about it, but I have included these things in every speech I have been in the circuit.
I don't try to force anyone to believe in someone. I share my faith for people who believe the same as me.
I think it has come to a point where we begin to criticize people for everything they say, whether it is religion, proud of their sexuality or other similar things. It's a bit of censorship.
I think we all should be able to do what we want as long as we don't hurt other people. For me it is important to talk about it (no about faith) and tell others that it helps me. They could help others in their lives, ”said the winner of the US Open in 2023.
At Masters 1000 Rome, Coco Gauff will enter the second round. 21 -year -old tennis will be duel Either with Arianna Zucchini (21 years old, 620 WTA) or Victoria MBOKO (18 years, 156 WTA).
