That’s all for tonight. Thanks for following along with us and be sure to read Tumaini Carayol’s full report off today’s final.
And congratulations to San Diego’s Katherine Hui and João Fonseca of Brazil for winning the US Open junior titles.
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“Today was the first time I’ve ever seen my dad cry,” Gauff continues. “He doesn’t want me to tell you about that, but he got caught in 4K. He thinks he’s so hard. Thank you guys. You believed in me from the beginning. I’ve been coming to this tournament (for so long). My dad took me to this tournament sitting right there watching Venus and Serena compete, so it’s really incredible to be on this stage.”
After thanking her entire team, Gauff saves one last thank-you for the people who have doubted her.
“Honestly, thank you to the people who didn’t believe in me. A month ago I won a 500 title and people said I wouldn’t stop at that. Two weeks ago, I won a 1000 title and people were saying that was the biggest it was going to get. Three weeks later, I’m here with this trophy right now. I’ve tried my best to carry this with grace. Honestly, those who thought they were putting water on my fire, you were really adding gas to it, and now I’m really burning so bright right now.”
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