Tennis fans all over the world had their eyes glued to their TV sets and mobile phones. Everyone had tuned in to watch the final match of women’s singles at the US Open, including World Champion sprinter Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. The track and field queen cheered former Grand Slam winner Coco Gauff as she claimed her first US Open victory. The track star’s cheer was particularly heartwarming for a distinct reason. 

While Levrone is currently battling with knee surgery herself, her support for Gauff via social media was anything but lacking. The young 19-year-old tennis sensation found a supportive companion in McLaughlin-Levrone, who excitedly prayed for her win. 

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone pumps tennis champ from home

While several sportspersons cheered for and later applauded Gauff, fans especially noticed the staunch support of Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone for the tennis champion. The athletics icon was continuously watching every move of Gauff as she inched closer to the US Open title. She uploaded a clipping of Gauff recovering in the middle of a match and taking a break on her social media. The Instagram story supporting America’s new favorite carried the words, “LET’S GOOOOOOO.” Her support, along with the that of several other fans propelled Coco to her maiden US Open title. Evidently, Levrone was thrilled to watch the brilliant performance displayed by Gauff today.

Coco Gauff currently holds the sixth rank in the world at the young age of 19, per sources. The two-handed backhand tennis star beat the second seed of the US Open, Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus, to clinch the title. The stellar victory was achieved with 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 match outcomes. Besides, news outlets were heavily talking about a possible upset the young tennis star could cause by beating Sabalenka. The youngster added the sixth career title win to her record and several athletes and sportspersons cheered for her. While on the other hand, the injured track star can’t wait to get back on the field.

Levrone nursing herself for the Olympics

The global track and field ruler from the US has currently withdrawn from all major tournaments. Fans felt her nagging absence at the World Athletics Championship in Budapest where she failed to compete despite qualifying. The highly energetic Levrone holds the world record for the fastest 400m hurdles finish. In fact, the previous record was also created, then shattered by Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, per reports.

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Levrone worked hard the entire 2023 season and qualified for Budapest in 400m hurdles as well as 400m flat. However, the queen didn’t risk a gambit and chose to withdraw her name to nurse her knee injury. Her coach Bob Kersee and Levrone opted to set their sights on Paris over Budapest. While Coco Guaff has already triumphed over everyone, Levrone is looking forward to doing the same very soon.

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