With the new wave of tennis, we have seen the rise of young talent that continues to amuse the tennis realm. With the US Open going on in full swing, tennis enthusiasts are witnessing it all happening live. This includes Academy Award winner Will Smith, who played the role of Richard Williams, father of Venus and Serena Williams in ‘King Richard’. However, this time, he is sidelining the old talent and hailing the new American talent, Ben Shelton and Coco Gauff.

Both young tennis players have made quick strides into the tennis circuit, continuously improving their performance. As the duo reached the quarter-finals in their respective singles categories, Smith has nothing but a sense of swelling pride.

‘King Richard’ star Will Smith hails the new American talent Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton

The critically acclaimed actor Will Smith won his first Academy Award for his iconic role in the movie ‘King Richard’. He played the role of Richard Williams, father and primary coach of tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams. However, this time, he is not hailing the legendary tennis players who have left iconic legacies for the tennis realm to take inspiration from.

This time it is an ode to the young players who are on their paths to set their own legacies. The American actor took to his Instagram to hail the budding tennis stars for their astounding performance at the US Open.

He shared a picture of Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton and stated, “Congrats Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton. Love seein’ the next generation get it done!”

The critically acclaimed movie star has stamped his love for tennis yet again after hailing the new talent. Paving the way for the new generation of tennis players, Smith is avidly encouraging the new wave of tennis.

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However, it is not just Smith. American tennis star Christopher Eubanks too feels that the new generation is gradually taking control of the scene.

Christopher Eubanks sees the tennis realm after Serena Williams, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal 

The dominance of the era when Serena Williams, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal controlled the sport has gradually left the scene. With two of these players retired, and one on the verge of his retirement, Eubanks sees the tide turning over.

As reported by Gazette Extra, Eubanks stated that hanging up racquets is inevitable for legends like these. He also noted that the absence of these legends will lead to a transition period. This eventually will pave the way for the new players to have opportunities to rise and make a name for themselves.

Seems like that is exactly what is happening at the moment. Do you think Ben Shelton and Coco Gauff can continue this streak and find a place in the semi-finals? Let us know your views in the comments below.

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