US Open Day 13 - It’s Coco Time

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Sep 10, 2023

Coco Gauff, the US Open champion, discusses her comeback in the final, Sabalenka's lack of a plan B, the special atmosphere at Arthur Ashe Stadium, and the future implications. The podcast also mentions Coco's rise to becoming a grand slam champion, her journey, mental struggles, and support from her parents. Additionally, there's a discussion on the men's final, Medvedev's game adjustments, and upcoming matches against Djokovic. The hosts share tennis predictions, Koko's gratitude towards Billy Jean King, and announce discounts and promotions for listeners.

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Introduction

00:00 • 4min

The Battle at the US Open

04:11 • 20min

Coco Gauff's Journey to Grand Slam Champion

24:01 • 17min

Opportunity for Coco Golf and AO Travel Discount Code

40:35 • 5min

Discussion on the Men's Final

45:25 • 3min

Medvedev's Game Against Alcaraz and Upcoming Match Against Djokovic

48:03 • 9min

Tennis Predictions, Koko Gough's Gratitude, and Shoutouts

57:21 • 2min

Shout-outs, Promotions, and Advertisements

59:05 • 5min

Coco Gauff is the US Open champion, coming from a set down to beat Aryna Sabalenka in Saturday's final. Catherine, David and Matt discuss the quality of the match, the way in which Gauff brought it back, Sabalenka's lack of a plan B, the special atmosphere inside Arthur Ashe Stadium, Gauff's enlightening press conference, and what it might all mean for the future.

Join us live on YouTube at 2pm New York time before the men's final on Sunday!

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