Coco Gauff and her brother Cameron Gauff, 10, looks a a gift book next to their parents Corey and Candi Gauff after a ceremony celebrating the two refurbished public tennis courts at Pompey Park as part of the US Open Legacy Initiative, which was created in honor of Gauff's 2023 U.S. Open women's singles on March 19, 2024 in Delray Beach, Florida.

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Who Are Coco Gauff’s Parents? All About the Athletic Roots of the 2025 Roland Garros Champion

There was a feeling of disbelief when Coco Gauff saw the ball going out and it was set in stone that she is the Women’s Singles Champion at the 2025 French Open. Gauff’s mother was jumping with joy and Gauff just ran straight to meet her team and her parents!

At just 21, Coco Gauff has risen as a formidable name in the sport. She began her tennis journey at 5, and won her first tournament, surprisingly at 8 (Little Mo 8-under nationals), proving that she is here to carry forward the legacy of the legendary Williams sisters. Gauff turned pro at 14 (2018 ITF Tournament Florida) and won 10 singles (including the 2023 US Open and 2025 French Open) and 9 doubles titles. Under Pere Riba’s mentorship, she qualified for Wimbledon as the youngest player (15) of the Open Era to reach the main draw without any qualifier.

Gauff’s impressive rise in tennis was no surprise. With athletic genes in her DNA, it was more like a sealed destiny. Born in 2004 in Atlanta, Georgia, Gauff received immense support from her parents to pursue her dream. Her parents, Corey and Candi Gauff, left their jobs in Atlanta and returned to Florida because the city had better training opportunities for their daughter’s tennis career. Therefore, to understand Gauff’s drive and discipline, read about the key people who shaped her path- her Parents.

Inside Coco Gauff’s exceptional family: Her Parents and Siblings

Both of Coco’s parents are athletes. In an interview with The NY Times in 2019, father Corey Gauff admitted that his and his wife’s athletic background may have helped them raising their childrent so ambitious and disciplined. Years later, Gauff acknowledgd the foundation, paid tribute to her parents after her 2023 US Open win.

“Thank you guys. You believed in me from the beginning, My dad took me to this tournament, sitting right there, watching Venus [Williams] and Serena [Williams] compete, so it’s really incredible to win on this stage,” she said in her post-victory speech.

Coco Gauff’s beautiful words for her dad after winning US Open:

“He was the first person I saw. That was the first time I saw my dad cry. At the French Open, he claims he wasn’t crying. But today, I saw it.. I rarely see my mom cry either.. That moment. I’ll never forget that… pic.twitter.com/ocSPo5PVpj
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) September 9, 2023

Apart from her parents, Gauff’s two brothers are her two constant cheerleaders. They, Codey and Cameron, also share the family athletic spark and play baseball and football, respectively.

Coco Gauff’s father- The Man Behind it All!

Gauff’s father, Corey Gauff, was a basketball player at Georgia State University and the one who instilled the passion for tennis inside her brilliant daughter. When a young Coco was thrilled by Serena Williams’ epic 2010 AO win on television, it was her father who introduced her to the GOAT. He also developed creative ideas to nurture Coco’s love for tennis.

“My favorite was like when it rained, my dad was like set the couches up in a row as like a net and we were just like hit back and forth and play in the base pit,” she reflected.

"That man has supported me through so much."

Coco Gauff and her dad Corey, together from the beginning ❤️✊ pic.twitter.com/Kxn3wbcwvA
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) September 9, 2023

Corey Gauff quit his job to become his daughter’s full-time coach. Despite having no prior experience in the sport, he learned it to train Coco. From those early years to now, Coco Gauff finds her ultimate support in her father. When she exited the 2025 Stuttgart Open after a devastating loss to Jasmine Paolini by 4-6 and 3-6, her father cheered her up with a bouquet and a note- “Happy Easter, Your work will pay off. God got you, and so do I. Love, Dad.”

Such support helped in Gauff’s indomitable mental fortitude. In a press conference after the 2023 US Open quarterfinals, the WTA No. 2 said, “They’re just really my support system. They’re helping me remember, you know, my clothes and everything, and my dad is still sending me scouting reports for every match. But my mom is more so, you know, just being mom. My dad just being dad, other than the scouting report part.“

Coco Gauff’s Mother

Gauff’s mother, Candi Gauff, was a gymnast-turned heptathlete. She played on Florida State University’s track and field team. During her high school days, she was a five-time state champion in Florida and named the South Florida Sun Sentinel Athlete of the Year twice.

Candi Gauff is a familiar face on the stands while Coco fights on the court. Reflecting on her mother’s support, the former US Open champion once said, “It’s great to have my mom. She’s my biggest fan, for sure. Having one or both of my parents, I think, always makes the tournament easier.” While Coco chases the 2025 French Open glory, her mother remains her constant travel partner and supporter in the City of Love.

Also read: How Old Was Coco Gauff When She Turned Pro? A Look at the Prodigy and Her Achievements Since Turning Pro!