“Oh god, I love it,” Serena Williams congratulates Coco Gauff for being the flag bearer of USA

Coco Gauff will get a taste of her first Olympic Games in Paris.

“Oh god, I love it,” Serena Williams congratulates Coco Gauff for being the flag bearer of USA

Coco Gauff and Serena Williams (Via Imago)

23-time Singles Grand Slam champion Serena Williams is full of praise for the 20-year-old Coco Gauff, who was selected as the flag bearer for the USA at the Paris Olympics. The current US Open champion will share this honor alongside LeBron James.

Williams was seen at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony with her husband, Alexis Ohanian, and daughter, Olympia. She congratulated Gauff on her achievement and was optimistic about her chances of winning a gold medal at the Paris Olympics.

It’s amazing. Isn’t that great? I’m so excited to see her tonight. I’m just so happy for her. Oh god, I love it.
Serena Williams said via live broadcast of Olympics

Gauff’s responsibility as the flag bearer only adds to the spotlight she will have at the event. The 20-year-old will have to fulfill the expectations of American fans who have seen a heritage of gold medals in tennis, mainly because of the Williams sisters.

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Serena has won four Olympic gold medals in her career, one of which was in singles at the 2012 London Games. Her sister, Venus Williams, has five Olympic medals to her name, four of which are gold.

Coco Gauff and Lebron James are the perfect choices for USA flag bearers

LeBron James is set to make history again. At 39, the NBA superstar is about to compete in his fourth Olympics. He will be one of two flag bearers for the U.S. team at the Paris Olympics on Friday. Coco Gauff, the 20-year-old U.S. Open champion, will be the other flag bearer. James will be the first male basketball player to carry the flag for the U.S.

Coco Gauff and LeBron James
Coco Gauff and LeBron James (via Imago)

The two-time Olympic gold medalist was chosen by his fellow Olympians to carry the flag. The thing is that flag bearers are not always the most famous athletes but those who inspire with their performance. James is more than an athlete as he is a potential NBA hall of famer and a political figure. This choice is significant because the 39-year-old has been vocal on social issues.

In 2012, James and his Miami Heat teammates spoke out against the killing of Trayvon Martin. He has also spoken against police brutality and racism frequently. James was a strong voice for “Black Lives Matter.” His political stance has made him a target for criticism from some politicians and media.

James’ political actions have not always been smooth. He has faced criticism for his stance on China due to his financial interests. However, he has not shied away from speaking out. This contrasts with Michael Jordan, who avoided political involvement.

Gauff has also been brave in her political statements, speaking at a Black Lives Matter rally at 16. The choice of James and Gauff as flag bearers symbolizes a rejection of the idea that dissent is unpatriotic. It shows a preference for progress and a stand against division.

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