damWhen Serena Williams’ former coach speaks, the tennis world listens—and now, he’s setting his sights on the sport’s newest American superstar. Patrick Mouratoglou, the man behind Serena’s dominant decade, has publicly offered to help Coco Gauff fix the one thing that’s been haunting her game: her serve.
Let’s be real—Coco’s serve has been under a microscope since her breakout. Explosive at times, yes. But erratic? Far too often. Double faults, timing issues, and shaky second serves have become regular talking points. And in today’s power-driven game, that’s a liability Coco can’t afford if she wants to challenge the likes of Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, or Elena Rybakina consistently.
Enter Mouratoglou. In a recent interview, the high-profile coach didn’t hold back: “Coco has everything to become No.1—but her serve is the Achilles’ heel. I’d love to work with her and flip the script.” That’s not just coach-speak. That’s a full-on invitation from the man who helped fine-tune Serena’s game into historic greatness.
While Gauff already has a strong coaching team, including Pere Riba and Brad Gilbert, Mouratoglou’s offer has sparked fan debate. Is this a necessary intervention—or just a headline grab?
For Coco, the timing is critical. She’s already a Grand Slam champion in doubles and a U.S. Open singles winner, but her consistency—especially against the top tier—often unravels when her serve falters. Imagine if she could add a reliable, heavy first serve and a dependable second to her already lethal backhand and court speed?
Mouratoglou has a track record of rebuilding players technically and mentally. If anyone could unlock Coco’s full potential, it might just be him. But it raises a bigger question: is Coco willing to tweak her game and let an outside voice join the chorus?
Whether she takes him up on the offer or not, the message is clear—everyone sees Coco’s potential. Even Serena’s former mastermind wants in. Because if Gauff figures out her serve? The WTA tour might be in serious trouble.
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