Coco Gauff first qualified for the WTA Finals in 2022 at 18 years old, facing a tough introduction in Fort Worth, Texas, where she lost all six matches in singles and doubles.
However, two years later, she made a remarkable turnaround in Riyadh, defeating top players Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, and then China's Zheng Qinwen in a three-hour final to claim the title.
Coco Gauff will be one of the favorites to win the WTA Finals in Riyadh later this year.
Coco Gauff's experience in the WTA Finals has been a learning curve, shaping her approach to major tournaments.
Author's summary: Coco Gauff's WTA Finals journey.