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- LeBron James and Coco Gauff named USA flag bearers for the Olympic opening ceremonies.
- Coco Gauff wins her first singles Grand Slam at the US Open in 2023 and a doubles Grand Slam at the French Open.
- LeBron James expresses immense honor and appreciation for being selected as a flag bearer.
Stars and Stripes: LeBron James and Coco Gauff to Lead Team USA
Basketball icon LeBron James and tennis sensation Coco Gauff have been chosen as the flag bearers for Team USA at the upcoming Olympic opening ceremonies.
While LeBron, a veteran athlete, is set to make his final Olympic appearance, the event marks the first for 20-year-old Gauff, who has quickly risen to fame in the tennis world. After securing her first singles Grand Slam title at the 2023 US Open and a doubles Grand Slam at the French Open, Gauff is now poised to represent her country on the global stage in Paris. The announcement, which came as a delightful surprise to Gauff, signifies a comeback after her withdrawal from the Tokyo Olympics due to COVID-19.
LeBron James, a Los Angeles Lakers superstar, has expressed his deep appreciation for the honor of being a flag bearer, a role he deems as a lasting legacy. Both athletes share a connection through basketball, with Gauff being an avid fan and follower of the Miami Heat, a team LeBron led to two NBA Championships. Gauff’s admiration for the sport extends to her favorite player, Jimmy Butler, who supported her during her US Open Championship run.
With the Olympic games set to unfold on the clay courts of Roland Garros, Gauff is expected to compete in both singles and doubles, showcasing her remarkable talent and continuing her ascent in the world of tennis.
