ATLANTA – State Representatives Sandra Scott (D-Rex), Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) and Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain) congratulate Atlanta native Coco Gauff on her recent 2023 U.S. Open women’s Grand Slam title.
“Our history will never be erased,” said Rep. Scott. “Congratulations to Coco Gauff, an Atlanta native, for her incredible win at the U.S. Open. They can take books out of libraries and schools but our history continues to be made every day. They can never take away the impact that Coco Gauff made on the world at the young age of 18. They can never take away our history. So, congratulations to Coco Gauff, her mom and dad; you have made us proud. Our history continues to grow and grow. Congratulations, Coco, on this remarkable achievement!”
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Atlanta-born Coco Gauff on her monumental victory at the 2023 U.S. Open, securing her place in history as a Grand Slam champion,” said Rep. Schofield. “Her win at the U.S. Open marks the beginning of what promises to be a remarkable career filled with more incredible moments and achievements and sending a bright light to all future athletes. Coco’s success underscores the fact that no one can erase our history because we are still making history. Coco will forever be in our history books.”
“Coco Gauff’s historic victory at the U.S. Open is not just a triumph for her, but a shining moment of inspiration for the entire state of Georgia,” said Rep. Davis. “This 19 year-old tennis sensation from Atlanta has shown us that dreams can come true with determination and hard work. Her first Grand Slam title is not just a personal milestone, but also a beacon of hope for our youth. Congratulations, Coco, on your remarkable achievement, and thank you for proving that greatness knows no age!”
Coco Gauff won her first major title on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at the U.S. Open with a 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 victory over Aryna Sabalenka. Gauff is the youngest American to win the U.S. Open since Serena Williams in 1999 and the first American player to win a major title since Sofia Kenin at the Australian Open in 2020.
Representative Sandra Scott represents the citizens of District 76, which includes portions of Clayton County. She was elected to the House of Representatives in 2010 and currently serves as the Minority Caucus Chief Deputy Whip. She also serves on the Banks & Banking, Defense & Veterans Affairs, Human Relations & Aging, Insurance and Reapportionment and Redistricting committees.
Representative Kim Schofield represents the citizens of District 63, which includes portions of Fulton County. She was elected to the House of Representatives in 2017 and currently serves as the Secretary of the Urban Affairs Committee. She also serves on the Creative Arts & Entertainment, Health, Interstate Cooperation and Small Business Development committees.
Representative Viola Davis represents the citizens of District 87, which includes portions of DeKalb County. She was elected to the House of Representatives in 2018 and currently serves on the Defense & Veterans Affairs, Insurance, Interstate Cooperation, Natural Resources & Environment and Urban Affairs committees.
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