Coco Gauff Named Player-Owner for Florida World Team Tennis Franchise
Tennis star Coco Gauff has been named a player-owner for the Florida franchise in the upcoming World Team Tennis season. The team, the Florida Flamingos Racquet Club, will play its home matches in Sunrise, Florida.
West Palm Beach Fort Pierce, FL, September 24, 2026 — Coco Gauff, the acclaimed tennis player, is set to join the upcoming World Team Tennis (WTT) season in a new capacity as a player-owner. The Florida-based franchise, officially named the Florida Flamingos Racquet Club, has announced Gauff’s new role with the team.
The Florida Flamingos Racquet Club will host its home matches in Sunrise, Florida. This development marks a significant move for Gauff, extending her involvement in the sport beyond her competitive career.
The World Team Tennis league features a unique co-ed team format that has historically attracted top professional tennis talent. Details regarding the specific structure of Gauff’s ownership or her playing schedule for the upcoming season have not been elaborated upon in the initial announcement.
The team’s selection of Sunrise, Florida, as its home venue points to the growing interest and infrastructure for professional tennis events in the region. Further information on the WTT season, including schedules and team rosters, is expected to be released in the coming months.
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