Simone Biles, Coco Gauff steal the spotlight at US Open; fans go wild – Watch

Two of America’s biggest sports stars crossed paths in New York. Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, met 21-year-old tennis icon Coco Gauff at the US Open on Thursday. The meeting quickly spread across social media after Biles shared photos and praised the 21-year-old for “inspiring confidence” in young athletes.Biles has been open about her own struggles with pressure and mental health, especially during the Tokyo Olympics. She said watching Gauff’s growth on and off the court reminds her of the importance of showing strength in different forms. “She’s not just winning matches, she’s showing kids that it’s okay to be yourself,” Biles wrote in her caption.
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For Gauff, the moment came after a straight-sets win that secured her place in the third round.

She thanked Biles for coming and said the gymnast has been a role model since her own junior days. The two exchanged gifts: Biles handed over signed memorabilia, while Gauff offered one of her match towels with a handwritten note.Fans loved the crossover. Replies to the post called it “GOAT meets GOAT" and “the collab we didn’t know we needed.” Sports outlets also highlighted how rare it is for athletes from different arenas to connect so visibly during a major tournament week.

Biles has shifted the global conversation around athlete wellness. Gauff has become a leading voice on confidence, self-expression, and handling fame at a young age. Together, their short exchange at Flushing Meadows carried a message beyond medals and trophies.The US Open continues this weekend, but for many fans, this photo-op was already a highlight. It showed two young women at the top of their fields, trading respect and encouragement on one of the biggest stages in sport.