Coco Gauff Breaks Tennis Style with Denim Shorts on Court

Coco Gauff, a rising star in the tennis world, made headlines this week, not for her on-court performance, but for her unconventional choice of attire. While preparing for practice after attending a Tyler the Creator concert in Los Angeles, the 20-year-old athlete found herself without the proper tennis gear.

In a pinch, she took to the court wearing denim shorts—famously known as “jorts”—and New Balance tennis shoes, a look that quickly gained attention on social media. Although not a planned fashion statement, Gauff humorously addressed the situation on her Instagram, sharing a video of herself playing alongside singer Faye Webster and laughing off the choice as “all I had lolll.”

Despite the unorthodox outfit, Gauff has become synonymous with stylish tennis fashion, especially her partnership with New Balance. Since signing with the brand at just 14, she has gone on to become the only active WTA player with her own signature shoe.

In addition to her successful career on the court, where she finished 2024 as World No. 3, Gauff’s marketability has earned her widespread endorsement deals, making her the highest-earning female athlete in the world.

With $16 million in endorsements alone, Gauff’s fashion choices—whether denim shorts or professional tennis gear—continue to capture attention both on and off the court.