Gunna Shows Up to Support Coco Gauff at the WTA Finals in Indian Wells
By Alexus Mosley
Photo Credit: WTA
Coco Gauff had a familiar face cheering her on at the WTA Finals in Indian Wells, California, on Sunday, November 8. Atlanta rapper Gunna was spotted in the stands at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden as the American tennis star opened her campaign with a hard-fought victory over Jessica Pegula.
Gauff defeated Pegula 6–4, 6–7(5), 6–2 in a three-set contest, giving her a winning start to the season-ending tournament. But Gunna's presence added a little star power to an already eventful evening.
Following the match, Gauff acknowledged the rapper during her on-court interview. “Shoutout Gunna, I saw you,” she told the crowd before thanking him for attending and encouraging fans to stream his single, “Pop It.” The two later reunited off the court, posing for photographs and sharing a moment backstage. Gauff introduced Gunna to her brother and presented the rapper with a tennis racquet with “Pop it!!!” on the grip.
Gunna's appearance wasn't entirely unexpected. The rapper and Gauff recently collaborated on the music video for his single “Pop It,” released on October 9. Directed by Spike Jordan, the video features the two on a tennis court, with Gauff showing off her signature serve while Gunna attempts to return the ball. The collaboration brings together two Atlanta-born talents whose respective careers have made them recognizable names in sports and entertainment.
For Gauff, the appearance marked another step into the world of popular culture beyond professional tennis. Already known for her interest in music and fashion, the two-time Grand Slam champion has increasingly embraced opportunities to express herself outside the sport. Gunna, meanwhile, has demonstrated a growing interest in tennis, making the collaboration a natural intersection of their interests.
At 22, Gauff has established herself as one of the most recognizable figures in women's tennis. Her accomplishments on the court have been accompanied by a growing cultural presence, from fashion partnerships to connections within the music industry.
Her appearance in “Pop It” reflects a broader shift in how contemporary athletes engage with entertainment and fashion. Rather than remaining confined to their respective sports, athletes are increasingly participating in the cultural conversations surrounding them.
Gunna's attendance at Indian Wells offered another glimpse of that crossover. This time, Gauff was back in her element, competing against one of the world's top players while a familiar collaborator watched from the stands. And with a victory to begin her WTA Finals campaign, she gave her supporters plenty to celebrate.