“Crazy for me to see” – Coco Gauff sends grateful message to fans turning up in her signature New Balance shoes, promises special gesture in return
Coco Gauff has shared a deeply grateful message with her fans, calling it “crazy for me to see” as supporters turn up at her matches sporting her signature New Balance shoes, promising a special gesture in return that has warmed the hearts of her followers. The world No. 2 posted this heartfelt note on social media late Sunday, July 27, 2025, at approximately 11:46 PM EDT (06:46 AM WAT), reflecting on the surreal sight of fans wearing her CG1, CG2, and Coco Delray models during her recent appearances. Gauff, who has been recharging in Florida after her first-round Wimbledon exit on June 30, 2025, expressed her astonishment and appreciation, stating, “It’s crazy for me to see so many of you rocking my New Balance shoes. It means the world to me.” In a generous promise, she added, “If you’re wearing them, come find me—autographs, photos, basically whatever you want me to do,” underscoring her desire to connect with her growing fanbase.
This gesture comes as Gauff prepares for her competitive return at the National Bank Open in Montreal, starting today, July 27, 2025, where she enters as the top seed with a 33-10 record this year, including her French Open triumph. Her break, featuring a stylish brown bikini photoshoot and a canoe outing with boyfriend Jalen Sera—complete with an alligator encounter—has been a strategic reset following a season of highs and lows. The sight of fans in her footwear, a collaboration with New Balance that began with the CG1 in 2022 and evolved into the CG2 and Delray lines, has evidently struck a chord, reflecting her influence both on and off the court as a Nike-turned-New Balance athlete. Fans on X have echoed her sentiment, with @GauffWatch posting, “Coco’s shoes are everywhere—love the appreciation!” and @TennisFanatic99 adding, “That gesture is pure class.”
Gauff’s message also ties into her US Open title defense, set for August 24, where she aims to solidify her year-end No. 1 bid against rivals like Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek. The special gesture—whether autographs or photos—serves as a thank-you to fans who’ve supported her through her 2025 journey, including her Paris victory and Wimbledon setback with 42 unforced errors. Her Florida retreat, blending relaxation with personal milestones like her concert date with Sera, has fueled this positivity, aligning with her mental coaching focus on resilience, a trait she shares with peers like Carlos Alcaraz.
As the early morning sun rises at 06:46 AM WAT in West Africa, Gauff’s grateful message not only celebrates her brand’s success but also sets an uplifting tone for her Montreal campaign. With her signature shoes becoming a fan favorite, her promise of personal interaction promises to deepen that bond, turning her ‘natural habitat’ recharge into a launchpad for a triumphant North American swing.
