“I Saw Your Elton,” Coco Gauff and Frances Tiafoe’s Girlfriend Unexpectedly Bond at Indian Wells Over Mutual Interests
Picture a universe where tennis and fashion collide, and Coco Gauff reigns as the sport’s ultimate style maven. On the court, she dazzles with superhero-inspired looks—think bold cutouts channeling Marvel’s fiercest female icons—while off it, she exudes effortless sophistication. Fans adore her flair, and she’s got the American tennis circle, including chic WAGs like Ayan Broomfield, buzzing about her vibe.
At Indian Wells, Ayan Broomfield, a fashion aficionado who’s collaborated with heavyweights like Hermès and Burberry, was vlogging behind-the-scenes for her YouTube channel. She filmed her partner, Frances Tiafoe, gearing up for his opener against Damir Džumhur. Outside the Tennis Garden, they ran into Coco, who instantly clocked Ayan’s style game. “I saw your Elton…was it the Elton John concert you went to?” Coco asked, nodding to Ayan’s jaw-dropping silver outfit from the 33rd annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party—a sleek number with golden bracelet, bangles, shimmering earrings, and silver heels.
Ayan, in turn, gushed over Coco’s Oscars look from March 2, where she rocked a custom yellow Miu Miu gown alongside her mom, Candi. “I think you had the best situation. Wait, what were you wearing?” Ayan probed. “It was Miu Miu,” Coco replied coolly. The vlog wrapped with Frances nabbing his first win, spotlighting the tight-knit vibe among U.S. tennis stars—though Coco’s dry humor stole the show when she mused about who she’d call in a pinch.
On March 11, the WTA caught Coco in a candid moment, asking who she’d never dial during an emergency. Without hesitation, she fired back, “Definitely Frances Tiafoe.” It’s classic Coco—her banter with Frances is legendary. She once roasted his 2023 US Open fit, dubbing it “confetti,” and took a swipe at his serve with, “Look at it, it sucks.” Their back-and-forth is comedy gold. But she didn’t stop at Frances—she cheekily claimed she’d pick any WTA player over an ATP one. “Women are just better and smarter,” she quipped, before settling on, “I’m sticking with Frances. That’s a man question.”
With a grin, Coco softened the blow—“No offense, you guys”—proving she can toss out zingers and keep it chill. Her bond with Frances clearly thrives on this playful ribbing, promising fans more laughs and witty sparring ahead. Who doesn’t love a tennis friendship that serves up this much fun? As the Miami Open 2025 looms, Coco’s eyeing redemption post-Indian Wells, armed with a favorable draw and her unbeatable charm.
