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Coco Gauff's buzzer-beater at Wimbledon reminds her of Kawhi Leonard’s shot
By Andrew Dampf, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 5, 2026
· 2 min read
There’s not usually a clock ticking down in tennis.Yet for Coco Gauff at Wimbledon on Sunday, the All England Club's 11 p.m. curfew made it seem like there was.And Gauff hit the winning shot at the buzzer.Two minutes before 11, Gauff converted her first match point with a service winner out wide ...
Key takeaway Yet for Coco Gauff at Wimbledon on Sunday, the All England Club's 11 p.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
In Montgomery County, where sports enthusiasts often gather to discuss the latest games, Coco Gauff's thrilling win at Wimbledon is likely to be a topic of conversation. The fact that Gauff, an American tennis player, drew inspiration from Kawhi Leonard's iconic shot in 2019 will resonate with local basketball fans. Gauff's experience playing basketball as a kid may also spark interest among young athletes in the Magnolia area who participate in both tennis and basketball. As Gauff advances to the quarterfinals, her matchup against fellow American Jessica Pegula will be closely watched by tennis enthusiasts in the Houston area, including those in Magnolia. The local community will be rooting for Gauff as she takes on her next challenge, and her determination to succeed will undoubtedly inspire young athletes in the area to pursue their own passions in sports.
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Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? There’s not usually a clock ticking down in tennis.Yet for Coco Gauff at Wimbledon on Sunday, the All England Club's 11 p.m. curfew made it seem like there was.And Gauff hit the winning shot at the buzzer.Two minutes before 11, Gauff converted her first match point with a service winner out wide ...
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