One of the most exciting rising stars of world tennis has confirmed her entry in next year's ASB Classic.
18-year-old American Coco Gauff, currently ranked fifth in the WTA Race Ranking for rankings in 2022 alone, will return to Auckland after playing in 2020.
This year, Gauff reached her first singles Grand Slam final at Roland Garros and the number one ranking spot in doubles following her win at the National Bank Open in Toronto.
Gauff was quick to take up the opportunity to return to Auckland after enjoying her first visit to the country two years ago.
"I am super-excited to be returning to the ASB Classic. It was a bucket list tournament of mine before Covid. I definitely missed New Zealand the last two years and I am excited to kick my year off back in Auckland," said Gauff.