Coco Gauff reveals shot she ‘modeled a lot’ after Novak Djokovic

But 20-year-old Gauff acknowledged that she has gotten to know Evert and also spoke very highly of the former 18-time Grand Slam champion’s personality and the on-court style she was rocking back then.

After showing major respect and appreciation for Evert, Gauff also paid the ultimate respect to Djokovic’s backhand – which is widely considered one of the best shots in men’s tennis. “I think once I turned pro is when I watched a little bit more of her old tapes. It’s definitely a different game. I wouldn’t say I modeled my backhand after hers. Well, my team tried, then I tried to model it after Novak Djokovic a lot. That’s where that inspiration comes from,” Gauff said.

Gauff on her backhand technique
When asked if she is using her left hand more than her right hand when hitting on the backhand side, Gauff shared that she was taught to use more her left hand when going for that particular shot.

“I think for me, my backhand most of the time when I’m making corrections if I miss it in the net, I’m always saying to use more left hand,” Gauff said.

“Everybody is different. I don’t know. I’ve been taught to use more of your left hand on the backhand. The right kind of helps you get the power, but the left is definitely what you use for the control and to change the height and everything.