Opelka, Gauff, Austin among tennis world to offer condolences amid passing of Alison Riske-Amritraj's father

Coco Gauff, Reilly Opelka, and Tracy Austin are among those who have sent their condolences to Alison Riske-Armitraj following the passing of her father.

Unfortunately, American tennis player Alison Riske-Armitraj announced on her social media the sad news of her father Albert Riske's passing, to whom she dedicated heartfelt words.

"The realization of a life without my dad crippled me both mentally and physically for the past months. The disease ravaged his body, but his spirit never faltered," said Riske.

“To know him, was to know you will never meet anyone else quite like him. Because he was, I am. Forever my hero & inspiration, forever my dad," she added.

Several tennis players sent their support to the American, including the young star Coco Gauff: “Sending you so much love. May he rest in peace.”

Also, the 5-time doubles Grand Slam champion Bethanie Mattek-Sands wrote to her fellow compatriot.: “Ali I teared up reading this message!! Sending you all my love and a big hug… I think you are just as big of a bad*ss yourself. Love you!”

The tennis presenter and brother-in-law of the tennis player., Prakash Armitraj wrote: “Oh Ali. I love you so much. He Will always be with you.”

Other messages that she received came from Tracy Austin and Shelby Rogers, in addition to a comment with many hearts from Reilly Opelka.

"I am so sorry Ali💔 Those are such heartfelt, loving words from a lucky daughter-sounds like an amazing bond! May beautiful memories help sustain you during this difficult time," Former world No. 1 Tracy Austrin wrote.

“Oh Ali this is the sweetest! What an inspiration and he always gave the best advice on safety and preparing for robbers,” “Such amazing memories and words. He will always be looking out for ya! Praying for an overwhelming peace for you and your family and sending all my love and hugs,” said Rogers.