Gauff ‘overwhelmed’ and ‘shocked’ after maiden WTA title win in Linz

Gauff at the age of only 15 has claimed her first WTA singles title after coming into the tournament as a lucky loser.

The American was understandably shocked and overwhelmed by the situation and said that it’s especially crazy considering her route in the tournament.

"I’m still overwhelmed and shocked," the singles champion told the press, after her victory.

"I guess it’s crazy to say it’s my first WTA title. This was definitely not on the calendar at the beginning of the year, because I didn’t think I’d have a chance to get in, and now I’m the champion, so it’s crazy."

"It’s just literally insane that I got in as a lucky loser and now I’m the champion," Gauff said.

"My dad told me when I got in, before the first main-draw match, he said ‘You can’t lose twice in the same tournament!’" Gauff continued. "I’m sure he never thought it would come this far, to being the champion, but I guess he was right!"

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