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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 / 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 The Piney Point
The thrilling win by Coco Gauff at Wimbledon has Houston tennis fans on the edge of their seats, and her mention of Kawhi Leonard's iconic shot is a nod to the city's rich sports culture. As a major city with a strong presence of professional sports teams, Houstonians are no strangers to high-pressure, buzzer-beating moments. Gauff's ability to perform under the pressure of the 11 p.m. curfew at Wimbledon is a testament to her skill and mental toughness, traits that are likely to resonate with local fans who have witnessed similar clutch performances by Houston athletes. With Gauff set to face fellow American Jessica Pegula in the quarterfinals, Houston tennis enthusiasts will be watching closely to see how she fares against her opponent, and perhaps drawing inspiration from her determination to succeed at the highest level.
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Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / 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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