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Coco Gauff's buzzer-beater at Wimbledon reminds her of Kawhi Leonard’s shot
By Andrew Dampf, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· 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 San Antonio
San Antonio sports fans who recall Kawhi Leonard's memorable shot for the Toronto Raptors in 2019 can appreciate Coco Gauff's reference to that moment after her own thrilling win at Wimbledon. The pressure of beating the clock, in this case the All England Club's 11 p.m. curfew, added an extra layer of drama to Gauff's match against Belinda Bencic. For local tennis enthusiasts, Gauff's success is a reminder that the sport is alive and well in the Alamo City, with numerous courts and programs available for players of all ages and skill levels. As Gauff moves on to the quarterfinals, San Antonio fans will be watching with interest, particularly as she faces fellow American Jessica Pegula in the next round. The matchup between two American players will likely generate excitement among local tennis fans, who can appreciate the skill and strategy involved in the sport.
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Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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