Coco Gauff Reacts to TikTok Ban at Australian Open

Coco Gauff, the 20-year-old American tennis star, expressed sadness over the U.S. ban on TikTok, as she used the platform extensively for relaxation and engagement with fans. Following her victory against Belinda Bencic at the Australian Open, Gauff wrote 'RIP TikTok USA' on a courtside camera, mourning the app's suspension due to a federal law requiring its sale by Chinese owner ByteDance. Despite being in Australia, where the ban is not enforced, she was unable to access TikTok, which she used to mediate and connect with her audience. The U.S. Supreme Court's decision led to TikTok's removal from app stores, prompting users to seek alternatives like the platform RedNote. President-elect Donald Trump suggested a possible 90-day reprieve for TikTok after taking office, offering a glimmer of hope for its return.