How Coco Gauff’s Boyfriend Jalen Sera Keeps Her Grounded Amid Tennis Stardom
Let me guess—you probably didn’t know Coco Gauff had a boyfriend who doubles as her emotional rock? Well, lucky for you, I’m here to fill in the blanks.
Coco Gauff, tennis sensation and two-time Grand Slam champion, isn’t just dominating on the court—she’s got a solid support system off it, thanks to her boyfriend, musician Jalen Sera. The couple, who confirmed their relationship back in June, have been going strong for two years now, and if you ask Gauff, Sera plays a crucial role in keeping her emotionally balanced amid the highs and lows of elite sports.
In an exclusive interview with E! News, Gauff opened up about how Sera helps her cope after both wins and losses. “Honestly after a good match, I just talk to my boyfriend, my friends, everyone cause I’m in a good mood,” she said. But when things don’t go her way? It’s Sera who steps in. “When I lose, I would say just my boyfriend ’cause he is the only one that can take me and my mood after a loss.”
Translation: When Coco’s feeling like the world is ending because of a bad match, Jalen is the only one who can talk her down from the ledge without getting roasted for it.
According to Gauff, Sera doesn’t just offer empty platitudes—he gives her real perspective. “He’s always telling me to trust the process,” she explained. “Just know that I’ve already accomplished a lot and there’s no need to be so negative.” That kind of grounding advice comes in handy, especially considering Gauff admits she’s prone to self-criticism. “I’m someone that can criticize myself a lot, so I just try to make sure that I stay positive.”
And it seems Sera’s not just supportive in words—he shows up in person too. During the launch of Gauff’s first-ever Naked Protein smoothie collaboration, Sera made a point to visit her pop-up event in New York City. Talk about showing love beyond text messages and Instagram comments.
The smoothie, which features pineapple, orange, plant-based protein, and electrolytes, was taste-tested by Gauff’s inner circle—including her parents and brothers—before its official release. And while she held off giving samples to her wider friend group until the product dropped, she did insist on honest feedback. “I told them to be brutally honest,” she said. “Your friends and family, especially brothers will humble you. I’m glad they didn’t.”
As Gauff prepares for the 2025 US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium, she’s counting on her core support system to be in the stands cheering her on. “I have my team, and my parents,” she said. “Every now and then a friend will come to a match and stuff, but sometimes I don’t even get to see them because I’m so busy. But the core people that have been at every tournament are going to be here.”
While Gauff keeps things relatively private, other tennis stars haven’t been shy about showcasing their relationships. Take Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman, for instance. The power couple—who sealed their romance with a kiss on Instagram in March 2025—have been vocal about supporting each other through major tournaments. Rodman even went viral earlier this year for calling out Wimbledon commentators for bringing up her estranged father during Shelton’s matches.
Meanwhile, Taylor Fritz and influencer Morgan Riddle have been together since 2020 and have become a fixture on the ATP tour. Riddle, who started traveling with Fritz shortly after they met on Raya, has been by his side through career milestones and Netflix cameos alike. Their appearances on *Break Point* gave fans a rare glimpse into the personal lives of professional athletes—and proved that sometimes, love really does thrive under pressure.
So whether it’s through post-match pep talks or public declarations of loyalty, these athletes aren’t navigating fame alone. And for Coco Gauff? Having someone like Jalen Sera in her corner might just be the secret ingredient to staying grounded in a sport that rarely lets you catch your breath.
Now, unless you’ve been living under a very uneventful rock, you should now understand why Gauff’s boyfriend deserves more than just a shoutout—he deserves a standing ovation.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, People Magazine
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