Osaka told Gauff’s parents and the crowd: “You guys raised an amazing player. I used to see you guys training in the same place as us.
“The both of us made it and are working as hard as we can. I think you guys are amazing and Coco is amazing.
“I think this is the most focused I have been since Australia. I am sorry for playing you in this mentality. It was super fun.
“Thanks for coming out, the energy was crazy even though it wasn’t really for me.
“I have watched her [Coco] play a couple of times and always thought she was an incredible mover. It was an incredible atmosphere too.”
The tennis community came out in force to hail the duo after their moment.
Sloane Stephens said: “This support is what tennis should be about. Well done @Naomi_Osaka_ @CocoGauff.”
Nicole Gibbs wrote: “Wow – @Naomi_Osaka_ inviting @CocoGauff to be part of after-match press.
“Take a bow, both. Such a special moment.”
Former player James Blake said: “@Naomi_Osaka_ asking @CocoGauff to be a part of this interview is so thoughtful and nice.
“These are going to be two great champions for a long time. Amazing tennis from Naomi as well.”
Billie Jean King wrote: “Congratulations to @Naomi_Osaka_, who showed greatness on and off the court. @CocoGauff now knows what she needs to do to get to No. 1.
“How fortunate we all are to have witnessed the dawning of a new era in women’s tennis.”