BREAKING: Coco Gauff Sues Elon Musk for Bribery and Racial Discrimination in Unprecedented Tennis Scandal
In a development that has sent shockwaves through both the sports and tech industries, American tennis star Coco Gauff has officially filed a lawsuit against tech billionaire Elon Musk, accusing him of bribery and racial discrimination. The suit, filed in a federal court just minutes ago, alleges that Musk attempted to influence key tournament decisions while also making discriminatory remarks targeting Gauff’s racial and national identity.
A Stunning Accusation
According to Gauff’s legal team, the accusations stem from events surrounding this year’s Wimbledon tournament. Gauff, who has been a vocal advocate for racial justice and equal opportunity in sports, claims Musk used his influence with sponsors and tournament stakeholders to push for outcomes that would “undermine the credibility and integrity of diverse athletes.”
The most shocking part of the lawsuit, however, is the allegation that Musk made direct and derogatory statements about Gauff’s race and nationality during a closed-door sponsor meeting earlier this year.
“No amount of trophies should make her think she belongs here,” Musk allegedly said, according to court documents.
“This isn’t about tennis anymore — it’s about drawing the line,” Gauff said in a short, emotional press statement released moments after the filing.
The Bribery Allegations
Gauff’s lawyers argue that Musk offered financial incentives to tournament officials and media entities to downplay her visibility during coverage, limit her prime match slots, and favor European players in scheduling and endorsements. The lawsuit suggests this was part of a larger pattern of influence by Musk to reshape public perception of athletes based on “personal biases and global image strategy.”
They claim there is substantial digital evidence—emails, recorded meetings, and financial trails—that will support the charges in court.
Global Media Frenzy
The case has ignited a media firestorm, with outlets from CNN and BBC to ESPN and Reuters scrambling for exclusive interviews and documents. Hashtags such as #JusticeForCoco, #MuskControversy, and #TennisOnTrial are already trending worldwide.
Reactions have been swift and intense. Tennis legends like Serena Williams and Billie Jean King have voiced support for Gauff, praising her courage for standing up against what they call “systemic abuse of power.”
“No one should feel less than because of their identity — especially not in a sport that claims to value fairness,” said Williams on X (formerly Twitter).
Musk, for his part, has yet to respond officially, but sources close to his team claim he “categorically denies all allegations” and is preparing a countersuit for defamation and damages. SpaceX and Tesla have declined to comment.
What’s Next?
The court has scheduled an emergency hearing within the week, and Gauff’s legal representatives are calling for a full investigation by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and Wimbledon organizers.
“This is not just about Coco — it’s about ensuring no athlete, regardless of race or background, is ever made to feel small again,” said her lead attorney.
As the tennis world holds its breath, one thing is clear: this lawsuit marks a turning point. Whether it results in legal victory or not, Coco Gauff’s decision to speak out is already reshaping the narrative of power, privilege, and prejudice in global sport.
