WATCH: A young girl's "I love you" makes Frances Tiafoe's day at 2023 Mexican Open
American tennis player Frances Tiafoe is currently in Acapulco for the 2023 Mexican Open. During a practice session, a young girl professed her love for Tiafoe, which made the tennis player's day.
Tiafoe faces a formidable challenge in the form of Japanese tennis star Yoshihito Nishioka in the opening round of the Mexican Open. The two players have squared off twice at the highest level, with the American emerging victorious on both occasions. The first encounter took place on the clay courts of Estoril in 2019, while the second was at the 2021 Rogers Cup.
In a practice session in Mexico, a crowd of spectators had gathered to watch the players. Tiafoe was practicing on the court when the young girl began to vocally express her admiration for him. This heartwarming display of affection made the World No.15's day, and he responded with a wide, beaming smile and reciprocated her love.
The Abierto Mexicano de Tenis page shared the adorable video on their social media pages. Tiafoe shared the video on his social media along with three finger-crossing emojis.
You can watch the video here:
The 25-year-old will be hoping for a good outing in Mexico before heading to the Indian Wells Masters, which commences next week.
Frances Tiafoe gunning for his first Mexican Open title
Frances Tiafoe is determined to win his first Mexican Open title. The American has been a regular at the clay court tournament for the past few years but has yet to make it past the Round of 16.
In 2019, he was defeated by fellow countryman Mackenzie McDonald in the Round of 16 in three sets, 6-7(7), 7-5, 6-3. The following year, he was eliminated in the first round at Acapulco by Stan Wawrinka in three sets, 6-3, 6-7(4), 7-6(1). In 2021, the American was ousted by Lorenzo Musetti in a thrilling three-set match, 2-6, 6-3, 7-6(1).
Since turning pro in 2015, Tiafoe has established himself as a formidable force on the ATP tour. He caused a major upset at the 2022 US Open, beating 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal in the fourth round in four sets, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3. This remarkable victory was a testament to the American's skill and determination.