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Coco Gauff named Wheaties' newest champion - Face2Face Africa

American tennis star Coco Gauff is the new champion of the iconic Wheaties cereal box, joining a prestigious list of sports champions who have appeared on the 'Breakfast of Champions.' The front of the box features Gauff in the midst of competition, while the back narrates her early tennis journey, including her inspiration from tennis...

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