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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Braidwood

Tennis star explains decision to sack father as his coach before Wimbledon

  • Stefanos Tsitsipas, a former Grand Slam finalist and world No 3, has confirmed he has permanently parted ways with his father, Apostolos Tsitsipas, as his coach ahead of this year’s Wimbledon .
  • Tsitsipas stated that the decision is final, unlike previous temporary splits, and that he is now seeking a "completely different" coaching dynamic.
  • The Greek tennis star, who has seen his world ranking fall to 87th after a challenging period, believes his father has given him everything he could as a coach.
  • He explained that while his father provided comfort, it was not the solution needed for him to advance his career and take necessary next steps.
  • Tsitsipas previously had a brief two-month coaching spell with former Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic last year.

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