Goran Ivanisevic, the former tennis star known for his successful coaching stints, has announced an ambitious plan to elevate Stefanos Tsitsipas into the top five of the ATP men’s tennis rankings. This collaboration comes as Tsitsipas seeks to revitalize his career after experiencing a significant drop to world No. 26.
Ivanisevic, who has previously guided prominent players like Novak Djokovic and Marin Cilic, sees great potential in Tsitsipas to reclaim his status in the sport. Tsitsipas has struggled with consistency and form despite previously reaching the heights of world No. 3 and competing in two Grand Slam finals.
In a recent interview, Ivanisevic highlighted their meticulous approach to find the ideal racket for Tsitsipas, stating that they went through 12 different rackets before discovering a fitting option. While Ivanisevic noted that quick results may not be imminent, he expressed strong faith in Tsitsipas’ ability to bounce back through hard work and teamwork.
Tsitsipas will make his first appearance under Ivanisevic at the Halle Open this week, entering the tournament unseeded for the first time in years. He faces stiff competition, particularly a likely match against fifth seed Francisco Cerundolo in the second round.
As this new partnership unfolds, it brings with it a sense of anticipation across the tennis community. With Ivanisevic’s wealth of experience and Tsitsipas’ undeniable talent, there is hope that this collaboration could lead to an impressive resurgence in Tsitsipas’ career. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching to see how this dynamic duo performs and whether they can achieve great success in the upcoming grass-court season.