Why Stefanos Tsitsipas Ended Partnership with Mark Philippoussis: The Search for a Single Voice

Mark Philippoussis reveals why Stefanos Tsitsipas ended their partnership (Provided by Tennis World FR)

Mark Philippoussis claims Stefanos Tsitsipas wanted ‘one voice’ in his dressing room and that’s why their partnership ended. At Wimbledon, Philippoussis was spotted in Tsitsipas’ box.

The pair continued their collaboration beyond the grass-court season and Tsitsipas seemed content with what Philippoussis was bringing him. But just before this year’s French Open, it was reported that Tsitsipas and Philippoussis had ended their partnership.

Tsitsipas now only works with his father Apostolos Tsitsipas, who has been part of his team since day one.

Philippoussis: Tsitsipas wanted a single voice

“Stef wanted a single voice, it was important to him.

I think the most important relationship is the one you have with your family. He has his father and he has to focus on that. I wish him the best, he’s a great boy and I hope he gains confidence and starts winning matches,” Philippoussis told Tennis Majors.
During Roland-Garros, Tsitsipas was questioned on the reasons which pushed him to separate from Philippoussis.

At the time, Tsitsipas said it was a mutual decision and that he wanted to work with one coach: “It was a mutual decision. We spent countless hours on the phone chatting a few weeks ago.

It’s never easy to have two coaches on the field. I know that they are there to help me and give their best, and that they take care of me. But sometimes, it’s a bit hectic to have two coaches who share their opinions.

I’m at a stage in my career where I need one coach who can provide me with all the information, all the analysis, all the things I’m looking for to improve my game..

“During his time with Philippoussis, Tsitsipas has improved his volley technique and the Greek now comes up to the net more often. Meanwhile, the Greek seems to be floating on a cloud of happiness with his new girlfriend Paula Badosa.

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2023-07-07 05:00:33
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