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Tsitsipas credits fresh coaching approach after breakthrough U.S. Open win
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas attributed his first-round victory over 10th seed Arthur Fils to the calm and renewed confidence brought by his recent coaching restructure. The 26-year-old said ending his long-standing arrangement with his father Apostolos has stabilised his mental approach to the sport.
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Tsitsipas advanced past American prospect Fils in the opening round of the U.S. Open in New York on Monday, marking a significant moment in what has been a transformative period for the Greek player. Speaking after the victory, Tsitsipas highlighted the positive impact of stepping away from the coaching arrangement that had defined his professional career for many years.
The separation from his father's coaching guidance, Tsitsipas explained, has introduced a much-needed sense of equilibrium to his competitive life. The change represents a significant shift for the 26-year-old, who had relied on his father's guidance throughout his rise to prominence on the professional tennis circuit.
Tsitsipas suggested that the restructured coaching environment has fortified his self-belief at a crucial juncture in his career. The mental recalibration appears to be yielding tangible results, with the Flushing Meadows victory demonstrating his capacity to compete effectively under the new arrangement.
The development comes as Tsitsipas continues his campaign at the year's final Grand Slam, seeking to progress deeper into the tournament and capitalise on the momentum generated by his opening-round performance.