Served with Andy Roddick Full Australian Open Recap w/ Kim Clijsters
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Jan 28, 2025 
Kim Clijsters, a former World No. 1 and Australian Open champion, joins Andy Roddick for a lively discussion on the 2025 Australian Open. They delve into Madison Keys’ remarkable victory and Alexander Zverev's strategy challenges against top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Kim shares her experiences breaking into the Top 100, drawing parallels with rising talents like Learner Tien and Joao Fonseca. Their conversation also touches on the psychological pressures athletes face and the importance of support systems in navigating high-stakes matches.
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Clijsters' 2001 French Open Final
- Kim Clijsters wasn't ready to win the 2001 French Open final.
- She needed to improve her mental game and maturity.
Vulnerability of Champions
- Andy Roddick realized how vulnerable top players like Clijsters can be.
- Despite appearing as superheroes, they share similar anxieties about progress as anyone.
Roddick vs. Federer
- Roddick had to change his game against Roger Federer.
- He had to use less effective strategies because his strengths played into Federer's.