Served with Andy Roddick
John Isner joins the show talks longest match in history, training as a 7-footer, benefits of college tennis, and more
Jul 23, 2024
Professional tennis player John Isner joins Andy Roddick to discuss playing the longest match in tennis history, the benefits of college tennis, and the transition from professional player to media role. They also talk about Isner's unique playing style, training routine as a 7-footer, and his interactions with other tennis greats.
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Quick takeaways
- Transitioning to post-retirement life brought newfound activities and freedom from training.
- Isner's commitment to mentoring young tennis talents and sharing insights through commentary.
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Transition from Professional Tennis to Post-Career Norms
John Isner reflects on his transition from a professional tennis player to a 'normie' post-retirement. Despite missing the game, Isner enjoys newfound activities and the freedom from the rigorous training and competition on the tour. He acknowledges the challenges of adjusting to a different lifestyle, including humorous encounters like being denied access to events he once graced.
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