Served with Andy Roddick Rybakina’s Momentum, Sunglasses in Tennis, & Why Tiafoe Can’t Throw a Cricket Ball | Q&Andy
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Jan 8, 2026 Andy Roddick dives into Elena Rybakina's potential to carry her momentum into a Grand Slam. He shares the quirky reasons why tennis pros skip sunglasses on the court, from sweat to the challenges of ball visibility. Plus, he hilariously critiques Frances Tiafoe's cricket pitch performance, highlighting the unique skill sets of athletes. Roddick even muses about the chance of losing to a talented 12-year-old junior, adding a playful tone to the conversation.
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Momentum Carries But Isn't Decisive
- Finishing a season on a high note gives players psychological momentum heading into the next major.
- Andy Roddick believes Elena Rybakina can carry late-season form into the Australian Open but matchups still matter.
Don't Substitute Practice For Matches
- You cannot replicate match momentum perfectly in practice; practice matches feel different from real matches.
- Use competitive first-round wins to confirm form and make momentum dangerous for opponents.
Why Pros Rarely Wear Sunglasses
- Pro players often avoid sunglasses because sweat can blur lenses and shades can reduce ball contrast and tracking.
- Andy also cited risk of shades flying off during aggressive head movement as a factor.