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Served with Andy Roddick

2024 AUSTRALIAN OPEN: Roddick reacts with Jon Wertheim

Jan 30, 2024
Andy Roddick and guest Jon Wertheim discuss the thrilling 2024 Australian Open, focusing on the men's final with Sinner triumphing over Medvedev. They analyze the aggressive strategy of Medvedev and marvel at the emergence of a new prototype of super skinny, athletic tennis players. The evolution of tennis players' physiques and playing styles is examined, along with the tactics and performance of Medvedev. They also highlight the progress of young players and discuss the remarkable qualities of a young player and her father/coach. The benefits and implications of longer tennis careers are explored.
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Quick takeaways

  • Coco Gauff made significant improvements to her serve by adjusting her toss, leading to a more reliable and powerful serve.
  • Aryna Sabalenka has become a more consistent and reliable player, thanks to improvements in her serve and mental strength.

Deep dives

Coco Gauff's Serve Improvement

Coco Gauff made significant improvements to her serve, specifically addressing inconsistencies in her toss. By releasing the ball from her fingertips instead of her palm and at shoulder height, Gauff gained more control and reduced the margin for error. These adjustments allowed her to hit harder and create more spin, resulting in a more reliable and effective serve. With her athleticism and work ethic, Gauff has the potential to become a dominant server in the women's game.

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