Talking Tennis Aryna Sabalenka Data Analyst Shane Liyanage: We learned from US Open loss to turn around Coco Gauff match
Jan 30, 2024
Shane Liyanage, a data analyst for top WTA players, shares insights from his experiences with Aryna Sabalenka and Ons Jabeur. He discusses the lessons learned from their US Open loss that transformed their approach against Coco Gauff in Melbourne. Shane dives into the importance of real-time data sharing and tactical adjustments during matches. He also highlights the emotional dynamics of player performance, including their development and resilience over the past two years, promising exciting futures for his star players.
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Beginnings Of Irina's Fighting Spirit
- Shane describes Irina-Camelia Begu as genuine and charming off court while fiercely competitive on court.
- He cites her fighting spirit and comeback ability, especially referencing the Madison Keys US Open match.
Data Plus Execution Created The Win
- The AO semi-final vs Coco combined deep data work with clear on-court execution and in-match adjustment.
- Shane felt particularly satisfied because the pre-match plan and real-time adaptation both succeeded.
Remote Data, Real-Time Influence
- Shane explains they access Level 3 Hawkeye data and produce reports then iterate heavily with coaches.
- He sometimes provides near real-time answers to teams even when not physically in the box.