Stefanos Tsitsipas’ season can’t be thought-about passable. The Greek champion gained his third title in Monte Carlo, exhibiting that he has a really particular feeling with this event, however he didn’t make the step ahead that was anticipated from a participant together with his expertise.
Stefanos’ rise appears to have stopped, certainly some steps again have emerged in comparison with what he had proven in the beginning of his profession. The tennis participant from Athens had defeated Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic a number of instances after coming into the skilled tour and appeared destined to win a number of Grand Slam titles (and grow to be world No.1).
Nevertheless – after the ultimate loss to Nole Djokovic on the 2023 Australian Open – ‘Tsitsi’ entered a interval of disaster that also haunts him right this moment. The weaknesses of his sport haven’t been resolved, his backhand struggles to be efficient, his confidence is at an all-time low and his opponents have found out tips on how to put him in hassle.
Tsitsipas© Fb – Swiss Indoors Basel
As well as, the spectacular rise of younger champions comparable to Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz has additional distanced the Greek from his purpose of profitable a Main title. Tsitsipas has grow to be a second-tier participant, unable to be a protagonist in an important tournaments away from his beloved purple clay.
The 2019 ATP Finals champion completed the season as quantity 11 within the rating and didn’t qualify for this version of the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin. In 2024, Stefanos gained 45 fights and suffered 22 losses by no means giving the sensation of having the ability to win a Grand Slam title.
This 12 months additionally marked the tip of the skilled collaboration together with his father Apostolos and the start of a brand new collaboration with Dimitris Chatzinikolaou, who is aware of him very properly and can give his finest to convey him again to the best degree. The Greek ace’s 2025 will start on the United Cup, the blended workforce occasion during which he’ll characterize his nation.
Tsitsipas on his 2024 season
“Not making into the ATP Finals this year was a humbling experience, teaching me the value of resilience and perspective,” wrote Tsitsipas on his official Instagram profile. “I strive for it, but I’ve learned that perfection doesn’t exist within me, and that’s okay. Even if you wish for it, it doesn’t come just by the thought of it. The real difference lies in execution and consistent effort.
Change isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It’s a process that requires patience and commitment. Even if results don’t show right away. I trust that these changes will lead me to where I want to go” – he added.
After this robust season, the present world quantity 11 is having fun with some relaxation together with his girlfriend Paula Badosa in Iceland. The 2 champions are very blissful collectively and followers hope that each can expertise a 2025 of nice satisfaction on the tennis courtroom as properly.
The 2025 Australian Open can be essential for the Greek, who has all the time performed very properly at Melbourne Park. Stefanos defeated Federer within the 2019 version and reached the ultimate in 2023, when he couldn’t handle his nerves properly within the ultimate in opposition to Nole Djokovic.
The Greek could be very sensible
‘Tsitsi’ is a really clever man and has by no means been afraid to specific his opinions. The Greek champion is satisfied that tennis is near a revolution and that it wants some important adjustments.
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Apostolos Tsitsipas© Apostolos Tsitsipas/Instagram – Truthful Use
“We’re on the edge of a tennis revolution, one driven by the players,” Tsitsipas defined in an extended message on X.
“It’s no longer about just surviving the Tour; it’s about thriving in it. Change isn’t easy, but if we do this right, tennis could enter a new era of greatness. This is our chance to set the standard for player care and innovation. It’s about taking the game we love and making it better, for players, fans, and the future of the sport. The revolution is here, and it’s going to change tennis for the better.”
He additionally added: “What if we moved from quantity to quality? Imagine fewer tournaments, but each one carrying more importance. It’s not about having a packed schedule; it’s about giving us players enough time to recover, so we’re always ready to give our best on the court. A rotating system for the smaller tournaments could be a solution.
Shortening the season could also make a big difference. It’s not just about avoiding injuries; it’s about keeping players in the game longer. Less wear and tear means more years of top-level tennis, stronger rivalries, and better matches. And let’s face it, the fans want to see the top players competing at their peak.”
