Stefanos Tsitsipas Critiques Father's Coaching

Stefanos Tsitsipas has publicly criticized his father and coach, Apostolos Tsitsipas, following a disappointing loss to Kei Nishikori at the ATP Montreal Masters. The 25-year-old expressed frustration over his father's coaching approach, stating, "I need a coach who listens to me as a player," and highlighting the importance of clear communication. Tsitsipas' relationship with his father has come under scrutiny as he has slipped to 11th in the ATP rankings, winning only two titles in the past two seasons. After his outburst during the match, where he ordered his father out of the stadium, Tsitsipas reflected on the need for a collaborative coaching dynamic. While he acknowledged his disappointment, he has not committed to making any changes to his coaching setup. This incident adds to a history of tension between the pair, hinting at a potential reevaluation of their long-standing partnership.