Stefanos Tsitsipas' return to the highest level is certainly good news for the world of tennis. A player of his talent could not settle for a secondary role and his difficulties had become too acute, as evidenced by the results he has achieved in the last twelve months (except for his third triumph in Monte Carlo in spring 2024).
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After his untimely elimination at the 2025 Australian Open, the Greek ace decided to work on himself and made the courageous decision to change rackets.
This move apparently very risky gave excellent results right from the start and his level at the Dubai ATP 500 was much higher than his recent standards. The 2019 ATP Finals champion has improved significantly with his backhand, he has become more powerful from baseline and these advances have also given him confidence from a mental point of view.
After winning his first ATP 500 in the United Arab Emirates, the former world number 3 is continuing to play well at the Indian Wells Masters 1000 (a tournament in which he had never shone during his career).
This very slow surface seems to favor the game of the star from Athens, who can be considered together with Daniil Medvedev as the second favorite for victory behind Carlos Alcaraz.
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Stefanos is working well
In addition, it seems that his collaboration with Dimitris Chatzinikolaou who replaced his father Apostolos is working better and better from all points of view.
"Our relationship is very honest and frank, there is no filter" - revealed 'Tsitsi' after defeating Matteo Berrettini in two sets.
"I have a feeling that we can talk about anything and our communication is excellent so far. We often discuss what I can improve and what we need to work on for the future.
He is very open-minded and knows how to listen, unlike many other coaches. I don't pretend to know everything and Dimitris is humble enough to know that he's not perfect either. We are working very well together," concluded the Greek, who will face Holger Rune for a place in the quarterfinals.
