Stefanos Tsitsipas has been enjoying a formidable career. Aty 22 years of age, he has already won 5 career titles including the prestigious ATP Finals. The Greek sensation has always given credit to his father and coach Apostolos that has guided him since the very beginning of his fantastic career.
Apostolos about coaching Stefanos
With a recent interview with the ATPTour, Apostolos commented about being Stefanos’ coach and mentor. Apostolos said that he can see himself more as a “life teacher” than a coach and that is a role that should be typical to every father.
“I like to be his life teacher more. He learned a lot of things about tennis and he’s asking for knowledge lately. He wants to improve every time he goes on the court. As a teacher, I have a big responsibility to keep him on the right track. And it’s part of every father’s job to keep their child healthy,” he commented.
Stefanos remained humble
Apostolos thinks that one of the biggest achievements of Stefanos is that he remained humble even during his mindblowing success in tennis to stay the same person.
“He didn’t change from the person I know. He’s humble, loves his community and the people around him. He finds all this energy and strength to develop himself, while also being sensitive and taking care of the people around him. It’s not an easy combination and I’m really impressed,” he added.
Tsitsipas at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2020
Now the world no.
6, the Greek has a 16-6 win-loss record in 2020. Tsitsipas is now competing at the U.S. Open where he defeated Albert Ramos-Vinolas 6-2 6-1 6-1 and Maxime Cressy 7-62 6-3 6-4.Stefanos Tsitsipas will square off with Coric in the 3rd round. The head to head is 1-0 for Tsitsipas.
The Greek conquered 1 title in 2020 in Marseille. Stefanos was the finalist in Dubai.
Tsitsipas won 5 titles in his career: 1 on clay courts and 4 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)