Goran Ivanisevic, former Wimbledon champion and ex-coach of Novak Djokovic, recently found himself at the center of a heated exchange with fellow coach Patrick Mouratoglou. The tension erupted after Ivanisevic made blunt remarks about Stefanos Tsitsipas’ physical condition and commitment following the Greek player’s early exit from Wimbledon. Mouratoglou, who previously coached Tsitsipas, publicly criticized Ivanisevic’s approach, calling it damaging and unprofessional.
Ivanisevic’s Direct Response
Ivanisevic didn’t hold back when asked about Mouratoglou’s comments. In an interview, he expressed frustration over the public nature of the criticism. He emphasized that if Mouratoglou had an issue, he should have reached out privately. Ivanisevic stated, “If he has a problem with me, he should call me. I don’t go around and talk what I think about him. I better not say what I think about him.” His words reflected a desire to resolve matters face-to-face rather than through media soundbites.
Coaching Ethics Under Scrutiny
The clash between the two coaches has sparked broader conversations about professionalism and ethics in tennis coaching. Ivanisevic believes that coaches should support one another and avoid airing grievances online. He hinted at a possible confrontation during upcoming tournaments in Toronto or Cincinnati, where he hopes to speak directly with Mouratoglou.
Fallout from Tsitsipas Partnership
Ivanisevic’s short-lived partnership with Tsitsipas lasted only a few weeks and ended after the player retired from his Wimbledon match due to injury. The Croatian coach’s harsh critique of Tsitsipas’ fitness and motivation drew mixed reactions, with some defending his honesty and others questioning his tact. Mouratoglou’s defense of Tsitsipas added fuel to the fire, suggesting Ivanisevic was distancing himself from poor results.
A Divided Coaching Community
This public spat has highlighted the challenges of maintaining unity among elite coaches. While Ivanisevic stands by his comments and insists on resolving disputes privately, Mouratoglou’s approach reflects a more open critique of coaching standards. The disagreement underscores the delicate balance between accountability and solidarity in the competitive world of professional tennis.
Tsitsipas in Toronto, ranking, and results in 2025
Ranked no.30, Tsitsipas has a 19-13 win-loss record in 2025. Stefanos is playing in Toronto where he conquered
Stefanos Tsitsipas will play the world no.78 Christopher O Connell in the 2nd round on Wednesday at 5:00 pm on MOTOROLA RAZR GRANDSTAND COURT. They have never competed against each other until now in top tournaments.
The Greek clinched 1 title in 2025 in Dubai.
The Greek won 13 titles in his career: 2 on hard courts, 5 on clay courts, 5 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)