Rest in peace my friend and my coach. I was blessed to have you in my life ❤️
The tennis world is mourning the loss of Kristijan Schneider, former coach of Croatian Borna Coric, who has passed away aged 41.
The Croatian player confirmed the news on social media writing:
"Rest in peace my friend and my coach. I was blessed to have you in my life."
Schneider, also known as “Kiki”, had been battling abdominal cancer.
Those involved in a fundraising effort to support his treatment included
Italian World No. 197 Thomas Fabbiano and Gilles Cervara, coach of World No. 2 Daniil Medvedev.
Another Croatian, WTA star Ana Konjuh, paid tribute to Schneider on Instagram.
“I’m lost for words. Until we meet again, save me a hug up there. Rest in peace Kiki."
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