Former coach of Sharapova, Williams sisters Nick Bollettieri still fighting: "I am still alive and kicking, not much can keep this old Italian down for long"

Nick Bollettieri coached many greats over the years and he's still kicking around after reports of his ill health.

Bollettieri turned 91 earlier this year and recently there has been growing speculation about his rapidly failing health. While the coach is not as healthy as he once was he's still kicking around.

There were rumours about the coach being on his deathbed recently but it was squashed by the coach himself as provided an update on social media:

“I would like to reassure everyone that contrary to what you might have read, I am still alive and kicking. Not much can keep this old Italian down for long. I have my family here and lots of visitors, which makes me very happy!

I love all the messages you send, the phone calls, and the voicemails you leave. I always say, “it ain’t easy”, but it sure is worth it. I am one lucky guy. I wish you all the best”.