Former world number one
Andre Agassi will captain Team World for this year’s
Laver Cup. The two-team competition is organized annually, with players representing Team Europe and Team World. As per the latest development, Agassi will captain Team World in the upcoming
edition of the mega-event. He will take over the reins from former world number
one
John McEnroe.
Agassi was quoted in a statement released by the Laver Cup, in which he expressed delight to be a part of such a prestigious event. “I am truly honored to accept the invitation to become the Laver Cup Team World Captain,” he said. In just seven short
years since the Laver Cup began, it’s been so enjoyable for fans, including
myself, to watch the greats of the game team up and compete against one another
in this incredible team environment.
“The competitive level of Laver Cup is off the charts and
it’s easy to see why. You’re there with the team, your peers, guys you respect,
and everybody has a responsibility. For me the key will be understanding and
managing the players’ needs throughout the year and really getting to know them
so that I can select the matchups to give us the best chance to get wins on the
board and bring home the Laver Cup. I hope I can build the rapport, respect and
trust with the players as John has done and I can’t wait to take on this role,
it’s not one I’m taking lightly.”
