Former
tennis player Spencer Segura believes that Jannik Sinner would make a
difference if Jimmy Connors coached him.
Spencer
Segura is a former tennis player who was not in the spotlight of the tennis
world, but managed to reach a singles ranking of 193 and compete in the main
draw of the Australian Open. Segura was also a doubles partner of his close
friend and tennis legend Jimmy Connors.
In the
program "Advantage Connors," a podcast hosted by the 8-time Grand
Slam champion and his son, Segura commented on Jannik Sinner's ability to
defeat Carlos Alcaraz, most recently at the 2023 Miami Open, and how both young
stars push each other to improve.
"That
match with Jannik Sinner was a great match in Miami," he said.
"Because Sinner can beat Alcaraz. He’s one of the few guys who pushes him
and beats him. They’re like 3-3 head-to-head. You can tell they’re pushing each
other to get better because Sinner’s going for so much because Alcaraz gets to
every fricking thing," Segura said.
The
Ecuadorian-American emphasized that the 2022 US Open champion learned more from
that defeat than the Italian did.
"But
where Alcaraz takes that loss and learns more from it and kind of grows more in
a way than Sinner does from the win," he added. "Sinner can win those
matches against the best player in the world but we’re still waiting for him to
make that jump to make a semi," he added.
According
to Segura, Sinner's performances could improve significantly if he trained with
Jimmy Connors, and he recalled the rivalries with Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe.
“If Sinner
was coached by your dad on how to play the big points, that would make a huge
difference," Segura said. "Like Connors-Borg, Connors-McEnroe, it
comes down to the key points. And the guy who knows how to play those points is
going to win that match.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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