The debate is over - Andre Agassi weighs in on the best backhand in tennis history
ATPThursday, 15 August 2024 at 07:30
There has been healthy discourse regarding who has the best backhand in tennis history, and eight-time Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi has finally put the debate to rest after revealing his opinion on the subject.
Over the past few weeks, there has been discussion over the rise and subsequent disappearance of the one-handed backhand in tennis, particularly at the higher levels. The likes of Roger Federer, Richard Gasquet and Stan Wawrinka popularized the one-handed backhand, but lately the sport has been dominated by players who use two-handed backhands, like Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
Agassi reveals his pick for best backhand: Himself
The former World No.1 was known for his ball-striking ability off both wings, but was particularly effective with his backhand. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the retired American ace believes he possessed the best backhand in tennis history, due to it's effectiveness and quick take-back.
"I never hesitated," said Agassi in a recent interview. "I would take my backhand, because when the ball was on my racket, I knew exactly where I would send it.
"I choose mine, because when the ball was on my racket, I knew exactly where it would end up. This shot has paid me back in a very important way during my career."
"I choose mine, because when the ball was on my racket, I knew exactly where it would end up. This shot has paid me back in a very important way during my career."
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AceOfBase17-09-2024 - FYI: The term 'snub' is a much overused verb by writers of sensationalist rags. [SNUB: rebuff, ignore, or spurn disdainfully]. That is not the definition of what is going on with frequent withdrawals from tournaments.
mandoist16-09-2024 - No offence, Mr. Lloyd, but where have you been the past two years?? How long have you been a tennis fan? This 'article' may be informative for newbies or fair-weather tennis observers but the majority of fans know the root of the multiple issues within WTA. The #1 issue being the subject of health & well-being which has been (or has attempted to be) addressed with the WTA Elitist council members last season. WTA was extremely dismissive of players' concerns and opposed to such a meeting. Eventually giving-in due to publicity and allowed selective players only -- no rep's, no medical personnel, and no team members. The meeting was a farce as WTA soon after that released an even more hectic schedule... with mandatory tourneys! Guess they weren't taking notes?? BTW: There is a lot missing from this piece concerning "withdrawals". No writer has yet taken the jump to get behind the scenes and dig at the problems -- obvious organizational problems. IMO, the top two issues are WTA's lack of proper attention to health & well-being of its Money-Makers; and Financial Greed. Tip to Mr. Lloyd: there is no "snubbing" when these players withdraw. These women have to take such measures as withdrawing from a tourney, and occasional time-off from the circuit, to protect themselves -- because WTA refuses to take any measures at all (although not allowing matches until sunrise is a start). Surely you can do better than point fingers at players. The finger-pointing should be directed entirely at WTA (and ATP). Be a true journalist, Mr. Lloyd, and research them!!mandoist16-09-2024
- Uh-oh.... Now Raducanu is being forced to compete! Let's see who withdraws next... I wonder??mandoist15-09-2024
- And this is such a shock to WTA?? How many times are they (WTA & ATP) going to keep stepping in their own s*** ???mandoist15-09-2024
