In a surprising turn of events, Goran Ivanisevic’s coaching collaboration with Stefanos Tsitsipas has come to a swift end after just two months. This partnership, which started with high hopes before the grass-court season, yielded only a single victory at the Halle Open before Tsitsipas faced a first-round retirement at Wimbledon.

Following the Wimbledon match, Ivanisevic made headlines when he called Tsitsipas the most ‘unprepared’ player he had ever encountered, an assertion that foreshadowed their quick split.

Ivanisevic Calls It the Right Decision

In his first statement post-split, Ivanisevic expressed support for Tsitsipas’s decision to return to his father as his coach, stating, "We had a nice conversation yesterday. Nothing bad. He is going back to his roots." He emphasized that Tsitsipas achieved his best results under his father’s guidance and deemed this shift as the ‘right decision’ for the Greek star.

Ivanisevic also offered heartfelt wishes for Tsitsipas's future, stating, "I hope he gets back where he belongs," further reflecting on their amicable parting.

Tsitsipas Reflects on a Valuable Experience

On his part, Stefanos Tsitsipas shared his gratitude in an Instagram post, describing his time with Ivanisevic as a "brief but intense experience" that proved to be a significant chapter in his career. He expressed admiration for Ivanisevic, acknowledging not only his accomplishments in tennis but also his character.

With the split behind him, Tsitsipas is now gearing up for a series of hard-court tournaments in North America, kicking off with the Canadian Open in Toronto, where he is seeded 23rd.

What’s Next for Ivanisevic?

Meanwhile, Ivanisevic finds himself at another crossroads in his coaching career. Known for his success with stars like Novak Djokovic and Marin Cilic, his recent stints have been challenging, including a brief period with Elena Rybakina earlier in the season.

With Tsitsipas now out of the picture, the 53-year-old is left to ponder his next move. There’s speculation about potential partnerships with players like Alexander Zverev, who is currently training with Toni Nadal, but not officially signed to a coaching relationship.

Additionally, there’s the possibility of Ivanisevic reuniting with Djokovic, given their successful history together and mutual respect.

As fans keep a close watch, it's clear that the world of tennis coaching is as dynamic as the game itself, leaving us eager to see what comes next for both Ivanisevic and Tsitsipas.