(Provided by Tennis World USA)
Greek tennis star Maria Sakkari has added Mark Philippoussis to her coaching staff after the 2003 Wimbledon runner-up split with Stefanos Tsitsipas, per Craig Shapiro. Last summer, Philippoussis started working with Tsitsipas and their partnership came to an end just before the start of this year’s French Open.
But Philippoussis didn’t have to wait for too long for another gig as he is now working with the top-ranked Greek female tennis player. Before and after splitting with Philippoussis, Tsitsipas spoke only positive things about the 2003 Wimbledon finalist.
That may have played a role in Sakkari – who has a good relationship with Tsitsipas – hiring Philippoussis. Also, Sakkari is still working with her long-time coach Tom Hill.
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Sakkari hires Tsitsipas’ ex-coach Philippoussis
Just before the start of the French Open, Philippoussis announced that he and Tsitsipas decided to part ways.
“Stefanos Tsitsipas, thanks for the opportunity of being a part of your team. It was a great ride and experience, I’m proud of what we achieved together in the short amount of time…
