As a younger player, I approached each match with intense focus, feeling like my life depended on it. However, over time, this intensity has diminished, leading to a decline in my consistency. I used to have top-level concentration, but that’s not the case anymore.
I need to reignite the hunger I once had for tennis, as it brought me so much joy. I’m not sure why my motivation has waned over the past two months, or even longer. Perhaps I was better at hiding it before, but now I need to address it.
Arriving in New York under less than ideal circumstances, Tsitsipas recently admitted that his form has been in freefall. The issues within his father-son coaching duo, which were previously masked by good results, have now come to light.
In a candid moment with reporters, Tsitsipas acknowledged that his performance has been subpar in recent tournaments. His game has lost its sharpness, his strategies are predictable, and his intensity has decreased. He is seeking answers for this decline.
At 26 years old, Tsitsipas is falling behind younger players like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Faced with a career crossroads, he is determined to regain his winning ways and consistency in major tournaments.
Tsitsipas is currently reflecting on his career and searching for ways to bounce back. Hopefully, this period of self-discovery will lead to a resurgence in his game.
