In a surprise move, Magda Linette has announced that Agnieszka Radwańska, a former world No. 2 and one of Poland’s most decorated tennis players, will be joining her team as a consultant and second coach. This news comes after Linette parted ways with her coach of 2.5 years, Iain Hughes.
Linette, who is one of the few tennis players to have two coaches on her team, revealed that she had been thinking of adding another coach to her team for some time. „I liked the idea of having someone who could bring a different perspective and help me improve my tennis IQ,” she said in a podcast interview.
The 31-year-old tennis star was thrilled to have Radwańska on board, saying that she was „incredibly delighted” when Radwańska agreed to join her team. „I didn’t think she would want to come back to the tour, so I was pleasantly surprised when she said yes,” Linette added.
Radwańska, who retired from professional tennis in 2018, will not be a full-time coach but will work with Linette on a part-time basis, focusing on specific aspects of her game. „Agnieszka will be part of my team as a consultant, and we’ll work together for around 8-10 weeks,” Linette explained.
The addition of Radwańska to Linette’s team is seen as a major boost to Polish tennis, with many fans taking to social media to congratulate Linette on the move. „This is huge for Polish tennis! Agnieszka Radwańska is a legend, and her experience will be invaluable to Magda,” wrote one fan.
Radwańska’s involvement in tennis has been limited since her retirement, but she has remained a beloved figure in the tennis world. Her decision to join Linette’s team is seen as a ringing endorsement of Linette’s talent and potential.
With Radwańska on board, Linette is looking forward to the new season with renewed optimism. „I’m excited to see how this partnership will work out. Agnieszka’s tennis IQ is at the highest level, and I’m sure she’ll be able to help me improve my game,” Linette said.
As Linette prepares for the new season, she can draw inspiration from Radwańska’s own achievements on the court. Radwańska, who won 20 WTA titles and was a finalist at Wimbledon in 2012, is one of the most successful Polish tennis players of all time.
The partnership between Linette and Radwańska is a significant development in Polish tennis, and fans will be eagerly watching to see how this new chapter unfolds.
Key Statistics:
* Magda Linette is currently ranked No. 43 in the WTA singles rankings.
* Agnieszka Radwańska is a former world No. 2 and won 20 WTA titles during her career.
* Linette has won 2 WTA titles and has been a quarterfinalist at the Australian Open and Wimbledon.
* Radwańska was a finalist at Wimbledon in 2012 and won the WTA Finals in 2015.