October 23, 2020
Five Point Friday
Here’s your roundup of the five most interesting things I’m enjoying or thinking about this week.
1.) Federer’s Return to Tennis
Deciding to take most of 2021 off to recoup from another arthroscopic surgery on his right knee, Federer has shared he plans to attempt a return to tennis at the Australian Open – there’s just one caveat. He’ll only participate if he’s 100% healthy.
2.) World #45 Julia Goerges Retires
After 15 years on tour, Julia Goerges from Germany has announced her retirement. A popular WTA veteran, she had a career-high ranking of #9, claimed seven titles, and 479 match wins. Julia also had a career-high doubles rank of #12.
3.) New Behind the Racquet Tour
Pro tennis player Noah Rubin, who’s well-known for his creation of the Behind the Racquet podcast and Instagram account, is taking things one step further with the Behind the Racquet Tour. The first two stops scheduled for 2021 will be in San Diego, CA, and Keller, Texas, and will include a new fast-paced style of scoring, elevated fan involvement, and a festival feel featuring art and music.
4.) 2 Days Left to Vote
Did you know you can influence a player’s entrance into the Tennis Hall of Fame? It’s easy. Head to the Hall of Fame’s website and select any number of five candidates to influence the Hall of Fame’s class of 2021.
5.) Djokovic’s Streetside Lessons
Out walking his dog in Belgrade, Serbia, Novak Djokovic was spotted giving some quick tennis tips to kids in the neighborhood. On a separate note, he’s opted out of defending his Paris Masters title in early November because he won’t be able to add to his ranking points – a function of the ATP Tour’s revised ranking system due to COVID. Currently, he has his sights set on breaking Roger Federer’s record 310 weeks as world #1, which he can accomplish if he holds the spot through March 8, 2021.
Not often you see the #1 tennis player in the world giving lessons to kids in the neighborhood while out walking his dog in Belgrade! @DjokerNole is an absolute class act on and off the court! 🙏🏽🎾🇷🇸 @atptour @novakfoundation #humanity pic.twitter.com/UYY5boOZ1J
— Adam Tatalovich (@AdamTatalovich) October 17, 2020
If you have a moment, I’d love to hear your feedback. Which topic is your favorite? What would you like to see more or less of each week?
Share your thoughts in the comments below and have a great weekend.
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