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  • Annacone: Federer Split Was a Mutual Decision

    Annacone: Federer Split Was a Mutual Decision

    Roger Federer and Paul Annacone

    Roger Federer’s coaching split with Paul Annacone has been described as a mutual parting of ways by Annacone in an interview with the newspaper USA Today.

    “After a number of very good, heartfelt, and really thoughtful conversations about what’s best in timing for Roger and also for me,” they concluded it was best to move on, said Annacone. “I think we both feel good about it. I know I do.”

    Annacone still believes 32-year-old Federer has another Major title in him. “I can’t imagine anything other than success coming his way. For me, it’s not a matter of if. It’s a matter of when.”

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    Cover Photo: Marianne Bevis, Creative Commons License

  • Federer and Annacone Part Ways

    Federer and Annacone Part Ways

    Roger Federer and coach Paul Annacone have parted ways.  The 32-year-old Swiss superstar revealed the news in a statement posted on his official website.  The break comes after a poor run of form for the world No. 1, including an early exit at the Shanghai Masters to Gail Monfils.

    Federer’s statement on the split:

    After a terrific 3 ½ years working together, Paul and I have decided to move on to the next chapter in our professional lives. When we started together we had a vision of a 3 year plan to win another Grand Slam title and get back to the number #1 ranking. Along with many other goals and great memories, these 2 main goals were achieved. After numerous conversations culminating at the end of our most recent training block, we felt like this was the best time and path for both of us. Paul remains a dear friend, and we both look forward to continuing our friendship. I want to thank Paul for his help and the value he has added to me and my team.

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    Talk about the split in the Tennis Frontier Forum

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