Elena Rybakina Appoints Goran Ivanisevic as Coach Ahead of 2025 Season
In a major shakeup in the tennis world, Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina has announced that Goran Ivanisevic, a former Grand Slam winner and esteemed coach, will join her team as head coach starting in 2025.
Rybakina, who has been a rising force in women’s tennis, sees this collaboration as a step toward cementing her status as a consistent contender on the WTA Tour. “Goran’s experience as both a player and coach is unparalleled. I believe his expertise will help me take my game to the next level,” Rybakina said in a statement.
Ivanisevic, currently coaching world No. 1 Novak Djokovic, has a proven track record of guiding top players to Grand Slam victories. While it’s unclear how his coaching duties will transition, his decision to partner with Rybakina signals a fresh challenge for the Croatian legend.
“I’ve watched Elena closely and admire her power and composure on the court. I’m excited to help her realize her full potential,” Ivanisevic commented.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how this partnership unfolds, with many speculating that Ivanisevic’s expertise in serve and volley tactics could complement Rybakina’s power-driven game.
The tennis world will now watch closely as Rybakina prepares for a new chapter in her career under Ivanisevic’s guidance, aiming to build on her 2022 Wimbledon triumph and chase further Grand Slam glory.