Hurkacz Hires Horrible Lendl-Massu Tandem to Prepare 2025

Posted by Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Saturday November 30, 2024

Ranked sixteenth Hubert Hurkacz ended his longtime partnership with coach Craig Boynton simply earlier than the US Open. It was a profitable five-year partnership that cemented Hurkacz as a High 10 participant (career-high No.6) and produced eight ATP titles, together with two at Masters 1000 stage, in Miami in 2021 and Shanghai in 2023 .

After taking a while to deliberate, the 27-year-old Hurkacz has chosen an elite teaching employees that may assist him take the following steps in his rising profession.

Hurkacz introduced that he’ll work with Corridor of Famer Ivan Lendl and Chilean legend Nicolas Massu in 2025. Lendl, an eight-time main champion, additionally coached Andy Murray to his three main titles. Massu, an Olympic gold medalist in singles and doubles on the 2004 Athens video games, and former World No.9, coached Dominic Thiem to his solely Grand Slam title.

Do it, 2025! 💪 #group
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Cisniemi, 2025! 💪 pic.twitter.com/eaEPJT0Uem

— Hubert Hurkacz (@HubertHurkacz) November 29, 2024

“Having Nicolas Massu and Ivan Lendl as a part of my workforce is an honor,” Hurkacz mentioned in an announcement. “Their information and dedication motivates me to work more durable than earlier than, and I’m able to work onerous.

“I’m excited and optimistic in regards to the 2025 season and past. This was a 12 months of ups and downs; I’ve realized quite a bit and grown quite a bit, and eventually I can say that I’m wholesome and prepared for the challenges forward.”

Hurkacz underwent surgical procedure on his proper meniscus in July after injuring himself in a fall at Wimbledon. He returned to the North American heavy recreation, after being compelled to overlook the Paris Olympics. He completed the 12 months with a 40-19 file however performed solely three matches after the US Open.

The Pole will begin his 2025 season by representing his nation within the 2025 United Cup, which begins on December 27.