Wimbledon Shocker: Tsitsipas Cuts Ties with Father-Coach!

Wimbledon Shocker: Tsitsipas Cuts Ties with Father-Coach!

Wei Jie Tan
Wei Jie Tan
Published: Jul 01, 2026

Novak Djokovic's opponent will have very little support at Wimbledon

A Daring Break-Up on Tennis' Grandest Stage

In a move that screams 'all or nothing,' Stefanos Tsitsipas has sensationally cut ties with his father-coach, Apostolos, just hours before his monumental Wimbledon clash with tennis titan, Novak Djokovic. This isn't just a personal decision; it's a seismic shift for a player desperate to reclaim his elite status and prove he belongs among the sport's heavyweights.

Key Takeaways:

  • Stefanos Tsitsipas has once again dismissed his father, Apostolos, as his coach.
  • The decision comes right before his highly anticipated Wimbledon second-round match against Novak Djokovic.
  • Tsitsipas expressed a desire for