Australian Open LIVE: Sebastian Korda achieved one of his biggest victories of his career at the Australian Open on Friday, 20th January 2023. While Korda was already overjoyed after defeating the two-time finalist, he received special messages from his mentors Andre Agassi and Steffo Graf. This made the victory even more special. Follow Australian Open 2023 LIVE updates on InsideSport.IN
Australian Open LIVE: Sebastian Korda on MOON, gets ’special text from MENTORS Andre Agassi & Steffi Graf’ after beating Medvedev: CHECK OUT
22-year old Korda defeated seventh seed Daniil Medvedev in straight sets 7-6(7), 6-3, 7-6(4). This victory was one of the biggest upsets in this year’s Australian Open. Following the win, the American youngster revealed about the special moment when he received a text from eight-time Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi. “He texted me. He‘s going to bed now. That’s the last thing he sent me. He’s one of the most special people in my life. ” he said.
“We started talking during Covid in 2020. He’s been one of the biggest parts in my rise. We spend a lot of time together. Yeah, he’s very special to me.” Korda added.
Korda has now reached the fourth round at the Australian Open for the first time in his career. He is now aiming to seal his maiden quarterfinal berth in any Grand Slam event.
He credited the work he did on the mental aspect of his game, following the victory. “I didn‘t feel anything during the match. I just kind of really, really worked hard on just zero negative thoughts,” he said.
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“I mean, throughout this whole year, I haven’t had one negative thought, whether it’s waiting for transportation to go to the courts, whether it’s eating lunch, whether it’s doing anything. That‘s one of the biggest things. More positive than negative energy.”
Hailing from a family of sportspersons, the Australian Open holds a very special place to him. His father Petr Korda was a champion in this tournament way back in 1998. Korda now hopes to emulate his father. “I always knew or I always was told how good of a tennis player I can be.”
“I‘m growing as a person, as a player. Just trying to do the right things. Just have fun, enjoy it, good things will happen,” he concluded. Korda will next face 10th seed Hubert Hurkacz in the fourth round on Sunday, 22nd January 2023.
Australian Open LIVE: Sebastian Korda on MOON, gets ’special text from MENTORS Andre Agassi & Steffi Graf’ after beating Medvedev: CHECK OUT
