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Auger-Aliassime Names Ljubicic As New Coach
Felix Auger-Aliassime appoints Ivan Ljubicic, former Roger Federer coach, to boost Tour momentum.
In brief
Felix Auger-Aliassime appoints Ivan Ljubicic, former Roger Federer coach, to boost Tour momentum. Felix Auger-Aliassime confirmed Ivan Ljubicic, who coached Roger Federer, as his new coach to regain Tour momentum after recent losses. Originally reported by UBITENNIS.
New coaching move
Felix Auger-Aliassime begins working with former player and coach Ivan Ljubicic to regain Tour momentum after early-round losses at US Open and China Open.
Previous coach
Auger-Aliassime stopped working with Frederic Fontang, his mentor for a decade, shortly after Wimbledon.
Ljubicic's background
Ljubicic coached Roger Federer, who won three Grand Slam titles under his guidance, and also worked with Milos Raonic.
Social media announcement
Auger-Aliassime wrote on Instagram: 'Excited to start a new chapter with Ivan. Let’s get to work.'
“Excited to start a new chapter with Ivan. Let’s get to work.”
FFT involvement
Ljubicic will continue his role with the French Tennis Federation as a special advisor, confirmed by the FFT.
Current season stats
Auger-Aliassime is 36-16 this season, winning one title in Montpellier, with key events including Paris Masters and Brussels ATP Finals.
The main idea
Felix Auger-Aliassime confirmed Ivan Ljubicic, who coached Roger Federer, as his new coach to regain Tour momentum after recent losses.
