Andre Agassi Reveals Clever Tactic In Rivalry With Boris Becker In This Old Video
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Andre Agassi, known for his incredible returns, once revealed a secret weapon he used against his rival, the serve-volleying legend Boris Becker.
In the world of top-level tennis, every detail matters. When players frequently face each other, they often pick up on subtle cues and patterns. This was certainly the case for Andre Agassi and Boris Becker, two of the greatest tennis players in history, whose rivalry was legendary.
Recently, a video that was shot 3-4 years ago surfaced in which Agassi revealed a surprising detail that helped him gain the upper hand against Becker. According to Agassi, the key to his success lay in an unexpected source: Becker's tongue movement.
Known for his exceptional return game, Agassi noticed that Becker had an unconscious habit of sticking out his tongue in the direction he planned to serve. This small but significant win gave Agassi a crucial advantage. Picture Becker preparing to deliver one of his powerful serves, while Agassi, with keen observation, watched his tongue for a clue.