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G.O.A.T.
Edberg was here in India and did a wonderful interview with the leading English daily Times of India, talking about his unique approach to S&V (getting close to the net rather than split stepping in the middle), his rivalry with Becker and of course his illustrious disciple, Federer.
He dwelt briefly on the topic of the larger racquet, mentioning that he too shifted to a larger one (was not aware of this).
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Did you suggest the larger racquet head to him?
That was already decided before and he started playing with a new racquet. There is no question he needed to change racquets. I have changed racquets myself to a larger head as well and it does make a difference. It is very challenging at the later stage of your career but Roger is the man to do it. He’s got the touch, he’s got the knowledge and he’s quicker than anybody else.
Did it affect his slice?
Overall it helped his backhand a lot. The backhand was probably the weak point of his game, but not any longer. It helps your serving as well which probably is your most important shot. I would say it’s 80/20 in terms of advantage vs disadvantage."
Full interview here:
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com...d-work-stefan-edberg/articleshow/63063353.cms
He dwelt briefly on the topic of the larger racquet, mentioning that he too shifted to a larger one (was not aware of this).
"
Did you suggest the larger racquet head to him?
That was already decided before and he started playing with a new racquet. There is no question he needed to change racquets. I have changed racquets myself to a larger head as well and it does make a difference. It is very challenging at the later stage of your career but Roger is the man to do it. He’s got the touch, he’s got the knowledge and he’s quicker than anybody else.
Did it affect his slice?
Overall it helped his backhand a lot. The backhand was probably the weak point of his game, but not any longer. It helps your serving as well which probably is your most important shot. I would say it’s 80/20 in terms of advantage vs disadvantage."
Full interview here:
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com...d-work-stefan-edberg/articleshow/63063353.cms