The AO Legends’ Cup has begun on an entertaining note Australia’s Mark Philippoussis and Pat Rafter faced off against international duo Marcos Baghdatis and Tommy Haas in a doubles match.
Tension flared early in the first set when Haas, irritated by Philippoussis‘ banter, deliberately served at the Australian net man.
“Shut up Tommy, I’m not talking to you,” Philippoussis responded, narrowly avoiding the powerful serve to the delight of the crowd.
The match, filled with lively exchanges, concluded with Cypriot Baghdatis and Germany’s Haas edging out Philippoussis and Rafter 7-5, 6-4 in a tightly contested round 1 men’s doubles match at Rod Laver Arena.
