Maria Sakkari and coach Tom Hill end six-year tennis partnership

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World number nine, Greece’s Maria Sakkari, and her longtime coach, Tom Hill, announced their tennis partnership split on Thursday.

Sakkari played two and a half years in the Top 10, reaching a career high of No.3, winning two championships, and reaching two Grand Slam quarterfinals with Hill as her coach.

Both turned to social media to announce the end of their six-year professional partnership, with Sakkari sharing via Instagram her heartfelt gratitude for Hill.

“Tom, thank you for all the emotions, the support on and off the court, and the belief you had in me since day one,” Sakkari wrote on Instagram. “We grew together, and you helped me realize that everything is possible.

“Not only did you make me a better tennis player, but you also made me a better person. Thank you for always wanting the best for me and for always having my back! Good luck on the next chapter in your career.”

“Thank you for the amazing memories! Always here for you champ[.]” Hill wrote in response.

Source: WTA

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