Technology has changed the facet of sports. With the advent of technology, sports have become more advanced. Further, the opponent’s tactics and areas of improvement can easily be analyzed nowadays. Games have become more competitive and fast-paced by leveraging technology in sports. Moreover, the tennis legend, John McEnroe got his wish fulfilled with the help of technological advancements in sports.
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John is a former World Number 1 and a seven-time Grand Slam champion. During his illustrious career, he won four US Open titles and three Wimbledon titles, apart from other big tournaments. Over his career, he faced many notable opponents like Bjorn Borg and Jimmy Connors. However, he is set to face his toughest opponent this week.
John McEnroe to play against himself
The legendary American player will face himself this week with the help of artificial intelligence. Talking about this unique matchup, John said, “It’s awesome because it sort of gives me a chance to have my cake and eat it too. I sort of get to be involved in something, obviously not getting any younger, and sort of do something that’s like way beyond what I can even imagine technologically because I’m sort of like a dinosaur in that regard.”
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Sep 25, 2021; Boston, MA, USA; Team World captain. John McEnroe and Team World celebrate after Team World player. John Isner won a tie break point against Team Europe player. Alexander Zverev at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Richard Cashin-USA TODAY Sports
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Further, he added, “This whole A.I. thing, me playing against myself, I get to look back and sort of play against myself – almost all of my best years – and then sort of see how this is put together and how this can work. I’m sitting there going, how the hell is this going to work? But I think I was very into it because I was like, if this works, this is going to look amazing. I’m leaving it up to the experts, the techno whizzes that are involved in this event that’s going to take place. I’m excited.”
Roger Federer to play the Laver Cup
The Swiss maestro will make a comeback at the Laver Cup in September. Since last year, Federer is struggling with a knee injury that has kept him away from tennis. However, his fans will be delighted as the 20-times Grand Slam champion has confirmed his participation at the Laver Cup and the Swiss Indoors in Basel. Can he find his lost mojo back on his comeback? Let us know your views in the comments below.
