Pickleball fever seems to have taken over the world. With some of the greatest tennis names in the world in action, this sport has seemed to build excitement and buzz among tennis enthusiasts as well. With the success of last year’s Pickleball Slam, the authorities have decided to introduce the second season of the event, starting in February next year. The tournament will feature tennis legends like Maria Sharapova, Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, and John McEnroe in action. Ahead of the start of the tournament, Agassi has come up with a strong message for the Russian beauty joining their team.

While confirming his partner for the tournament, he made a bold claim ahead of the event. Maria Sharapova will be teaming up against John McEnroe at the slam next year.

Andre Agassi makes a bold Maria Sharapova claim

The Pickleball Slam 2, which is all set to start next year, will feature several former grand slam winners in action. In a recent video shared by Pickleball’s Instagram handle, it can be seen that Andre Agassi has a strong message for the former Russian tennis player, Maria Sharapova.

In the video, Agassi told Sharapova that she was missed last year as the Russian did not feature in the tournament. However, he also warned her to bring her best game, as the legendary John McEnroe could not escape the wrath of Agassi in the slam.

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In a friendly banter, he revealed that John blamed his partner the entire time amid sloppiness in the match.“A big shoutout to two savage pickleballers, John McEnroe and Maria Sharapova. What’s happening? I hope you guys are looking forward to Pickleball Slam 2. I know I am. Maria we had a blast last year, sorry you missed it,” Agassi said.

“You would have saw me take John McEnroe and just drag him to the bitter end, reach in and rip his heart out. And the fun part was he blamed his partner the entire time. So you better bring your A-game,” he added.

Thus, Andre’s claim signifies the craze for the upcoming tournament while suggesting his opponents to better their game if they want to stand a chance of winning the tournament. Agassi further went on to introduce his partner for the upcoming tournament.

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Agassi reveals his partner for the upcoming Pickleball Slam 2

In the video, Andre Agassi revealed his partner in the tournament. Steffi Graf, his wife and fellow tennis legend, will be accompanying him in the tournament. Thus, with all the sights set, Andre would be looking forward to making the best out of the event.

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So, Andre Agassi’s comment reflects the buzz he is creating before the event starts. Also, with big names like Maria Sharapova and John McEnroe taking part next year, fans can expect a fun-filled event.