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‘I Was Crying..’- American Tennis Legend Andy Roddick Moved Ons Jabeur to Tears with His Unexpected but Heartening Gesture

Published 08/15/2023, 7:50 AM EDT

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Victories and losses are a vital part of a tennis player’s journey. One player who knows this thrill ride quite well is American tennis legend, Andy Roddick. The star has played his portion of heartbreaks on the lofty grass courts of Wimbledon. Roddick recently stretched out an encouraging message to another player who confronted a similar experience – Ons Jabeur. The Tunisian star’s remarkable journey and her reply to Roddick’s strong words illustrate fellowship and sympathy in sports.

The Tunisian player arrived at the Wimbledon final, with her fantastic skills and hard work. Even though she was positioned higher and had more experience on grass courts, Jabeur’s rival Marketa Vondrousova won. The defeat made Jabeur extremely miserable and dampened.

Andy Roddick’s heartfelt message after her Wimbledon loss moves Ons Jabeur

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In the aftermath of the Wimbledon final, Andy Roddick contacted Ons Jabeur with a genuine message. Roddick has himself encountered the high and low points of the tennis world. He knew quite well the feelings that one accompanies missing the mark at Wimbledon. He communicated his profound respect for Jabeur’s legacy.

Roddick recognized her critical job in exploring the dynamic presence on the court. Roddick’s words conveyed sympathy as well as a profound comprehension of the tensions and difficulties that players face. After receiving Roddick’s message, Jabeur was profoundly moved. She shared that she cried after reading his words, portraying her tears as a blend of bliss and appreciation. Jabeur offered thanks for the time and exertion Roddick took to compose an extensive message.

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According to The Tennis Letter’s tweet, Jabeur cried when reading a message from Roddick. She shared, “Obviously I was crying, you know, happy crying..”

Jabeur also added,” I appreciate that he took the time to write a good long message. I’ll talk to him when I see him, probably at US Open.”

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Looking forward, Jabeur referred her wish to associate with Roddick’s face to face, conceivably during the impending US Open. Their meeting would without a doubt be a significant trade between two competitors who have encountered the ups and downs of tennis.

Andy Roddick and Judy Murray once shared their admiration for Jabeur’s skills

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Players approach the court in different ways – some view it as a competitive battleground, while others use it as a platform to showcase their flair and charisma. Jabeur, the talented Tunisian player, has been captivating audiences with her diverse range of shots and warm demeanor off the court. In a 2021 interview, Roddick shared awe-inspiring memories of Jabeur.

Roddick’s admiration for her playing style is well-founded. He had expressed that Jabeur is one of his favorite players to watch globally. The tennis ace shared that she’s simply remarkable and perhaps the most embraced player on tour.

Judy Murray, the mother of three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray, also shared Roddick’s sentiment. She had affirmed that Jabeur has been one of her favorite stars for a long time. She even titled her An entertainer on the court.

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Overall, Jabeur is steadily becoming a crowd favorite, attracting rapt attention at every tournament. With her sights set on new achievements, she has the potential to serve as an inspiration and role model for her nation.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports, covering several high-profile tournaments and events. With a passion for writing that matches his love for the sport, he has a special interest in covering the activities of tennis legends like Serena Williams and the ‘Big Three’ of men’s tennis. Aditya’s interest in tennis started at a young age when his father introduced him to the sport.
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Bhavani Singh