Andre Agassi’s Long-Time Coach Brad Gilbert Dons a New Role in Zendaya’s Upcoming Tennis Movie

The American tennis coach, Brad Gilbert, has coached many great athletes after his retirement in 1995. The former tennis player has previously coached the eight-time major winner, Andre Agassi. Gilbert has also worked with other tennis players, including Andy Roddick and Andy Murray.

However, after guiding many iconic tennis players, Gilbert is now working with Hollywood superstars. The American coach is working as a consultant in a tennis movie that features Zendaya and Josh O’Connor.

Brad Gilbert is working with Hollywood superstar Zendaya

The Hollywood actress, Zendaya, has two Emmy awards for her brilliant performances in the popular series, “Euphoria.” Now, the Euphoria actress is all set to impress the audience with her tennis skills. Zendaya is working on her upcoming movie based on the sport, with the Italian film director, Luca Guadagnino. The tennis movie is titled “Challengers” and it will also feature the British actor, Josh O’Connor.

The Italian film director recently revealed that Zendaya spent months training on the tennis court. Guadagnino further stated that Brad Gilbert is also a part of the tennis movie as he is a consultant and will be guiding Zendaya and O’Connor. The American tennis coach also posted about the movie on his social media and he confirmed his role in the tennis film.

The director of the movie also talked about Gilbert’s role in Zendaya’s training on the tennis court. Guadagnino stated, “They spent like three months working very hard, Everybody – technically, athletically.”

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The Italian director further described his tennis movie, “Challengers” as a “sexy comedy.” It will feature Zendaya as she will take up her as a tennis player-turned-coach. Josh O’Connor will also feature as he will play the role of Zendaya’s ex-boyfriend in the film.

Gilbert will feature in Michael Chang’s documentary

ESPN Films previously made an announcement about one of their documentary films based on the former American tennis player, Michael Chang. They have further revealed that the production of the documentary titled, “30 for 30” has been completed. The American tennis coach Gilbert will also be a part of the documentary as he will feature in an interview part of the story.

Apart from Gilbert, the Swiss tennis legend, Roger Federer will also be an interview subject in the documentary. Other notable figures like Jeremy Lin and Ivan Lendl will also feature in the film. The story of the documentary will be based on the American tennis star Chang’s journey on the ATP tour. The former tennis player’s family’s role in his journey will also be discussed in the documentary.

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