There was a time when Frances Tiafoe made everyone his fan with his brilliant skills on the tennis courts. Making everybody dance to his rhythm was what Tiafoe was mainly known for at that time. Fast-forward to today and that does not seem to be the case at all. The American star, who was currently playing in the Mexican Open had to bow out of the event in the second round, thanks to Dominik Koepfer.
However, soon after the loss, the American superstar became the center of all the hate from the fans as they went all in and slammed him. While some suggested that he needed to take a break from the sport, some said that he is not the same guy anymore.
Fans hold no words as they slam Frances Tiafoe who struggles with performances in 2024
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Frances Tiafoe, who has shown a constant struggle coming into the new year had to also deal with a lot of backlash from the fans. One fan came ahead and compared him with Nick Kyrgios. The fan suggested that he is someone who loves the attention and fame and not the game that made him.
Tiafoe is a mild version of Kyrgios. Neither is interested in tennis – They love the money, fame, attention and access to celebrity it facilitates.
— Ali (@notzerosumgame) February 29, 2024
Another fan came in to shatter his opinion on the same and suggested that Tiafoe hasn’t been the same ever since Ben Shelton defeated him. Interestingly, these two stars met at the US Open in 2023 where Shelton came out on top against him.
Tiafoe haven’t been the same since Shelton beat him
— Move On Nation (@PlishyAmanda) February 29, 2024
This fan, who has been a long-term admirer of Tiafoe claimed that it is getting difficult for her to watch him play. The fan reflected on Tiafoe’s poor performances through his comment.
I love Tiafoe. I really really do. But I can’t watch him play anymore because it’s just getting more and more disappointing lately
Maybe he needs a Jannie Sinner-esque puke in a bin moment to turn his game around.
— S J (@sjain_95) February 29, 2024
While the tennis community was blaming Tiafoe for his poor run of form, this fan came ahead and suggested that there are some tensions rising in his coaching staff.
I don't know. But I sense a shake up in Tiafoe's team again. This new coach isn't working out & Foe looks like he's at sea out there. 2022 may have been his peak. 🤷🏽♂️
— Jay Carty (@JayCee1911) February 29, 2024
Last, but not least, this fan came ahead and suggested that the Tiafoe to 2022 won’t recognize the Tiafoe of today.
@bgtennisnation The Tiafoe from the 2022 Open wouldn’t recognize the Tiafoe of today. It’s so frustrating.
— Ted Williams (@tedwilliams222) February 29, 2024
Thus, Frances Tiafoe, who has been struggling with form recently had to deal with a lot of backlash from the fans. While they suggested that his time is nearly over, some said that it is just a change that he needs.
While being a professional player is not an easy task at all in any sport, Tiafoe recently came ahead to claim tennis as the most difficult sport out of all.
Tiafoe claims tennis to be the most difficult sport
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In an interview, Frances Tiafoe, who has been struggling with form claimed that tennis is by far the most difficult sport in the world. He suggested that the ball eye coordination first needs to be very important. In no other sport does one need such demanding things.
He then suggested that it is the uncontrollable movements that a player makes that make it tougher to follow. “A hundred percent! Tennis is the Hardest sport in the world!” said Tiafoe while talking about the sport that made him a worldwide sensation.
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Thus, Frances Tiafoe, who seems to have struggled with form claimed tennis to be the most difficult sport in the world. While his fans are eagerly waiting for his comeback, it will be interesting to see how soon he steps on the court once again in full form. What are your views on this? Do let us know in the comments below!