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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

Break Point is a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of tennis stars as they train and aim to compete at the top level. The Netflix docuseries, released in January, was well received by fans who are eagerly waiting for part two of the first season. Just a month and a half after the show went live, it was renewed for a second season. The announcement excited tennis fans as they will see the lives of even more players. However, one tennis player isn’t happy with the news.

The team behind the hit series Formula 1: Drive to Survive are responsible for the creation of Break Point. Fans are enjoying the series so far. It has covered personalities like Taylor Fritz, Nick Kyrgios, Maria Sakkari and more.

Reilly Opelka wasn’t impressed by the season 1 of Break Point

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Netflix announced the renewal of the tennis series on their official Instagram account. While the reaction was mostly positive for the show, one person went against the tide. Reilly Opelka, the giant American tennis star, did not enjoy the show so far and showed his displeasure with a comment.

He shared the post made by Netflix on his Instagram story. Break Point’s renewal left him perplexed as another very popular, ‘Cobra Kai’ was recently discontinued. He wrote, “How did Cobra Kai get canceled and this renewed? Season 1 was boobooo“.

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Opelka also left a comment on Netflix’s Instagram post. His comment was to the same effect as his story’s caption. Opelka said “How?! Season 1 was busted“.

Break Point renewed for season 2

After part 1 of the series aired, Netflix – the streaming giants – have announced a renewal of the series for a second season. While details are not yet clear about what season 2 will entail, it will most likely see more players and hopefully the current top three, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Stefanos Tsitsipas. Netflix is also renewing the golf series, ‘Full Swing’.

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With the creation of the two series and plans for the second season set in motion, Netflix has recognized the profitability of shows that focus on sports. Since these shows are highly unscripted, the behind-the-scenes scenario appeals to the fans and will continue to do so for some time.