‘I Wouldn’t Have Worked With..’- Tennis Legend Reveals Major Parenting Decision That Highly Influenced Andy Murray’s Career

With his consistency and sheer brilliance on the court, the Tennis Hall of Famer, Ivan Lendl became a force to be reckoned with on the ATP Tour. During his illustrious journey, the former tennis ace reached 19 major singles finals while prevailing in eight of them. Apart from being a dominant force on the tennis court, Lendl was also a keen golfer as he tried making it on the sport’s circuit.

In addition, he took the role of a tennis coach for the British tennis star, Andy Murray. At the same time, the Czech-American tennis legend was also helping his daughters with their golfing endeavors. Speaking of his consistency, Lendl recently revealed how he would have never coached Murray if his daughters still needed him.

Ivan Lendl makes a surprising revelation about coaching Andy Murray

The Tennis Hall of Famer was recently featured in a podcast, Tennis Worthy, with Chris Bowers. The 63-year-old opened up about his experiences on the court. Later, the conversation moved to Ivan Lendl’s golfing antics as his inclination toward a different sport. Speaking of it, the former tennis ace said that he was not really good at golf, as it came in very handy after he moved away from the court.

However, Lendl said that he still enjoys playing the sport as it’s nice to have a little time to himself. Even when he was coaching Andy Murray during Wimbledon, the Czech-American tennis legend went to a golf club in the evenings. At the same time, the 8 singles Grand champion was also helping his daughters who played high-level golf.

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Taking note of his multitasking roles, Lendl was asked how he managed to keep up with his training sessions with the British tennis star. He answered by making a surprising revelation about taking up the role of a coach for Murray.

Lendl said,  “I don’t believe I did that at the same time. The only reason I agreed. Or let me rephrase that. If they still needed me I would not have worked with Andy. They were already in college when he was gone so I could travel and I could spend time with Andy.”

He added, “Because as you probably can guess, or No, I don’t like doing things halfway. I like to do things properly. and if I can’t do it. I prefer not to do. So, once the kids were out of home and going to college. My job was done.”

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