‘I Almost Teared Up’- Danielle Collins’ Emotional Revelation on Andre Agassi at Miami Open Proves That She Is a Die-Hard Fan

The former Miami Open champion, Andre Agassi’s presence in the Miami Open finals between Danielle Collins and Elena Rybakina was a solid emotional ride for the American player. While Collins impressed the fraternity by winning the tournament, her excitement seeing her “return idol” at the gallery was unfathomable. Now, this WTA pro delves deeper into her “crazy” feelings about playing in front of the legend.

Danielle Collins’s Miami Open win makes a big achievement in her career since she announced her planned retirement after this season. Suffering from endometriosis for over a decade, Collins wishes to explore some other sides of her life than tennis. However, that didn’t mean she wasn’t dedicated enough to win. Collins’s Miami Open victory expresses this American professional tennis star’s indomitable spirit on the court.

Danielle Collins revealed her overwhelming feelings about the “crazy playing in front of…Andre Agassi”

In the interview with Tennis Channel’s Prakash Amritraj, this American WTA Pro spoke about the joy she felt witnessing Andre Agassi at the stadium- “Really crazy playing in front of James and Andre Agassi today. I mean I looked up to James so much as a kid. Andre Agassi was like my return idol. I can’t tell you how much footage I have watched of Andre standing inside the baseline rip and returns to be out here and have the full circle moment.”

Collins further added: “When I saw Andre was watching the match, I almost teared up. I’m like, this is surreal. I used to watch this guy on TV as a kid and now I’m here and he’s in the stands and heard his voice. At one point like, you know, it’s just, I mean, it’s been crazy, crazy ride.”

However, Andre Agassi’s presence might have worked as an extra boost for Collins, but her resilience and skill brought her the trophy before her retirement. After the win, it was evident from her comment that it was the best final of her tennis career in her home state in front of thousands of her well-wishers.

Danielle Collins’s heartwarming statement after winning at the Miami Open 2024

In her final attempt, Collins outshined Kazakhstani WTA star Elea Rybakina bagging her victory by 7-5 and 6-3. Post-victory, emotional Collins’ happiness knew no bounds – “I’m really ready to hold that trophy, To the fans, I’ve played a lot of tennis, a few finals, and nothing close to this. In my home state, to come out here in front of thousands of my best friends pushing me to get over this hurdle, I was getting very emotional. It was an incredible environment. I’ve never experienced anything like it.”

Danielle Collins’s revelation about Andre Agassi’s presence at her match showcased the child in her. No matter how pro she became, Agassi’s presence at her Miami Open finals took her to the old days when she idealized Andre Agassi.

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