“Why are you trying to change the beauty of the game?”

He said on X: “Tennis is special because you’re out there alone.” Why are you trying to change the beauty of this game? Shapovalov had previously responded to an ITF announcement post about the off-coaching rule with a GIF of Ryan Renolds asking “But why.”

The off-coaching rule did not receive a positive response from fans and players. Whether the rule stands or not cannot be confirmed until it has been applied during games.

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What are the off-court coaching rules announced by the ITF?

The off-court coaching rule in tennis has been tried out at some exhibition events. At events such as UTS and Laver Cup, players received coaching during the break. The ITTF recently announced that off-court coaching will also be allowed on the tour from the 2025 season. Players can now legally receive training tips from their coaches during games.

However, it is up to the sanctioning body or the organizers to allow the off-coaching rule. Players can exchange words or give hand signals with their coach at the end of a set or during breaks. Players may also use “player analysis technology” during coaching, where permitted.

This rule has already been used in team events such as the Davis Cup, where players actively interact and receive tips from their captains. But now these could be seen at Grand Slams if the organizers allow it.

This will have a huge impact on the sport, especially in tense situations during the games. Players can stay in touch with their coach for help as it can also be useful for the opponent. Although there have been critics of this rule, a successful campaign will ensure its longevity at the Grand Slams and other top tournaments.

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