Sakkari Finding Groove with David Witt

By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Monday March 11, 2024

Indian Wells – Former BNP Paribas Open Maria Sakkari has landed on her toes after parting methods with longtime coach Tom Hill.

Now working with David Witt, who just lately parted methods with Jessica Pegula, the Greek has reeled off consecutive wins to set a spherical of 16 conflict with France’s Diane Parry.

Sakkari says that working with Witt is stress-free, on account of his simple going nature.

“I simply really feel very relaxed with David. He is very laid again,” Sakkari mentioned after recording a 6-3, 6-4 win to enhance to 4-0 over Garcia. “That is one thing that basically helps me, being a really demanding individual. I believe I have not actually harassed for something the previous couple of days I’ve been with him.”

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Sakkari, who reached the BNP Paribas Open in 2022 and misplaced to Iga Swiatek within the last, says that the American coach is a barrel of guffaws.

“He is so humorous. I believe he is one of many funniest guys I’ve ever met in my life. I am laughing on a regular basis,” she mentioned. “I simply actually get pleasure from my time with him on and off the courtroom. He is a really good man. You realize, which is an important factor, however he is additionally an incredible coach.

“He retains it quite simple, and that is what I like, as a result of I do not suppose I am a participant that you must complicate issues – I like the way in which it is going. You realize, I hope he does too.”