Coach Unboxed EP5: Yannick chats with Thomas Johansson, a former top 10 player and Grand Slam champion, and now an experienced coach that has worked with top players on both ATP and WTA tours. @tompatennis
They discuss Thomas’ early journey in Sweden surrounded by former and future legends of the game, the influence of his peers on his belief, and the connection with his former coach of 12 years that carried onto life outside tennis. He shares the real story behind his Australian Open championship and the journey from retirement back to tennis. Also reflecting on coaching across both tours, Thomas touches on what shaped his coaching philosophy and what’s really important for players to remember in their career.
About Thomas Johansson: The Swede has joined a cohort of national legends since rising to #7 in the world rankings. Thomas has won the 2002 Australian Open singles championship, nine ATP titles, an Olympic silver medal in doubles and the Davis Cup for his home country. After a very successful career, he retired in 2009.
Within months, Thomas became the Stockholm Open’s tournament director and started coaching on tour three years later. He has worked with top players such as Caroline Wozniacki, Borna Ćorić, Maria Sakkari, Filip Krajinović, David Goffin, Sorana Cîrstea and now Kei Nishikori, sharing his deep understanding of the game to elevate other tennis greats.
Follow Thomas on Instagram @tompatennis
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Production: Unbox Sports; Location: Embarc Collective; Music: BongÔMusics; Photo: ASICS