Steffi Graf Influences Andre Agassi to Coach Novak Djokovic

Steffi Graf urged Andre Agassi to coach Novak Djokovic. Agassi will begin this new relationship at the French Open.

What happened?

Andre Agassi initially turned down Novak Djokovic's offer.

Why it matters for Steffi Graf

Steffi Graf's influence changed Agassi's mind, and he will now coach Djokovic.

Agassi thinks Djokovic has nowhere to go but up after his recent slide. Djokovic won five of six majors between 2015 and 2016.

What comes next?

Djokovic has made early-round exits at majors and had surprising losses this year. Agassi should be a major benefit to Djokovic's team, helping him at Roland Garros.

Agassi said his wife, Steffi Graf, told him to take the gig. He plans to coach Djokovic at the French Open, starting soon.

Djokovic has had losses to Nick Kyrgios and others. Steffi Graf's advice helped Agassi make his decision, and he will now work with Djokovic.

The French Open is a Grand Slam tournament. Djokovic is a former No. 1 tennis player, and Agassi will help him improve.

Agassi and Djokovic will work together at Roland Garros. Steffi Graf's influence was key in Agassi's decision to coach Djokovic.

Djokovic's recent results have been disappointing. Agassi will try to help him improve and win more tournaments.

The coaching relationship between Agassi and Djokovic starts soon. Steffi Graf's advice to Agassi was to take the job and help Djokovic.

Agassi will bring his experience to Djokovic's team. He will try to help Djokovic win more majors and improve his ranking.

Djokovic has a lot of potential, and Agassi will try to help him reach it. Steffi Graf's influence on Agassi's decision was important, and now Agassi will coach Djokovic.