Borg, McEnroe passing the torch to Agassi, Noah in new Laver Cup era
It was only fitting that Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe’s seventh and final Laver Cup as captains culminated in a nail-biting showdown, with Team Europe defeating Team World in a competition that came down to the final match — Carlos Alcaraz’s win against Taylor Fritz — on Sunday.
The intense finish mirrored the essence of their legendary rivalry on the tennis court, defined by high-stakes, dramatic twists and fierce competition.
However, their time as captains has come to an end, paving the way for a fresh duo to take the helm. Andre Agassi and Yannick Noah, both legends in their own right, will bring new energy and perspective to the tournament from 2025.
[ATP APP]With 60 singles titles to his name according to Infosys ATP Stats, including eight major trophies, Agassi is widely regarded as one of the best players of his generation. The former World No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings also won the Davis Cup on three occasions with the United States as well as a gold medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
While Noah does not boast the same numbers as Agassi, he was a standout player on the ATP Tour for many years, reaching a career-high No. 4. His most memorable achievement came at Roland Garros in 1983 when he became the first Frenchman to win his home major in 37 years.
The 64-year-old forayed seamlessly into coaching upon retirement, captaining his country to Davis Cup glory in 1991, 1996 and 2017, making him a perfect fit for his new role with Team Europe. Noah’s infectious energy and enthusiasm is something that his new team will benefit from.
Although it is hard to match the rivalry between Borg and McEnroe that transcended their generation, Agassi and Noah did meet on two occasions in 1989, with their Lexus ATP Head2Head record level at 1-1.
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