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Agassi questions Mensik's mental coach decision at French Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 5:45 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Agassi questions Mensik's mental coach decision at French Open

Summary

Andre Agassi expressed concerns over Jakub Mensik's choice to bring a mental coach during the semifinal of the French Open. Mensik's tournament ended with a loss to Alexander Zverev, with Zverev winning 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3. Agassi, while critical of the timing rather than mental coaching itself, highlighted that changes in support staff can attract scrutiny during high-pressure matches. Mensik had previously discussed the mental challenges of competing at this level, making the topic relevant as he faced Zverev. Agassi's remarks added a layer to the conversation surrounding the young player’s performance.

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By the Numbers

•Mensik lost to Zverev in the French Open semifinals.
•Agassi criticized the timing of bringing in a mental coach.
•Zverev won the match with a score of 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3.
•Mensik ranked No. 27 by ATP before the semifinal.
•The match was significant for Mensik amid mental pressure discussions.

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5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Andre Agassi says Jakub Mensik should ‘bring the mom’ at French Open

What they're saying

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Andre Agassi made his view clear on Jakub Mensik bringing in a mental coach during the final stages of his French Open run. The comment gave extra focus to a support-team decision that became part of the wider conversation around Mensik’s biggest match of the tournament.
— Yahoo Sports

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