Steffi Graf’s Bold Pickleball Move: Tennis icon Steffi Graf has unveiled her pickleball equipment line in partnership with JOOLA. The announcement comes ahead of her title defense with husband Andre Agassi at Pickleball Slam 3, set for February 16, 2025, in Las Vegas. Graf humorously declared her paddle superior to Agassi’s during the reveal.
Steffi Graf Enters the Pickleball Scene
The collaboration marks Graf’s entry into pickleball gear, building on Agassi’s partnership with JOOLA in August 2024, commemorating the 30th anniversary of his first US Open victory. Graf shared her excitement on Instagram, stating: “I’m really excited for this collaboration with JOOLA. The control and touch added a lot to my game.”
Pickleball Slam 3 will feature Graf and Agassi teaming up against Andy Roddick and Eugenie Bouchard. This follows their February 2024 victory over John McEnroe and Maria Sharapova. Agassi also competed in the inaugural Slam, defeating McEnroe alongside Roddick.
Pickleball Slam 3 and Agassi’s Journey
Graf’s humor shone during the announcement when asked which paddle was better, responding, “Mine, absolutely. Totally mine.” Her venture aims to enhance player performance while fueling excitement for the sport’s growth.
Agassi recently opened up about pickleball’s physical toll, sharing his wife’s surprise at his post-game exhaustion. “She looked at me like, ‘You just played pickleball, what’s the matter with you?’” he said, adding that he often crashes on the couch, drenched in sweat after matches.
Agassi’s passion for pickleball also led to significant weight loss, with the legend shedding 40 pounds. With growing enthusiasm for the sport and high-profile endorsements, Graf and Agassi’s involvement highlights pickleball’s rise as a global phenomenon.
News In Brief: Steffi Graf’s Bold Pickleball Move
Tennis legend Steffi Graf launched her pickleball equipment line with JOOLA, ahead of her Pickleball Slam 3 return with husband Andre Agassi. Graf humorously claimed her paddle is better than Agassi’s. Agassi revealed pickleball’s intense physical demands and his 40-pound weight loss, spotlighting the sport’s growing global popularity.
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