Andy Roddick’s Cheeky Jabs on Andre Agassi: The tennis world is buzzing with anticipation, but this time, it’s not for a traditional match. Tennis icons are trading rackets for paddles, preparing for the third installment of the Pickleball Slam. Scheduled for February 16, 2025, in Las Vegas, the event promises fast-paced action and plenty of star power. Leading the charge are Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, Andy Roddick, and Eugenie Bouchard. And as fans have come to expect, Roddick’s humor is already adding spice to the competition.
The Stars Align for Las Vegas
Pickleball Slam 3 is set to deliver a unique twist, showing legends in a new arena. Agassi confirmed the event in a video announcement in September, revealing the marquee matchup: he and his wife, tennis great Steffi Graf, will face Roddick and former top player Eugenie Bouchard. For fans of the sport, it’s a chance to see some of tennis’s most celebrated names in a dynamic, fast-paced format.
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Roddick’s Humor Takes Center Stage
Never one to miss an opportunity for banter, Roddick took a playful jab at Agassi in a promotional video. Referring to their history as partners in the first 2023 edition, Roddick quipped,
“It’s a weird thing for me to just totally carry Andre to victory and then he kind of just kicked me out of the event. I guess that what happens when you have a wife who is the best of all time as an option.” – (Roddick)
His cheeky remark references Agassi’s decision to team up with Graf in the second edition, a partnership that proved successful against Maria Sharapova and John McEnroe.
A Legacy of Friendly Rivalry
The inaugural Pickleball Slam in 2023 saw Roddick and Agassi as teammates, winning over John McEnroe and Michael Chang. However, Agassi’s shift to partnering with Graf in 2024 signaled a new dynamic, one that continues to fuel playful banter among the stars. For Roddick, who is known for his wit, it’s all part of the fun. And for fans, it sets the stage for a thrilling showdown in February.
News in Brief: Andy Roddick’s Cheeky Jabs on Andre Agassi
Tennis legends Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, Andy Roddick, and Eugenie Bouchard will compete in Pickleball Slam 3, set for February 16, 2025, in Las Vegas. Agassi and Graf will face off against Roddick and Bouchard in the highly anticipated event. Known for his humor, Roddick joked about being replaced by Graf as Agassi’s partner, a playful nod to their history in the tournament. Fans eagerly await this thrilling paddle showdown.
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