WATCH: Frances Tiafoe labels tennis as “hardest sport in the world”, here’s why

The 26-year-old gave his explanations to back the claim.

WATCH: Frances Tiafoe labels tennis as “hardest sport in the world”, here’s why

Frances Tiafoe in action (Image via Imago)

American tennis player Frances Tiafoe has claimed that tennis is the hardest sport in the world. When the 26-year-old was asked about his opinion about the toughest sport in the world, Tiafoe had no hesitation in naming tennis. The American also gave an explanation as to why he believes so.

Frances Tiafoe highlighted the challenges tennis throws at its players. The 26-year-old gave the size of the ball as the first reason for naming tennis as the toughest sport. Tiafoe said that a tennis player has to have perfect hand-eye coordination.

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The American star then talked about the uncertainty about the length of a match. Tiafoe said that there is no fixed timing for a match and it makes it really challenging for the players. He also talked about tennis being an individual sport.

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A hundred percent, it's the hardest sport in the world. I still think it's the hardest sport in the world. Because A: The ball in comparison to other sports is very small. You have to have very good hand-eye coordination. Then there is no clock, it's not a timed sport. And then it's the uncontrollable movements, up and down, side to side. So, it's tough and it's just you.
Frances Tiafoe said while explaining the reason behind naming tennis as the hardest sport.

Frances Tiafoe still searching for first title of the new season

Frances Tiafoe has been among the top Americans on the ATP tour. The 26-year-old has been making the noise with his performances. However, Tiafoe is yet to land a major title. In fact, the American has not yet won a title in the new season.

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Frances Tiafoe (Image via Imago)

Tiafoe started his 2024 season at the Hong Kong Open but could not do much as he was ousted from the ATP 250 tournament after a defeat in the quarterfinals. Chinese youngster Juncheng Shang beat the American in straight sets to end his campaign in Hong Kong.

At the 2024 Australian Open, Tiafoe started well as he beat Borna Coric in the first round. However, the 26-year-old could not survive against Tomas Machac as Tiafoe was defeated in three sets. In the next two tournaments- Dallas Open and Delray Beach Open, Tiafoe reached the quarterfinals and semifinals respectively.

However, he could not convert those good starts into a title-winning campaign. The 26-year-old is currently competing at the Mexican Open. Tiafoe will open his campaign against Max Purcell. It is to be seen how far the American reaches at this ATP 500 tournament.

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