WATCH: John McEnroe has his signature ‘meltdown’ during the Pickleball clash with Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick

McEnroe displays another instance of one of his infamous outbursts at the pickleball slam final

WATCH: John McEnroe has his signature ‘meltdown’ during the Pickleball clash with Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick

John McEnroe, infamous for his on-court shenanigans, once again gave the audience a show. In the finals match of the pickleball slam final, McEnroe showcased his temper as he competed against Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick in the doubles showdown. McEnroe faced the duo along with his teammate, Michael Chang.

McEnroe and Chang were through the second set when the incident took place. The former was penalized for a foot fault when returning his shot over the net. The American had already committed the same mistake multiple times throughout the match. The seven-time Grand Slam champion was frustrated by the repeated faults as well.

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McEnroe stepped over the line once again at a crucial point during the Slam. In the second set, McEnroe was playing for the game point when he made the same mistake again that caused him to lose his cool. The former World No. 1 slammed his paddle to the ground and left the court to take a moment to calm down and collect himself.

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The official page of the Pickleball tournament, which took place in Hollywood, Florida for its maiden season, also posted a close-up clip of the incident. McEnroe was visibly stressed and infuriated at his blunder. However, McEnroe and Chang won the second set despite the American’s faults.

The team ultimately prevailed 23-21 in the second set, and McEnroe’s error at such a vital moment did not turn out to be expensive. However, the duo eventually lost the match. McEnroe and Chang were defeated by Roddick and Agassi in the doubles match. In the singles match, though, McEnroe triumphed against his old rival, Agassi.

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John McEnroe defeats Andre Agassi at the Pickleball slam

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McEnroe expressed his dislike for pickleball recently. However, his penchant for trash talk was superseded by his desire to play at the maiden Pickleball Slam in his home country. The Slam consisted of two matches, out of which one was won by McEnroe against Andre Agassi, (15-13, 16-14). On the other hand, Chang lost to Roddick.

Agassi has even claimed that pickleball is a sport meant for retired tennis players. The four legends participated in the biggest pickleball tournament for prize money of $1 million, as well as charity. The entire Slam was ultimately won by Agassi and Roddick.

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