US Open: Aravane Rezaei

[Vestvood Vizard]

I think it is time for Aravane to get a trainer and have a coach other than
her father. Last time I saw her, she seemed a bit over-weight. She has
a great forehand. But not very mobile and the backhand has room for
improvement. Both areas (weight and technique) need pros to take her
to next level.
Aravane reached 3rd round last year, but has stalled since then. If she can't
reach 3rd round this year, (with her opponent I have no reason to think she
will go to third round) she must make major change.

Repped. Spot-on observations.

Aravane's been blown out in the second round of every major she's been in since Istanbul - which is a very minor stop on the WTA Tour.

This summer she has looked quite unfit -- dont mean that in the british way -- amongst players at this caliber.

A pro coach will indeed serve her well. She should also continue her doubles duty.

[Sherwin]

I think it is time for Aravane to get a trainer and have a coach other than
her father. Last time I saw her, she seemed a bit over-weight. She has
a great forehand. But not very mobile and the backhand has room for
improvement. Both areas (weight and technique) need pros to take her
to next level.
Aravane reached 3rd round last year, but has stalled since then. If she can't
reach 3rd round this year, (with her opponent I have no reason to think she
will go to third round) she must make major change.

I agree with you she needs a professional coach to take her to the next level. The US open is a major tournament and if she can make it to the 3rd round, that will get her a lot of publicity.