
Paul McNamee Interview: Hsieh Su-wei Stories, Team Roles, Strengths & Weaknesses, & Doubles Strategy
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Paul McNamee is one of the best doubles players AND doubles coaches of all time. He has four men's doubles major titles, plus a Wimbledon mixed title. Today, he's best known for being the mastermind coach behind one of the best and most entertaining doubles players in today's game, Hsieh Su-wei.
Paul joined me as the grass court season was just getting started. We chatted about his career, doubles strategy, and of course, Su-wei.
- How does Paul create a game plan for Hsieh with new doubles partners?
- Why he switched from a one to a two-handed backhand during his career (he's the only pro player to do this successfully)
- How often Hsieh breaks her strings - funny story 🤣
- The different roles Hsieh has played during her most recent major titles - French Open (Wang), Wimbledon (Strycova), Australian Open (Mertens)
There are few people on the planet with as much doubles knowledge as Paul so this is an episode you might listen to more than once. You'll learn something new every time.
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