EP6 - Robert Lindstedt

12/11/24 • 40 min

Coach Unboxed EP6: Yannick chats with Robert Lindstedt, a former #3 doubles player and Australian Open doubles champion, and now a tour coach with experience on both ATP and WTA tours. @robertlindstedt

They discuss Robert’s connection to the sport through his siblings, playing college tennis in the U.S. before considering going pro, and the work ethic he learned over time inspired by fitness. He reflected on giving doubles a chance on tour and finally winning ATP titles at the later stages of his career, followed by his biggest championship at the Australian Open. Robert also shared how good doubles communication translates into good coaching and what it's been like adjusting from player to full-time coach.

About Robert Lindstedt: Originally from Sundbyberg, Sweden, Robert played collegiately at Pepperdine University before deciding to go pro and start what would become a 20+ year career. Reaching #3 in the world, he established himself as one of the most hardworking doubles players on tour, winning 23 ATP titles as well as the 2014 Australian Open doubles championship with Łukasz Kubot.

An Olympian with 22 Davis Cup nominations, Robert concluded his playing career in 2021 and was later inducted into the Swedish Tennis Hall of Fame in 2023. He started his coaching career during his last year on tour, mentoring Denis Kudla and now working with Ajla Tomljanović, continuing to build on his passion for the sport.

Follow Robert on Instagram @robertlindstedt and Linkedin.

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Follow Robert on Instagram @robertlindstedt and Linkedin.

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Production: Unbox Sports; Location: ⁠Embarc Collective⁠; Music: ⁠BongÔMusics

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EP5 - Thomas Johansson

Coach Unboxed EP5: Yannick chats with Thomas Johansson, a former top 10 player and Grand Slam champion, and now an experienced coach that has worked with top players on both ATP and WTA tours. @tompatennis

They discuss Thomas’ early journey in Sweden surrounded by former and future legends of the game, the influence of his peers on his belief, and the connection with his former coach of 12 years that carried onto life outside tennis. He shares the real story behind his Australian Open championship and the journey from retirement back to tennis. Also reflecting on coaching across both tours, Thomas touches on what shaped his coaching philosophy and what’s really important for players to remember in their career.

About Thomas Johansson: The Swede has joined a cohort of national legends since rising to #7 in the world rankings. Thomas has won the 2002 Australian Open singles championship, nine ATP titles, an Olympic silver medal in doubles and the Davis Cup for his home country. After a very successful career, he retired in 2009.

Within months, Thomas became the Stockholm Open’s tournament director and started coaching on tour three years later. He has worked with top players such as Caroline Wozniacki, Borna Ćorić, Maria Sakkari, Filip Krajinović, David Goffin, Sorana Cîrstea and now Kei Nishikori, sharing his deep understanding of the game to elevate other tennis greats.

Follow Thomas on Instagram @tompatennis

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EP7 - Nicole Pratt

Coach Unboxed EP7: Yannick chats with Nicole Pratt, a former Australian #1 player and multi-WTA winner, and a trusted coach that has also been a leader in advocating for female athletes and coaches in Australia and globally. @nicole_pratt_oly

They discuss Nicole’s journey from a 20-people town in Queensland to becoming a prominent figure in Australian tennis, both as a player and a coach. She shares about going from Australian Open junior champion to contributing to the country’s rich legacy in the sport, the incomparable pride in representing the “green and gold,” and her commitment to becoming a great mentor on and off the court through leadership roles. Nicole reflects on the importance of elevating female coaches and the opportunities in adding more coaches to a player’s team, as well as her own aspirations.

About Nicole Pratt: Nicole went from #1 Aussie pro player to reference sport leader and coach. Nicole won the Junior Australian Open and 9 WTA titles, also becoming a two-time Olympian and Fed Cup (BJK Cup) team member for almost a decade. She reached #35 WTA singles and #18 in doubles and is now a sought-after mentor globally.

Trusted by former #1s and top 25s, Grand Slam champions and many Aussie greats such as Daria Saville, Storm Hunter, Ashleigh Barty, Alicia Molik, Casey Dellacqua and Anastasia Rodionova, she is now also working closely with Kim Birrell. With Tennis Australia, she achieved a 45% increase in the number of female tennis coaches and the highest number of top 250 WTA players in over 40 years, continuing her advocacy on tour.

Follow Nicole on Instagram @nicole_pratt_oly and LinkedIn.

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