Agassi Reflects on the Laver Cup: Insights of a First-Time Captain
Team World triumphs over Team Europe 15-9 in San Francisco
September 22, 2025
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Andre Agassi stepped into the captaincy role for Team World at this year’s Laver Cup.
By Sam Jacot
Andre Agassi has certainly tasted the sweet fruits of success on the tennis court. The American superstar ascended to the pinnacle of the PIF ATP Rankings and clinched 60 tour-level titles, eight of which are Grand Slam victories.
Fast forward 19 years after his retirement, Agassi penned a remarkable new chapter as he guided Team World to a memorable victory against Team Europe during the Laver Cup in San Francisco. It’s a weekend that will be etched in the annals of tennis history.
“Every player contributed to making this week one of the most unforgettable experiences I’ve had on a tennis court,” Agassi expressed on Sunday evening. “That’s saying a lot considering my extensive history with teams, but this truly felt like a cohesive unit. I’m so proud of these players. Their resilience was inspiring; they never wavered in their belief.”
From the sidelines, Agassi, along with vice captain Patrick Rafter, guided Taylor Fritz, Joao Fonseca, Alex de Minaur, and Francisco Cerundolo to singles victories, while De Minaur and Michelsen also shined in doubles across the three-day tournament. Despite his wealth of experience, Agassi found himself learning invaluable lessons from the talented group he was leading.
“The standout theme I gathered from this team is their unwavering confidence on the court. It’s not just blind faith; it’s grounded in reality,” Agassi elaborated. “Their composure amidst pressure was remarkable. I discovered the importance of listening more than speaking and letting them shine.”
Fritz emerged as Team World’s shining star in San Francisco, achieving his first Lexus ATP Head2Head victory against Carlos Alcaraz on Saturday and then following it with a win over Alexander Zverev on Sunday, sealing the crucial points for his team.
“I anticipated it would be a challenge to replicate my performance from [Saturday]. Interestingly, as I was leaving the hotel, I bumped into Roddick—someone I hadn’t talked to much recently—and he joked, ‘No worries, you’re going to have a great game today,’ referencing how well I played against Carlos,” Fritz recalled.
“As we prepared our lineup for the day, I made it clear I wanted to take on this matchup. So, when it was time to deliver, I focused on competing fiercely for my team and doing everything I could to support them.”
In a thrilling finale, the hosts clinched a 15-9 victory in San Francisco, yet Team Europe still leads the series 5-3 after eight exciting editions.
