Andre Agassi, once a dominant force in tennis, is making headlines again—this time in the fast-growing sport of pickleball. After four high-profile exhibition appearances, Agassi is officially stepping onto the pro stage at the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships, alongside 18-year-old phenom Anna Leigh Waters.
Agassi’s return marks a personal and professional shift that began during the pandemic. What started as a casual pastime for the Agassi-Graf family is now fueling a new chapter in his career. Nearly two decades after his last U.S. Open tennis match, the eight-time Grand Slam champion is ready to compete again—just with a paddle instead of a racket.
His daughter, Jaz Agassi, has been his loudest cheerleader throughout the transition. From cheering courtside to surprising him with his iconic 1995 red bandana, Jaz continues to celebrate her father’s milestones with pride and affection, adding a heartwarming layer to his sporting comeback.
Off the court, Agassi remains deeply involved in tennis. He’s set to appear as a TNT Sports analyst during the French Open and will lead Team World at the Laver Cup. While the court may be smaller and the sport different, Agassi’s competitive spirit is still unmistakably grand.
