Stepanek: There are differences of opinion with Xiaode, and I regret that I cannot continue to cooperate

After ending his cooperation with Agassi, Djokovic announced a few days ago that his cooperation with Stepanek would also be terminated. Stepaneke responded to the matter on his personal Facebook page.

'Maybe you already know I'm not coaching Novak, but even though my first coaching experience was short, it gave me the opportunity to work with one of the best players of all time.

Stepanek, Agassi and Djokovic

"I used to be in a team with Andre Agassi and as former opponents we knew each other very well. Unfortunately, our views often do not align with Novak's, so our cooperation has come to an end. But I was able to get a closer look at Agassi's way of working, his surprising understanding of tennis, his empathy for every situation, and his great kindness. We are not just colleagues, but also true friends. We have a lot of similar perspectives and a similar understanding of tennis, and we progress together. My close relationship with Novak will not change, and we are still friends. I wish him the best decision. ” （Nicole）