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12/23/10 6:10 PM | Johan Lindahl
Top American coach Brad Gilbert has ended a multi-year hiatus from the court as he takes over as a consultant for Japanese hope Kei Nishikori.
The Asian, tipped to make it big on the ATP, currently ranks a modest 98th after more than a year of elbow problems which required surgery. He lost in the first round of his last three events of 2010 in Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo and Shanghai.
The talkative uber-hyper Gilbert will not give up his day job as an American television commentator, but his new responsibilities might help to drain away some of his notorious excess energy.
Gilbert, a former player, has a chequered history, having coached and been dropped by Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick and Andy Murray. Gilbert and Nishikori will work together under the umbrella of the Nick Bollettieri Florida coaching empire.
"Kei is a fierce young competitor, who knows what he wants from the game of tennis," said Gilbert. "I’m excited to expand my relationship and help consult Kei during the 2011 season.”
Nishikori, speaking through a statement, added: "I'm excited about the addition of Brad to my team. His knowledge as a former top player, as well as his coaching success, is something that can help me become a better player.”
Gilbert is due to travel fulltime with his new 21-year-old charge. Nishikori returned to the ATP last February 2010 after a year away with his elbow injury. He reached the US Open third round in September.
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That's kind of interesting.Nishikori could use some help.
stratocast51 , 12/24/10 7:27 PM