Name the scenario, and Jack Sock probably used it to attack the net during his opening match at the Citi Open in Washington, D.C. He came forward on booming first serves and bouncy second offerings, after heavy forehands and skidding returns. The eighth-seeded American sprinted to the centre 21 times, winning 15 of those attempts, or more than 70 per cent, against the big-serving Marius Copil of Romania, who came forward only 12 times. The aggressive style of play has gained new emphasis for Sock, who recently changed coaches. After working with Troy Hahn for three successful years, the 24 year old now works with Jay Berger, formerly the head of men's tennis for USTA Player Development. Berger, who stepped...
Top seed Jack Sock and second seed John Isner are in opposite halves of the draw at the BB&T Atlanta Open, but the two friends found themselves up close during Isner’s press conference on Wednesday night. Isner was ready to take a few questions after his win over Vasek Pospisil, but was surprised to find the first one came from a “reporter” with the the Kansas City Star. After answering a question from Sock about the recent change in his game plan, the top seed noted that “like at Shanghai doubles, you’re returning well.” (Sock and Isner teamed up this past October to take the title at the Shanghai Rolex Masters). “I had a partner who was average in Shanghai...
A Wimbledon towel is a highly sought after prize at The Championships – for every player and fan. So when Jack Sock threw his towel to a young fan, who had leaned forward to request a Wimbledon momento on Tuesday, the spectator was delighted. Sadly, an older gentleman forcibly wrestled it from the teenager’s clutches and soon left Court No. 8. Sock was unaware of the incident, only finding out later after watching the footage. The American then took to social media: If anyone knows the kid that unfortunately had the towel ripped out of his hands...tweet his name at me and I'll be sure to get him one 🤙— Jack Sock (@JackSock) July 4, 2017 The mum of World...
