Kevin Anderson played what he calls “one of the best matches of my life” against Andy Murray in the fourth round. Just check out this one ridiculous point and realize that the man played over four hours of points like this.
We know that the life of professional tennis players is tough. They are required to sacrifice many things in their pursuit to be a champion. But what about the loved ones around them? They may not physically be on the court, but they are just as invested. They are the player’s number one fan and supporter in all aspects of a player’s life on tour. They are there for them while they are on center stage but also behind the scenes before and after the matches. Tennis may be an independent sport, but champions require a strong team behind them.
Kelsey Anderson is one of the few wives/girlfriends that travels with her husband Kevin Anderson to every tournament. We see the two of them here after his big win against Andy Murray at the US Open.
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Kelsey gives us a glimpse into her own life on the pro tour with her blog Tour Wife Tales. What does she do to help her husband? What are the obstacles that she faces in such a chaotic lifestyle? Here are just a few of the articles that you can find:
- A Day in the Life at the US Open: Kelsey takes you through her day at the US Open as she waits for her husband to take the court. The nerves hit her just as hard as Kevin. She admits, “Inside I’m dying.”
- Dealing With Defeat: Tennis is a sport of losing. The top players are those who lose the least. Kelsey ponders how to help her husband cope and be successful while also frequently losing.
- Long Distance Love: Kevin’s career forces him to travel all over the world. The two of them made the decision to always travel together to every tournament, but there are many couples who do not do this. Kelsey goes through the many challenges that make this lifestyle difficult.
Kevin Anderson will take Arthur Ashe Stadium this afternoon to play Stan Wawrinka for a spot in the semifinals and a spot in the Top 10.
