If Sampras had the best serve, Andre Agassi, his arch-rival, had the best return of serve. Like Sampras's serve, Agassi's return also did not consist of any extravagant action. It did not involve a high swing of racquet.
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Also, Agassi did not have to move too much to make those returns. With minimum effort and apparent ease, he consistently nullified the best of serves. The 1995 Australian Open final could be taken as an example when Agassi mastered the great Pete Sampras with his awesome returns.
It seemed that Agassi could send his service return to any part of the court as per his desire. Needless to say, he hit loads of return winners throughout his career.
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Subhadeep Roy
Subhadeep, an adept tennis journalist at Sportskeeda, has been writing about the sport for seven years. He is known for his exclusive match reviews and opinion pieces, utilizing his MBA degree to tackle them effectively with his problem-solving abilities.
Subhadeep lives and breathes tennis. He watches matches regularly and engages in social media platforms to stay on top of the latest happenings. As a writer, he brings the fan's perspective to his pieces, ensuring his readers enjoy an exceptional experience every time.
Growing up, he idolized Boris Becker, but he now firmly believes Novak Djokovic stands alone as the 'Greatest of all Time', especially considering the 24-time Grand Slam champion's incredible stats. One thing that still puzzles Subhadeep, however, is how Becker's Wimbledon tally might have reached five if not for Pete Sampras.
Speaking of the All England Club, the British Major holds a special place in his heart as he admires its blend of tradition and grass-court excellence. When not working for Sportskeeda, Subhadeep delves into the other "love of his life": football, and enjoys contributing his insights to different websites dedicated to the sport.
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