"I live almost two different lives" – Taylor Fritz details his different lifestyles on and off the tennis court

Taylor Fritz gave American tennis a boost with his win against Rafael Nadal in the 2022 Indian Wells final. But while Fritz's recent success was admired by tennis fans and colleagues alike, not many were aware of the dedication, effort, and perseverance that he poured into each of his victories.

That was until he was featured in Netflix’s tennis documentary Break Point. The World No. 7 recently spoke about the accuracy of the emotions captured by the Netflix series.

“I think they got a lot of, like, what it means to the players and how bad everyone wants it. I think they captured that,” he said during an interview on the 'Break Point: A Netflix Recap Show' podcast.

Diving deep into his personal and professional routines, the 25-year-old revealed that he lived “almost two different lives” on and off the court.

“I separate my time with the two. I live almost two different lives. That’s it,” he said.

Taylor Fritz further stated that he is immensely focused on tour, and that he puts a lot of thought into his mental exercises and dietary routines during tournaments.

“I live my life [one way] when I am on the road playing tournaments. I am definitely a different person - I am way more focused, locked-in, and the eating is different and how I mentally prepare myself at all times is also different,” he said.

Fritz follows a certain discipline even during off days between matches.

“What I am doing off the court is also different. What I am doing off the court is basically nothing because I need to be fresh and be mentally ready to play matches and just day in and day out be grinding,” he said.

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"It really helps me stay hungry" – Taylor Fritz on how living a laid-back life between tournaments impacts his on-court runs

Taylor Fritz won three titles in 2022 - the Indian Wells Masters, the Eastbourne International and the Japan Open

During the same interview, Taylor Fritz revealed that he follows a different routine while at home between tournaments. The American athlete stated that although he has to undergo vigorous training during off days, he allows himself to relax and bend a few diet-related rules.

“Me at home is different, because I am training really hard during the day, longer than I normally would, but once I get done with that, I am doing whatever I want,” he said. “I am trying to have fun. I am trying to enjoy my time at home. I am trying to not be on a crazy diet.”

The reigning Indian Wells champion further remarked that living a laid-back lifestyle during the off days positively impacts his desire to do well in tournaments.

“I feel like it really helps me stay hungry and be motivated when I am traveling and playing tournaments. If I can enjoy my time at home,” he said.

Taylor Fritz kicked off his season by representing his home country in the 2023 United Cup. He performed well in his matches, winning four out of five, which helped his team bag the title.

While the World No. 7 had a poor run at the Australian Open, the Dallas Open last week saw him reach the semifinals. Fritz is currently competing in the Delray Beach Open and is through to the quarterfinals, where he will face off against Frenchman Adrian Mannarino.