04.26.2023 - By Jonathan Stokke
Thomas Johansson is our guest for the 35th episode of Baseline Intelligence. Thomas was ranked 7th on the ATP tour and won 9 titles, including the 2002 Australian Open. He won a silver medal in doubles at the 2008 Olympic Games, and has gone on to coach David Goffin and Sorana Cirstea. We talk: 1:22 His start in tennis 5:41 Sustaining his success from juniors to the pros 8:35 Working towards the top 10 13:39 Knowing yourself as a player 15:41 Winning the 2002 Australian Open 19:02 Poor play leading up to the tournament 21:49 His game plan vs. Marat Safin 24:37 Transition to coaching 27:11 Deciding what to work on 32:00 His toughest opponent 35:18 What he looks for in a double partner 39:00 His best advice for the 4.0 player **Sound effects by https://www.zapsplat.com