The Functional Tennis Podcast

Lorenzo Petrucci - Performance trainer of WTA top 20 Liudmila Samsonova


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In this episode, Lorenzo Petrucci, performance coach to WTA top-20 player Liudmila Samsonova, shares his journey from a tennis-playing student in Milan to working alongside some of the sport’s top talent. He reveals how success on tour is about far more than hitting balls, it’s about managing pressure, building smart routines, and knowing when (and how) to push. From insights learned under Ricardo Piatti to the importance of on-court collaboration with tennis coaches, Lorenzo gives an entire look into elite tennis's mental and physical demands.

🗣️ 3 Key Quotes:

1. “It’s not about how good you are—it’s about understanding who you have in front of you.”

2. “The best fitness coaches are the ones who understand tennis.”

3. “You must be clear. The player doesn’t allow you to be in doubt.”

5 Takeaway Points:

1. Success in tennis depends heavily on mental resilience and communication.

2. Strength and conditioning must align with on-court movements, not just gym work.

3. Understanding each player’s physical and emotional needs is key to long-term progress.

4. Female and male players require different training and recovery strategies.

5. A cohesive and collaborative support team makes all the difference.

Hope you enjoy it

Fabio


This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the opportunity to experience how sports and movement can have a positive impact on mental well-being.

To learn more about ASICS visit their website here: https://www.asics.com/nl/en-nl/sports/tennis/

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