Andre Agassi has taken on a couple of new roles recently (Image: Getty)
Andre Agassi, the flamboyant tennis legend whose mullet, earrings and rebellious spirit redefined the sport in the 1990s, remains one of the game’s most enduring icons. The American turned professional at 16 and quickly became a force, amassing 60 ATP Tour singles titles over a 20-year career.
His crowning achievements include eight Grand Slam victories – spanning the Australian Open (four times), French Open, Wimbledon and US Open (two times) – making him one of only five men in the Open Era to complete the career Grand Slam. He also clinched Olympic gold in singles at the 1996 Atlanta Games, solidifying his status as a global superstar. Off the court, Agassi’s journey was as dramatic as his baseline battles: from a troubled youth pushed by his demanding father to a mid-career slump and triumphant resurgence, culminating in his retirement in 2006 after a tearful US Open farewell. Today, at 55, Agassi’s net worth hovers around the £108million ($145m) mark, fuelled by savvy investments and endorsements, but his passion for racket sports – and life beyond tennis – shows no signs of fading. Here, Express Sport breaks down his latest developments.
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BBC Wimbledon role
This year marked a fresh chapter for Agassi, with two high-profile new roles thrusting him back into the spotlight. First, he made his debut as a co-commentator for the BBC at Wimbledon, providing analysis during the men’s semi-final between defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz.
Agassi, who famously lifted the Wimbledon trophy in 1992, brought a wealth of insight, sharing anecdotes from his playing days and breaking down the action with a keen tennis brain. The BBC‘s coup in securing the American legend was widely celebrated, with his smooth delivery and deep knowledge earning comparisons to the best in the business.
Fans were effusive in their praise, flooding social media with calls for the American to become a regular fixture. One viewer wrote on X: “Thoroughly enjoying Andre Agassi’s commentary… has a great voice to listen to and enjoying all the anecdotes.” Another hailed him as “a revelation in the commentary box,” while a third urged: “Petition to just have Andre Agassi on comms.”
Wimbledon fans enjoyed Agassi’s brief stint on commentary (Image: Getty)Laver Cup captaincy
Agassi’s second new gig came as captain of Team World at the 2025 Laver Cup, succeeding fellow tennis legend John McEnroe in a role that blends strategy, motivation and star power. The event, which pits a team of European players against a team made up of players from the rest of the world (tennis’s answer to the Ryder Cup), saw Agassi team up with vice-captain Pat Rafter to guide a squad spearheaded by Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur.
Under Agassi’s leadership, Team World reclaimed the title, defeating Team Europe – a side boasting Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, Holger Rune and Casper Ruud – 15-9. In his post-victory speech, Agassi reflected on the thrill of the win, absorbing the moment as captain in his debut year. “It’s been one hell of a week,” he said, before addressing his team directly: “Thank you for trust, thank you for buying in, thank you for allowing me into your lives for a brief period of time.”
The tournament marked a new era for the Laver Cup, with Agassi’s energy – echoed in playful moments like his stunned reaction to a set point – infusing the competition with fresh excitement.
Invested in pickleball
Beyond these broadcasting and leadership roles, Agassi has deepened his ties to the booming world of racket sports through a significant investment in pickleball and padel. In June, he joined a £15m Series A funding round for Ballers, a startup launching upscale indoor sports and entertainment facilities across the US.
Backed by fellow athletes like Sloane Stephens, Kim Clijsters and NBA star Dwyane Wade, Ballers aims to create social clubs blending pickleball, padel and other activities with dining and events. Agassi, a vocal advocate for pickleball’s growth, shared his enthusiasm for the venture on Instagram.
“It’s the fastest-growing sport in the world, possible even in history,” he said. “It’s a low point of entry, nobody is intimidated to try it, so I really believe in it from a participation standpoint… it’s a good thing to promote and that’s why I love it.
“My public company, Agassi Sports Entertainment… anything that’s fast-growing you’re going to have a lot of people fighting over it, it’s low hanging fruit. I want to take the winners of those people and give them a vehicle to go public and give a return to their investors and expand what they do. That’s the hope. The hope is to be ahead of the curve and to be a facilitator for bigger growth.”
Earlier this year, Agassi competed professionally in pickleball, winning a mixed doubles title and participating in exhibition matches, sometimes alongside his wife, Steffi Graf.
Andre and wife Steffi Graf both play pickleball – the fastest-growing sport in the world (Image: Getty)Four people at his wedding
Amid these professional evolutions, Agassi’s personal life remains anchored in family, a stark contrast to his high-octane tennis days. His enduring partnership with wife Steffi began in the late 1990s, sparked by a practice session arranged by their coaches.
After Agassi’s divorce from actress Brooke Shields, the pair’s romance blossomed, leading to a profoundly intimate wedding in October 2001, at their Las Vegas home. In keeping with their preference for privacy, only four people attended: Agassi, Graf and their respective mothers. No lavish affair or celebrity guests – just a simple ceremony. Days later, their son Jaden Gil arrived, followed by daughter Jaz Elle in 2003.
Post-retirement, Agassi and Graf have prioritised a low-key family life, shielding their children from the pressures of professional tennis. Jaden pursued baseball, playing at the University of Southern California, while Jaz has explored dance and supported her father’s ventures, including his Laver Cup appearance.