Tsitsipas Talks Greece, Glory, and Gyros: Inside His Candid 2GB Interview
Sydney radio personality Spiro Christopoulos scored a delightful chat with tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas at the United Cup media day. He described their conversation as "an excellent, candid interview" covering topics near and dear to the Greek champion's heart.
Fresh off celebrating with family in Abu Dhabi, a slightly jet-lagged Tsitsipas beamed when discussing his "second home away from home." He expressed immense gratitude for the passionate support from Sydney's vibrant Greek community. "It feels like I'm playing in front of a home crowd," he exclaimed.
The interview showcased Tsitsipas' deep connection to his heritage. He fondly reminisced about his first visit to Sydney in 2016, feeling embraced by the warm welcome and rich traditions of the city's Greek community. It's an appreciation that transcends the court, as Christopoulos revealed their conversation spanned everything from family ties to representing Greece on the global stage.
While intriguing hints were dropped about Tsitsipas' personal life, including his relationship with fellow tennis star Paula Badosa, the real spotlight in the interview was reserved for the heartwarming connection between the champion and his fans. This glimpse into Tsitsipas' human side beyond the athletic prowess is sure to resonate with both his dedicated supporters and tennis enthusiasts alike.
Listen to this exclusive interview as he discusses representing Greece, his support in Australia, his family, his relationship with Paula Badosa, and the best Greek restaurant in Sydney.
What is the schedule for the 2024 United Cup?
SYDNEY GROUP PLAY - KEN ROSEWALL ARENA
| Day | Time/Group | Teams |
| Fri. 29 Dec. | Day | No play |
| Fri. 29 Dec. | Night | No play |
| Sat. 30 Dec. | 10.30am / F | Netherlands v Norway |
| Sat. 30 Dec. | 5.30pm / D | Italy v Germany |
| Sun. 31 Dec. | 10.30am /B | Canada v Chile |
| Sun. 31 Dec. | Night | No play |
| Mon. 1 Jan. | 10.30am / F | Croatia v Norway |
| Mon. 1 Jan. | 5.30pm /D | France v Germany |
| Tue. 2 Jan. | 10.30am / B | Greece v Chile |
| Tue. 2 Jan. | 5.30pm /F | Croatia v Netherlands |
| Wed. 3 Jan. | 10.30 am / D | France v Italy |
| Wed. 3 Jan. | 5.30pm / B | Greece v Canada |
How can I watch the 2024 United Cup?
See below for a list of broadcasters for the 2024 United Cup.
| Region | Broadcaster | Territory |
| Africa | beIN Sports | Algeria, Djibouti, Jordan, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tunisia |
| Asia-Pacific & Oceania | 9Now & Stan Sport | Australia (Streaming) |
| Asia-Pacific & Oceania | Nine | Australia (Free-to-air TV) |
| Asia-Pacific & Oceania | beIN Sports | Brunei, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand |
| Asia-Pacific & Oceania | Digicel | Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Futana, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis |
| Asia-Pacific & Oceania | Sportcast | Taiwan |
| Asia-Pacific & Oceania | Tennis Channel | American Samoa, Northern Marianas |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports | Anguilla, Antigua, Aruba, Ascension Island, Bahamas, Barbados, Barbuda, Bermuda, Bonaire, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Curacao, Dominica, French Guiana, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saba, St. Barthelemy, St. Kitts/Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos |
| Europe | A1 Max Sport | Bulgaria |
| Europe | DigiSport | Romania |
| Europe | ERT | Greece |
| Europe | Polsat Sport | Poland |
| Europe | Sport TV | Portugal |
| Europe | SportKlub | Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montegnegro, Serbia, Slovenia |
| Europe | Super Tennis | Italy, San Marino, Vatican City |
| Europe | Tennis Channel International | Austria, Germany, Ireland, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom |
| Europe | Israel | United Cup YouTube |
| Europe | Viaplay | Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden |
| India & Subcontinent | Tennis Channel International | India |
| India & Subcontinent | United Cup YouTube | Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka |
| Latin America | Claro Sports | Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, |
| Middle East | beIN Sports | Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, United Arab Emirates, Yemen |
| North America | Tennis Channel | Puerto Rico, USA, US Virgin Islands |
| North America | TSN & RDS | Canada |
