Jiri Lehecka has voiced his opposition to trash talk in tennis, expressing that such banter should be reserved for combat sports like MMA. In a post-match interview after his win against Grigor Dimitrov in the Monte-Carlo Masters, Lehecka emphasized that tennis should maintain its status as a gentlemanly sport.
Lehecka’s views on trash talk
Talking to the Tennis Channel, Lehecka made it clear that he opposes the idea of trash talk in tennis. He stated, “I think that this [trash talk], I will leave it to the MMA. I think that I’m still trying to have this sport as the gentleman part.” Lehecka further expressed how much he enjoys the atmosphere and vibes at Wimbledon, and that’s how tennis should be experienced.
Enjoying the vibes at Wimbledon
Lehecka shared his appreciation for Wimbledon, saying, “I enjoyed my time in Wimbledon, where we can feel that vibes a bit more. I think that this is how tennis should be like and like the way how two guys go to the arena, competing, trying to put the best from each other.” Clearly, Lehecka values the sportsmanship and camaraderie in the tennis world.
Lehecka’s dream dinner guests
In the interview, Lehecka also mentioned three people he would love to have dinner with: Conor McGregor, Michael Jordan, and Elon Musk. About McGregor, he admired how the MMA fighter interacts with fans and capitalizes on trash talk to his advantage. Lehecka praised Jordan for his determination and drive, describing how “he didn’t care about anything” and only focused on achieving his goals. Lastly, Lehecka found Musk’s vision for humanity’s future to be intriguing and inspiring.
In summary, Jiri Lehecka stands against the introduction of trash talk in tennis and believes the sport should remain gentlemanly. He appreciates the competitive yet respectful atmosphere at Wimbledon and has admiration for figures like McGregor, Jordan, and Musk for various reasons, despite their differing approaches to their respective fields.
