Pat Rafter Joins Team World as Vice Captain

Pat Rafter, a two-time US Open champion and former World No. 1, has been appointed as vice-captain of Team World for the 2025 Laver Cup, joining captain Andre Agassi. This appointment, confirmed during a news conference at the Australian Open, marks a significant leadership change as Rafter takes over from Patrick McEnroe, who has served since the tournament's inception in 2017. Rafter expressed his honor in taking on this role, emphasizing the importance of the Laver Cup in celebrating tennis legends like Rod Laver. Agassi praised Rafter's experience and character, stating they aim to build a strong team to compete in San Francisco from September 19-21, 2025. The Laver Cup, a unique team competition, pits top male players from Europe against their counterparts from the rest of the world, further highlighting the significance of Rafter's leadership. His addition is viewed as a step forward for Team World, aiming to improve their performance in the tournament, where they have struggled against Team Europe.