TNT Sports hires Andre Agassi for French Open coverage

TNT Sports has enlisted Andre Agassi, an eight-time Grand Slam winner and 1999 French Open champion, as a studio analyst for its French Open coverage, marking a strategic move to enhance its broadcast offering. This decision is part of TNT's new 10-year, $650 million agreement with the French Tennis Federation to exclusively cover the French Open starting in 2025. Agassi will provide commentary during the semifinals and finals at Roland Garros, alongside a team featuring Brian Anderson and John McEnroe. Agassi's hiring is compared to TNT's strategy of using sports legends like Charles Barkley for NBA, Pedro Martinez for MLB, and Wayne Gretzky for NHL coverage. The network is also considering additional analysts like Jim Courier and Lindsay Davenport to further enrich its coverage. This initiative aims to attract both dedicated tennis fans and casual viewers, leveraging Agassi's storied career and expertise.