MELBOURNE, Australia — Madison Keys is starting the new season with a new coach — who is a man — which is going well now that he's toned down the topspin.
The 20-year-old American had a breakthrough season last year, starting with a run to the semifinals at the Australian Open, during her partnership with Lindsay Davenport. The former No. 1-ranked Davenport couldn't travel full time because of family and commentating responsibilities this year, so Keys is now working with former ATP player Jesse Levine.
Asked if Levine has had to get used to women's tennis, Keys answered with a smile and said, "He's been fine so far.