Fernando González announces he is going to Miami and hides his option in the plebiscite

Fernando González leaves Chile. The Bombardero de La Reina seeks tranquility and a change of scenery. He will settle in the United States, more precisely in Miami. Before you go, yes, let several definitions. He talks about tennis, the sport in which he shone and established himself as one of the best Chilean specialists in history and politics. He does this without any desire to stir up controversy, although his statements spark intense debate.

“There are things to prioritize, and I want to enjoy the kids a little more before they grow up. I’ve spent my whole life living all over the world and I’ve been in Chile for 10 years now, it’s time for a little change that will be useful to me, apart from the weather,” says he in an interview with the Clay Tennis site. And then he clarifies the definition, consulted to know if he refers to the meteorological or political factor. “Both. But more to seek warmth. The kids have a great time there. In winter, there are many respiratory viruses. I’m still going to keep my stuff in Chile, which I love. My school, I do various clinics and lectures, so I’m going to be very connected, coming and going. It’s nice to be able to go out with the children every day to play. In Santiago at this time it is very cold, in addition there is a lot of smog. Also, if I wanted to work in tennis, I would have more possibilities,” he said.

In this aspect he is particularly cautious, although he promises to vote in the constitutional plebiscite, but without revealing his position. “As a cross athlete, I never wanted to give an opinion and I never will. But clearly I will go and vote because it is a duty. No matter what you put on, you have to go (…) It’s not because of the image or anything, but I don’t want people rubbing my back, or others criticizing me. everyone’s opinion is much more respected,” he explains.

In the same vein, consulted on support for President Gabriel Boric, he insists: “In these times they are all cannon fodder. In politics, in Chile, giving an opinion has a cost and I do not want to assume it”.

González vibrates with tennis and has a broad vision of the circuit. He speaks for example of Nick Kyrgios. “He’s a very controversial person, he’s rebellious, he doesn’t arouse indifference, some may like him, others may hate him. He sells himself a lot, unfortunately sometimes with negative things. That’s necessary because it’s outside the rules of tennis within the rules. Bring in a lot of new fans. He’s a great athlete and a great tennis player. He plays to release the pressure, like when he says he goes to the bar. Others can do the same but keep quiet, ”he says.

However, it is about Christian Garin that he discusses more technical aspects. “It all adds up. I really liked what I saw. Beat someone like De Minaur on a surface that is not as familiar to you as to him. Two sets to love, a match point against… that’s something important. Obviously there are things to improve”, he appreciates regarding the presentation of the ariqueño at Wimbledon, although he sets a task for him. “Try to close more points at the net, pick the right play better and make more shifts, which isn’t done a lot on the tour. This stuff of giving advice through the media… if he asks me directly, I will give him my opinion Today I see that almost all the players play at the same height and at the same speed, there are few who make the changes like Roger, Tsitsipas or Thiem Play low, low, with a slice, and also make the switch to play high Garin could do that if he feels comfortable.

Having already ventured as a commentator, there is one role that only seems askew: that of the coach. “I also don’t want to travel all year round. Today, I do not exchange it, because I want to be a current dad. Some weeks, yes, you could see. If so, the tennis player should choose me. If someone I’m interested in chooses me, I might be excited. I like competition, it has its advantages, working from within. On the other hand, traveling again is my stumbling block. You must see this. Being in Miami means being closer to everything and I will have options that I will see,” he said of the contradiction he would have to resolve to reintegrate into the circuit, now as a guide.