The timing was like serving a sizzling ace when Felix Auger-Aliassime joined Team World for the 2023 Laver Cup in Vancouver. Article content

The Montreal native had struggled on the Grand Slam tennis circuit that year with stunning first-round exits at the French Open, Wimbledon and U.S. Open. A nagging knee tendon ailment didn’t help, but then being immersed in a supportive team atmosphere — guided by persuasive and legendary Laver Cup captain John McEnroe — was the salve to heal emotional wounds in a sport that can eat you up. Article content Article content

Auger-Aliassime responded with crucial singles and doubles victories at Rogers Arena as Team World cruised to the title over Team Europe. It wasn’t a Grand Slam victory, but a September accomplishment to remember.

“We wanted

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