Okay, so I’ve been diving into this book about John McEnroe, you know, the tennis guy famous for yelling at umpires. The book’s called “But Seriously,” which is a pretty chill title if you ask me. I started reading it a couple of days ago, and let me tell you, it’s a wild ride.
First off, I cracked open the book and started flipping through the pages. It’s got stories from his time on the court, back in the 70s and 80s. And man, those were some different times, right?
Here’s what I did:
- Started reading: I just dove right in. No fancy techniques, just good old-fashioned reading.
- Took notes: Whenever something interesting popped up, I scribbled it down. Like his outbursts, his family life with Tatum O’Neal and their kids, and his thoughts on what to do after retiring from tennis.
- Watched some clips: Yeah, I went down a YouTube rabbit hole and watched some of his classic matches and, of course, his famous arguments with the refs. It’s one thing to read about it, but seeing it is a whole other level.
- Talked to a friend: I have this buddy who’s also a big tennis fan. We chatted about the book, and he shared some insights from McEnroe’s old coach. It was cool to get another perspective.
One part that really stuck with me was this scene described in a documentary where McEnroe is kinda like a fallen star. It’s deep, man. It got me thinking about how hard it must be to transition from being a top athlete to just… regular life.
I also read somewhere that McEnroe had lunch with someone to talk about this very issue. It’s like, what do you do when you can’t do the thing you’re best at anymore? That’s some heavy stuff to think about, especially when you compare him to players like Federer.
What I’ve learned so far
This book isn’t just about tennis. It’s about a guy dealing with life after fame, figuring out his place in the world. It’s relatable, even if you’re not a tennis legend. I’m still reading it, but so far, it’s been a good journey. I’ll keep you guys posted on how it goes!
