Should Pro Athletes Even Use Social Media? | Karue Sell
About this episode
Karue Sell discusses the impact of social media on professional athletes and the culture surrounding tennis.
Karue Sell returns to the podcast for one of our favorite conversations yet. We discuss why modern athletes might be too accessible, whether Wimbledon should ban phones like The Masters, and how social media may actually be hurting professional tennis players. Karue also breaks down why the internet distorts success in sports, the problem with “optimization culture,” and why years of boring work matter more than viral mindset hacks. We also dive into: Tommy Paul and athlete “mystique” Why some players should stay off social media Tennis culture vs golf culture The psychology of pressure and being present Federer, Nadal & the difference between old-school stars and modern athletes Wilson rackets, the P98, and pro gear changes Why pro tennis players obsess over tiny details How confidence, luck, and momentum actually work in tennis Enjoy the episode and let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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