American ATP star Christopher Eubanks received an unexpected epiphany in the most unexpected of places. When he thought his Netflix and Chill session would relieve him of his recent match tensions, he succumbed to a complete surprise. Not only did his show bring him amusement, but he also found an interesting connection with the sport. As he shares his experience on social media, his followers understand his passion for tennis.

Eubanks had an interesting revelation while having his recent Netflix and chill moment. This ATP star was binging a Netflix true crime documentary named The Menendez Brothers. The story revolved around Lyle and Erik Menendez, who served life in prison in the United States for murdering their parents.

Director Alejandro Hartmann brings out all the materials, documentation of trials, and the accounts of the convicts to look at the 30-year-old case in search of many important questions.

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The American ATP star was immersed when he discovered an interesting fact about the Netflix Show. Sharing a photo of the series from his television, Eubanks wrote, “The Menendez Brothers were tennis players?!?!?!” His caption could express his surprise while knowing the fact.

Many who are watching the documentary should know that Erik Menendez showed exceptional talent in tennis when he attended Beverly Hills High School. He ranked 44th in the US Junior tennis. Two weeks before the gruesome murder, Erik Menendez entered the 1989 Boys’ Junior National Tennis Championship. After earning their parents’ wealth, the brothers started spending lavishly and Erik hired a full-time tennis coach. He participated in a tennis tournament series in Israel before his arrest.

While the murder has gained popularity in the United States, people hardly know about his connection with the sport. Being a tennis player, Eubanks found that connection interesting and shared his surprise with his followers through his social media profile.

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Eubanks is playing at the Charleston Challengers and making good progress so far. His Netflix and chill session might be his method of keeping his mind fresh before he heads up for his next match today.

Christopher Eubanks reached the quarterfinals in Charleston Challengers

Eubanks had a disappointing run at the 2024 US Open. However, he didn’t ponder over his defeat. After exiting the American Slam in the first round, Eubanks attended the Columbus Challenger and reached the quarterfinals. In this round, he offered an impressive performance but ultimately lost to Japan’s Naoki Nakagawa by 6-2, 6(4)-7(7), and 6(4)-7(7). After that tournament, Eubanks attended the Charleston Challengers and reached the quarterfinals which was set to take place today. 

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While Eubanks reached a career rank as high as number 29 last year, his performance this year hasn’t been impressive. He is currently ranked at ATP no 123 and his recent efforts echoed his intense wish to improvise like his friend Ben Shelton.

Christopher Eubanks had an interesting Netflix session that surprised his social media followers. Given he has his quarterfinal match today, his supporters hope he will focus on his match and move forward the round to earn a title. Do you think Eubanks can do it?