Live Ball May Be The Latest Aerobic Trend in Tennis
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Can Stretching Really Prevent Tennis Injuries? What Science Says
The image of a tennis player meticulously stretching before stepping onto the court is almost iconic. For years, stretching has been touted as a crucial element in injury prevention. It is a way to prepare the body for the demands of powerful serves and quick pivots. However, many people question this long-held belief. Is stretching ... Read more
Serena is human and Osaka beats a lethargic field.
We are all very excited to have Serena back after a very long 13 months. It’s funny how we all kind of just expected her to come back and start off where she left off. Never mind the fact that she just gave birth a few months ago, and that during the last 13 ... Read more
The Top 5 Greatest Rivalries in Tennis
Watching Venus and Serena play each other in the fourth round of Indian Wells this past week reminded me about the many great rivalries in tennis. Since then, I’ve been thinking about my top five. After a few days of deliberation, here they are! 5. Navratilova vs. Evert (36-25) Back in the day, Evert was ... Read more
How Different Courts Affect the Game
Are all tennis courts created equal? It depends who you ask. There is no denying that the surface of a court makes a distinctive difference in the playing experience, especially when it comes to bounce and speed. Some players are able to adjust accordingly, while others struggle to adapt. Grand Slam winners prove ... Read more
Novak Djokovic and his Recovery
Unfortunately for Novak Djokovic, taking most of 2017 to heal his elbow and also to regroup mentally may not have been the best course of action. He has now needed a medical intervention on the elbow that has been bothering him for some time, which has led him to change his service motion. Here’s a ... Read more
Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka on the comeback trail.
If you thought women’s tennis couldn’t get any better these last two months, think again. We have two former number ones, with a burning desire to get back on the court, coming back. Serena is making her official debut on February 10th against the Netherlands in Fed Cup, while Vicka was given a wild card ... Read more
Australian Open Recap
This was one of the most exciting Grand Slams that I have seen in a long time. That being said, I think it’s fair to say that the women carried this Grand Slam. On the men’s side, we had some great matches, but in the end, it was Roger Federer holding the trophy. Not to ... Read more
Top 3 Most Unique and Stylistic Serves in the Open Era
It is well known who has had some of the most effective serves in the open era. Roger Federer, Goran Ivanisevic, Pete Sampras, Martina Navratilova and Serena Williams would probably top that list. However, who has the most stylistic serve? By stylistic, I’m talking about those players that have had a very distinctive looking serve, ... Read more
Athlete Profile: Alexander Zverev
Age: 20 Weight: 189 lbs. (86KG) Height: 6’6” (198CM) Birthplace: Hamburg, Germany Singles Ranking: 4 Plays: Right-handed, Two-handed Backhand Coach: Alexander Zverev Sr. and Juan Carlos Ferrero Career Titles: 7 Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco Alexander is not only the youngest player currently in the ATP top 30, he is also ranked world No. 4 ... Read more
Staying Healthy On & Off The Court Part I
In order to maintain strength, stamina, and longevity as a tennis player it’s essential that you maintain a healthy regimen both on and off the court. We’re not just talking about a healthy diet and an efficient workout routine here, we’ll be talking about how to take care of your health both physically and mentally. ... Read more
US Open 2017 – ‘Curiouser and curiouser!’
The US Open, as the last slam of the season in New York, occupies a very special place for the players and the fans. A long, unpredictable tennis season, and many times the challenging conditions in New York, can make the US Open very difficult, but very often players still refer to it as a ... Read more
Live Ball May Be The Latest Aerobic Trend in Tennis
If you love tennis as much as I do, you are constantly looking for opportunities to get on the court and hit that little yellow ball. For years, I was chasing fellow players trying to set up regular games, and with everyone’s busy schedule, many times a doubles match was cancelled at the last minute ... Read more