Tennis Tips for Seniors and Every Tennis Lovers
The vast majority of tennis tournaments around the world are played on courts which could be described as ‘hard’ or ‘clay’. There are several different versions of each, but both categories of court have some unique characteristics. In this article we will compare clay vs hard courts to illustrate the impact different surfaces have on …
We all love hitting a tennis ball, but for many of us it is not just about hitting nice shots: we want to know how to win tennis matches. You will come across plenty of players who look really stylish on the practice court, but who don’t win many matches. A lot of the skills …
One of the key differences between tennis and other racket sports is the significance of the serve. In tennis, you can afford to attack the first serve and try to win the point with it, simply because you get another try if you miss it. Learning how to win points with your second serve is …
One of the most exciting shots and movements in tennis is Roger Federer’s SABR. The way he attacks the net on the opponent’s second serve, creating trouble is well-known around the world. If you have watched any of his games in the last decade, you’ll know how it’s done and below we will analyze step …
Have you watched any of Rafael Nadal’s buggy whip forehand before? How cool are them? “I want to imitate him”, someone says’. Do you share the same curiosity? Would you like to try it yourself and stun your opponent in the next game? Then if you do so, read this article and be the star …
Very few tennis players actively relish dealing with high-bouncing balls on their backhand side. At club level this tactic can produce relatively weak, ineffective returns, and even at professional level it can force an opponent into giving an opportunity to strike a winner. Nonetheless, it is possible to learn how to combat this type of …
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The inside-out forehand in tennis refers to the shot of hitting the forehand diagonally on the other side of the court. Interesting is to understand the dynamic of the movement which involves a lot of coordination and space/hit preparation. This is a shot that can be definite in the rally, creating a lot of damage …
Want to hit a tennis lob? Or, tired of getting lobbed? If you are one of the above, this article is for you! When a player is on top in a rally, they will be looking for a way to finish the point. If their opponent is quick and consistent, and thus hard to hit …
The forehand slice is a shot which is rarely taught or discussed in modern tennis. At the highest level, many matches go by without a single sliced forehand being played. Nonetheless, the shot can be very useful in a variety of situations, and some professionals have enjoyed quite a bit of success using it as …
For most of us, the tennis we watch on television is generally singles, but the bulk of the tennis we play tends to be doubles. Even for enthusiastic senior singles players, many matches and practice sessions will be in a doubles format. Doubles is generally regarded as a more sociable form of the game, and …