Endorsed Racquet: Head Auxetic Extreme Line (Previously the Pro but that is not offered at retail anymore) Actual Racquet: Head IG Extreme Pro – pro stock code TGT 285.2 Strings: Signum Pro Firestorm at 23kg This Italian hunk has been tearing up the tour with a booming serve and giant forehand to boot. He looks …
Roger Federer will always be the GOAT in my heart. I was deeply saddened but not surprised by his retirement announcement this past week. His electric shotmaking, graceful movement, and congenial demeanor will be sorely missed on the tour. But really, we’re lucky to have watched him for so long! As one might speculate, his …
Head sizes have gradually gone up in tennis over the years. Gone are the days when players would use small head sizes and wooden racquets. The game is now built for modern power and larger racquets overall. Two of the most popular head sizes for competitive players are 98 in.² and 100 in.². How do …
A lot of unique words make up the tennis vernacular. Perhaps at the top of the list is the word “love.” Hearing it said constantly, people start to gather that it means zero. However, is there a reason why love is another way to say zero? Zero is called love thanks to the French word …
The average tennis player finding success at the professional level is a bit on the thin side compared to many athletes. Although there is a need for quite a bit of power in the game, carrying around too much bulk seems to be negative. This is why the best players try to keep weight off …
The Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur has been the talk of the tennis world the last year with her success in the Grand Slams. She is the highest-ranked African tennis player of all time and is a true inspiration for all African kids, nothing is impossible, no matter where you come from. But, what kind …
There are numerous tennis racquet choices when it comes to shopping around and purchasing a new weapon of choice. Whether it’s considering brand, head size, grip size, or the strings that go into the racquet, there’s a lot to consider. It can almost be overwhelming for the average player. The string pattern is one more …
A unique aspect of tennis is the fact that the game is played on different surfaces throughout the year. Players must be able to find success on different surfaces if they want to be the true number one player in the world. The four Grand Slams fall into three categories for court surface. Both the …
Tennis players have a distinctive look when they are on the court. Throughout time, they are doing everything possible to stay as lightweight and comfortable as possible. Since tennis is usually played outdoors, it can get very hot. Comfortable clothing is always necessary. It all starts with the feet, and that starts with the socks. …
The British tennis star Jack Draper is one of the most promising next-generation players. With his powerful serve and accurate groundstrokes, he can beat any player on a good day. But, what racquet does Draper use to compete at the ATP Tour? Let’s go through it! Jack Draper plays with an old version of the …
The Australian wonderboy Jason Kubler is back in the biz after struggling to play at all for most of his career due to injuries. Even if he’s not a youngster anymore, it still feels like his career just started. But, what racquet does the Australian use when competing on the ATP Tour? Let’s go through …