It is most apparent when two tennis players are wearing the same outfit while playing each other – this happens more often than you might think. The reason is not down to a happy accident or the fact that tennis players have no unique sense of style. It is because of the obligation they have …
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Professional tennis players often wear luxurious watches on and off the court. One might think it is inconvenient to wear this kind of watch during a tennis match, yet some players choose to always wear one while playing. Other players opt to only wear the expensive wrist jewelry off the court. Tennis players are paid …
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 …
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. …
Sometimes sports commentators say it. Sometimes it’s in the headlines on the news articles. Sometimes it’s on the actual Wimbledon website. If you’re a tennis fan, you’ve heard the prestigious Wimbledon Championship called SW19. You may have wondered why the grass-courted Grand Slam location has this nickname, and you wouldn’t be the only one. The …
Every tennis player has their own quirks on the court when they are in the middle of a match. One of the more common quirks is blowing on the hands. From an outsider, this might seem like nothing more than a habit developed over the years that serves no actual purpose. However, some players believe …
As someone who plays golf and tennis, I find both sports demanding in different ways. Although tennis is lot more challenging physically, the mental game of golf is very tough. That’s not to say you don’t need to me in great shape to be a top golfer these days. Looking at how often professional golfers …
Over the years playing tennis, I haven’t faced that many left handed players. However, on the rare occasions when I’ve played them in singles, I certainly have to adapt my tactics and think about where I’m placing my shots, particularly on the serve. In this article, let’s take a look at whether left handed tennis …
One of the most enjoyable things about tennis is that once you’re on the court, you’re on your own. Only you can find a way tactically and mentally to beat your opponent. Tennis demands a lot physically on your body, but you need the right mindset and the right strategy to win matches. Coaches can …
When I watch a tennis match I often wonder how far the players are actually running throughout the game. The court may be small, but with all the quick sprints and sharp changes of direction, I bet it adds up quite a bit. On average players may run anywhere between 2-5 miles during a 5 …