Players and fans follow ATP and WTA rankings. It basically shows how good the player is (in comparison with others). The system of how the ATP and WTA points are counted is easy, but not everyone knows the logic behind. Therefore, we prepared a quick cheat sheet to get the […]
You do not see many tennis pro players using aggressive moves to the net in singles. Instead, there are plenty of hits from baseline with a precise aim to tire the opponent (and to bore fans). I know that not everybody was born with Boris Becker skills, but I would […]
You probably noticed that all tennis professionals have a logo on their racket strings. It is the promotion that players easily give in exchange for sponsoring. Though, not just tennis pros but every player can have the logo on tennis strings as well. Just say a word to your stringer, […]
The tennis serve is one of the mightiest weapons in the game. The ability to return the tennis serve is essential, but the practice is not that easy. You will need a practice partner with a lot of time and a lot of skills. He should be ready to serve […]
“Buying a matched pair of tennis rackets,” does it make sense? And what does it mean? Those are questions I hear a lot. My quick answer is: yes, it makes sense. For reasoning and explanation, please read my detailed answer below. First of all, it is essential to know who […]
You finally read relevant tennis racket reviews and choose the best tennis racket for you. Now you know the brand, type, head size, length and weight of your future tennis racket. Still, one important decision lies ahead. You need to choose the correct tennis racket grip size. Wrong grip size […]
Any newbie in a tennis game has a lot of questions. I wrote down the most frequently asked questions about tennis with simple answers. The list of questions will be updated continuously. I hope this “Tennis FAQ” will be a good starting point for any tennis newbie. In case you […]
Tennis has always been known as sports of gentlemen. White shorts and shirts and decent behavior of players and fans were the sign of tennis. A lot of things changed in the past years and tennis changed too, but there are still some good habits preserved during tennis matches. This […]
Going to play on clay court can be tricky for a “hard court only” players. The way of moving and playing on a clay court is different from the one you are used to from hard court. We already put up a list of basic advice on the clay court care […]
It would be interesting to know on what surface my readers play the most (Let me know in the poll below). I know that it depends on the location you live and where you play. I was “hard court only” player for a long time. However, after moving to a […]
Practice makes champions. And the Tennis Ball Machine can make the workout effective and easier for anyone. However, the Tennis Ball Machine cannot make a miracle. It will not make the champion from everybody. It is an excellent addition to some practice exercises, but it can not fully replace the […]
Every tennis player knows it. You lost first set and your outlook does not look good. You are constantly making unforced mistakes or your opponent outplays you in longer exchanges. What should you do in such moments? How to make a comeback in tennis? Tennis is not just about your […]
There is no simple answer to “How to win a tennis match?” question. I played a lot of tennis matches and I watched even more matches than I played. Sometimes I put my observation in the form of notes on the paper to summarize my thoughts and to have something […]
Tennis is a beautiful game when you put your physical and mental strength into the test. You do not need costly equipment and a group of people to play a game of tennis. You need just one opponent, a few things, and a tennis court for a tennis game at […]
You will hardly find a tennis player in the world who is playing with a bare handle of a tennis racket. And there are just a few players who are satisfied with base grip. Tennis Overgrip is the second cheapest thing you will need as a tennis player. However, its advantages […]
Summer has many benefits for tennis players. You can play outside in the fresh air. There are plenty of tennis courts with different surfaces available. The prices for courts are lower than during autumn or winter. However, summer brings also some drawbacks. Anyone who did suffer from heatstroke or sunstroke […]