When evaluating which racket to spend your hard-earned money on, you no doubt consider how price and quality compare. Will buying a racket that is slightly more expensive than your last one give you an edge? The good news is that there is a wide variety of rackets out there, many that can be … [Read more...]

As a fan of tennis, there is no doubt one match that has meant something special to you, a match so memorable that you chalked it up as one of the best. Let’s face it, there have been many incredible tennis matches throughout the Open Era and even before. Maybe you have been lucky enough to see some … [Read more...]

In tennis, one of the weapons in a player’s arsenal is their serve. When you have a blazing fast serve, you can put the game in your back pocket right away. It’s obvious that having a serve that is faster and stronger than your opponent is going to help you win the match. With that being said, what … [Read more...]

Up until the 1980s, carpet tennis courts were widely used, even in tournaments. Why are carpet courts in tennis no longer used? And what made them so special in the first place? Today you are going to learn all that you need to know about carpet courts in tennis. Let’s begin! What are Carpet … [Read more...]

When someone talks about seeding in tennis, you might imagine officials seeding the grass court for a new season. While that is not technically wrong, there is another form of seeding in tennis that is incredibly important in professional matches. In the context of sports, seeding is a crucial … [Read more...]

Tennis is a game that has a lot of quirks, including some odd terminology that is downright confusing. It may even feel like one of the hardest parts of tennis to learn. But aside from the pushers and bagels and smashes, there is one word that tends to generate a lot of questions. The word is … [Read more...]

Have you been inspired by tennis greats like Rafael Nadal or Serena Williams to become a professional? When watching the advanced players, tennis may look almost effortless. The neon ball sails back and forth over the net until one person makes a mistake. So it should be relatively easy to learn the … [Read more...]

The counter puncher. Moonballer. Lobber. Pusher. Dreaded words to be found or heard at the tennis court. What does it mean to be a pusher in tennis? It means to be problematic, that’s what. A pusher can be a difficult challenge to overcome, making them a bothersome opponent to have whether you are a … [Read more...]

Being that Greece is where the Olympics began, it is no small wonder that the country produces some incredible athletes. Although Greek tennis players are not usually on the radar, there are some who have risen to great heights. Others continue to make a name for themselves, gaining massive … [Read more...]

Although Asia makes up a large portion of the global population, it is not as much of a hot spot when talking about tennis. Sure, there are some current favorites hailing from Asia, such as Naomi Osaka. But is there anyone else you can name off the top of your head? Let’s take a look at the top 10 … [Read more...]