In tennis, serving is one of the biggest weapons a player has in their arsenal, and it's an integral part of the game at elite-level competitions. This wasn’t always the case, but as racket technology became more advanced and players became more athletic the serve gradually morphed into one of … [Read more...]

Tennis is one of the most strategic sports in the world, and while physical fitness and coordination are incredibly important, shot choice and strategy also play a huge part in what separates elite-level players from each other and is often as crucial or more crucial than fitness and technique … [Read more...]

Prominent tennis players around the world get their shoes custom-made from the top companies. While the majority of them are from the sponsors, others have to spend a good amount of money to get shoes that offer optimal comfort and impeccable performance. Image Credits: … [Read more...]

Court-specific tennis shoes are one of the most important pieces of equipment a tennis player can have. You’ll need to have one specific shoe for both clay, grass, and hard surfaces, in order to perform as best as you can, and so you’re comfortable wherever you are playing. Today, I’ll be … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]