British tennis legend Ann Jones has criticized Emma Raducanu for her apparent indecisiveness amid her high turnover of coaches in her young career. Raducanu burst onto the scene at the 2021 US Open, becoming the first qualifier in tennis history to win a Grand Slam. She achieved this monumental feat without losing a set in…
As winter is fast approaching, it may be worth considering how the climate affects your tennis game and what can be done to adjust to different weather and settings. Many professional players make tiny adjustments to their setups as they travel from tournament to tournament, court surface to court surface, and while such obsession over…
In the 1990s, it was common to see pro players and high level amateur players requesting very high string tensions, with most stringing well above 60lbs or even 70lbs, and some crossing the 75 and 80lbs line. But today, many professional players request the opposite. It’s common to see pro players with tensions well below…
Wilson has always been a giant in the tennis world, famed for rackets wielded by legends like Pete Sampras (Pro Staff 85) and Roger Federer (Roger Federer Autograph). Yet, until recently, their foray into sportswear was uncharted territory. In 2021, under Joelle Michaeloff’s guidance, Wilson launched its first lifestyle and performance collections. They quickly grabbed…
Nick Kyrgios has been called the bad boy of tennis for a very long time, and it’s not a nickname he’s really fond of. Kyrgios is a character and an acquired taste. There is no point arguing against that, but all in all, he’s not what many paint him to be. He looked bad because…
On Friday, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that the Russian and Belarusian athletes will be eligible to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. In its statement, the IOC clarified that the said athletes must meet certain conditions for their inclusion, one of which is to bear neutral status regarding their nationality. Contrary to…
One of the reasons why Nick Kyrgios plays tennis is for money, and that’s not a secret, it’s also the reason why he’s appalled by the way tennis players make money. When news about Saudi Arabia entering tennis broke a few months ago, Nick Kyrgios was the first to rejoice. His concern was his pocket,…
Taylor Fritz has been quite open about his distaste for the tennis balls used around the ATP Tour this year, and he voiced his displeasure once again. Many players have complained about the tennis balls used this year. Many players find the balls quite heavy after a bit of play, causing problems for many. A…
Naomi Osaka is returning to tennis in about a month, and she has had an added motivation since becoming a mother. Naomi Osaka is an accomplished tennis player, even though she has always struggled with motivating herself. She’s a competitor and enjoys doing that but never really derived any motivation to play for herself. That…
The intersection of sports and cannabis, particularly THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), has been a topic of significant debate and interest. Tennis, known for its physical demands and mental fortitude, presents an intriguing case study in this context. This article explores the potential partnership between tennis and THC, considering the legal, physiological, and psychological aspects. Legal Landscape The…
