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Top Speed Tennis – Clay Ballard Review
The tennis world has a lot of online coaches, instructors and influencers these days. With tennis being such a global sport, and the internet being so far reaching, tennis coaches wanting to sell their tips, tricks and philosophies to budding tennis players has never...
Best Portable Tennis Nets
Tennis has become a much more versatile sport as it has become more globally recognised. Gone are the days of tennis only being played by the wealthy elites and aristocracy. Nowadays, anyone in the world can pick up a racket, create a makeshift net and play tennis....
Top 10 Angry Tennis Player Outbursts
As tennis fans we can become used to seeing the professionals play the game with a certain level of serenity and calmness. This is common because of the level of competition they play at. After all, there is a lot of prize money, ranking points and career status at...
Top 10 Best Tennis Stretches
As the modern game of tennis has become so much more physical, it has become even more important to look after your body and work on injury prevention. There is nothing more frustrating than an injury sidelining you from your favourite sport, especially if it can be...
Biggest Forehands Ever in Tennis!
Over the years we have seen some players with massive forehands grace the professional game. These players possess the power to unleash thunderbolts on the court, blistering balls past their opponents and shocking tennis fans with their unrivalled pace. To become a...
Guide To Tennis Tie Breaks
Tennis has a lot of rules that set it apart from other sports. From the scoring convention to the vocabulary used, there are a lot of idiosyncrasies in our beloved sport. One of the most pivotal changes that has ever been made to the game of tennis is the introduction...
Tennis Doubles Rules
Singles tennis has dominated our TV screens for the past few decades. It has been supported by some of the world’s most recognisable athletes, including Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. These three icons have popularised the sport to a point that even...
Split Step in Tennis
As the game of tennis has become so much more physical over the past couple of decades, footwork has come under the spotlight more and more. Of course, out and out fitness, technique, timing and tactics are all very important elements of becoming a good tennis player,...
Playmate Tennis Ball Machine Reviews
Using a tennis ball machine is a great way to improve your game, regardless of whether you have a hitting partner or coach to play with. Ball machines give you the ability to practice consistency, technique and fitness on your own, as they will feed balls to you...
Spinfire Pro 2 Ball Machine Review
Using a tennis ball machine is a great way to improve your game, even if you don’t have a hitting partner to play with. You can work on your fitness, technique or movement patterns with a ball machine. Not only that, but you can of course set up a ball machine to...
Silent Partner Ball Machine Reviews
Using a tennis ball machine can be a great way to improve your tennis game. No matter whether you have a hitting partner or coach available, you can still get that all important hitting practice in with a ball machine. This means that when your opponents are...
Roger Federer Backhand Analysis
Roger Federer has cemented himself in tennis history as one of the greatest players of all time. Not only does he have 20 grand slam titles, he is one of the most recognisable and commercially valuable athletes in the world. The grace with which he plays the game has...
Let In Tennis
Tennis has some obscure rules, regulations and quirks. The scoring system is unlike any other sport, the etiquette of tennis and even the way tennis players dress is pretty unique. But, this is why we love the sport. It makes it stand out and feel special every time...
Top 10 Tennis Racket Smashes Of All Time!
Let’s be honest, we all love a good racket smash! It’s that guilty pleasure that we know we shouldn’t enjoy, but we secretly long for when we watch tennis on TV. Of course, it doesn’t set a great example to junior players watching the game, as tennis rackets are...
The Two Handed Tennis Forehand
There are a number of ways to hit a forehand in tennis. You may hit the ball flat or with monster topspin. You may hit the ball with a traditional technique or as a buggy whip. But one thing that most players agree on is hitting the forehand with one hand. There is...
Universal Tennis Rating System Explained
When you start to play tennis there is always an urge to improve and compete with other players, particularly as you develop your game. It's like you’ve got the tennis bug, constantly looking to fine tune your shots, movement, tactics and physicality. However, when...
The Kyrgios Underarm Serve!
The underarm serve has become a popular feature in the professional tennis world over the last few years. It is something we have seen a few times across tennis history, but it is not a common sight. One of the most frequent proponents of the underarm is one Nick...
Trophy Pose On Tennis Serve
The serve is arguably the most important shot in tennis. It is the only shot you have complete control over and therefore should be worked on as much as possible. A lot of recreational players lack confidence on their serve however, as it is something that is not...
Best Tennis Agility Drills
Optimising your physical conditioning is a major part of becoming a better tennis player. It is important to be quick around the court so you can ultimately get to more balls, get more shots in the court, win more points and therefore more matches. But being in good...
The Buggy Whip Tennis Forehand
Mastering the tennis forehand is a very important part of improving as a tennis player. The forehand is a very important shot that some of the best players of all time have been able to center their games around. The likes of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have built...
Stan Wawrinka Backhand Analysis
Stan Wawrinka has been a disruptive force in the world of men’s tennis over the last decade. Bursting on the scene in the early 2000s, he was always a raw talent that possessed a lot of natural power. Wawrinka has spent the majority of his career firmly in the shadow...
In/Out Tennis Device Review
As you start to play more tennis matches, one of the most frustrating elements can be calling your own lines. Not only do you have to concentrate on close calls, but you can easily miss out on winning points yourself if your opponent makes a mistake. This can be...
Playing Cross Court In Tennis
There are a lot of different ways to play the game of tennis. You may prefer to play aggressively, always looking to take the ball on, step inside the court and dictate the points as much as you can. Alternatively, you may be the sort of player that likes to counter...
Shoulder Pain In Tennis
If you have played a lot of tennis you will understand that injuries can be quite common. As tennis is a sport that requires movement from the entire body, these can creep up in a range of different areas. This is especially true if you have some muscular...
Pete Sampras Serve Analysis
Pete Sampras is most certainly one of the greatest servers of all time. The 14 time grand slam champion relied heavily on his powerful, accurate and consistent serve to soften up his opponents and become the most prolific player of his generation. Sampras played...
How To Hit The “Heavy” Forehand
The forehand is one of the most weaponized shots in tennis. It is very often used to dominate an opponent following an aggressive serve. Many of the greats of the game including Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal and Serena Williams have based their games around their...
How To Serve In Tennis
Picture the scene. It is a nice sunny day and you fancy going down to your local tennis courts to have a game with a friend. You are warming up groundstrokes from the baseline and enjoying yourself. Not a care in the world. Then, that dreaded question comes… shall we...
Feel Tennis Review
The internet has provided a wide range of ways to learn new tennis skills. Youtube, Google and Instagram offer content creators, coaches and professional players a platform to display their skills and help recreational players improve their games. Although this is a...
Best Tennis Overgrips
There’s nothing better than the feeling of a freshly gripped racket! Holding a racket with a fresh, tacky grip gives you a sense of confidence when striking the ball that just can’t be matched. Overgrips are a very important but often overlooked piece of tennis...
Martin Method Review
Fitness and movement have become fundamental parts of being a good tennis player in the modern game. As tennis has become a lot more popular and is now a global sport, many more young, athletic people that may have otherwise chosen to play soccer or take up athletics...
Best Hybrid Tennis String Combinations
When it comes to picking the best string combinations, there are a whole lot of choices out there. From string brands, to different materials, to colours, there are a lot of decisions to be made. As string technology has developed over the years, we have seen a wide...
Multifilament vs Polyester Tennis Strings
Finding the perfect tennis string for you can be a real dilemma. There are so many different brands, materials, gauges and technologies to choose from when it comes to tennis strings that it is easy to become confused and frustrated! So, understanding exactly what...
The One Handed Backhand Guide
The age old debate when teaching an up and coming tennis player is, should they play with a one handed or two handed backhand. Tennis was historically played with one hand only when players used wooden and aluminium rackets. However, the modern game has added more...
Best Grass Court Tennis Shoes
Wearing the right pair of tennis shoes for the court surface you are playing on it essential for performance, comfort and injury prevention. This is especially important when playing on grass courts as the unique surface may well feel alien to a lot of players. Grass...
Best Tennis Training Aids
These days there is a lot more to using the best tennis equipment than picking the right racket or shoes. There is an awful lot of tennis equipment out there that can help you improve your game. These can be anything from a ball on a string to a high tech tennis ball...
Tennis Express Review
Tennis express is one of America’s leading online tennis retailers. They offer everything from rackets to strings to on court equipment and have a very popular Youtube channel too! This area of the tennis market is a very competitive one, with big names such as...
How To Hit Monster Topspin in Tennis
Hitting the ball with topspin is a fundamental part of improving your tennis game. Topspin has become an ever more present part of the modern game of tennis, so much so that most racket and string manufactures offer products specifically designed to maximise it! ...
Guide To Tennis Racket Stringing Patterns
Tennis rackets have a wide range of different specifications. Choosing the right one for you can be a real minefield, especially now with so many new technological advancements. Not only do you have a lot of different brands to choose from, tennis rackets these days...
Break Point In Tennis
Tennis is a game of fine margins. Oftentimes, a point here and there can decide a match. Whilst it may not always seem that this is the case, in reality even a routine victory will have had several pivotal moments that could have turned a game, set or even the match...
Oldest Ever Grand Slam Winners
The modern game of tennis has become incredibly professional. The number of top ranked players that take care of even the finest details to ensure their performance on court is the best it can possibly be is mind blowing. This level of professionalism extends to the...
Best Tennis Rackets For Power
If you are looking to maximise the power you can generate in your game, a power friendly racket can certainly help. Along with powerful strings, using a powerful racket can help you hit sledgehammer ground strokes! Adding a powerful racket to your game can be a great...
How Much Do Tennis Players Earn?
A lot of budding tennis players will dream of becoming a professional one day. The thought of playing in front of massive crowds at some of the world’s greatest courts is a very appealing idea indeed. I mean, who wouldn't want to play the sport they love, in front of...
How To Put An Overgrip On Your Racket
Getting your playing equipment right is a key part of feeling comfortable on the tennis court. If you are playing with the wrong type or racket for your game, badly fitting shoes or a grip that slips out of your hand, you will struggle to play your best ball. With...
Essential Tennis Review
There are a lot of online tennis coaching platforms these days that claim to be the best thing since sliced bread. It is easy to get caught up in all the noise and end up learning tennis from someone that can’t tell a forehand from their left hand! However, there...
Novak Djokovic Forehand Analysis
Novak Djokovic has become one of the most dominant players of the 21st century. Along with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, he has controlled the men’s game over the last 15 years. He is one of the most complete players ever to play the game, famous for his...
Tecnifibre T Fight 300 RS Racket Review
TECNIFIBRE T FIGHT 300 RS SPECS Head Size: 98 sq. in. / 632 sq. cm. Length: 27 in / 68.5 cm Strung Weight: 11.2 oz / 318 g Balance: 32.99 in / 12.98 cm / 4 pts HL Swingweight: 319 String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 OUR REVIEW I have to say, this is a play...
Best Left Handed Tennis Players
Playing against left handers can be a notoriously difficult task. Their natural topspin that pulls a righty out of the court makes for a very effective weapon. Whilst lefties are less common on the ATP and WTA World Tours, there have been some legends of the game that...
Wilson Ultra 100 UL Racket Review
WILSON ULTRA 100UL SPECS Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645 sq. cm. Length: 27 in / 68.5 cm Strung Weight: 9.6 oz / 272 g Balance: 13.1 in / 33.27 cm / 4 pts HL Swingweight: 291 String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 OUR REVIEW The Wilson Ultra range is aimed at...
Wilson Pro Staff 97 UL V13 Racket Review
WILSON PRO STAFF 97UL V13 SPECS Head Size: 97 sq. in. / 626 sq. cm. Length: 27 in / 68.5 cm Strung Weight: 10 oz / 283 g Balance: 13 in / 33.02 cm / 4 pts HL Swingweight: 296 String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 OUR REVIEW The Wilson Pro Staff line of...
Babolat Pure Strike Tour 3rd Gen
BABOLAT PURE STRIKE TOUR 3RD GEN SPECS Head Size: 98 sq. in. / 632 sq. cm. Length: in / 69.2 cm Strung Weight: 12 oz / 340 g Balance: 12.4 in / 31.5 cm / 9 pts HL Swingweight: 333 String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 OUR REVIEW The Babolat Pure Strike Tour...
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