One thing that is almost impossible for coaches to prepare young tennis players for is how to deal with career threatening injuries. In fact, it’s not an issue confined to tennis alone. All over the sports world, athletes will tell … Continue reading →
The Australian Open 2015 has brought many surprises. Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Agnieszka Radwanska and Simona Halep did not even reach semifinals. On the other hand, Venus Williams has achieved her first Grand Slam quarter-final since 2010, and Ekaterina Makarova … Continue reading →
While sport is best known for dividing groups and cultures, there are times when it unites alternative demographics through a mutual goal or aspiration. Take the example of Chinese tennis star Li Na, who has transcended her sport to serve … Continue reading →
The Olympic and US Open champion Andy Murray smashed the 77-year jinx for a British player to claim the men’s title by defeating No.1 Novak Djokovic in the final. Here is an interesting article ‘Crowd helped me win brutal contest’ … Continue reading →
Andy Murray defeated Novak Djokovic in Sunday’s Wimbledon final 6-4, 7-5, 6-4, and Britain’s 77-year wait for a home-grown champion is over. I hope, Murray will be able to win more Grand Slams in the future. I discussed the Wimbledon … Continue reading →
We were discussing surprises and results on Wimbledon with a tennis coach who used to train the best tennis players in the world. First, we considered the very unusual situation on the women’s side of the major. Why did Maria … Continue reading →
Some thoughts from a tennis coach about 2012 US Open and the future tennis champions. The real tournament begins next Friday. I don’t see Serena Williams or Maria Sharapova losing any earlier and as usual have to go with Serena … Continue reading →
This year’s U.S Open is set to kick off on August 27 2012 in Flushing Meadows, New York. The Billie Jean National Tennis Center will be the battleground where it all goes down. The giants and the dark horses of … Continue reading →