Tennis Headlines- ATP Cup: Andy Murray uses protected ranking to ensure Great Britain a placeGreat Britain will be part of the line-up for January's inaugural ATP Cup after Andy Murray's late decision to enter.
- Hong Kong Tennis Open postponed due to protestsOrganisers said they could not guarantee "smooth running" of the tournament in light of the unrest.
- Clijsters, 36, to make comeback in 2020Former world number one Kim Clijsters is "inspired" by other mothers such as Serena Williams.
- Murray takes wildcard for Shanghai as singles comeback continuesAndy Murray takes a wildcard entry into next month's Shanghai Masters as he steps up his singles comeback.
- Bethanie Mattek-Sands & Caroline Wozniacki enrol at Harvard Business SchoolTennis players Bethanie Mattek-Sands and Caroline Wozniacki enrol at the prestigious Harvard Business School.
- Jamie Murray column: US Open success & 'amazing chemistry' with Bethanie Mattek-SandsIn his latest BBC Sport column, Jamie Murray talks about why retaining the US Open mixed doubles title with Bethanie Mattek-Sands was so special.
- Diego Matos: Brazilian tennis player banned for life for match fixingBrazilian tennis player Diego Matos banned from professional tennis for life and fined £100,000 for match-fixing.
- Impossible to hold in my emotions - NadalRafael Nadal says it was "impossible" to hold in his emotions after beating Daniil Medvedev to win the US Open, but he is not thinking of Grand Slam number 20.
- US Open 2019: Daniil Medvedev wins over crowd in defeat by Rafael NadalAfter boos in the early rounds, Daniil Medvedev wins over the US Open crowd with a gutsy performance in his defeat by Rafael Nadal in the final.
- US Open 2019: Alfie Hewett and Andy Lapthorne win singles & doubles titlesAlfie Hewett and Andy Lapthorne won two US Open titles apiece, sealing both the singles and doubles crowns in their respective divisions in New York.
- ATP Cup: Andy Murray uses protected ranking to ensure Great Britain a place
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How to Beat Lobbers: Read, Adjust Position, Keep it Low, Be Patient!
When facing lobbers, it’s important to make some adjustments to your game plan. Of course, being tall and able to hit aggressive overheads is a big plus, but it is not a requirement in order to beat lobbers. Here are … Continue reading
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How to know if your Child is ready for Tennis Tournaments
When deciding whether or not your child is ready for tennis tournament play, keep some things in mind: Your child’s coach will know. It is hard for you or your child to determine on your own whether or not your … Continue reading
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Top Tips for Transitioning from Indoor to Outdoor Tennis
One of the biggest obstacles that an avid tennis player may face is transitioning from indoor to outdoor tennis. Unlike indoor courts, courts in an outdoor complex are subject to the elements. With such starkly different playing surfaces and elements, … Continue reading
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How to Have a Fulfilling USTA Season
USTA, the United States Tennis Association, is a nation-wide league comprised of competitive athletes of all skill levels who wish to improve their game. Whether you are a long-time member or have recently joined, it is important to know how … Continue reading
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Tennis Doubles Formations: Why and When To Use Them
Double formations are the different variations of court positions that tennis partners can choose in order to best fit their game plan. Here’s a quick analysis of most common formations: One Up/One Back Formation: Known as the standard formation, where … Continue reading
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Pre Tennis Match Prep: Fueling Your Body
Staying hydrated and eating smart are two of the most important ways to prevent cramps, heat related illnesses and low energy during a match. WHAT TO DRINK: If you have an important match coming up, you can prepare your body … Continue reading
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Keys to Finding the Right Doubles Partner
One of the most important factors in being a successful doubles player is having the right partner. Below are tips on what to look for and how to achieve success on the court. First, you must find a partner that … Continue reading
Technical Tennis Tips from Gino: INSIDE-OUT FOREHAND
When you are struggling with your backhand or your forehand is your strength, you may want to consider an inside-out forehand. This is when the receiver is standing on the ad side and runs around to avoid hitting a backhand, … Continue reading
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Tennis Tips: Improve your Communication, Improve your Doubles
Tips from Tennis Professional Joao Pinho on how to improve your doubles game through communication. When you or your partner is serving, make sure to use hand signals or talk in between points about the plan for the next point. Failing … Continue reading
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Technical Tennis Tips from Gino: Swinging Volley
An opponent pops the ball high, and in that instant you need to decide what shot to hit. Should you let the ball bounce or take it out of the air? Should you hit an overhead or a volley? When … Continue reading
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