Tennis Headlines- Australian Open 2021: 'No special treatment' for tennis players in MelbourneTennis players living under strict quarantine rules before the Australian Open will get "no special treatment", says Victorian premier Daniel Andrews.
- Davis Cup Finals: 2021 event expanded to 11 days to 'ease burden on players'The Davis Cup Finals will be expanded to an 11-day event, and could in future be staged in three different cities.
- Covid-19: Australian Open competitors practise in isolation hotelsSome competitors must stay in their hotel rooms, following positive Covid cases on inbound flights.
- Australian Open: Seventy-two players to quarantine after another positive Covid test on Melbourne flightSeventy-two Australian Open players are now confined to their hotel rooms after a positive coronavirus test result on a third flight bound for the tournament.
- Australian Open: Heather Watson among 47 players to quarantine in Melbourne after Covid cases on flightsHeather Watson is among 47 players who will stay confined to the their hotel rooms after positive coronavirus cases on their flights to the Australian Open.
- Tennis stars' arrival angers stranded AustraliansPlayers are flown in ahead of the Australian Open while thousands of citizens are waiting to return.
- Australian Open: Andy Murray tests positive for coronavirusAndy Murray is still hopeful of playing in the Australian Open despite not travelling to Melbourne after testing positive for coronavirus.
- Cameron Norrie beaten in semi-final at Delray Beach OpenBriton Cameron Norrie's bid to reach a second ATP final comes to an end with defeat by Sebastian Korda at the Delray Beach Open.
- Australian Open: Francesca Jones qualifies for first Grand Slam tournamentFrancesca Jones qualifies for a Grand Slam for the first time with a dominant victory over Lu Jiajing in Australian Open qualifying.
- Australian Open qualifying: Francesca Jones wins, Eugenie Bouchard outBritain's Francesca Jones is one more win from reaching the Australian Open, but Canada's former Wimbledon runner-up Eugenie Bouchard is out.
- Australian Open 2021: 'No special treatment' for tennis players in Melbourne
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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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