Five Point Friday: February 28, 2020
/February 28, 2020
Five Point Friday
Here’s your roundup of the five most interesting things I’m enjoying or thinking about this week.
1.) Sharapova Retires at 32
After 19-years on the pro tour, former world No. 1, Maria Sharapova, is hanging up her racquet. Throughout her career, she compiled an impressive 645-171 record, including 36 titles and five Grand Slam trophies.
Tennis Rules: Essential Guide for Playing Tennis
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An essential guide for playing tennis
If you’re interested in learning how to play tennis, it’s essential to become familiar with the basic rules that shape the sport.
Understanding the rules helps ensure fair and correct play, which, when shared among players, also helps make tennis more enjoyable.
Tennis Etiquette for Players, Spectators, and Parents
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For Players, Spectators, and Parents
You might be surprised to learn family members of Princess Kate Middleton were denied entry to the Royal Box at Wimbledon due to a minor breach of etiquette, but it’s true.
Over the years, tennis has developed a set of unspoken customs, many of which you won’t find in a rulebook, but are taken seriously by a worldwide community of tennis players.
Five Point Friday: February 21, 2020
/February 21, 2020
Five Point Friday
Here’s your roundup of the five most interesting things I’m enjoying or thinking about this week.
1.) Roger Federer’s Knee Surgery
Yesterday, Federer announced that he had arthroscopic surgery on his right knee in Switzerland. You might remember he had a similar surgery back in February of 2016, but that was on his left knee. He’ll miss a few of the larger upcoming tournaments, but is targeting a return for grass season.
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Bulk Tennis Balls: Best Deals for New & Used [Buyer’s Guide]
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New & Used Buyer’s Guide
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There’s nothing better than the sublime feeling of hitting with a fresh can of tennis balls, not to mention that new ball scent. Unfortunately, since most tennis balls are pressurized, that new ball sensation is fleeting, and it’s not long before you need to replace them.
However, hitting with a fresh can of tennis balls means you have to remember to buy them before your next scheduled hit, which can be annoying, or leave you hitting with some old duds if you forget.
Not only do you have to make a special trip to the local tennis shop or sporting goods store, but you pay a premium buying by individual cans. Buy tennis balls in bulk, and you can avoid the hassle. Plus, you’ll save yourself time and money in the process too.
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Best Tennis Towels: A Buyer’s Guide
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A Buyer’s Guide
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In tennis, towels serve as a popular souvenir at the world’s top tennis tournaments and also remain a critical piece of a tennis player’s gear.
Of course, not all towels are created equal. Some perform their task better than others, and newer technologies in materials have made for more significant variations in the choices available.
Let In Tennis: Definition, History, and FAQs
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Definition, history, and FAQs
In tennis, there are a variety of nuanced rules that may not be overly apparent when you’re first learning how to play.
One such rule is the ‘let,’ which you may have heard an umpire call after a player serves the ball when watching a professional tennis match.
Gifts for Tennis Lovers: Best Ideas & Hand-picked Favorites
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The Best Ideas & Hand-picked Favorites
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If someone in your life loves tennis and you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift idea to show them you care, then you’ve come to the right place.
In this guide, we’ll help you think about the types of gifts that will resonate depending on who you’re buying for and the occasion.
Five Point Friday: February 14, 2020
/February 14, 2020
Five Point Friday
Here’s your roundup of the five most interesting things I’m enjoying or thinking about this week.
1.) New Energy Drink… Syrup?!
In his first ATP final since 2014, world #104 Vasek Pospisil, went full Canadian when he broke out a bottle of maple syrup to help refuel. Although it wouldn’t be enough to defeat Gaël Monfils, it was a unique surprise that would overshadow the match.
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Colored Tennis Balls: History, Types & Uses
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History, Types & Uses
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The topic of tennis racquet weight and balance can be a bit complex. In particular, it can be challenging to understand how weight and balance affect racquet performance, and perhaps more important, how to evaluate a racquet based on these attributes.
In this article, we’ll provide an overview of racquet weight and balance. We’ll also review how these aspects of racquet design affect performance, so you can make a more educated decision when purchasing a new racquet. If you’re in the market for a new racquet, be sure to check out our 2020 guide to the best tennis racquets.