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July 26, 2024
Five Point Friday
Here’s your roundup of the five most interesting things I’m enjoying or thinking about this week in tennis.
1.) Olympics 2024 is On!
With several players skipping and a few returning, tennis at the Olympics is shaping up to be one to remember. Don’t forget: play starts tomorrow, July 27. Here’s the list of worldwide broadcasters to follow the tournament’s action.
2.) 6 (Surprising) Health Benefits of Tennis
While you probably already know tennis is good for your heart and lungs, a few lesser-known health benefits might surprise you. My latest article delves into six unexpected benefits that hopefully encourage you to spend even more time out on the court.
Check Out The 6 Surprising Benefits
3.) Gods of Tennis
Gods of Tennis is a three-part documentary that premiered on PBS this week. Using archival footage and recent interviews, it features champs like Chris Evert, John McEnroe, and Billie Jean King. Throughout the series, Wimbledon is used as the backdrop to showcase the player’s personal lives and personalities.
4.) Things Got Heated in Hamburg
Alexander Zverev and Arthur Fils played out a tense and entertaining final at the Hamburg Open as the two had words after an attempted underarm serve from the Frenchman. In a post-match interview, Fils said Zverev was “a little upset” but that the two had no hard feelings. Fils won the final set 7-6 after a 7-1 tiebreak, earning his first ATP 500 title.
5.) Murray to Retire After Olympics
Andy Murray has confirmed that Paris 2024 will be his “last ever tennis tournament.” Murray is the only tennis player to win two Olympic singles gold medals. The Brit is also the only male player to win a Grand Slam, a Masters 1000 title, an Olympic gold medal, and the year-end championships in the same year (2016). Although he was originally expected to play singles, he has recently announced that he will only participate in men’s doubles alongside Dan Evans.
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July 19, 2024
Here’s last week’s roundup, just in case you missed it.
1.) 2024 Wimbledon Champs 🏆
In the men’s final, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7-4) for his fourth Grand Slam title. At 21 years old, Alcaraz has more major titles than Nadal (3), Federer (1) or Djokovic (1) achieved before turning 22. On the ladies’ side, Barbora Krejcikova held off Jasmine Paolini in a stunning final to claim her second Grand Slam singles title. Krejcikova, a French Open winner in 2021, achieved a 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 victory on her third championship point.
2.) How Often Should You Restring?
One of the most common questions I get about tennis strings is, “How often should they be replaced?” In this guide, I explore the topic and share practical advice to set an ideal stringing frequency for your needs, including factors to consider and what to look for so you’re better equipped to know when it’s time to restring.
Read The Full Guide or Watch the Video Below
3.) Rafa’s Back With Solid Wins
Rafa missed Wimbledon to focus on the Olympics in Paris and returned to action in Bastad, Sweden for his first singles match since losing at Roland Garros in May. He kicked things off by defeating Leo Borg 6-3, 6-4, and then followed up with an impressive 6-4, 6-4 win against fifth-seed Cameron Norrie. To the delight of fans, he has also confirmed that we’ll see him at the US Open in August.
4.) Origin of Famous Tennis Quote
Billie Jean King took to social media to recall when she first uttered her famous words, “Pressure is a privilege,” to then 24-year-old Lindsay Davenport. As team captain, this spontaneous quip was meant to encourage her ahead of a Fed Cup match against Arantxa Sanchez-Vicario. It has since inspired many and can be found hanging on the wall for players to see before walking onto the court at the US Open’s Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Some of you might be familiar with one of the life lessons I share often:
Pressure is a Privilege.
Here’s the story behind it.
A little wisdom for your Wednesday.#WednesdayWisdom pic.twitter.com/TOlrbcaDXX
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) July 17, 2024
5.) Zverev’s New Video Podcast
Alexander Zverev has launched a new podcast with his brother, Mischa. The podcast will follow a talk show format, with hosts aiming to create a ‘cozy’ environment. The siblings’ first guest is former world No. 1 and six-time Grand Slam champion Boris Becker. Upcoming episodes will feature a diverse range of celebrities, promising an exciting lineup.
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