when it comes to really shaking up men’s tennis, Kyrgios is peerless. Tennis has become so professional with such a high bar set in terms of skill, fitness and sportsmanship, that a genuine maverick who gears up for a final… Read More ›
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#Tennis – #Roger #Federer: From Mr Angry to Mr Perfect
From racquet-smashing enfant terrible with a bad attitude and ill-advised ponytail to universally respected sporting role model and icon, Roger Federer has come a long, long way. Eighteen years after winning his first title in Milan by beating long-forgotten Frenchman… Read More ›
#ESPN: #Tennis world reacts to #Roger #Federer’s 100th singles title
Roger Federer reached a momentous milestone on Saturday, becoming just the second male player to win 100 singles titles after American Jimmy Connors, who won 109. Federer reached title No. 100 with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Stefanos Tsitsipas at the at the Dubai Duty… Read More ›
Which body parts do #Tennis stars need to strengthen to thrive on #ATPTour?
‘With tennis being a sport requiring significant repetitive high intensity movements, a strength programme is essential to ensure the final ball can be hit just as hard as the first ball whilst staying injury free.’ High intensity movements are built… Read More ›
#Tennis: #Roger #Federer – I have been told in the past that you are too nice to be successful
“The road was long and rocky, but to win all the Grand Slams that I did. “I often have to pinch myself to believe it but it’s been an amazing journey. “It has made me tougher as a person and… Read More ›
#Forbes; As Roger #Federer Returns To Clay #Tennis, A Look At His Most Memorable Matches
1. 2009 French Open final, beat Robin Soderling 6-1, 7-6, 6-4 2. 2006 Rome Masters final, lost to Nadal 6-7, 7-6, 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 3. 2011 French Open semi-final, beat Novak Djokovic 7-6, 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 4. 2014 Davis Cup… Read More ›
#Tennis: “Destination is not more important than the journey” – #Novak #Djokovic
“My aim is to win as many Grand Slams as possible, and fight for the World No. 1 spot. But at the same time, my bigger goals are to stay mentally healthy and balanced. I know that with an optimal,… Read More ›
#BBC #Tennis: #Roger #Federer to return to clay at #Madrid Open in May
Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer will play his first clay court tournament in three years at the Madrid Open in May. The Swiss has not played on clay since the 2016 Italian Open and his last French Open appearance… Read More ›
#Tennis: #Roger #Federer chasing titles, not top ranking
The 20-time #GrandSlam champion has held back the clock in the twilight of his remarkable career and became the #ATP’s oldest world number one last year a few weeks after clinching his sixth #AussieOpen at the age of 36. #Roger… Read More ›
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