Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #12, we share our insights on: why players often experience breakdowns in form and quality as rallies are extended; and three drills that help reduce anxiety, improve shot tolerance and build confidence. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.
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Match Points Q&A #12

Sports

Welcome to another segment of “Just One Tweak”, where I share my thoughts regarding a tweak or refinement I would make to a particular player’s game if I were part of that player’s coaching team. This is “Just One Tweak – Segment #3: Ash Barty”.  Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.
Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, court, point, question, tweak, instruction, lesson, tip, tension, challenge, forehand, backhand, serve, volley, drop, slice, ball, strike, chip, slam, major, versatility, French, Wimbledon, U.S., ATP, WTA, Barty, Brady, Osaka, Riske, Rogers, Sabalenka, Federer

Just One Tweak #3: Ash Barty!

As the saying goes, “All good things must come to an end!” Congratulations to Daniil Medvedev for winning his first Grand Slam singles title and thwarting Novak Djokovic in his quest to win the calendar Grand Slam. We share our thoughts on Medvedev and the final match of Djokovic’s run at the calendar Grand Slam. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.
Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, court, point, question, focus, instruction, tip, serve, return, backhand, forehand, strategy, tactic, defend, net, baseline, court, position, GOAT, grand, slam, major, champion, U.S., Open, Wimbledon, Djokovic, Medvedev, Federer, Nadal, Raducanu, Fernandez

Thoughts On The 2021 Men’s US Open Final – Medvedev vs. Djokovic

What a spectacular 2021 US Open – Women’s Final between teenage sensations, Emma Raducanu and Leylah Fernandez!  Congratulations to Raducanu for winning her first Grand Slam singles (and WTA) title. We share our thoughts on what was one of the most memorable US Open Women’s finals in recent years. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.
Tags:What a spectacular 2021 US Open – Women’s Final between teenage sensations, Emma Raducanu and Leylah Fernandez!  Congratulations to Raducanu for winning her first Grand Slam singles (and WTA) title. We share our thoughts on what was one of the most memorable US Open Women’s finals in recent years. 

Thoughts On The 2021 US Open – Women’s Final – Raducanu vs. Fernandez

Common scenario: your know your doubles partner has a weak serve, but you play up at the net anyway; your partner serves up a lollipop 2nd serve; the opponent blisters the return directly at you and hits you with the ball; “pleasantries” are exchanged between you and the opponent. So, what about it? We share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.
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Tip #109: Always Be Ready To Defend Your Court Position!

Welcome to another segment of “Match Points” where we answer questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #24, we share our insights on: (1) whether Djokovic needs to win the calendar Grand Slam to be considered the GOAT; and (2) what is the most important criteria in the GOAT discussion. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.
Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, court, point, question, focus, instruction, tip, mindset, GOAT, Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, Sampras, grand, slam, major, French, Masters, golf, Tiger, Nicklaus 

Match Points Q&A #12

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