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The US Open is a joy to watch

The US Open is coming in fast in 2021 and I have to say that it is always a joy to watch. Last year no audience was allowed due to the state of the world being as it is but I have read that this year’s US Open 2021 will be at 100% audience capacity but even at half the capacity, having fans cheering in the stands, the US Open will be lively and vibrant once more. The US Open 2021 will start at…

The 5 Biggest Stories Going Into the 2021 Australian Open

The first tennis Grand Slam of 2021 will get underway in just a couple of weeks. The Australian Open (8th-21st February) might not be in its usual January spot, but it still feels like it keeps its role as the curtain opener for the season. While it might seem a little strange to see the stands at Melbourne Park not packed to the rafters, the event feels like a chance for tennis to reset with…

Betting on tennis – how it works

If you are enjoy watching tennis or are looking for a different sport to get into, then there are some things you need to know before you start in order to maximise your profits or minimise your losses. Tennis has a very dedicated following, and there are great forums in places like Twitter or Reddit that can also help you with betting. In this article, we will go through on what you need to know…

lacoste french open landing page

#TBT: Lacoste‘s landing page for Roland Garros 2011.

volvo car open gets largest national exposure from the tennis channel

Beginning with the first match of the Volvo Car Open on Monday, April 3, Tennis Channelwill offer live weeklong coverage of the Charleston, S.C., event. The network will give the tournament its greatest national exposure ever, supported by increased regional marketing efforts. Similar to its approach at the French Open and the Citi Open in Washington, D.C., Tennis Channel will have award-winning…

4 Tennis Themed Slots That’ll Make Your Think You’re On The Court

Tennis dates all the way back to 12th century France and is played by millions all over the world today. It wasn’t until the 1960s that the sport achieved massive growth as a participant and spectator sport when major championships were opened. Television broadcasts began in the 70s. Innovations in fashion and equipment as well as the addition of colour and style to tennis clothingcreated even…

Roger Federer’s Clay Court Return Nears – Is It A Good Idea?

Very soon, Roger Federer will make his return to clay courts. Having skipped the last two clay court seasons entirely in the name of preserving his health and prolonging his career, Federer made the somewhat surprising decision to compete this year, and will begin doing so at the Madrid Open in May – likely in advance of a French Open entry.

The question a lot of fans will be asking is whether or…

Arthur Ashe: A Life

It the WAS all-black LATE American JUNE 1955, Tennis and Association a boys and girls (ATA) tournament was about sponsored to begin on by the public courts at Turkey Thicket Park, in the University Heights section of Northeast Washington, D.C. One girl eager to play that day was Doris Cammack—an up-and-coming fifteen-year-old harboring dreams of be- coming the next Althea Gibson—the talented…

lacoste welcomed novak djokovic at Macy’s ahead of US Open

LACOSTE welcomed Novak Djokovic to the LACOSTE boutique at Macy’s Herald Square to celebrate the launch of LACOSTE’s new Fall/Winter 2018 Novak Djokovic collection last night. Excited fans lined up to meet Djokovic and have their pictures taken with the tennis legend. Djokovicalso spent time with kids from the CityParks’ Foundation tennis academy, who won the chance to meet him by writing essays…

5 tennis players which have broken the rules and paid the price

In the middle of June, professional golfer Phil Mickelson made headlines for breaking golf etiquette by hitting the ball towards the hole whilst it was moving. The American was handed a two shot penalty, but many people were calling for him to be disqualified from the tournament. His violation of the rules also brought up a huge debate about whether he should have been allowed to continue to…

US Open 2018 – Favourites

The 2018 US Open is set to take place at Flushing Meadows in the coming weeks. It will be the 138th edition of the tournament and one that looks as competitive as ever. The latest US Open 2018 betting odds make the recent Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic the 11/4 favourite. He looked to have returned to the height of his powers so has to have a strong chance to follow up.

His nearest rival in…

roger federer ends Nike apparel deal to agree a new $300m contract with Uniqlo

“Uniqlo” (CC BY 2.0) by mariselabc

Tennis icon Roger Federer has surprised the sport by bringing an end to his clothing deal with Nike, which the Swiss had first signed back in 1994. That’s because the 36-year-old has agreed a new ten-year apparel deal with Japanese clothing firm, Uniqlo, which is reportedly worth $300m. Although Federer will continue to wear Nike trainers on court and Nike…

how massage is helping tennis pros elevate their game to new heights

Massages are vital in reducing delayed-onset muscle soreness

Tennis is a difficult sport both mentally and physically, due to the numerous psychological pressures of the game. Lets also not forget the physiological motions that players’ bodies must endure to execute, forehands, backhands, serves and volleys. It’s no wonder that the sport places tremendous stress on a player’s joints, ligaments…

the evolution of tennis

The most prestigious tournament in tennis is about to kick off again as the top players around the world contest for prize money of £31,600,000. Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament having been founded back in 1877 and continuous to be the key targeted event for players on their yearly calendars. This year will be no different and with the continued stunning weather across the UK there is…