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The 10 best male British players
As Andy Murray becomes the first British player to hold the ATP rankings top spot, an incredible achievement for the sport in this country, we ask: how does he measure up against the all-time greats? Here at Tennis Talent towers, we’ve compiled a list of the top ten male British players of all time, not…
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Finding the best racket for you
Are you labouring with an uncomfortable racket that you picked willy-nilly off the shelf? Or have you recently ditched your trusty tool and are now looking for a new one? Well, fret not: Tennis Talent has waded through the mire of different options and put together a seven-step guide to find the perfect racket for…
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Andy Murray becomes World No.1
He’s finally done it. On Monday, Andy Murray will be crowned World No.1 for the first time in his career – and become the first Brit to ever hold the ATP top spot. Speaking to Sky Sports, Murray said: “It wasn’t something I dreamt of a kid. I just wanted to play tennis and become…
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Quiz: Can you name the male British player?
Fancy yourself a tennis boffin? It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with Tennis Talent’s rundown of male British players past and present.
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How to play on grass
It may be the quintessentially British surface, conjuring up images of boater and sideburn-wearing Edwardians in long trousers, but playing on grass is now a rare treat for many amateur players in the UK. Grass courts are few and far between, expensive and often have a waiting list longer than the strawberries and cream queue…
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Finding an amateur tournament or league
Whether you’re a beginner looking to step into the world of competitive tennis or a seasoned veteran, the choice of amateur tournaments and leagues in the UK can be bewildering. They come in many shapes, sizes and difficulties, each with their own rules and regulations. We’ve collated the most useful online resources to help you…
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What is tennis elbow and how do you prevent it?
Amateur players of all ages talk in hushed tones about the dreaded tennis elbow, a condition that can prevent you playing for weeks or even months. Lateral epicondylitis, to give its proper name, can manifest itself in a range of different symptoms: severe pain on the outer side of the elbow, a weak forearm and…
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Quiz: Can you name the female British player?
Think you know your Laura Robsons from your Ann Joneses? Take Tennis Talent’s quiz and put your knowledge of female British tennis players past and present to the test
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How to play on clay
Amateur tennis players in the UK have traditionally had a limited choice of local surfaces – namely hard or, if you’re very lucky, grass courts. However, due to increased interest in the sunnier climes of Roland Garros and the Madrid Open, more people are looking to test their skills on clay. The dusty courts are…
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Easy singles tactics: How to position yourself after a cross-court shot
Where do you run when you hit a good cross-court shot? For most players, the answer is either a) I stick where I happen to be; b) I head to the middle of the baseline. The answer is actually dependent on your shot. If you play a cross-court shot that pushes the other player into a corner,…
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