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features SUMMER TENNIS EVENT PLANNER A Spectator’s Guide to Pro Tournaments 36

ANDY MURRAY Performance Pressure at Wimbledon

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FIRST SERVE Tidbits 1 Marcos Baghdatis Historical Wimbledon Sorana Cirstea The Best Pro Closer Tidbits 2

GEAR & STYLE Hot Apparel + Footwear

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HEALTH Sun + Heat Guide 2010 Serious Dehydration Hydration Pop Quiz Lather the Lotion Battling Melanoma Skin-Guarding Gear Eye Protection

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STROKES & STRATEGY The Drop Shot’s Return The Critical Service Toss

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CLUB+COURT A Limp Distraction Conflict Resolution

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REGULARS Contributor’s + Staff Publisher’s Point ATP Seasonal Calendar WTA Seasonal Calendar Last Laugh with Rafael Nadal

RAFAEL NADAL The Boy Wonder’s Clay Court Revenge

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CONTRIBUTORS

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4 Leslie Billman is a professional sports photographer

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4 Harold Bonacquist is a Foreign Service Officer assigned

to Washington. He has worked in Iraq, the Philippines, Palau, Romania, Slovakia and Turkey, and has played tennis in most of those locations. Before turning to diplomacy, Harold was a practicing attorney in New York City. In addition to tennis, his hobbies are photography and writing. He credits his mathematician wife Lucy for assisting with “Who is the Best Closer,” page 14.

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Harold Bonaquist, Kim Cashman, Ken DeHart, Raechel Kenealy, Ashley Mitchell, Scott Mitchell, Michael Thompson

4 Kim Cashman has a lifelong love affair with tennis. She played college tennis, competed on the women’s satellite tour and is currently a head professional and tennis store owner in Clearwater, Florida. When she’s not running her business, you can find her on the courts. Turn to page 65 to read her latest contribution regarding match conflicts and resolutions specific to heat-related injuries.

ART I PHOTOGRAPHY Leslie Billman, Jon Burdick, Michael Thompson CIRCULATION I SUBSCRIPTIONS

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Ken DeHart is the Director of Tennis at the San Jose Swim & Racquet Club in San Jose, California. He was the first person awarded both a PTR and USPTA Master Professional. Nationally ranked in the top 3 as a player in both the PTR and USPTA, DeHart explains the drop shot’s rising popularity, page 60. www.kendeharttennis.com

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Year and six-year member of the Southern Section Men’s Open Team, Charly Rasheed is currently the Director of Tennis at Wild Dunes Resort, Isle of Palms, South Carolina. He has been a member of PTR for 12 years and has presented at the PTR International Symposium. Charly enjoys developing the tennis skills of his two young boys and writing. Turn to page 62 to learn why the service toss is as important as the serve to your game.

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Olivier Rochus Stands Tall OLIVIER ROCHUS IS BUILT MORE LIKE A GYMNAST THAN A TENNIS PLAYER. Standing 5 feet 6 inches on the tips of his toes the Belgian is the shortest man on the men’s pro circuit. When he was a child he dreamed of being tall. At 29, he says he focuses on his strengths: speed and hitting clean strokes. I watched Rochus rattle Novak Djokovic at the Sony Ericsson Open and I’m certain that I wasn’t the only person stunned. After 10 years on tour, Rochus says he played one of his best matches, physically and mentally. His game was rock solid from one-handed backhand passing shots to serves, top-spin lobs and overhead smashes. I asked him, “When you woke up this morning, did you have a feeling that today was going to be your day?” A soft-spoken Rochus replied, “No, not really, but I’ve played Novak a few times, and always had some very good matches against him. But, you know, I just tried my best. I was playing good in the first round, so I was feeling confident. But of course I never expected to win.” The Belgian stuck it out through two rain delays, one tiebreak and three sets. After 2 hours 55 minutes, the Mighty Mouse of tennis prevailed 6-3, 6-7, 6-4. He says preparation, attitude and luck were on his side. Attitude: The match started late due to rain then was interrupted in the second set for the same reason. When play resumed, Novak took the set in a tiebreak. I asked Rochus how he prepared mentally as he began the third set. “It was just one more set to win. I stayed positive, and that's why I think I won the match. Because after the loss of the second set, if I would have been down mentally, I would never have had the chance to win.” Preparation: Rochus kept match preparation simple and consistent. He didn’t change his routine nor did he study Djokovic game tapes. Instead, Rochus says he concentrated on executing his strokes, playing aggressively and ignoring the fact that his opponent was favored to win. Luck: “Of course Novak didn't play his best tennis today, so that's why you have to take them when they are not on their best day,” says Rochus after being asked about the satisfaction of beating a top-ranked player. The Serb struggled with his serve and in general played sloppy. "I didn't feel great on the court, and everybody could see that," said Djokovic. “Missed opportunities,” says Rochus, prevented wins over Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in the past, so realizing a victory over Djokovic was extra nice. “Of course I think after my career and after the tournament I will be proud that I beat a No. 2 in the world.” Pint-sized by tennis standards, Rochus says achievements don’t come easy. Being small, he adds, requires he work a lot harder than his opponents. Usually unseeded in large tournaments, he typically competes on the outer courts where there’s less visibility. But regardless of where or whom he’s playing, if you want to see a great show, I’d suggest discovering Rochus. T

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Olivier Rochus celebrates after beating Novak Djokovic on Stadium court at the 2010 Sony Ericsson Open.

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Novak Djokovic Rank Age Height Pounds Turned Pro Titles Prize $

2 22 6’2” 176 2003 17 $16,675,033

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Pros Prep for Paris May 23 – June 6 rolandgarros.com

“No, clay is not my favorite surface. It's another one. It's maybe the surface where I play better. I feel better playing on grass or clay than on hard, but I love to play on every surface.”

Trivia Questions

Who won the most singles titles and in what years? 1Q: Men’s French Open? 2Q: Women’s French Open? 3Q: Gentlemen’s Wimbledon? 4Q: Ladies’ Wimbledon? Turn to page 16 for the answers.

~ Spaniard Rafael Nadal

www.press.adidas.com.

“In the past, clay was my enemy, even though I practiced on clay. I think I've improved and I feel more at ease. I can have drop balls, which is not probably my cup of tea, not something I would have played well in the past, but I've practiced my drop balls; now I can use this trick.” ~ French Virginie Razzano

I love playing the French Open, my first Grand Slam final and the title. The first time I step on Philippe Chatrier to practice, all the emotions come back. ~Serbian Ana Ivanovic

“In Hungary we mostly have only clay and I have grown up on clay, so I like to play on it.” ~Hungarian Agnes Szavay

“A lot of times the clay kind of goes how the weather goes. It can play really fast and high bouncing, which is good for me. Clay should give me more time on my return and on my ground strokes. I should do well on clay.”

BirthdayCelebrations 2

~American John Isner

retractable roof at Centre Court, Wimbledon, is approaching Q:The its second year anniversary. How will the absence of rain delays impact the atmosphere and players?

To be honest, it's going to affect a very small amount of the actual players. You know, those players have to be scheduled on the stadium, but I think it's great, and probably the main reason why they built it is to keep things going on television. That's where we have to keep fan interest and you can't have three or four days of dead TV and Cliff Richey singing. (Laughter.) That's an upside. - Andy Roddick

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JUNE 1 Justine Henin [1982] 2 Nikolay Davydenko [1981] 3 Rafael Nadal [1986] 8 Kim Clijsters [1983] 8 Nadia Petrova [1982] 10 Kaia Kanepi [1985] 17 Venus Williams [1980] 17 Marcos Baghdatis [1985] 18 Richard Gasquet [1986] 22 Janko Tipsarevic [1984] 25 Mikhail Youzhny [1982] 27 Svetlana Kuznetsova [1985]

JULY 5 Jie Zheng [1983] 11 Caroline Wozniacki [1990] 14 Igor Andreev [1983] 15 Alisa Kleybanova [1989] 22 Jarkko Nieminen [1981] 29 Fernando Gonzalez [1980] 31 Anabel Medina Garrigues [1982] 31 Victoria Azarenka [1989]

AUGUST 8 Roger Federer [1981] 12 Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez [1982] 13 Alona Bondarenko [1984] 14 Robin Soderling [1984] 21 Nicolas Almagro [1985] 21 Liezel Huber [1976] 30 Ernests Gilbis [1988]

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Leslie Billman

AT-A-GLANCE

| FIRST SERVE

PROFILE

Born: Limassol, Cyprus Date of Birth: June 17, 1985 Height: 6’ Right Handed Highest Ranking: 8 (2006) Weapon: Forehand Pre-match ritual: Plays soccer

>marcos baghdatis Builds Momentum

ADORNING FANS SMILE AS THEY WATCH MARCOS BAGHDATIS COMPETE. He’s a tennis caricature come to life: a mop of hair that explodes from his headband when he powers a backhand up the line; thick, expressive eyebrows and a smile a mile wide. He laughs at his own shanks and religiously crosses himself after masterful shots. His goodnatured attitude seems to permeate the crowd. He’s a player you don’t want to root against, even if you’re not cheering for him. At 25, Baghdatis isn’t exactly a newcomer on tour. In 2006, he broke through to the Top 10, attracting the attention of people even outside of his tiny country of Cyprus. He made it to the finals of Wimbledon and the semis of the French Open, losing to a couple of guys named Roger and Rafael. That same year he captivated fans at the U.S. Open with his audacity in trying to beat

BY CHERYL BRISKE

Andre Agassi who was playing his last Open. The second round match went five sets and lasted well past midnight (a match so memorable that Agassi chose to open his biography with the drama from that night). Although Agassi won the match, Baghdatis grew legions of new fans. Unfortunately, injuries plotted a different course for Baghdatis. First it was his ankle, then his back and wrist. Baghdatis says he’ll do anything to win, so that meant going back to challenger tournaments, sometimes in places where professional tennis players don’t usually have their passport stamped, like Uzbekistan and Pakistan. “The courts were really rough; very hard,” he remembers. But the payoff was worth it: four tournament wins and renewed confidence. “I think that was very important for me and a great decision by me and my team to go play challengers.”

Today, Baghdatis’ game is back, and he’s winning fans anew as he climbs up the rankings. Picking up where injuries forced him to stop, Baghdatis is focusing on the mental side of his game with his new coach. He’s also trained with Gil Reyes, the mastermind behind Agassi’s fitness. “Sometimes you give a lot to sport a lot. But the sport doesn’t give the same back to you,” Baghdatis says. “Like in my case I’ve been in the sport since the age of 10 but am still not getting the results and rankings I want.” Patience pays off though. Baghdatis says his first victory over Federer at the 2010 BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells was the “best win of my life.” And there’s more to come. “I don’t want to put limits. No limits,” he says, noting he can picture himself holding a grand slam trophy. He’s already come close a few times.

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Wimbeldon

AN EVENT ICON Wimbledon: June 21-July 4, 2010 www.wimbledon.org

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Wimbeldon dates back to 1877 and is the oldest tennis tournament in the world. Staying true to custom, The All England Club in London has hosted the Grand Slam event since its inception. Traditionalists celebrate the two-week affair wearing white fashion apparel, eating strawberries and cream and paying homage to royalty. Touring professionals recognize that the occasion is historic, as well, and yearn to take part. Several pros comment that grass is the most complicated and maddening of all surfaces, yet each year 128 gentlemen and 128 ladies vie for the singles’ title. All but two go home empty handed. Novak Djokovic was a Wimbledon semifinalist in 2007 and calls it the most prestigious tournament. “Tennis fans, players and coaches worldwide respect the event. I always dreamed of winning this tournament and I hope that one day I will get the honor.” “It feels like this is where tennis is meant to be played,” says 2004 Wimbledon Champion Maria Sharapova. “We only play a couple of events on grass a year, so when you get on it, it's a feeling of excitement. Sandwiched between clay and hard court season is grass, lasting but a month. According to touring pros, making adjustments for grass is tricky, even for three-time Wimbledon title holder Serena Williams. “For me it's frustrating, because the balls are flying and going so fast. It's a totally different surface, and I always start out really, really bad on grass,” says Serena. Former No. 1 and counter-puncher Jelena Jankovic performs better on clay where the advantage goes to the pro capable of hitting long points. “Playing on grass gives me quite a hard time. It's nothing like on other surfaces, where I have time to prepare and set up for my shots. I'm happy to be here [England]. I'm just trying to play my tennis on grass, which I find is very, very difficult.” Spain’s Fernando Verdasco, who has never advanced past the fourth round at Wimbledon, struggles on grass, too. Regardless, he says the event is special. “I love to play here, and I like to play on grass. I know that it is so tough, and the matches, you know, they change in one, two balls, no? Playing on grass is a completely different surface.” Wimbledon has maintained tradition for more than 130 years and continues to be a coveted title. Six-time champion Roger Federer says it’s the most important tournament, calling Centre Court “the best court in the world.” On July 4, the date of the gentlemen’s singles’ final, there’s no place he’d rather be than Centre Court, Wimbledon, attempting to match Pete Sampras’ title record. –staff

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PROFILE

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>sorana cirstea BY RAECHEL KENEALY

AT-A-GLANCE

Romania’s Ring Leader

Residence: Targoviste, Romania Born: April 7, 1990 Height: 5’9” Weight: 130 lbs Turned Pro: 2006 Highest Ranking: 23 (8/17/09) Weapon: Forehand Coach: Vladimir Platenik

ROMANIAN SORANA MIHAELA CIRSTEA is the No. 1 tennis player from her country. Born in Bucharest, her parents, Mihai and Liliana, introduced her to tennis at the age of 4. “My mom and dad have always followed tennis, and they encouraged me to start playing the sport when I was young,” she said. In addition to possessing deceptive court quickness, strong groundstrokes off both sides and an excellent volley, Cirstea has developed a controlled playing style that helps minimize unforced errors. What she lacks, however, is consistent confidence and, because of it, occasionally struggles to close tough matches. 2009 was a breakout year for the young Romanian where she advanced to her first Grand Slam quarterfinal at Roland Garros. Along the way, Cirstea defeated Alize Cornet, Caroline Wozniacki and Jelena Jankovic before eventually losing to Samantha Stosur. She later advanced to the third round at Wimbledon and the U.S. Open, her personal best at both tournaments. Cirstea is working to regain the momentum and success of 2009, but the New Year is proving challenging. She advanced to the second round at the Australian Open but lost in the first round of several other tournaments. Regardless of her recent slump, former World No. 1, Ana Ivanovic, is impressed with the up-and-coming Romanian. “She played really well in Paris. There are lots of them coming, most of them from Eastern Europe, yeah. It's good to see that. They bring a lot more excitement to the game,” Ivanovic said. Cirstea trains at the Mouratoglou Academy in Paris, France, as well as with the Adidas Development Program. As part of the Adidas Team, Cirstea trains with Sven Groeneveld, Darren Cahill and Gil Reyes. When she’s not playing tennis, Cirstea enjoys shopping, watching movies and reading. Her favorite cities are New York City and London because they are “big cities with lots to do.” Her idol is Steffi Graf.

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FIRST SERVE | ANALYSIS

Who is the Best Closer BY HAROLD BONACQUIST

Roger Federer

Andy Murray

Novak Djokovic

Riddle: If you were to fall two

sets in a Grand Slam match,

would you stand a greater chance of avoiding a close-out against the best player in history, Roger Federer,

or another top Tour player?

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Nikolay Davydenko

Andy Roddick

WHEN ROGER FEDERER took a two set lead over Andy Murray in the 2010 Australian Open final, the announcers declared: Match over. Was this statement purely speculation, or were the comments influenced by fact? According to history, Federer wins every Grand Slam match when he jumps to a two set lead. Perhaps the Scot, who began the third set with slumped shoulders and an aching leg, knew that he had virtually no chance of winning in Melbourne. So, we see, commentators made a comfortable prediction when, before the last point of the match was played, they proclaimed Federer victorious. No doubt, Roger Federer is a great closer. But most professionals are when they take a two set lead, regardless of being ranked in the top 10 or above 100. Would it be safe to assume that the World No. 1 is currently the greatest closer on tour? Not so fast. When we look at the statistics of the best closers in four recent consecutive Slams (among Juan Martin Del Potro players with 10 or more two set leads), we are presented with surprises. Notice that while Federer had the most closes, his closing average is second from the bottom. Note, too, that in the third set he lost more games than any other top player. So, to answer the riddle: If you are two sets down and are trying to prevent a closeout, then statistically speaking, you’d rather be two sets down to Roger Federer than to four other current top touring pros. As it turns out, the Top Serb, Novak Djokovic, is the player with the best close-out record. But even if you avoid the shutout, how good are your chances of pulling out the match? Slim to none, I’m afraid. In the past four Slams, none of the top 10 players lost a match after winning the first two sets.

Average Rank

2-Set Leads

Closes

Closing Average

Avg. Games Lost in 3rd Set

4 Roger Federer

1.5

89.5%

3.9

4 Andy Murray

3.1

92.3%

2.4

4 Novak Djokovic

3.7

100.0%

2.6

4 Nikolay Davydenko

8.8

90.9%

3.2

4 Andy Roddick

6.1

72.7%

3.6

4 Juan Martin Del Potro

5.4

90.0%

2.0

Average Rank: At the time of each Grand Slam. Two Set Leads: Number of matches in which the player won the first two sets. Closes: Number of matches in which the player won the first three sets (“Closed”). Closing Average: Closes divided by leads. Avg. Games Lost in 3rd Set: Of all matches in which the player closed.

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Over here,

photographer! Virginie Razzano wants all women touring pros from France, not just the top three, to receive equal media exposure at Roland Garros. “I think it's a bit of a pity. Other players deserve coverage, too. We are French, okay? We play here at home, so why shouldn't we be covered as much as other French players Mauresmo, Bartoli, or Cornet?” said a frustrated Razzano at last year’s Slam. Now that Amelie Mauresmo is retired, the fiesty Razzano is the No. 3 French woman entering the 2010 Grand Slam event. Perhaps now she’ll get the attention she says she deserves?

Men’s Tennis… A Game of Adjustments Q: At the end of the tiebreak [Australian Open 2010] you touched your left hip. Was there a problem?

ANDY MURRAY: It's not really a problem. It's not really my left hip. It's quite hard to explain… I wear cycling shorts, and sometimes they're quite tight, so you need to – you know, Roddick does it a lot, it's kind of what Rafa does on his other side. I don't really know what I'm trying to say, but basically my hip is fine. It was just the cycling shorts were tight (smiling).

Trivia Answers 1A: Bjorn Borg, Sweden, (6) 1974-75, 1978-81. 2A: Chris Evert, USA, (7) 1974-75, 1979-80, 1983, 1985-86. 3A: Pete Sampras, USA, (7) 1993-95, 1997-2000. 4A: Martina Navratilova, USA, (9) 1978-79, 1982-87, 1990. Turn to page 10 for the questions.

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Home Court Disadvantage? Competing in front of a home crowd isn’t always an advantage. Some players say they gain strength from crowd support, while others explain the scene creates stress due to heightened expectations. ALIZÉ CORNET Stresses out. When I walk on the court, I have a lot of stress and stress wastes a lot of energy before the match. I don’t know why I don’t play well in France. Does it have to do with my physical condition or is it because of stress? I don't know. I don't know. But it’s weird. JEREMY CHARDY Fights to the bitter end. I would never retire here, not in France. My shoulder could have hurt even more and I would not retire. I would have gone to the very last point to find solutions to win. Maybe I’d retire in another tournament, but not here, not in France. Never.

MARION BARTOLI Seeks unconditional acceptance. Since we were kids, we’ve dreamed of winning the French Open because there is a culture of the French Open in France. It's so important for us tennis players that when we are here, we want to give all we have. People support you when they feel there are long rallies and you are giving the best you have. But when we make unforced errors, then people don't support you. So then you start thinking, what are they going to think about me, you become more and more stressed. So it's more difficult for us. Some players like to play here, but for me, it's very difficult emotionally. GAËL MONFILS On playing a crowd favorite. The French public really respects Roger, so it's difficult for them to choose who to cheer. They have mixed feelings. They support us both.

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July 5-11

July 19-25

July 26-Aug1

August 2-8

Cambell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships Rhode Island

Atlanta Tennis Championships Georgia

Bank of the West Classic California

LA Tennis Open California

Southern California Open California

Legg Mason Tennis Classic District of Columbia

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August 9-15

August 16-22

August 22-28

Aug 30-Sep 12

Western & Southern Financial Group Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open Ohio

Rogers Cup presented by National Bank (ATP) Ontario

Western & Southern Financial Group Masters Ohio

Rogers Cup Presented by National Bank (WTA) Quebec

Pilot Pen Tennis Connecticut

US Open New York

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July 19-25 Atlanta Tennis Championships Atlanta Athletic Club Johns Creek, Georgia ATP Main Draw | 28 Stadium Capacity | 6,000 Prize Money | $600,000

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The wait has been much too long but the celebration is loud and clear: Southerners are cheering the return of professional tennis to Atlanta. It’s been nine long years without a toplevel tennis tournament in the South’s largest sports market but the ATP World Tour is returning to the same location where Andy Roddick won his first pro tournament in 2001. Atlanta Tennis Championships run July 17-25 at the Atlanta Athletic Club in the suburb of Johns Creek; the first two days are set for qualifying. The 250 ATP World Tour tournament kicks off the Olympus US Open Series, a string of 10 tournaments around North America that lead to America’s Grand Slam. All Olympus US Open Series tournaments are played on the same blue hard courts used at the US Open. That means the Atlanta Athletic Club, site of numerous highlevel golf tournaments including the 2011 PGA Championship, is installing new courts where there once was green clay. “The inclusion of Atlanta in the Olympus

US Open Series greatly enhances its prestige over the previous tournament’s status as a clay-court tournament in May,” Tournament Director Bill Oakes said. “Now, we’re moving to a much higher visibility and influential spot in the men’s tour. Considering we drew more than 75,000 fans to the old tournament, the Atlanta Tennis Championships should be much more popular.” Part of the growing buzz about the tournament comes from the lineup of star players who have committed to play in the 28-man main draw. Top 20 player John Isner is a Georgia favorite, as the native of Greensboro, N.C., anchored the University of Georgia team that won the 2008 NCAA championship. Isner won his first ATP tournament earlier this year in Brisbane. 2005 US Open semifinalist Robby Ginepri, who lives in nearby Marietta, continues the hometown feel. Former No. 1 Lleyton Hewitt will bring his Australian swagger to Atlanta, brandishing his signature fist pump and yells of “C’mon!”

The winner of 2002 Wimbledon and the 2001 US Open remains a force on the ATP World Tour. Once listed in People Magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” issue, James Blake will also be on hand to showcase the penetrating forehand that propelled him to No. 4. Additionally, during the same week, the site will also host the US Open Men’s National Playoffs that will earn one player entry into the US Open Qualifying Tournament. For fans who can’t make it to Atlanta, there will be plenty of television coverage with eight hours on ESPN2 and six hours on the Tennis Channel. Without a doubt, this July will show the highest level of tennis the South has seen for more than a decade. Premium tickets have sold quickly and daily tickets went on sale in late March. Call 678-527-2138, e-mail to tickets@atlantatennischampionships.com or visit www.atlantatennischampionships.com.

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JULY 19-25, 2010 ATLANTA ATHLETIC CLUB TICKETS & TOURNAMENT INFO:

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Bank of the West Classic

July 26-Aug 1 Bank of the West Classic Taube Family Tennis Stadium Stanford Univ., California WTA Singles Main Draw | 30 Stadium Capacity | 3900 Prize Money | $700,000 2009 Singles Champion | Marion Bartoli

Following a record-setting year, the Bank of the West Classic is ready to celebrate 40 years of World Class Tennis in the Bay Area. As the longest-running women-only tennis tournament in the world, the Bank of the West Classic is proud to boast an impressive list of past champions from Billie Jean King to Martina Navratilova, Monica Seles, Chris Evert, Lindsay Davenport, Kim Clijsters and Venus Williams. In 2010, the event will welcome superstar Maria Sharapova, Top 10 standout Elena Dementieva, and a host of talent from the WTA’s ranks. In 2009, Marion Bartoli emerged as the last woman standing after an impressive run where she held off fast-rising American Melanie Oudin and Top 10 standouts Sam Stosur and Jelena Jankovic before taking down perennial power Venus Williams in the championship. Not only were fans witness to first-class tennis, but many were able to take advantage of the first-class facilities and hospitality. Throughout the week the Bank of the West treated customers to wine tastings, lunches and unique meet-and-greets with athletes in the California sunshine on Stanford’s campus. Bank customers weren’t the only ones in on the action, though, as fans were able to interact with many of the top names in tennis as Sharapova, Jankovic, Serena Williams, Venus Williams and eventual champ Bartoli all participated in fan autograph signings, allowing tennis die-hards a chance to get close to their favorite superstars. Once again, the Bank of the West Classic will treat fans to many opportunities to meet their favorite players, watch amazing tennis and participate in events from Family Day to the Meet the Players Party and much more. As the event recognizes 40 years of tennis, expect many surprises from the best in women’s tennis, both nationally and locally. Coming back in 2010, fans can expect more world class tennis under the sun and stars in the Taube Family Tennis Stadium. The event will begin on Monday, July 26 with finals on Sunday, August 1, 2010. Qualifying starts the weekend before and is free and open to the public on July 24-25. Check out www.BankoftheWestClassic.com for event and ticket information.

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Tennis Etiquette Can I bring a camera to the event? Yes, however, flash photography is not allowed from the stands while play is in session. Tripods, monopods, camcorders and laptops are generally prohibited. Photography should not interfere with other spectator’s enjoyment of the match. Contact the individual event for specific guidelines.

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August 2-8

Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships International Tennis Hall of Fame Newport, Rhode Island ATP Singles Draw | 32 Prize Money | $442,500 2009 Singles Champion | Rajeev Ram

LA Tennis Open Los Angeles Tennis Center at UCLA ATP Singles Main Draw | 28 Stadium Capacity | 7,000 Prize Money | $1,000,000 2009 Singles Champion | Sam Querrey

Southern California Open La Costa Resort and Spa La Costa, California WTA Singles Main Draw | 30 Stadium Capacity | 7,000 Prize Money | $700,000

Legg Mason Tennis Classic William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center Washington, DC ATP Singles Main Draw | 48 Stadium Capacity | 7,500 Prize Money | $1,402,000 2009 Singles Champion | Juan Martin del Potro

The Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships is the only ATP World Tour event played on grass in North America. Direct from Wimbledon, top male players compete or the Van Alen Cup at the legendary International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum. www.tennisfame.com

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In 2010, the LA Tennis Open Presented by Farmers Insurance Group will feature a 28-player singles draw and a 16-team doubles competition. In its 84th year, the landmark Southern California ATP tournament is the longest running annual professional sporting event in Los Angeles and offers total player compensation in excess of $1 million. www.latennisopen.com

The Southern California Open, replacing the LA Women’s Tennis Championship on the Tour calendar, welcomes former World No. 1 and 2008 French Open Champion Ana Ivanovic to headline the event. Held at the La Costa Resort and Spa, The Southern California Open marks the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour’s return to San Diego County after a two-year hiatus. www.southerncaliforniaopen.com

In July of 1969, the inaugural tournament became one of the first open professional tennis tournaments held in the United States. The Legg Mason Tennis Classic has since been part of some of the most innovative changes in tennis, including blue courts, instant replay/video boards in the stadium, and starting in 2009, an ATP “500” level tournament. www.leggmason tennisclassic.com

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Tennis Etiquette Can I pack food and drink to the event? Generally, food and beverages are not allowed to be brought onto tournament grounds. Some events, however, make exceptions to this rule and allow a limited amount of product. Contact the individual event for specific guidelines.

August 9-15 & August 16-22 Western & Southern Financial Group Women’s Open & Masters Lindner Family Tennis Center Mason, Ohio Singles Main Draw | 56 Stadium Capacity | 10,780 Prize Money | WTA $2,000,000 | ATP $3,000,000 2009 Singles Champion | Jelena Jankovic | Roger Federer Cincinnati hosts two weeks of pro tennis featuring the world’s best men and women. The Western & Southern Financial Group Women’s Open is a Premier event on the international Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. The Western & Southern Financial Group Masters is one of the largest, oldest and most prestigious tennis events. It is one of nine elite ATP World Tour Masters 1000 events, where all the top players are automatically entered. www.cincytennis.com

August 9-15

August 16-22

Rogers Cup presented by National Bank Rexall Centre at York Univ. Toronto, Ontario ATP Singles Main Draw | 56 Stadium Capacity | 10,000 Prize Money | $3,000,000 2009 Singles Champion | Andy Murray

Rogers Cup presented by National Bank Uniprix Stadium Montreal, Quebec WTA Singles Main Draw | 56 Stadium Capacity | 11,437 Prize Money | $2,000,000 2009 Singles Champion | Elena Dementieva

Since 1881, the best men’s tennis players in the world have competed on Canadian courts. Only Wimbledon and the U.S. Open have longer histories than the major Canadian stop. Classified as a Masters 1000 event on the ATP World Tour tournament calendar, Rogers Cup presented by National Bank offers US $3 million in prize money and attracts the biggest stars of men’s tennis year after year. www.rogerscup.com www.tenniscanada.com

Past champions on the Canadian stop of the professional tennis circuit include Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Martina Hingis and Serena Williams. In 2009, the Rogers Cup presented by National Bank enjoyed the best attendance in its history, attracting 200,077 spectators to Montreal’s Uniprix Stadium, a world record for a week-long tennis tournament. www.tenniscanada.com

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Tennis Etiquette What is standard conduct while the ball is in play? Spectators should remain in their seat until the end of play and only leave the seat during a player changeover, refrain from making noise during play and should turn cell phones to vibrate or silent mode. Contact the individual event for specific guidelines.

Pilot Pen Tennis is part of the ATP World Tour 250 Series of the ATP Tour and is a Premier Tournament on the WTA Tour. It is the final tournament of the Olympus US Open Series and leads to the last Grand Slam tournament of the year, the US Open. Past winners include Justine Henin, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Nikolay Davydenko and James Blake. www.pilotpentennis.com

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For two weeks in late summer, the US Open is the focus of the sports and entertainment universe where some of the toughest tennis is played on the game’s biggest stage. “It's difficult to explain this moment. You know, since I was young I dreamed of this moment where I would win the trophy,” said Juan Martin del Potro after defeating Roger Federer in the 2009 final. He added, “You know, I accomplished my dream, and it's an unbelievable moment. It was an amazing match, amazing people. Everything is perfect.” Kim Clijsters, fresh from retirement, beat Serena Williams in last year’s final. The win marked her second Grand Slam title, her first as a wife and mother. “It still seems so surreal that in my third tournament back I won because it wasn't in the plan. I just wanted to come here and get a feel for it all over again,” said the Belgian. The US Open is the only major to play outdoor matches at night under lights and the only major to play fifth set tie breaks, the other Slams playing the final set until one player wins by two games. The intense competition, electrifying action and unparalleled excitement in Flushing Meadows is why fans and players visit the US Open and make it the highest-attended annual sporting event in the world. www.USOpen.org

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CONCERNED WITH APPEARANCE perhaps as much as their strokes, lady tennis players won’t deny that style matters. Today’s modern athletic woman wants to look as good as she plays, so hats off to the designers who created attire that is not only stylish but comfortable, functional and season-specific. An array of goods that promise to keep athletes cool, dry, fresh and protected from the environment await you -- so let the shopping begin (after scoring your last point of the match)!

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A> Forty Love Tennis Pucci Print Skirt [$28] Comfort meets style with this lovely light blue, gray and mint swirl skirt. A-line elastic waist. XS-XXL. Gray Princess Tank [$24] Butter soft Wickaway Lycra fabric makes this everyday tank wonderful to wear for tennis and exercise. S-XXL. fortylovetennis.com

B> Fila Essenza Pleated Skort [$48] A 13” skirt with a built-in short. Knit fabric on top and woven fabric on pleats for a crisp finish. Essenza Crew Neck Short Sleeve Top [$45] Comfortable stretch-interlock polyester with a touch of spandex. fila.com

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C> K-Swiss Mesh Pleat Skirt [$50] Pleats at front and back offer the active woman greater mobility and style. Tri-color Tankini [$42] Chafe-free flat seams for comfort coupled with mesh insert at neckline. kswiss.com

D> Under Armour Edge Solid Skirt [$49] Ultralightweight keeps you cool and dry; features a 14-inch outseam, and 5-inch fitted short with ball pocket. Breakshot Stripe Shortsleeve Polo [$64] Loose fit flows with body movement, fabric flexes with changing weather. underarmour.com

E> Prince Comp Pleated Skirt [$49] Drop waist, knife pleat skirt with inner compression short. BLW Racer Back [$38] Built-in bra keeps you dry and offers UV protection treated fabric. Black collection is ideal for teams and leagues. princetennis.com

F> New Balance Pleated Skirt [$40] Internal shorts store two tennis balls, also features an internal pocket for small essentials. Go Anywhere Cami [$38] Cross-over straps with an internal shelf bra and plush wicking elastic for comfortable support. newbalance.com

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GEAR & STYLE | LADIESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; FOOTWEAR

Run, Jump 'n Slide A> Babolat Propulse Lady 2 Parma [$104] All-surface shoe with materials designed for the female foot. babolat.com

B> Head Speed Pro [$129] A top-of-the-line shoe with mesh lining and flexible shell. us.head.com

C> Wilson Tour Spin [$120] The ultimate speed shoe, lightweight and flexible with mesh uppers to keep foot cool. wilson.com

D D> Prince Poise LS [$105] Energy redirecting shoe with a lower platform for stability. princetennis.com E> Babolat Team All Court 4 [$89] Flagship model upgraded for added comfort and durability. babolat.com

F F> New Balance 900 [$94] An elite-level shoe designed with added cushion for blister-free comfort. newbalance.com

G> Fila Novaro Lea [$70] Midfoot support shank for stability and an antibacterial sock liner. fila.com

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WHOEVER SAID THAT MEN CARE LESS ABOUT THEIR TENNIS DUDS hasn’t been to my tennis club. Thank goodness men have learned that it’s not only okay to look good while they hit passing shots and overheads, it’s desirable. Tennis clothing manufacturers blend comfort and fashion to make this season of gear scorching hot. If shopping isn’t your cup of tea, men, then stock up on the essentials and get back to the courts!

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A> K-Swiss Combo Woven Short [$50] Mesh inserts at sides and inner leg panels. Stripe Crew [$45] Mesh sleeves and chafe-free flat seams make for a comfortable fit. kswiss.com

B> Under Armour Classic Polo [$49] Vent zones help you stay dry. Anti-odor technology prevents the growth of odor-causing microbes. Micro Short [$24] Made from stretch microfiber with a relaxed fit and 9-inch inseam for unparalleled mobility. underarmour.com

C> New Balance Game Point Polo [$50] Fabric-treated to absorb body heat, block UV rays and convert sweat into a refrigerant. Match Point Short [$30] Featuring wicking material and two side seam ball pockets. newbalance.com

D> Prince Knit Short [$36] Made with 100 percent polyester, features an elastic waist with drawcord. GLM Polo [$50] Comfortable 100 percent polyester body fabric, halfzip adds great style, tapered seams for superb fit. princetennis.com

E> Fila Essenza Clay II Short [$40] Terry and mesh-lined pockets, elastic waist, inside drawcord. Heritage Crew [$46] Lightweight crew neck with sylish color blocking. fila.com

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GEAR & STYLE | MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FOOTWEAR

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A> Babolat Team All Court 4 [$89] Flagship model with new technologies for spring, grip and durability. babolat.com

F> Nike Air Max Courtballistec 2.3 [$120] Enhanced features for comfort during extralong matches. nike.com

F G> Fila Novaro [$70] Lightweight midsole, durable outsole for ultimate comfort. fila.com

B> New Balance 900 [$94] Balance An elite-level shoe absorbs shock and manages moisture. newbalance.com

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C> Wilson Tour Vision [$110] Reactive Gel Technology for excellent cushioning. wilson.com

D> Babolat Propulse 2 Titanium [$109] All-surface shoe endorsed by Andy Roddick. babolat.com

E> K-Swiss The Classic [$65] The same look as the 1966 original, rebuilt with modern technologies. kswiss.com

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H> Prince Rebel LS [$110] Ultra-responsive and lightweight for the all-around player. princetennis.com

I> Head Speed Pro Men [$129] Performance tennis footwear. Beach sandal included as added value. us.head.com

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Country An Impatient

BY SCOTT MITCHELL AND RAECHEL KENEALY

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2009 Wimbledon spectators atop Murray Mountain cheer for their hometown hero, Andy Murray.

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Awaits

Brits Pin 70 Years of Hope on Murray “England runs the oldest and most prestigious tournament in the world, Wimbledon. The people are traditionalists,” says Nick Bolletieri. “In order to be true to the tradition, the country needs a Grand Slam winner. Runner-up isn’t good enough.” >>

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Although relatively successful on tour, Henman disappointed England several times, most notoriously during a double’s match at Wimbledon in 1995. Upset with his performance, Henman angrily hit a ball that inadvertently struck a ball girl in the head. He was ejected from the tournament, making him the first player to ever be disqualified from Wimbledon. “The English are very prim and proper. They have standards,” explains Bollettieri. “A Brit cannot get away with questionable behavior, especially on their home soil at Wimbledon.” With Henman’s waning popularity toward the end of his career, members of the British media prodded him to quit. He retired in 2007, but Great Britain had long since turned its attention to a young Scot named Andy Murray. Murray displayed promise as a champion in his early years and throughout his teens. At 12, he won the esteemed junior Orange Bowl tournament, and at 17, in 2004, he earned the US Open junior title and was later invited to join England’s Davis Cup team. Then in 2006, the Scot beat Roger Federer in the second round at the Cincinnati Masters event. As Murray’s career blossomed, the pressure of a nation began to mount. A country in need of a tennis hero, England is clinching to Murray, says Bollettieri. “I believe Andy has what it takes to win a Grand Slam this year,” he continues, adding that even if he falls short of a title, his country should still be proud of his achievements. “Look at what Murray has done for the sport in their country. He’s influenced kids to pick up a racquet, have fun and build confidence and curiosity. That right there should be considered a Grand Slam.”

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ANDY MURRAY BOWED HIS HEAD IN DEFEAT AND WIPED TEARS FROM HIS EYES. Typically stoic, the Scot struggled to maintain composure during the postmatch trophy ceremony in Melbourne, Australia. "I got great support back home over the last couple of weeks. Sorry I couldn't do it for you tonight but … he [Roger Federer] was a lot better than me tonight," Murray said. "Hopefully, one time I can come back and win here." The 2010 Australian Open marked Murray’s second Grand Slam final defeat — both to Roger Federer. Tennis coach Nick Bollettieri says he has seen this type of behavior before. He says Murray appeared strained and burdened with performance anxiety. “England runs the oldest and most prestigious tournament in the world [Wimbledon]. The people are traditionalists,” says Bollettieri. “In order to be true to the tradition, the country needs a Grand Slam winner. Runner-up isn’t good enough.” Fred Perry was the last Brit to win a Grand Slam — more than 70 years ago! Arguably the greatest player to ever hail from England, Perry achieved success at all four Majors. He won a total of eight Grand Slam titles, three at the crown jewel of British tennis, Wimbledon. Several decades passed before Great Britain’s next Grand Slam Champion hopeful, Tim Henman, appeared on the court. A former British No. 1, Henman was one of the last great serve-and-volleyers of the Open era. His style delighted his countrymen as it was well-suited for competition on grass, and therefore at Wimbledon. Henman advanced to the semifinals of Wimbledon on four occasions but fell short of reaching a Grand Slam final. He did, however, post a career-high World No. 4 ranking and earn 15 ATP titles.

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the best Murray must adopt winning strategy to become a champion.

When an athlete believes that they represent the only hope for their country to have a champion, sports psychologists say the pressure not to fail can be tremendous. Andy Murray is that athlete. Athletes who compete for their county as they do in the Olympic Games are motivated beyond personal gratification – they want to succeed for national pride. “Playing for Queen and country creates an exciting epic-like journey for a sports career,” says sports psychology coach Adam Naylor, EdD, adding “the highs of competition are higher and the lows are lower.” England’s No. 1 tennis sensation, Andy Murray, 23, is in a unique situation: Although the next Olympic Games aren’t until 2012, Murray is motivated to win for his country during each of the four Grand Slams a year. With 70 years gone by since Great Britain’s Fred Perry hoisted a Grand Slam trophy, all eyes are on Murray to be his successor. “When an athlete believes that they represent the only hope for their country to have a champion, the pressure not to fail can be tremendous,” says sports hypnotherapist Jack Singer, PhD. The media exasperates an already tense situation, says sports performance consult-

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ant Marc Sagal. “I suspect it’s hard for Andy to escape the barrage of attention from the media and its associated pressure. Despite his best attempts to create a firewall between himself and the English press, there can be insidious, subtle ways that pressure seeps in.” Sagal explains that too much pressure may affect how an athlete trains, noting that it’s useful to make small mental and physical adjustments before a big event, but making too many or unnecessary modifications can produce negative results. “Even the slightest bit of extra worry about performance or having slightly more desire to win can alter how he prepares and ultimately performs. When tournaments are concluded, it is likely that both successes and failures have a greater impact as his athletic identity extends beyond himself and into an entire country,” says Sagal. Tried and true methods for dealing with the intense pressure that athletes face may ease performance anxiety. Experts advise Murray to first acknowledge and under-

stand that distractions exist during competition and then develop a mental strategy. “Andy should accept that Grand Slams will be a three-ring circus. Pretending that distractions don’t exist and that a Slam is just another tournament is disingenuous and will prove more internally-distracting than focusing,” says Naylor, adding that consistency in how Murray prepares for competition is key. Dr. Singer agrees. “Focus on the process of doing your sport, not the outcome. Those who worry about the outcome are distracted from the process and never live up to their potential,” Singer continues. “Andy needs to stay focused on the process of winning each point, game and set and the outcome will take care of itself. He needs to recognize that he is human and there will be less than perfect outings.” And finally, sports performance experts agree that after Andy develops a mental game plan, he needs to relax and enjoy this unique experience.

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MENTAL TIPS TO HELP MURRAY WIN A GRAND SLAM

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It boils down to developing the mental set of continuing to do what got him there, rather than worrying that he might disappoint his country. – Jack Singer, PhD Consistency of pre-match routines will bring both mental and physical readiness, creating a steady anchor during the turbulence of Grand Slam excitement. –Adam Naylor, EdD Continue to do the things that brought you success. It may sound New-Agey, but Andy should build faith that if he performs his best and focuses on the right things that success will follow. –Marc Sagal

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Rafa’s Clay Court Reveng BY TERESA THOMPSON

It was a peculiar day. Sunday, May 31, 2009: Rafael Nadal’s clay court winning streak came to a screeching halt. At 81 consecutive victories, it was the

longest run in tour history. The person who conquered Rafa: Robin Soderling, an obscure Swede who, until that day, performed best on hard courts. Soderling’s career would

never be the same. Neither would Nadal’s.

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n eventual loss was inevitable, and although fans were disappointed, they were still encouraging. Their support turned to concern, however, when the news of Nadal’s tendonitis hit the street. Advised to play less often and differently, the tireless baseliner who, to spectator’s delight, pursued balls like a Labrador Retriever, modified his style of play. Nonetheless, if Nadal is healthy, he’s still the man to beat, says Nick Bollettieri. “Nobody in the history of the game has dominated clay more than Nadal. Michael Jordon dominated basketball, Lance Armstrong cycling, Tiger Woods golf and Rafael Nadal clay.” Players who perform best on clay bring patience, topspin and an ability to slide well, and experts agree that no one does it better than Rafael Nadal.

As clay courts absorb shock and are the slowest surfaces, Master Pro Ken DeHart says players must possess patience when playing on clay. The fact that the ball’s felt attracts dirt and particles with every bounce adds weight to the ball, slowing the pace of play even further.

There isn't the sudden stop and go on clay. It’s more of a slide and push-off style. Players don’t need to jam their legs into the ground and stop forcefully to return a ball on clay as they would on hard courts… - Scott Mitchell

“A slow ball allows the opponent to get to more balls so it’s more difficult to put shots away,” says DeHart. “Players should be willing to move the ball around the court, wait longer for openings to hit an aggressive shot and they must be able to create wider and shorter angles.” DeHart says Rafa demonstrates a sense of calm as he works to build the point. Teaching pro Scott Mitchell explains that big hitters like Andy

Roddick don’t perform as well on clay because they haven’t learned the art of patience. “The players who come out on top have great fitness and are patient long enough to earn the point,” says Mitchell. Bollettieri says rallies may last four times longer on clay than on other surfaces, thus constructing a point is like playing chess – you can’t expect the game to move quickly. “The longer a match goes, it will usually favor the player who is most physically fit. When Nadal’s knees are healthy, he’s an animal on clay and the toughest to beat,” according to Bollettieri.

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ACCORDING TO BABOLAT

Nadal holds one of the smallest grips on the men’s – or women’s – tour. At four and onequarter inches, it allows his wrist to move freely and increase racquet maneuverability, which helps create spin, as well.

Returning a ball with heavy top spin is challenging on any surface, but on clay it is arguably the most difficult.

Nadal hits a ball with extreme top spin by design. According to Babolat, Rafa’s racquet manufacturer, his stick was invented to produce spin. In addition, he holds one of the smallest grips on the men’s – or women’s – tour. At four and one-quarter inches, it allows his wrist to move freely and increase racquet maneuverability, which helps create spin, as well. Nadal’s spin-specific equipment accentuates his style of play. While most players finish their stroke with the racquet across their chest, Nadal uses a buggy-whip forehand where the racquet finishes above his head on the same side of his hitting arm. “Rafael’s extreme low to high hitting motion is seldom seen on the tour. It creates massive spin,” says DeHart. “Nadal intentionally arcs the ball 5 to 10 feet above the net; that makes the ball bounce even higher.” Returning a ball with heavy top spin is challenging on any surface, but on clay it is arguably the most difficult. “When Rafa’s ball bounces on clay it really kicks. Shots that bounce above shoulder height are tough for even the pros to handle,” says Mitchell. In addition, he explains that Nadal’s racquet head speed helps produce more spin. “Most players don't have the speed in the swing to create that kind of spin. Nadal’s western grip allows him to brush up on the back of the ball to help create the spin.”

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Nadal is still the player to beat on clay, but there are considerations: His health. - Nick Bollettieri

Movement on most court surfaces involves a player running to the ball and stopping to hit. Clay, however, often involves sliding into the ball before the stroke. DeHart says Rafa maintains balance

and composure on clay’s slippery surface. “His timing is perfect. Nadal makes the art of sliding and hitting a ball look easy. This takes years of practice and few players do it as well as Rafa,” says DeHart. Most tennis players from Europe and South America learn the game first on clay. Nadal is no exception. “Having been raised on clay courts, Rafa developed smooth and natural techniques unique to the surface. His sliding ability helps him reach more balls than anyone,” says teaching pro Fernando Velasco. Mitchell agrees with Velasco that Nadal is an excellent slider, but suggests that it is the Spaniard’s speed and his ability to

produce great shots on the run that deserve equal credit. “He’s a great slider, but it’s a combination of skills that make him the best clay court player,” says Mitchell. CONCLUSION

Up until that fateful day in Paris last year, only a fool would have questioned Rafael Nadal’s abilities to win on any court surface, let alone clay. Today, Bollettieri says Nadal is still the player to beat on clay, but there are considerations: His health. “Anytime Nadal plays on clay, you cannot discount him. He competes and fights for every point; he won’t give you anything. But he’s playing in a tough era with six to eight guys that can knock off anyone,” says Bollettieri, noting Roger Federer’s confidence and good form. “But if Rafa is healthy, watch out.”

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EASY ON THE KNEES There’s a reason why the majority of seniors who play recreational tennis prefer clay: the surface is easy on the joints, says teaching pro Scott Mitchell. He adds that a young adult like Nadal will experience the same benefits of clay as someone who is 70. “There isn't the sudden stop and go on clay. It’s more of a slide and push-off style. Players don’t need to jam their legs into the ground and stop forcefully to return a ball on clay as they would on hard courts. Believe me, the body feels the difference,” explains Mitchell. Clay courts offer more cushion than cement or asphalt. Master Pro Ken DeHart says clay is the kindest surface on the body because it absorbs shock. “There’s not a lot of give on hard courts. The feet stop immediately without any significant sliding. The joints absorb the impact.”

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Tennis is a lot of fun, but it can also be hard on the body if a player isn’t careful, says DeHart. He says playing on clay may help to avoid joint pain and add tennis years to your life.

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guide/2010 SUMMER IS ONE OF THE MOST ENJOYABLE SEASONS, especially for active individuals who yearn for longer days and sunny skies. This is the time of year many of us trade the treadmill, stationary bicycle and indoor tennis court for the beach, park and outside courts. While the season facilitates eating better, exercising more and improved mood, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget that this is also the time that health conditions such as dehydration, heat exhaustion and sunburn peak. The following information will help you avoid health risks and have the most fun in the sun this year. >>

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As I was lifted into the ambulance, my body began to severely cramp. The pain was excruciating. My head throbbed, and I began to vomit.

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Dehydration occurs when a person loses more fluid than what is ingested and when the body doesn't have enough water and other fluids to function properly. The average person loses two to three liters of water a day through breath, sweat, and urine. If the person is active they may lose more than two liters an hour. Dehydration during sporting activities is usually caused by not replenishing liquids lost from sweating. According to the Mayo Clinic, the color of urine – not thirst – is a better gauge of the body’s need for fluid. Generally, when urine is clear or light-colored the person is well hydrated. Dark yellow or amber-colored urine generally signals dehydration.

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DURING A DOUBLES LEAGUE MATCH, A FIT AND HEALTHY 44-YEAR-OLD WOMAN IGNORED SIGNS OF DEHYDRATION. HERE’S HER STORY.

IT WAS A TYPICAL HOT and humid summer day in Tampa, Florida, when my doubles-league tennis team met for competition. Oddly, from the onset of the match, I felt weak and shaky. I assumed that I was just tired. With each game, though, I felt worse. And then, by the end of the first set, which we narrowly won 7-5, I had trouble hearing and my vision was blurring. My partner urged me to forfeit the match, but I insisted that we continue. After our opponents won the second set in a tiebreak, I decided I didn’t have the stength to continue. I sat down to rest, drink water and catch my breath. But when I tried to get up, I was too weak to stand. Teammates covered me with ice and cold towels. Because my house was just a quarter of a mile from the tennis club, I wanted to drive home and recover in privacy. But when I tried to get in my car, I fell to the

ground. I couldn't breathe, and my speech was slurred – I thought I was having a panic attack. My friends quickly called 911. As I was lifted into the ambulance, my body began to cramp severely. The pain was excruciating. My head throbbed, and I began to vomit. Doctors said that my CO2 level was high, which caused the body cramps, and my creatine level was high, causing my kidneys to start to shut down. I was diagnosed with severe dehydration and told that I could have died if I hadn’t received help. My experience reinforced the importance of proper nutrition before competition. Drinking plenty of water or sports drink could have prevented the dehydration. I was lucky that the outcome wasn’t worse and thankful to have friends who never left my side. *anonymous submission.

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The signs of dehydration vary with each person; however, following are the most common symptoms of mild, moderate and extreme cases.

When a person is dehydrated, they lose electrolytes, which are needed for electro-chemical reactions and healthy cell operation. Sodium and potassium salts that are normally found in sports drinks should be consumed to replenish electrolytes. Salty foods, incidentally, should not be immediately eaten since digestion requires fluids and will worsen the effects of dehydration. First, replenish with electrolyte-based water. Second, a small snack may be consumed once the threat of serious illness subsides. Healthy adults usually treat mild to moderate dehydration by drinking more fluids. Immediate medical care is needed if the person experiences severe signs of dehydration. If the condition is left untreated, dehydration may lead to heatstroke or death. The best form of treatment is prevention – drink plenty of fluids before, during and after any activity.

Mild-Moderate | Thirst, dizziness, weakness, headache, nausea, muscle cramps, fatigue, increased heart rate. Extreme | Vomiting, muscle spasms, confusion, seizures, unconsciousness, dimmed vision, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, fever, delerium, extreme weakness.

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WHAT LIQUID HYDRATES AN ATHLETE BEST: WATER, SPORT DRINKS, JUICE, CARBONATED SOFT DRINKS, COFFEE OR ALCOHOL?

Sport Drinks

Water

In some cases, sport drinks lead to better hydration than water because its flavor tends to promote greater consumption. Sport drinks also replenish carbohydrates and electrolytes lost from perspiration. Overall, sport drinks are a very good source of hydration.

Flowing from fountains and faucets, water is accessible, inexpensive and many believe the natural liquid is the best form of hydration. If you find it too bland to consume the suggested four to six (4-6) ounces for every 15 minutes of exercise, add a touch of lemon or peppermint for flavor.

Carbonated Soft Drinks

Juice Juice has many wonderful nutritional properties including carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes, but it’s not necessarily a great thirst quencher. In fact, the fructose (fruit sugar) reduces the rate of water absorption so that cells don't hydrate quickly. Juice is flavorful and nutritious and a decent source of hydration, however, it should not be your only choice for hydration.

Soft drinks and colas offer little nutritional value and are not recommended as a great choice for hydration. The carbohydrates in soft drinks slow the absorption of water and the sugar and caffeine lessen the impact of hydration. The carbonation may cause upset stomach during exercise, as well.

Coffee and Tea Coffee and tea are best saved until after exercise. Acting as diuretics, these drinks cause kidneys to pull additional water from the bloodstream. Adding milk or sugar to the popular drinks further reduces the rate of water absorption. If your goal is to hydrate, coffee and tea should be avoided.

Alcoholic Beverages Alcohol dehydrates you and is a terrible choice for hydration. A glass of red vino or a beer with dinner occasionally may serve as a muscle relaxer and stress reducer, but they won’t offer hydration benefits before, during or after exercise.

Conclusion: If you want maximum hydration, consume water. But, considering you drink more of what you enjoy, don’t be afraid to mix your beverage choices. Quality and quantity are both important when satisfying your hydration needs.

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MORE THAN ONE MILLION NEW CASES OF SKIN CANCER WILL BE DIAGNOSED IN THE UNITED STATES THIS YEAR. REDUCED SUN EXPOSURE COUPLED WITH REGULAR USE OF SUNSCREEN MAY HELP PROTECT SKIN FROM DISEASE AND PREMATURE AGING.

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activeingredients

Select a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects skin against UVB and UVA. Among a list of active ingredients, choose a sunscreen that includes zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, or Parsol 1789. Active ingredients in sunscreens are considered either an absorber or reflector. Absorbers create a chemical reaction to absorb UV rays. Commonly used absorbers include homosalate, octisalate, octinoxate, octocrylene, oxybenzone, and avobenzone. Reflectors are physical barriers that block UV rays. The reflectors are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. Most sunscreens contain a mixture of absorbers and reflectors. Because active ingredients may lose their effectiveness over time, expired formulas should be discarded.

spf level

Sun Protection Factor, or SPF, measures the protection against UVB. Dermatologists widely recommend using a sunscreen with an SPF rating of 30 or higher. An SPF 30 protects against 97 percent of UVB rays.

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activities

Determine your activity and apply a product that is appropriate. For instance, if you’re swimming or enjoying a water activity, use a waterproof sunscreen; if you’re playing tennis or another sport, use a sweatproof or nongreasy formula. Hypoallergenic formulas are also available for sensitive skin.

applications

Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside to allow time for it to penetrate or bind to the skin. An average sized adult should apply one to two ounces of the formula to areas exposed to sunlight. Reapply applications every two hours, or more frequently if the formula has been diluted due to sweat, water or clothing. Many sunscreen manufacturers offer a variety of consistencies to suit individual preferences, such as creams, lotions and moisturizers.

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YEARS OF UNPROTECTED SUN EXPOSURE LEFT A YOUNG MOTHER FEARING FOR HER LIFE BY ASHLEY MITCHELL

Melanoma FACTS

IT WAS BROWN, ROUGH, AND SENSITIVE to the touch. Located on the back of my hip, I thought “It” was only a scratch. I wasn’t particularly worried until several weeks passed and it turned from brown to pink. The spot was still tender, and although it wasn’t grotesque in appearance, intuition told me to have it medically examined. Initially, the doctor wasn’t concerned with the spot, but for my peace of mind, a biopsy was ordered. When the results returned, we were shocked to learn that I had a malignant melanoma. I was terrified. Melanoma left untreated is deadly. I was only 33 years old, happily married and a new mother to a 7-month-old boy. I moved quickly to have the melanoma removed and have my lymph nodes tested to determine if the cancer had spread. When the results returned, I breathed a sigh of relief. The tests showed I was cancer-free. As I reflect on my life, I realize that I didn’t make sun protection a priority: I grew-up in Florida and spent most days outside without wearing sunscreen; when I was a teenager I regularly used a tanning bed; then, throughout adulthood, I spent many days outside playing tennis. My melanoma experience has taught me plenty. First, trust your instincts and be proactive with your health because no one knows your body better than yourself. Second, use sunscreen every day and over your entire body. Third, examine your skin regularly for growths or abnormalities. Today, I am committed to maintaining my health – for me and my family.

Skin Damage Signs ✽ Change on the skin, especially in size or color of a mole or other dark pigmented

growth or spot, or new growth. ✽ Scaling, oozing, bleeding, or change in the appearance of a bump or nodule. ✽ Spread of pigmentation beyond its border such as dark coloring that spreads

past the edge of a mole. ✽ A change in sensation, itchiness, tenderness or pain.

See your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.

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CONTEMPORARY CLOTHING MANUFACTURERS OFFER ADDED VALUE TO THEIR SPORTSWEAR LINES: ULTRAVIOLET PROTECTION, ANTIBACTERIAL, AND MOISTURE MANAGEMENT.

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sunscreen Many tennis and fitness apparel manufacturers offer gear with sun protection woven into the fabric. Ultraviolet (UV) protection in fabrics is achieved by using micropolyester fabrics that are densely woven to block the sun’s rays before they reach the skin. The most effective claim is around 98 percent, equivalent to an SPF of 50.

antibacterial Ah, the sweet smell of … nothing! New innovations in tennis-savvy fabrics make you look good and smell good, too. Dry-breathable fabrics include antibacterial properties to help stop the production of bacteria on your skin.

moisture

management Exercising in high humidity and hot temps increases perspiration, and sweat often leads to sticky, wet gear. To combat this discomfort, try contemporary molecularlyenhanced fabric that keeps you feeling dry and cool. The treated clothing wicks moisture from your skin and transfers it to the surface of the fabric for rapid evaporation.

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The sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ulTravioleT (uv) radiation can damage the eyes and lead to cataracts, skin cancer around the eyelids, and other eye disorders. uv radiation can also burn the front surface of the eye, similar to a sunburn on the skin. For optimum protection, the Mayo Clinic recommends wearing a lens that blocks a minimum of 99 percent of uvB rays and at least 95 percent of uva rays.

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Worn by tennis sensation Sam Stosur, the performance eyewear is made for women and offers 100 percent UV ray protection.

Polarized filters reduce glare on horizontal surfaces like water or a tennis court.

A good lens should eliminate 100 percent UV rays.

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For lightweight eyewear choose a frame constructed of polycarbonate plastic. The variety of lens shapes make it easy to find shades that complement your unique features.

Choose amber, brown, or gray lens color when playing tennis. These colors block the sun with limited color distortion.

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Don't Dread the Dropper Make the drop shot your weapon, not enemy. A GENERATION OF BIGGER, STRONGER, QUICKER touring pros turned tennis into a one-dimensional game of power. Shots that required delicate touch and “soft” hands such as the drop shot almost vanished. Then, thanks largely to Roger Federer who adopted the stroke, the drop shot resurfaced on tour as a formidable tactic. Now most touring pros are working to perfect it, too.

BY KEN DEHART USPTA MASTER PRO

do it all the time,” Federer continued. An effective time to hit this stroke is when an opponent is deep in their court or slow recovering from a wide angle shot. If they retrieve and return the short ball, follow with a lob over the charging opponent’s head or hit an angled passing shot. Learning the drop shot will naturally help you to develop a chip shot, slice shot, spin volley, return of serve and a defensive shot to keep you in points when you’re forced out of position. The drop shot is a “weapon of mass confusion” and an important tool. Add this specialty shot to your power game and you’ll be unstoppable at any level.

"...you can't hit them against everybody, you know. There are certain types of players that don't allow you to do it, and others you can do it all the time," says Roger Federer.

“I'm happy I got to learn how to use it over the years. I used to not be a fan of the drop shot at all. I always thought it was a shot you only hit when you're panicking from the baseline, when you're scared maybe to take on the fight, you know,” Federer said. The drop shot is a ball struck with underspin and soft touch. It’s used to vary the rhythm of a point and to keep the opponent off-balance by dictating vertical play. “…mixing it up, coming to the net, hitting drop shots. You can't hit them against everybody, you know. There are certain types of players that don't allow you to do it, and others you can

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BEST GRIP: Eastern for forehand; Eastern and Continental for backhand. BALL CONTACT: Hold tilted racquet in front, higher than normal. Brush ball softly with high to low. SPIN: Brushing ball creates backspin and/or sidespin and makes it bounce away from opponent. DISGUISE: Take a longer backswing appearing to hit a regular ground stroke, shorten the stroke just before the swing.

1. Against opponents standing deep behind the baseline. 2. When the opponent is pulled wide off court and out of balance. 3. To change the rhythm in a point. 4. To fatigue an opponent, forcing vertical court coverage. 5. On clay surfaces because players tend to hit from behind the baseline due to high bouncing ground strokes. 6. On grass surfaces because the ball bounces lower.

1. When ball is hit deep in your court. 2. When ball is struck hard at you. 3. When opponent is near or inside the baseline. 4. When opponent is in a balanced position.

1. Stand near the service line while partner feeds soft, short balls. Try to drop ball over the net with enough underspin where it bounces two to three times inside the feeder’s service court. 2. Put a basket or target half way between the service line and net. When your partner feeds you the ball try to drop the ball into the basket from both the forehand and backhand sides. 3. During the short court tennis warm up, use the drop shot to keep the ball in play, slowing the rally to “feel” the ball.

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BESTDefense 1. Keep your opponent deep in their backcourt. 2.. Keep the ball high as well as deep. 3. Play close to the baseline to reduce the space between you and the net.

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What's old is new again: One of Fabrice Santoro's greatest weapons, the drop shot, is made popular again by Roger Federer. The specialty shot is particularly effective when an opponent plays behind the baseline, for a well executed drop shot is difficult to reach before bouncing twice. This stroke tends to thrust players off balance while requiring movement to change eratically from lateral to vertical.

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STROKES & STRATEGY | TEACH ME

The Service Toss Prevent the service toss yips. BY CHARLY RASHEED

THOUGH PHYSICALLY SIMPLISTIC IN NATURE, the service toss can be mentally daunting. No other preparation for a shot or action in tennis is executed without footwork. Absence of movement can lead to mental chaos, which, in turn, may lead to a clumsy service motion. Case in point: Ana Ivanovic.

When the former World No. 1 lost in the second round of the 2010 Australian Open she was questioned about her unpredictable serve and toss. “Yeah, it's something I'm working on. When I'm excited, when I want to keep going, I want a good serve, and then I rush and I just don't take time,” a candid Ivanovic said. “That's when it happens. It [service toss] just gets away from me because I hold the ball so tight instead of just relaxing.” Overcoming mental hurdles during the service toss is accomplished by establishing movement, patterns and

focusing on rhythm, while overcoming technical challenges requires executing a specific technique to ensure consistency. The toss is the rudder for the service motion. It defines the balance, actualizes the kinetic chain and dictates placement of the serve. The serve is one of the most important – if not the most important – strokes of the game. If you want a great serve, improve your toss. The better the toss, the better the serve. Following are three physical and two mental components of a successful service toss:

Physical Components 1. SHOULDER Use only the shoulder to perform the toss motion. The odds of error

increase when the ball is tossed using the elbow, wrist or fingers. 2. SQUARE PALM Think of your palm as a platform from which the ball is released.

It is necessary for this platform to be square to the target at release point. 3. TOSS LOCATION The location of the service toss is vital to the success of the

serve. While preparing to toss, imagine a huge clock in front of you. The line of the toss should fall near 12 o’clock to 1 o’clock if right-handed, and near 11 o’clock and 12 o’clock if left-handed. This location will promote full extension at contact point for the server.

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Mental Components 1. MOVEMENT & PATTERNS Many touring pros achieve movement by bouncing the ball or generating footwork prior to addressing the serve. They also develop patterns before every toss. For instance, Rafael Nadal adjusts his shorts, fixes his hair and bounces the ball before serving. 2. RHYTHM A great serve is defined by great rhythm. One method to creating rhythm is to simply count: one, two, and three. The silent counting signifies checkpoints in the course of a fluid service. For most players, the toss is actualized at the count of “two.” This counting process helps keep the mind occupied and reduce analysis.

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SERVICE TOSS DRILL: TOSS ALIGNMENT

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Address the service position then rest a racquet on the ground in line with the clock visualization (see Physical Components, No. 3) and 6 to 8 inches inside the court. Toss the ball attempting for it to land in the middle of its string bed. Mark where the first 10 balls land. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not uncommon to have 10 inconsistent marks. Each spot represents a service motion that required adaptation due to an inconsistent toss. With practice, the service toss becomes more consistent as does the nature of the service swing plane.

4Ana Ivanovic relied on a powerful forehand and serve to reach World No. 1, June 9, 2008. The Serbâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ranking has since steadily declined beyond the Top 25 due to an unreliable serve and an erratic ball toss.

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CLUB+COURT | LEAGUE PLAY

A Limp Distraction BY TERESA THOMPSON

I THOUGHT WEATHER CONDITIONS WERE PERFECT for a tennis match: clear skies, light humidity, 80 degrees. My opponent, however, was miserable. After I jumped to a 4-1 lead in the first set, my challenger explained, “I don’t know how much longer I can play before I retire. I can’t take the heat. My legs are killing me… I guess I’m getting too old for singles. I’m 56, you know.” Her condition, she said, was heat-induced leg cramps. According to the league record standings, my rival had retired in two of her last three matches. “If you had made yourself available to play at night I wouldn’t be cramping right now. It’s too damn hot to play tennis. Matches are meant to play at night,” she said tersely. “This is a flex league,” I calmly replied. “Matches are played on any days and times that we agree upon,” I said and returned directly to the court. Then, immediately following the change-over chit-chat, something interesting happened: Her leg cramps seemingly vanished and her physical intensity increased. I, on the other hand, was preoccupied analyzing both her prior confrontational comment and then her newfound energy. My 4-1 lead dissolved to a 6-7 first-set loss.

MATCH ANALYSIS

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DISTRACTION: Psychological

LEVEL OF DISTRACTION: Moderate

Between sets she took a lengthy bathroom break while I regained focus and practiced serves. Considering that the heat index was rising as the time neared noon, and her physical condition may be a factor, my second set strategy was simply to be patient, to outlast her. True to the plan, points were 20 to 30 strokes long. While she hung her head, dragged her feet and stretched her calves between points, I turned my back and tweaked my strings to ignore the drama. After three hours of match play, I extended a second set lead to 4-1. She sat in the middle of the court and gasped: “I can’t take it any more.” She retired. Fortunately, I don’t experience a lot of gamesmanship, but I am pleased that through trial and error I’m learning to recognize it; and, most importantly, adjust appropriately.

NEW GAME PLAN: Reduce unforced errors; increase strokes per point; avoid conversation with opponent.

HINDSIGHT 20-20: Recognize mental distractions earlier and adjust immediately.

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CONFLICT RESOLUTION

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Argue Less. Know The Rules.

BY KIM CASHMAN

WITH SUMMER’S HOT WEATHER, it’s smart to know the rules related to medical time-outs during tennis. As a principle, the USTA Code states that play should be continuous from the onset of the match, allowing for 20 seconds between points, 90 seconds during change-over, and 120 seconds between sets. Incidentally, toweling-off must be done within the time allotted, and when you’re not serving, you must play to the server’s pace. Although no extra time should be given to allow a player to recover from a condition, treatable medical conditions are the exception. A one-time three-minute time-out is allowed for treatable medical conditions, such as heat cramping. This time-out should only be used for administering treatment, such as applying ice, a pain reliever (pill or spray/rub), or a wrap or support.

USTA Comment 29.2 also allows for one or more genuine toilet breaks and insists that these must be taken during change-overs when at all possible. Breaks during a game should be limited to actual emergencies, however, gastrointestinal problems are considered treatable medical conditions.

On the Clock | Maximum Time Allowed Between Points: 20 sec. Between Change-over: 90 sec. Between Sets: 120 sec. One-time Treatable Medical Condition: 3 min.

>>case no. conflict: During a very hot and humid match, my

opponent started feeling “woozy” in the third set, so she requested a medical time-out. She took three minutes to take medicine, drink fluids, and put cold compresses on her head to cool down. After this break she apparently felt better and ended up winning the match. I feel that her “wooziness” was due to lack of conditioning and she shouldn’t have received a time-out. Who’s right?

resolution: If her condition was treatable, which it

appears to have been, a medical time-out is warranted. The USTA Comment III E-5 states that after evaluation if the fatigue was accompanied by a treatable medical condition, then the time-out is allowed. Since the medicine worked and she continued playing, the time-out was warranted.

>>case no. conflict: During my match, my opponent’s left

leg started to cramp, so he requested a medical timeout. Thirty minutes later his right forearm started to cramp. He wanted another time-out. I didn’t know the rule, so I allowed it. Did I make the correct call?

resolution: No, he should not have received a

second time-out for the same condition. A player is only entitled to one medical time-out for all cramping or heat-related conditions during a match. For instance, if he had twisted an ankle, or any number of nonheat-related issues, he could have received an additional medical time-out.

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TENNIS BAGS & BACK CK PACKS PACKS HEAD ATP: A TP: BACK PA ACK ........................ 29.95 PACK COMBI................................. 34.95 PRO ..................................... 27.95 SUPERCOMBI SUPERCOMBI..................... ..................... 39.95 A TTP 2010—RED OR TEAL: ATP COMBI................................. 39.95 PRO ..................................... 29.95 DJOKOVIC: BACK PA ACK ........................ 49.95 PACK COMBI................................. 64.95 MONSTER COMBI.............. 74.95 SE MONSTER COMBI ........ 79.95 EXTREME: BACK PA ACK OR PRO ........ 39.95 PACK COMBI................................. 49.95 SUPERCOMBI SUPERCOMBI..................... ..................... 54.95 TENNIS ................................ 59.95 PRESTIGE LE BACK PPACK ACK ......... 49.95 PRESTIGE LE MONSTERCOMBI MONSTERCOMBI . 74.95 RADICAL: BACK PA ACK ........................ 29.95 PACK COMBI................................. 39.95 SUPERCOMBI ..................... 44.95 SUPERCOMBI..................... TENNIS ................................ 49.95 TOUR TEAM: BACK PA ACK ........................ 46.95 PACK COMBI................................. 59.95 MONSTER COMBI.............. 69.95 TENNIS ................................ 64.95 TRA AVVEL ............................... 74.95 TRAVEL BABOLAT BABOLA AT AERO: BACK P ACK ........................ 64.95 PACK 6-RACKET ........................... 79.95 9-RACKET ........................... 84.95 12-RACKET ......................... 89.95 CLUB—COLORS: BACK P PACK ACK ........................ CALL 3-RACKET ........................... CALL 6-RACKET ........................... CALL 12-RACKET ......................... CALL TOURNAMENT TOURNAMENT.................... .................... 54.95 PRO TE AM : TEAM: 3 RACKET ........................... 34.95 3-RACKET 3 9 6-RACKET ........................... 44.95 9-RACKET ........................... 49.95 12-RACKET ......................... 59.95 TRA TRAVEL AVEL ............................... 74.95 TEAM—BLACK, BLUE, RED: BACK P ACK ........................ 49.95 PACK 3-RACKET ........................... 44.95 6-RACKET ........................... 54.95 9-RACKET ........................... 64.95 12-RACKET ......................... 74.95 COMPETITION—BLACK .... 59.95 Y RACQUET H OLDER X6 ...... 74.95 HOLDER Y SLING .................................. 49.95 Y TENNIS ................................ 74.95 ADIDAS BARRICADE II TOUR: PACK ........................39.95 ........................ 39.95 BACK PACK 3-P PACK ................................ 35.95 3-PACK ................................35.95 66-PACK PACK CK ................................59.95 59 95 N GO SACK CK PACK CK ..........7.50 SANTIAGO STRIKER R K R MEDIUM M D UM DU DUFFLE .. 27.95 R K R LARGE RG DU STRIKER DUFFLE ..... 35.95

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WILSON ADVVANTTAGE ADVANTAGE A TRIPLE.............. 19.95 AUSTRALIAN ALIAN OPEN: BACK P PACK ACK ........................ 39.95 6-PA ACK K ................................ 49.95 6-PACK TRIPLE E ................................ 39.95 BLX CLU UB: CLUB: BACK P PACK ACK ........................ 41.95 DUFFLLE ............................... 54.95 DUFFLE PREMIUM IUM RACQUET ......... 60.00 BLX TEAM: AM: BACK P PACK A ACK ........................ 41.95 3-PA ACK ................................ 40.00 3-PACK 6-PACK 6-PA ACK ................................ 45.00 DUFFLLE ............................... 49.95 DUFFLE TRIPLE E ................................ 31.95 BLX TOUR: UR: 6 PLUS S ................................ 65.00 LE ............................... 59.95 DUFFLE RER SUPER 6............ 6............ 90.00 FEDERER R 6 ............................. 75.00 SUPER TRAVELER........................... TRA AVE VELER ELER........................... 79.95 H OPE: HOPE: ACK ........................ 29.95 BACK P PACK E ................................ 27.95 TRIPLE ECO PRO O TOUR: A ACK ........................ CALL BACK P PACK 6-PA ACK ................................ CALL 6-PACK SUPER R 6 ............................. CALL PERFECTT P AC 2010: PAC BACK P ACK ........................ 39.95 PACK TOTE ................................... . 29.95 PRO ST TAFF A ‘10: STAFF BACK P ACK ........................ 29.95 PACK 6-PA ACK K ................................ 37.95 6-PACK SUPER R 6 ............................. 41.95 TRIPLE E ................................ 29.95 U.S. OPEN: EN: PREMIUM IUM BACK PACK PACK ..... 50.00 PREMIUM IUM 6 P ACK ............. 55.00 PACK PREMIUM IUM SUPER 6 ........... 65.00 IUM TRIPLE .............. 39.95 PREMIUM

PRINCE CONTEMPO MPO LITE: BACK P ACK ........................ 29.95 PACK TOTE ................................... .. 24.95 EXO3: BACK PACK CK ........................ 46.95 6-PA ACK K ................................ 54.95 6-PACK 12-P 12-PACK PACK AC CK .............................. 79.95 TRIPLE ................................ 39.95 H IBISCUS TOTE O ..................... 29.95 HIBISCUS INSPIRA ATION: T ON INSPIRATION: BACK PACK CK OR TRIPLE R .... 29.95 6-PA ACK K ................................ 39.95 6-PACK TOTE ................................... .. 26.95 PREMIER R TOTE O ...................... 39.95 RACQUET PACK—BLACK: CK—B CK BACK PACK CK (HOLDS HO D 3) ..... 34.95 SHARAPOVA S HARAPOV O 6-PACK CK ............ 62.95 S HARAPOV O TRIPLE R SHARAPOVA ............. 46.95 SINGLE R CQU CO R ..... 9.95 RACQUET COVER TOUR TEAM: M BACK PACK CK ........................ 59.00 6-PA ACK K / PRO RO DUFFLE DU 6-PACK ..... 69.00 C CK K .............................. 89.00 12-PACK R TRIPLE ................................ 49.00 W H DU WHEEL DUFFLE ................. 89.00 R —RO WH ........ 14.95 TRIPLE—ROYAL/WHITE O VOLLEY: B CK PACK CK / TRIPLE R BACK ........ 29.95 CK K ................................ 39.95 6-PACK DUNLOP AEROGEL ROG 4D: D B CK PACK CK ........................ 39.00 BACK 6-PACK CK K ................................ 59.00 CK .............................. 69.00 CK 10-PACK AEROGEL ROG 6-PACK—PINK CK— NK ..... 39.95

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AIRFLOW 3 CB....................... 89.95 AIRFLOW 5 CB OR 7 CB ...... 99.95 CROSSBOW 2 OR 4 .............. 99.95 CROSSBOW 6 ...................... 119.95 LIQUIDMETAL LIQUIDMET TAL 4...................... 4...................... 64.95 LIQUIDMET TAL 8...................... 8...................... 74.95 LIQUIDMETAL LIQUIDMETAL LIQUIDMET TAL INSTINCT ....... 69.95 LIQUIDMET TAL: LIQUIDMETAL: RADICAL—MID+/OVER...... 69.95 MET TALLIX 4 ............................ 74.95 METALLIX METALLIX MET TALLIX 6 ............................ 87.95 PCT SPEED ............................ 49.95

NEW BL BLX LX SERIES: CIRRU US ONE—118 ........... 269.00 CIRRUS CORAL WAVE—105 CORA AL W AVVE—105.......... 149.00 KHAM MSIN FIVE—108 ........ 229.00 KHAMSIN PRO OPEN—100 O .............. 179.00 PRO TEAM T FX—103 ......... 179.00 FX—103......... PRO TOUR—96 T ................ 179.00 SIX-O NE—95 (16X18) ....... 199.00 SIX-ONE—95 SIX-ONE—95 SIX-O NE—95 (18X20) ....... 199.00 SIX-O NE LITE—102 .......... 179.00 SIX-ONE SIX-O SIX-ONE NE TEAM—95 ......... 199.00 SIX-O NE TOUR—90 ......... 199.00 SIX-ONE SURGE—100 SURG E—100..................... 169.00 TIDALL WAVE—105 WAVE—105 VE 105 ............ 149.00 149 00 TOUR —95 ......................... 189.00 TOUR—95 FEDERE ER—110 ...................... 27.95 FEDERER—110 OUTER H1 OUTE ER EDGE—135........ 104.95 HYPER HAMMER H 4.3—110 ... 84.95 HYPER SLEDGE S HAM 2.0 ... 114.95 E-98 OR TEAM-104 199.00 K BLADE BLADE-98 K BLADE E TOUR—93 ............ 199.00 —100 ......................... 99.00 K BOLD BOLD—100 RTT—100....................... 79.95 K COUR COURT—100 E FX—115................ 249.00 K THREE CE FX—105............... 129.00 K FIERC FIERCE FX—107 ................. 229.00 K FOUR FX—107 K FORCE FORCE HYBRID—105 ........ 69.95 K OBRA A TEAM FX—100 ...... 199.00 K OBRA A TOUR—100 ............ 189.00 K PRO ST S AFF—88 ............... 199.00 STAFF—88 K SIX-O NE—95 (16X18) ........ 149.00 SIX-ONE—95 NE—95 (18X20) ....... 149.00 K SIX-O SIX-ONE—95 K SIX-O SIX-ONE NE TEAM—95 ......... 129.00 SIX ONE TOUR—90 SIX-O TOUR 90 ......... 149.00 149 00 K SIX-ONE STING G—105 ........................ 74.95 K STING—105 STRIK KE—103 ...................... 79.95 K STRIKE—103 K TOUR TEAM FX—102 ...... 189.00 T K ZEN TEAM FX—103 ......... 179.00 nCODE nPRO OPEN-100....... 89.95 nCODE nTOUR—95 ............... 69.95 nCODE nTOUR TWO—95 ...... 79.95 OPE EN—103 ..................... 35.95 U.S. OPEN—103

MICROGEL: ....................... 79.95 EXTREME 09 09....................... EXTREME PRO 09............ 109.95 EXTREME TEAM 09 ......... 118.95 INSTINCT ............................ 88.95 MOJO .................................. 78.95 MONSTER ........................... 89.95 PRESTIGE—MID/MID+ .... 179.95 PRESTIGE PRO ................ 179.95 RADICAL—MID+ / OVER ... 89.95 RADICAL TEAM—102 ........ 89.95 RAPTOR—MID+/OVER ...... 79.95 YOUTEK: EXTREME—MID+ / PRO .. 169.95 INSTINCT .......................... 159.95 MOJO ................................ 129.95 PRESTIGE—MID/MID+ .... 199.95 PRESTIGE PRO ................ 199.95 RADICAL—MID+/OVER.... 189.95 RADICAL PRO .................. 189.95 RADICAL LITE .................. 179.95 RAPTOR—MID+/OVER ...... 99.95 SPEED—MID+ (16X19) ..... 199.95 SPEED—MID+ (18X20) ..... 199.95 SPEED ELITE OR LITE..... 189.95 SPEED PRO ...................... 199.95 TTII RADICAL ELITE.................. ELITE.................. 39.95 TTII S5 COMFORT COMFORT ZONE ......... 59.95 TTII S6 ........................................ 64.95

PRINCE PRIN CE EXO3 BLACK—100 .............. 199.00 EXO3 BLACK TEAM—100 ... 179.00 EXO3 BLUE—110 ................. 259.00 EXO3 GRAPHITE—93 / 100 199.00 EXO3 HYBRID—110 ............. 149.00 EXO3 HYBRID—104 ............. 129.00 EXO3 HYBRID—100 ............... 99.00 EXO3 IGNITE—95................. 189.00 EXO3 IGNITE TEAM—95 ..... 169.00 REBEL 9 ................. 189.00 89 00 EXO3 REBEL—95 EXO3 REBEL TEAM—95 ..... 169.00 EXO3 RED—105 ................... 239.00 SILLVER—118 .............. 279.00 EXO3 SILVER—118 EXO3 WHITE—100 ............... 179.00 03 BLUE—OVER .................... 92.95 03 RED—MIDPLUS ................ 99.95 SILVVER—OVER .................. 99.95 03 SILVER—OVER 03 WHITE—MID+ ................... 99.95 03 HYBRID HORNET HORNET-MID+/OV T-MID+/OV 89.00 03 HYBRID SHARK SHARK-MID+/OV -MID+/OV .. 79.95 03 HYBRID SPECTRUM-OVER 64.95 AIR DRIVE—OVER ................. 59.95 AIRO IGNITE—MIDPLUS ....... 59.95 AIRO MARIA TI—OVER ......... 39.95 AIRO THUNDER—MIDPLUS . 49.95 AIRO WINNER—OVER ........... 39.95 GRAPHITE CLASSIC-MD/OV . 129.00 OZONE ONE—OVER+ ............ 99.00 ONE—OVER+............ OZONE FOUR—OVER ........... 99.00 OZONE PRO TOUR—MID+ TOUR MID ... CALL OZONE SEVEN—MIDPLUS+ . 87.95 OZONE TOUR—MID+ .......... 159.00 SHARK DB—OVER ................ 64.95 THUNDER RIP—OVER........... 79.95 TOUR DIABLO—MID/MID+ . 125.00 TRIPLE THREA AT: THREAT: BANDIT—OVER .................. 59.95 CLOUD—OVER ................... 59.95 HORNET TUNGSTEN-OVER 69.95 SCREAM —110 .................... 59.95 SCREAM—110

BABOLAT B ABOLA AT AERO—112 .....................................95.95 .......................................95.95 AERO STORM/ STORM/STORM STORM TOUR 129.00 1 AERO STORM GT/TOUR GT 185.00 1 AERO STRIKE ........................ 129.00 1 AEROPRO DRIVE COR CORTEX TEX / + .. 149.00 1 AEROPRO DRIVE GT /GT + .. 189.00 1 AEROPRO LITE GT ................ 179.00 1 AEROPRO TEAM GT .............. 185.00 1 1 DRIVE Z—110 ....................... 119.00 DRIVE Z—118 ....................... 129.00 1 1 DRIVE Z 09 LITE .................. 169.00 DRIVE Z 09—105.................. 09—105.................. 179.00 1 09—110.................. 189.00 1 DRIVE Z 09—110.................. DRIVE Z 09—118.................. 09 118.................. 199.00 09—118 1 E-SENSE COMP—100 ............ 99.00 E-SENSE LITE—100 ................ 89.00

PURE DRIVE 135.................. 189.00 CORTEX PURE DRIVE COR TEX / + ... 139.00 PURE DRIVE RODDICK / + . 139.00 PURE DRIVE GT / GT + ....... 185.00 PURE DRIVE GT -107 / LITE. 185.00 GT-107 PURE DRIVE GT RODDICK .. 189.00 PURE DRIVE GT RODDICK +189.00 PURE STORM / STORM LLTD TD 119.00 PURE STORM GT / LLTD TD GT 179.00 PURE STORM TOUR / + ..... 119.00 PURE STORM TOUR GT / + 179.00 Y 105 OR 109 / 112 LTD LTTD...... 199.00 Y 112 OR 118 RSG OR STD 199.00 XS 102 OR 105 .................. 109.00 XS—102 109 00 XS 2010—102 ....................... 119.00 XS 2010—109 ....................... 129.00

PRO P RO KENNEX KINETIC KINETIC:: IONIC 5 OR 5 PSE ............ 1149.00 49.00 PSE............ IONIC 55X X ........................... 1149.00 49.00 IONIC 10 ............................ 1139.00 39.00 10............................ IONIC 15 OR 15 PSE........ PSE........ 1149.00 49.00 IONIC 20 OR 20 PSE ........ 1159.00 59.00 PSE........ IONIC 30 30............................ ............................ 1179.00 79.00

KINETIC: PRO 5G OR 7G................. 119.00 PRO 15G ........................... 109.95 SQ LIMITED ...................... 199.00 C—93 TYPE C —93 REDONDO ... 119.00 TYPE C—98 REDONDO ... 129.00 BLACK ACE—93 OR 98 98....... ....... 149.00

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BABOLAT B ABOLA AT DRIVE LADY LAD DY ......................... 59.00 * PROPULSE SE 2—MEN.......... 109.00 * PROPULSE SE 2—LADIES ..... 104.00 COURT 3-MEN .. 49.95 PURE ALLL COURT * TEAM ALLL CT REVERSE-M 89.00 * TEAM ALLL COUR COURTT 4—M .... 89.00 TEAM CLA CLAY AY COURT COURT 4—M .. 89.00 * TEAM LAD DY 3 ...................... 85.00 LADY

K K-SWISS APPROACH—MEN CH MEN .............. 59.95 CH—MEN 59 95 CLASSIC LUXUR LLUXURY RY EDITION EDITION-M -M . 64.95 CLASSIC LUXUR LLUXURY RY EDITION EDITION-L -L .. 59.95 * DEFIER DS—MEN/LADIES D . 94.99 DEFIER RS—M/L R ................. 79.99 DEFIER MI MI SOUL TECH-M/L .109.99 . 109.99 GRANCOU URT—M/L ............. 39.95 GRANCOURT—M/L GLACIA GLACIATOR ATOR OR IV—M/L ......... 104.99 GLACIA ATOR TO OR SCD—M/L ....... 84.99 GLACIATOR K-FORCE—MEN —MEN & LADIES . 49.95 SPEEDSTER-MEN/LADIES TER-MEN/LADIES . 74.99 ST STABILOR TABILOR R SLS—M/L........... SLS—M/L........... 89.99 ULTRASCENDOR—M/L ULLTRASCENDOR ENDOR—M/L ......... 74.99 ULTRASCENDOR-MID-M/L ULLTRASCENDOR-MID-M/L ENDOR-MID-M/L .... 79.99

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AMBITION N STR 4—M/L ....... CALL N STR 5—M/L ....... 49.95 AMBITION BARRICADE DE 2—M/L ............ CALL * BARRICADE DE 5—ALL COLORS: MEN-PREVIOUS MEN-PR REVIOUS SEASON.. SEASON.. CALL MEN-CURRENT URRENT SEASON 109.95 LADIES-PREVIOUS PREVIOUS SEASON CALL LADIES-CURRENT CURRENT SEASON 104.95 * BARRICADE DE 6—MEN 6 MEN ........ 114.95 114 95 BARRICADE DE 6 ADILIBRIA-L114.95 DE TEAM—M/L .... 64.95 BARRICADE C.Y C.Y.D. .D. REFLEX-COLORS-M/L LEX-COLORS-M/L 84.95 FEA ATHER 4—MEN... CALL CLIMA FEATHER CLIMA FEA FEATHER ATHER ADILIBRIA-L BRIA-L 89.95 GE ENIUS 2—MEN ... 114.95 * CLIMA GENIUS CLIMA IVY Y 3—LADIES ........ CALL COUR DILIBRIA-LADIES. 44.95 COURTT AD ADILIBRIA-LADIES COUR DGE-COLORS-M . 44.95 COURTT ED EDGE-COLORS-M NAST TASE A MILLENNIUM-M . 46.95 NASTASE PULSE—COLORS—MEN COLORS—MEN .... 74.95 PULSE ADILIBRIA—LADIES DILIBRIA—LADIES 74.95 RESPONS RESPONSE—COLORS-M SE—COLORS-M ... 69.95 ROD LA LAVER—COLORS—M AVVER—COLORS—M R—COLORS—M .... 49.95 STAN ST AN SMITH-COLORS-M TH-COLORS-M ... 49.95 TEAM COMP—COLORS-M COM MP—COLORS-M. 79.95 TIRAND 3— —COLORS—M/L . CALL 3—COLORS—M/L

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AEROGE EL 4D 100 ................ 179.00 AEROGEL AEROGE AEROGEL EL 4D 200/200 TOUR 179.00 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 4D 300/300 TOUR 179.00 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 4D 500/500 TOUR 159.00 AEROGE EL 4D 300/500 LITE 149.00 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 4D 700 ................ 199.00 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 4D 5-FIFTY LITE 159.00 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 4D SUPERLITE ... 159.00 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 200 / 300 .............. 74.95 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 500 / 500 TOUR ..... 74.95 AEROGEL AEROGE EL 600 / 800 / 1000 . 129.00 AEROGEL

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RDIS 100—93 1000—93 OR 98 ........... 179.00 RDIS 200—98 2000—98 ......................... 19.00 RDIS 2000 LIGHT—98 ........... 179.00 RDIS 300—100 3000—100 ..................... 169.00 RDS 001 001-90/98 1-90/98 (NO COVERS).. COVERS).. 89.00 RDS 002 002—98 2—98 ........................ 149.00 RDS 0022 TOUR—98 ............. 149.00 RDS 003 003—100 3—100 (NO COVERS)... 89.00 RQIS 1 TOUR—95 T RQIS ................ 109.00 T RQIS 1 TOUR XL: COMP P LITE—95................ LITE—95................ 179.00 TEAM LITE—100 .............. 179.00 RQIS ....................... 169.00 RQIS 2 TOUR T RQIS 10—102 10—102 ......................... CALL RQIS 30—102 30—102 ......................... 99.00 50—105 105 ......................... 85.95 85 95 RQIS 50—105 S-FIT 1—100 1— —100......................... 199.00 S-FIT 1 LIGHT—100 L ............. 199.00 S-FIT 3—105 3— —105......................... 209.00 S-FIT 5—112 5— —112......................... 219.00

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C CARTS ARTS EZ TRAVEL TRA AVEL (150 BALLS BALLS)) .. 119.95 TRA AVEL (220 BALLS) ........ 174.95 TRAVEL BRUTE TEACH (325 BALLS) .. 159.95 ON-COUR RT/OFF-COURT: ON-COURT/OFF-COURT: COACH’S (250) .............. 163.95 DELUXE CLUB (325) ..... 173.95 MINI COACH’S (150) ..... 133.95 SPECIAL! SPE CIAL! WILSON HOPE 75 BALL PICK-UP ............ ............14.95 14.95 TENNIS BALL TUBE 18 BALLS ............................ 22.95

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WILSON ADVANTAGE ADV VANTTAGE CT 4—M/L ...........32.95 ........... 32.95 95 HOPE—LADIES .................... 39.95 95 HOPE INTRIGUE—LADIES.. 49.95 95 PRO STAFF STAFF FURY Y—M/L ..... 49.95 95 FURY—M/L PRO STAFF STAFF LEA ATTHER-M/L . 50.00 00 LEATHER-M/L PRO STAFF STAFF MESH—MEN ... 42.95 95 PRO STAFF STAFF OPEN—M/L ..... 54.95 95 95 * TOUR 2—MEN ..................... 59.95 TOUR SPIN—COLORS-M/L CALL LL TOUR STRIKE-COLORS-M . 80.00 00 TOUR VISION-COLORS-M/L VISION-COLORS-M/L100.00 100.00 00 * TRANCE STRIKE—MEN ...... 90.00

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PENN REG./HEA REG./HEAVY AVY DUTY 12 CANS CANS 28.50 24 CANS CANS 55.98 HIGH HIGH ALTITUDE AL LTITUDE TITUDE ANS 14.98 6C CANS PINK X-DUTY ANS 12.75 4C CANS

WILSON REGULAR RE GULAR ANS 56.98 24 C CANS SPECIAL! SPE CIAL! X-DUTY 24 CANS CANS 53.98 HIGH AL HIGH ALTITUDE LTITUDE TITUDE 6C ANS 15.50 CANS

PRACTICE PRA CTICE 24 CANS CANS WILSON ....... .......48.98 48.98 DUNLOP ......45.98 ......45.98 PENN COACH COACH ..44.98 ..44.98 XX XX ... 39.98 PENN XXX ...39.98

PREMIUM DUNLOP ALL SURF SURFACE FA A CE OR HARD COURT COURT A-PLA AYER A-PLAYER ANS 17.94 6C CANS 24 C CANS ANS 64.99 G RAND PRIX GRAND 12 C CANS ANS 28.50

GAMMA PRO TOUR REG./X-DUTY REG./X-DUTY 6 CANS CANS 17.75

PENN ATP A TP RE REG./X-DUTY G./X-DUTY 12 CANS CANS 28.98 ATP A TP RE REG./X-DUTY G./X-DUTY CAN 4 PER CAN 6 CANS CANS 18.98 RADICAL 2-TONE RADICAL 6 CANS CANS 15.98 TIT TANIUM X-DUTY TITANIUM 12 CANS CANS 29.98

PRINCE TOUR RE REG./X-DUTY G./X-DUTY 6C CANS ANS 16.50

WILSON HOPE— PINK 4 CANS CANS 9.95

HEAD * EXTREME PRO—LADIES .... 89.95 95 * IMPULSE—MEN .................. 59.95 95 * PRESTIGE PRO—M/L ......... 99.95 95 * RADICAL PRO—MEN .......... 89.95 95 * SPEED PRO—M/L ............. 109.95 95 * 6 MONTH L LTD. TD. WEAR R SHOE GUARANTEE

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WILSON U.S. OPEN HARD—GRASS HARD—GRASS C LA AY/INDOOR CLAY/INDOOR 12 C CANS ANS 32.98 HI GH AL LTITUDE TITUDE HIGH ALTITUDE 6C ANS 16.50 CANS

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BAG OF 18 ...................11.98 B ................... 11.98 MICRO-X: B BUCKET 48 BALLS...... 39.98 ......39.98 3-P PACK—4 BOXES ...... 19.75 3-PACK—4 ......19.75 WILSON BUCKET 72 BALLS BAG OF 18 .................. 14.95 YELLOW ..................117.98 .................. 117.98 2-TONE ................... ...................117.95 117.95 BOX OF 48 .................. 38.95 BAG OF 90 .................. 64.95

PENN BAG OF 18 .................. 13.98 BUCKET 48 BALLS..... 41.00

GAMMA BAG OF 18 ..................14.95 .................. 14.95 BAG OF 60 2-TONE ....59.98 .... 59.98

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