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Just
like tennis pro Andy Roddick, who's pictured here smashing his racket,
we've all been frustrated about how to improve our game. We've broken it
down in 10 simple steps for every level of tennis player, including
those pros prepping for the French Open.
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This week, tennis players of all abilities will be glued to the broadcast of the French Open like a good Continental grip on their Wilsons, watching the best players in the world hit shots and slam serves with a speed that would shame most drivers on nearby autoroutes. It’s now, amid the frenzy of Grand Slam tennis, that many amateurs begin to feel a little shame in their own game, wondering why their forehand, backhand, spin, speed, or serve isn’t one-fiftieth that of top-ranked American John Isner, currently 11th in the men’s singles rankings. Okay, you’re not a pro, but there are a few simple, easy changes that amateurs can make to become better players overnight. Here, Isner’s personal coach Mike Sell, along with American pro Bradley Klahn and Matt Little, strength coach for Wimbledon champ Andy Murray, share their top tips on how amateurs can literally turn off the TV and walk out on home court stronger, more successful athletes.
Read More: https://www.si.com/edge/2014/05/23/10-ways-instantly-improve-your-tennis-game
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