For tennis players ranging from 3.5 to 4.5 skill levels, finding the perfect racket can significantly enhance their game. I should know, I’m in this range! These players possess a solid foundation of skills and are seeking rackets that can complement their style of play while offering control, power, and maneuverability. In this blog, we’ll delve into five top-tier rackets tailored for intermediate to advanced players: the Babolat Pure Aero, Babolat Pure Strike 98 16×19, Wilson Blade 98 16×19 v9, Head Radical MP 2023, and Yonex Vcore 100. Each of these rackets brings unique characteristics to ..read more

Daniela Hantuchova was one of the most popular players in the last 20 years. She was tall, graceful, and tactical. She had great touch at the net which led to even greater success in doubles. Although she had a fantastic career, with a career-high of #5 in singles and doubles to go along with 7 titles in singles and 9 in doubles, it was at Indian Wells where she shone the brightest. Hantuchova raised the Indian Wells crown twice in her career, in 2002 and in 2007. Both those years saw Hantuchova finish the year ranked in the top 10 in the world. In 2002 she was an improbable champion. She came ..read more

After a long and difficult year and a half to clear her name. Simona Halep will be back at the 2024 Miami Open. Haven’t played a competitive match since 2022 it will be interesting to see how she fares against the new women at the top. While Halep was gone, Sabelenka, Swiatek, and Rybakina have established themselves at the very top of the WTA as the women to beat. It’s not as if Halep has been sitting around for the better part of the last year and a half. I follow her on Instagram and she’s been training as hard as ever, always confident that the courts would rule in her favor. The gritty Ro ..read more

In the history of tennis, few players have left as indelible a mark as John McEnroe. Known for his fiery temper, unparalleled skill, and uncanny court presence, McEnroe dominated the tennis scene in the late 1970s and 1980s. Like many of his contemporaries, his journey to greatness was punctuated by fierce and entertaining rivalries, each contributing to the rich tapestry of his career. Bjorn Borg – The Ice Versus Fire Showdown: McEnroe’s rivalry with the cool, composed Bjorn Borg electrified tennis courts around the world. Their clash in the 1980 Wimbledon final is etched into tennis lore. In ..read more

If you read our blogs, it’s no secret I’m a big Babolat supporter. I love their rackets, their shoes, and their attire. I think it’s a fantastic brand. I’ve also converted my kids to Babolat. They both play with the Aero and absolutely love them. Don’t just take it from me though, Rafa Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz have been wielding Babolat rackets for years, showcasing the brand’s enduring legacy and commitment to excellence. Their success on the court serves as a testament to the performance and reliability of Babolat tennis rackets. I recommend these rackets to players of all levels and all age ..read more

Through the decades, we have witnessed how great Argentinian tennis has been. From Guillermo Vilas to Gabriela Sabatini and all the way to Juan Martin del Potro, Argentina has always been firmly on the tennis map. However, in the last few years, it has only been one person carrying the torch for Argentinian tennis. That man has been Diego Schwartzman. That is no longer the case. Because although Diego is struggling to get wins on the ATP as of late, a bunch of his countrymen are picking up the slack. On the men’s side, Argentina finds itself with three men in the top 30. Led by Francisco Cerun ..read more

Dear Nick, Tennis needs you. We realize you have all these talents off the tennis court. Most recently you’ve proven yourself to be an insightful and entertaining tennis commentator, talk show host, and many other things. All that is fine and great, and we’d love you to keep doing that. However, we also really miss you on the tennis court. Your passion, shot-making, once-in-a-generation serve, and tweener production is the reasons you have millions of fans around the world. Even your pro peers consistently tell you that they miss you. So, what’s the holdup, Nick? Let’s get back on the tennis c ..read more

A player that doesn’t get enough credit in the conversation of all-time greats is Pete Sampras. We’ve been so obsessed with Federer, Nadal and Djokovic, that we forget Pete Sampras won 14 Grand Slams before he retired at age 32. Had he continued for four more years, who knows how many more he could have won. Djokovic has won 9 Grand slams past the age of 32. Federer won three more grand slams past the age of 32 and Nadal won five grand slams past the age of 32. Pete Sampras could have easily won another five Grand Slams if he chose to continue to dedicate his life to professional tennis. He wa ..read more

2024 Wilson Racket Guide: A Journey through Wilson’s Legacy and Iconic Racket Models In the illustrious world of tennis, few names carry as much weight as Wilson. Established in 1913, Wilson Sporting Goods has evolved into a powerhouse synonymous with quality and innovation in tennis equipment. From the legendary Chris Evert and Pete Sampras to modern maestros like Stefanos Tsitsipas and the iconic Roger Federer, Wilson rackets have graced the hands of champions for decades. Wilson’s rich history in tennis dates back over a century. Chris Evert, one of the greatest female players of all time ..read more

For almost a whole year, Emma Raducanu has been working to come back from injury. The last time she played was at the Stuttgart Open in April of 2023. At that tournament, she was crushed by Jelena Ostapenko in the first round 6-2, 6-1. Injuries have plagued the young British star throughout her short career, and especially after her surprise US Open win in 2021 at the tender age of 18. Since then, the expectations and the injuries have worked against the talented Raducanu. Good for her for finally going under the knife to address some of the issues she had been having. So, now that she seems h ..read more