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In August 1939, Alice Marble graced the cover of Life magazine, photographed by Alfred Eisenstaedt. She was a glamorous worldwide celebrity, having that year won singles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles tennis titles at both Wimbledon and the US Open, then an unprecedented feat. Yet today one of America's greatest female athletes and most charismatic characters is largely forgotten. Queen of the Court places her back on center stage.

Pete Sampras is arguably the greatest tennis player ever, a man whose hard-nosed work ethic led to an unprecedented number one world ranking for 286 weeks, and whose prodigious talent made possible a record-setting 14 Grand Slam titles. While his more vocal rivals sometimes grabbed the headlines, Pete always preferred to let his racket do the talking. Until now.

There has never been an athlete like Serena Williams. She has dominated women’s tennis for two decades, changed the way the game is played, and - by inspiring Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff, and others - changed, too, the racial makeup of the pro game. But Williams’s influence has not been confined to the tennis court. As a powerful Black woman who struggled to achieve and sustain success, she has emerged as a cultural icon, figuring in conversations about body image, working mothers, and more.

About the Book: This book is written for tennis professionals and for those who might want to enter the field of tennis teaching and become a professional instructor or coach. Parents who want the best available instruction for their children will find this book essential for selecting the right instructor to help their child fulfill their tennis dreams and to enjoy this great game of tennis for a lifetime. If you are currently a tennis pro and not a member of a professional organization, I strongly recommend that you join either the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) or ...

When he stepped onto the Wimbledon grass in 1920, Bill Tilden was poised to become the world’s greatest tennis star. Throughout the 1920's he dominated the sport, winning championship after championship with his trademark grace, power, and intelligence. He owned the game more completely than Babe Ruth ruled baseball, making his name, for more than a decade, synonymous with tennis. This classic biography, by legendary sports writer Frank Deford, tells of Tilden’s dominance, unlike anything the sport had ever seen - and the big man’s tragic fall.

Rafael Nadal, der sechs Jahre lang die Weltrangliste anführte, ist der ungekrönte König des Sandplatztennis und einer der wenigen Tennisspieler, die alle vier Grand-Slam-Turniere gewannen. In seiner Autobiografie enthüllt der bedeutendste Tennisspieler seiner Generation, was ihn zum Champion werden ließ. Von seiner Kindheit in Mallorca über die Zeit als vielversprechendes Nachwuchstalent bis zum denkwürdigen Wimbledon-Sieg 2008 gegen Roger Federer, den John McEnroe als "das größte Tennismatch, das je gespielt wurde" bezeichnete.

Jugando Tenis para Ganar está escrito por una jugadora y entrenadora profesional de tenis. Tiene un récord ganador y te enseñará cómo triunfar. Nos da una instrucción clara en estrategias para ganar y cómo convertirse en un mejor jugador para ganar más partidos. La autora Mariana Correa es una ex jugadora profesional de tenis y una nutricionista deportiva certificada que compitió exitosamente en todo el mundo.

Every tennis player at any age and skill level wants to play high-level tennis without pains and injuries. If you strive for improvement but cannot train as hard as you wish to, because you hurt often, this is a book for you. You will find practical advice on how to adjust your training to the requirements of your body, and how to achieve maximum tennis fitness that will improve your performance. You will learn how to listen to your body, understand what your body is telling you , strengthen your weaknesses, balance your strengths, discover and correct your imbalances, prevent future ...

Aprende de los mejores con este gran libro tenis que le ayudara a ganar más partidos y pensar mejor dentro y fuera de la cancha.

Pro tennis player and coach, Joseph Correa, teaches you the most important singles and doubles tennis strategies and tactics around to help you maximize your potential. Learn from the best with this great tennis strategy book that will get you winning more matches and thinking better on and off the court. Win more matches by using the right strategy for each situation. Every player is different in their own way. Some players prefer to stay on the baseline, while others prefer to rush the net. This audiobook will give you the answer to your strategy questions.

Learn about the inspirational story of Novak Djokovic. In Novak Djokovic: A Biography of the Serbian Superstar, you will learn about the life, professional career, and accomplishments of Novak Djokovic. There were two tennis superstars who ruled the sport - and this is the story of the player who pushed them aside to dominate tennis.

When Billie Jean King trounced Bobby Riggs in tennis's Battle of the Sexes in 1973, she placed sports squarely at the center of a national debate about gender equity. In this winning combination of biography and history, Susan Ware argues that King's challenge to sexism, the supportive climate of second-wave feminism, and the legislative clout of Title IX sparked a women's sports revolution in the 1970s that fundamentally reshaped American society.

This audiobook will show you tested methods to make you psychologically strong and give you the ability to deal with any situation on the tennis court. You can take control of the moments that matter by becoming mentally strong. Master the inner game and you will master tennis and take your game to the next level.

Rafael Nadal, born on June 3, 1986, in the picturesque town of Manacor on the Spanish island of Mallorca, has become a global icon and one of the most celebrated tennis players of all time. From a young age, Nadal displayed an innate talent for the sport, which was carefully nurtured by his uncle and coach, Toni Nadal. Under Toni's guidance, Nadal rapidly developed his skills and embarked on a professional career that would redefine the landscape of tennis. Nadal's rise to prominence began with his maiden French Open victory in 2005 at the tender age of 19. This triumph marked the beginning of...

Covering the Australian Open, Wimbledon, US Open and Roland Garros. Stay up to date with the on-court action, the hot topics, and the most captivating moments in the Grand Slam Tournaments. All served with a special Aussie spin - keeping tabs on our homegrown heroes as they battle it out on the global court.

The 33 Laws of Tennis by Joseph Correa learning to master the mental side of tennis has always been a difficult part of the game. Some players have decided to simply not train mentally or simply ignore it which is a big mistake. It is said that winning in tennis is 80 - 90 % MENTAL! Just take into account that key points in a tennis match such as match point, game point, break points, and set points, are all crucial situations that can decide the outcome of any particular competition. So why do most people skip mental training?

Do you feel left out of sports due to your lack of athletic prowess? Are you tired of struggling with the basics while others enjoy the game? "Pickleball for Non-Athletes" is here to change that. "Pickleball for Non-Athletes" is your gateway to breaking down these barriers. Authored by Bob Savar, a seasoned pickleball instructor, this book is a beacon of hope for anyone who has ever felt excluded from the world of sports.Benefits Inclusive Learning: Explicitly designed for non-athletes, this book offers a welcoming approach to learning pickleball, ensuring no one feels left behind. Easy-to-...

Outras pessoas já tentaram contar essa história, pois não é sempre que o esporte tem um jogador como Roger Federer. No entanto, é a primeira vez que uma biografia teve acesso tão exclusivo ao atleta, à sua equipe de apoio e às figuras mais proeminentes do tênis, incluindo grandes rivais, como Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic e Andy Roddick.

In Beyond the Game, Komori provides a toolbox for those who aspire to lead successful teams. Coaches, he says, strive to improve themselves first, to provide a foundation for instilling greatness in others. Smart coaches pay attention to what Komori calls the Three Cs of Leadership: Choices, Communication, and Culture. Komori also teaches the Six Keys for Peak Performance and how to focus on and apply these areas to achieve the most and excel in life. He offers advice in direct, straightforward terms and draws examples from his decades as a championship-winning tennis coach.

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