Bigger Better Tennis - Paul Dale

Why Elite Players Depend Mostly on Defence (And Win More Matches) By Paul Dale | The 3AM Method The Hidden Truth About Success in Professional Tennis Picture a tennis iceberg. Above the waterline— the crushing forehand winners, explosive serves, and down-the-line winners  that make highlight reels. But beneath the surface lie the most significant parts of your game that determine your wins and losses: keeping good depth on the ball during the rally , great anticipation, consistent return of serve, low unforced error rate, and the unglamorous art of staying in points. Here's the truth about achieving wins in high-level elite tennis: Winning is less about the 40% offensive part of your game—and more about the 60% defensive effort you put in. The Professional Tennis Reality Check Let me pose a question that should reshape your tennis coaching strategy: If your player were stepping onto the court tomorrow to face Jannik Sinner, what aspect of their game would you prioritise toda...