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INVINCIBILITY LIES IN THE DEFENSE: The Sun Tzu Method for Tennis Match Preparation

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Invincibility Lies in Defence: The Sun Tzu Method for Tennis Match Preparation By Paul Dale | The 3AM Method The Three Words That Define Elite Tennis Performance Preparation, preparation, and preparation. This isn't just repetition for emphasis—it's the foundation of breakthrough tennis performance. Yet the majority of players prepare incorrectly, focusing solely on offensive power while neglecting the defensive skills that create championship-level resilience. The ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu understood something that modern tennis coaches are only beginning to grasp: "Invincibility lies in the defence; the possibility of victory in the attack." Tennis is warfare without the dire consequences after a defeat Why Traditional Tennis Preparation Fails Under Pressure Most players enter matches having practiced their forehand power, serve speed, and aggressive patterns. They've meticulously built their offensive arsenal. But when pressure mounts and...