Category Archives for "Opinion"

264 FB TFP 362_ Why the Contact Point Determines Your Success in Tennis with Vesa Ponkka – From the 2021 archives

TFP 362: Why the Contact Point Determines Your Success in Tennis with Vesa Ponkka – From the 2021 archives

On Episode 359 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I’ll walk you through the 5 lessons I learned from winning the 2024 Asian Games. On the show, you’ll learn the recap of my matches, return tips, how to have consistent wins, how to reduce errors, how to utilize your strengths to win matches, and much more!I really […]

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47 FB TFP 360_ How to Develop a Great Base of Tennis Fundamentals with Steve Smith – From the 2021 archives

TFP 360: How to Develop a Great Base of Tennis Fundamentals with Steve Smith – From the 2021 archives

On Episode 359 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I’ll walk you through the 5 lessons I learned from winning the 2024 Asian Games. On the show, you’ll learn the recap of my matches, return tips, how to have consistent wins, how to reduce errors, how to utilize your strengths to win matches, and much more!I really […]

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81 FB TFP 358_ Christopher Clarey – The Long Run and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer – From the 2021 archives

TFP 358: Christopher Clarey – The Long Run and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer – From the 2021 archives

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021]On Episode 358 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with New York Times correspondent and author Christopher Clarey about his book: “The Master: The Long Run and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer.”Chris is a top international sportswriter and has been a New York […]

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41 FB TFP 354_ Q&A Mailbag — Second Serve Consistency, Doubles Movement, and Pressure Drills – From the 2021 archives

TFP 354: Q&A Mailbag — Second Serve Consistency, Doubles Movement, and Pressure Drills – From the 2021 archives

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021]On Episode 354 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn how to develop a consistent second serve, how to anticipate where your opponent’s shot is going, my favorite pressure drills, and more on this Q&A edition of the show!I receive tons of questions from […]

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57 FB TFP 353_ Vania King — Mental Health, Technical Changes, and the Spirit of Giving – From the 2021 archives

TFP 353: Vania King — Mental Health, Technical Changes, and the Spirit of Giving – From the 2021 archives

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021]On Episode 353 of The Tennis Files Podcast, former WTA pro Vania King discusses the ups and downs of a professional tennis career and her latest project Serving Up Hope.Vania reached career high rankings of #3 in the world in doubles and #50 in […]

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31 FB TFP 349_ Claudio Pistolesi — Pro Tour Secrets to Unlock Your Tennis Career - From the 2021 archives

TFP 349: Claudio Pistolesi — Pro Tour Secrets to Unlock Your Tennis Career – From the 2021 archives

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021]On Episode 349 of The Tennis Files Podcast, pro tennis coach Claudio Pistolesi reveals his top insights from over four decades of playing and coaching on the ATP/WTA Tour that will help you reach your fullest tennis potential.Claudio is the Director of the Junior […]

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3 FB TFP 348_ 9 Doubles Strategy Lessons Learned from Tri-Level Nationals

TFP 348: 9 Doubles Strategy Lessons Learned from Tri-Level Nationals

On Episode 348 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn 9 doubles strategy lessons from the Tri-Level Nationals.On the show, you’ll learn when is the best time to poach, how to play against aggressive movers, how to adjust formation and strategies, and much more!I really hope you enjoy this episode! If you learned something useful […]

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28 FB TFP 347_ Vince Van Patten — Beating John McEnroe, Winning with Confidence, and Poker Adventures

TFP 347: Vince Van Patten — Beating John McEnroe, Winning with Confidence, and Poker Adventures

On Episode 347 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with Vince Van Patten about the keys to performing at the highest level as a former professional tennis player, actor, and poker player/commentator.Vince achieved a #26 ATP singles ranking and #24 doubles ranking. He reached the 3rd round of the US Open and Wimbledon in […]

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