The first and most important point of playing a match is knowing how to lose. You lose cheerfully, generously and as an athlete. It is the first great law of tennis, and the second like that of winning with humility, playfulness and generosity, as an athlete.
The point of playing the game is to win, but not to give credit to a man who doesn't win fairly and honestly. Victory is defeat if it is unfair. Again, I say winning is the goal, and to do that you have to play to the last ounce of your strength, your last gasping breath, your last bit of nerve. If you do and lose, the best wins. If you don't, you have deprived your opponent of the right to win to the best of your ability. Be fair to yourself and him.
"The game is the thing", and in the game a good loss is far more believable than an empty victory. Play tennis for the match. Play it the guys you meet, the friends you meet, and the fun you could give the crowd with the hardcore sports game you owe to their presence in the game.
Many tennis players feel they owe the public nothing and are doing themselves a favor by playing. I am of the opinion that when the crowd honors a player so much that he attends games, it is that player's duty to do his best, freely, willingly and cheerfully, because that is the only way he can return the honor conferred on him. . Today's tennis superstar owes as much to his audience as an actor owes the audience, and only by fulfilling his obligations will tennis remain in the public interest. Players get their reward in the personal popularity they gain through their conscious action.
There is another factor that is stronger than that, and that always makes for good tournament tennis. It is the spirit of competition that is the lifeblood of every true athlete: the desire to prove to himself that he can beat the best of the other; The real regret that comes when you win and you feel like the loser wasn't at his best.
The intense competitive spirit that animates the player of the match also increases the nervous tension. Tournament Committees should be aware of this and playing conditions should be about as even as time permits.
The first thing you need to keep in mind when playing a match is not to allow your opponent to play a move they like if they can be forced into a move they don't want. not. Study your opponent on and off the field. Look for a weak spot, and once you find it, pound it mercilessly. Remember that you don't decide how to attack. You decide the weakness of your opponent. If he hates meeting Netman, go online. If he wants you on the net, stay back and force him in. If he attacked fiercely, counter his attack with an equally powerful attack.
Remember that the strongest defense is the offense, because if the other guy is busy countering your attack, he will have less time to form his own system
If you're playing a guy who's too persistent, don't strive to beat him at his own game. He's better than you in many cases, so step in and tap to win. On the other hand, if you find your opponent to be wild and prone to losing, play them safe and reap the full harvest of their mistakes. It keeps you out of trouble and takes her confidence.
Above all, never change a winning game.
Always change the losing game, because you get beat that way, you're not worse off, and you might be better off with a new style.
The question of changing a losing game is a very serious one. It's hard to say exactly when you're really hit. If you feel you are playing well but lose the first set around 3-6 or 4-6, with only one serve lost, you should not switch. Your game is not really a losing game. It's just one breakdown, and you could win the next one. However, if you lost the first set in a 2v3 match with one or two matches, you are now overwhelmed and should try something else.
Take risks when you are late and never take risks when you are early. Risks are only worth the risk when you have everything to gain and nothing to lose. It can mean victory, and at least it won't precipitate defeat. Above all, don't lose your temper and trust the game. By doing so, you've given your opponent about two match points a pretty tough handicap to overcome at best.
Don't let your opponent know you're worried. Never show fatigue or pain if it can be avoided, as this only gives him confidence. Remember that he feels as bad as you do, and any signs of weakness on your part only encourage him to keep going. In other words, always keep your teeth in the game.
Don't worry. Don't worry. Luck equals long term, and worry only upsets your game without affecting your opponent. A smile wins a lot of points because it gives an impression of confidence on your part that shakes the confidence of the other guy. Fight all the time. The harder the stress, the more you have to fight, but do it easily and with pleasure and enjoy it.