The impact of in-game decision-making on tennis matches
Tennis is a sport that demands not only physical prowess but also sharp mental agility. While technique, endurance, and strength are...
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Tom Seabury
Jan 152 min read
Heat and fatigue
The Australian Open 2024 is up and running, and it has re-raised the topic of heat. The conditions in Melbourne on the second day's play...
Tom Seabury
Jan 122 min read
How you train is how you play
Rafael Nadal has announced his return to tennis after once again recovering from injury - cementing his reputation as one of the most...
Tom Seabury
Dec 4, 20232 min read
Why racket abuse persists on the court
Tennis (a sport synonymous with elegance and precision) often witnesses a curious display of frustration – players venting their emotions...
Tom Seabury
Oct 10, 20232 min read
The cognitive skills required in tennis
Tennis, often hailed as a game of physical prowess, is equally a battle of the mind. Behind the powerful serves and elegant volleys lies...
Tom Seabury
Sep 11, 20232 min read
The weight of a final
This weekend marked the end of the final tennis grand slam of the year. Two weeks of elite-level sport was topped off with intense finals...
Tom Seabury
Aug 31, 20232 min read
The psychology of changing court surface in tennis
This week marks the start of the US Open. In the build-up for this competition, players have had to transition from the summer grass...
Tom Seabury
Aug 11, 20232 min read
The evolution of psychology in tennis
Over the past few decades, the field of psychology has undergone a significant evolution within the realm of tennis. What was once...
Tom Seabury
Jul 10, 20232 min read
The pressure of early success
'Sometimes I wish I'd never won the US Open' - Emma Raducanu Many young athletes dream of reaching the pinnacle of their chosen sport,...
Tom Seabury
Jun 15, 20232 min read
Why do tennis players smash their rackets in anger?
As a tennis spectator, it's not uncommon to witness an eruption of frustration on the court, often resulting in a player smashing their...
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