Hip surgeons Winston Kim and Adam Hoad-Reddick explain the challenges posed by a 32-year-old returning from an operation that is mostly done on over-50 year olds."My hip was always on my mind because every single step I took was painful. I don’t think I realised how much it was affecting my general well-being and happiness." That’s how Andy Murray described the worst 18 … [Read more...]
Wilson Clash Racquet Paintjob
If you have been paying attention to the tennis racquets of 2019, you know that the Wilson Clash is the hottest item out there right now. But the question still remains, "What is the Wilson Clash Racquet Paintjob going to look like?"Well, the Clash racquet paintjob hasn't officially been released by Wilson but pros at the 2019 Australian Open that are playing with this … [Read more...]
Bouchard Wimbledon Tweet
I don't really even know where to begin with this Bouchard Wimbledon tweet. I'm a little irked really, with pure absurdity from her tweet after her first round match. Don't worry, I'll get to exactly what she said in a moment. Bouchard Wimbledon Tweet The Canadian struggled in her second round match against Ashleigh Barty (WTA Rank #17) from Australia and yet was still unable … [Read more...]
Tennis Ball Kids
Without the tennis ball kids, tennis would be a bit slower paced; however, the tennis ball kids have turned into a modern day tennis servant. As Wimbledon gets underway, I have seen some atrocious behaviors from the tennis players towards the tennis ball kids. They're, now, so much more than ball kids. Tennis Ball Kids: What is their job? Interestingly enough, their job is … [Read more...]
New ProStaff RF 97
Wilson Advisory Staff Member and tennis icon Roger Federer and Wilson Sporting Goods Co., revealed today the new ProStaff RF 97 Autograph racquet. The new racquet, with the addition of vibrant, yet elegant, classic white accents at the three and nine o’clock positions, introduces the design concept of performance-enhancing graphics to the brand’s performance rackets. Wilson … [Read more...]
Federer to Uniqlo
Federer to Uniqlo UPDATE: Confirmed! Well, turns out, Federer did actually sign a ridiculous contract with Uniqlo. Federer to Uniqlo has happened at the start of the 2018 Wimbledon Championships. Uniqlo announced it via their Instagram account:UNIQLO is honored to welcome Roger Federer as our new Global Brand Ambassador. “Mr. Federer is one of the greatest … [Read more...]
Nadal Complaints French Open
More of Nadal complaints, this time from the 2018 French Open. Which you would think he wouldn't since he holds this tournament in the most dominant of fashions. The Spaniard has won in Paris, a record, 10 times. Something that no other player has ever done, nor will ever do again (at least in my lifetime). While it is an incredible achievement, Nadal complaints are rather … [Read more...]
Serena Williams French Open Seeding
A 2018 Serena Williams French Open appeance is actually happening. After having given birth to her daughter, Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. born in late 2017, Serena Williams hadn't played much tennis. Only having made 2 tournament appearances in 2018. Indian Wells, where she lost to fellow countrywoman and sister, Venus Williams in the third round. Williams followed up Indian … [Read more...]
Hyeon Chung to Asics Tennis Shoes
Hyeon Chung to Asics tennis shoesHyeon Chung is certainly getting a lot of attention in 2018; with an outstanding performance at the 2018 Australian open. Having reached the Semi Finals, where he faced Roger Federer but ultimately withdrew due to injury. Followed up later that year with a quarter final appearance at the BNP Paribas Open, where he lost to Roger Federer. Had … [Read more...]
Federers New 2018 Racquet
Update: Federer's New 2018 Racquet(Check out what Roger Federer says @ 3:40)UPDATE: Federer's New ProStaff RF 97 has been released...read moreIt's about time Federer's New 2018 Racquet gets brought up in conversation! Roger Federer is skipping the clay season, for whatever reason but that's not stopping him from practicing. Ron Yu, Federer's tour stringer, from … [Read more...]