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The Rafa Swinging Forehand

Do you ever wonder what to do with those high floaters in the middle of the court? I mean should you volley it in to be safe or whale away? Today I am going to show you what Rafa Nadal would do and how you can use this shot in your game.

So choice A is to volley it with a punch. Do you think Rafa would choose choice A? Maybe sometimes but most of the time he would…

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Added by Peter Freeman on February 18, 2014 at 5:00am — No Comments

First Reaction

Many players react by separating the hands and moving the racquet first, losing valuable time to reach a distant ball.

It is best to keep the non-playing hand on the racquet, so you make with your torso (and…

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Added by Oscar Wegner on August 28, 2013 at 12:00pm — 1 Comment

Roger Federer Can't Beat Rafael Nadal

Rafa beats Roger Again

Another classic match between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. If you are a Roger fan though it is the same old story close but no cigar. The two are so evenly matched and it really produces high drama scintillating tennis.

This match again had everything!!! Amazing points, huge momentum swings, and…

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Added by Peter Freeman on January 26, 2012 at 9:30am — 2 Comments

How to Prepare Like a Gunslinger: Lesson on Forehand Topspin

Do you want a forehand like Rafa, The Djoker, or Federer? Well I have some good news for you! If you truly want a strong forehand like the pros you can develop one. Of course I can't promise you that your shot will be as strong as their shot, after all they are some of the greatest players of all time.

What I can promise however, is that with hard work and a lot of…

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Added by Peter Freeman on December 20, 2011 at 5:31am — 2 Comments

The Top 3 Men on the ATP Tour will be showing their stuff in Cincy on Thursday

Lots of anticipation leading into the US Open and all eyes are glued on World No.1 Novak Djokovic, the man that can do no wrong or at least can only win.  Rafael Nadal had a handful against the French qualifier but tomorrow will need more to beat a top 10 player such as Fernando Verdasco even though he has a perfect 11-0 record against him.  Novak should have an easier day as he faces a qualifier but this qualifier has been in the top ten himself so Novak better not count out Radak Stepanek…

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Added by patrick m on August 18, 2011 at 3:28am — No Comments

And while the King was looking down...

Added by Mark / The Mayor on July 1, 2011 at 10:05pm — 2 Comments

Tennis Season: A Monthly Review of 2010 (Part 4)

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Added by Tennis News on July 15, 2010 at 5:53pm — No Comments

Tennis Season: A Monthly Review of 2010 (Part 3)

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Added by Tennis News on July 14, 2010 at 10:00pm — No Comments

Toas Berdych: Reborn at 24

At 24, Tomas Berdych is enjoying the best phase of his career. Seven years after turning professional on the ATP circuit with a momentary elevation in form that resulted in a Masters event in Paris in…
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Added by TennisEarth on July 7, 2010 at 12:22pm — No Comments

2010 Wimbledon - Surprise to Supremacy

Another Grand Slam fortnight witnessed a successful finish with some of the best tennis players (ever) walking away with the silverware. Despite it's completion, the magic of Wimbledon will continue to enthrall the fans in the form of fond memories that will be long cherished.

It is…

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Added by TennisEarth on July 4, 2010 at 2:32pm — No Comments

2010 Wimbledon Men's Final Preview - Nadal vs. Berdych

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Added by TennisEarth on July 2, 2010 at 12:38pm — No Comments

2010 Wimbledon - First Week report

The first week of the Championships at Wimbledon will be remembered for the top men's struggle and the royal presence. But nothing would be as memorable as the Isner-Mahut marathon which brought major changes in the history books with record-breaking achievements.

The Championships at Wimbledon started with a bang this year when the green grass....

Read complete Week One Review,…

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Added by TennisEarth on June 27, 2010 at 3:57am — No Comments

Wimbledon's Memorable Matches - Part 1

Wimbledon has always been the place for memorable matches. From big serves combined with gliding volleys to grinding rallies mixed with massive ground strokes, the Gladiators of tennis have always been fighting wars of great proportions to prove their metal over the other on the grass courts of Wimbledon. Every match is a blend of efforts and great determination put in by the players involved. However, a few matches at Wimbledon just stand out to be the most memorable matches ever…

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Added by TennisEarth on June 20, 2010 at 9:44am — No Comments

Wimbledon Men's Preview - Federer's legacy at stake

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Added by TennisEarth on June 18, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

2010 French Open - A Fortnight Dominance and Dreams

The fortnight at 2010 French Open brought a lot of surprises and witnessed the coronation of an emotional set of champions with Spaniard Rafael Nadal re-affirming his dominance and Francesca Schiavone realising a long-yearning dream with a Grand Slam triumph on Parisian clay.

The 2010 French Open finally came to a close in sensational style when some re-affirmed their supremacy and others rejoiced in that special moment that they dreamt of all their lives. TennisEarth.com…

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Added by TennisEarth on June 6, 2010 at 2:18pm — No Comments

2010 French Open Men's Final Preview - Nadal vs. Soderling

The showdown is set at Roland Garros with the red clay's beloved 'RAFA' all set to lock horns with 'Swedish-Force' Robin Soderling. Will Soderling repeat his swashbuckling win over Nadal from last year or is it Nadal's turn to settle scores? Read on to find out....!

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Added by TennisEarth on June 4, 2010 at 1:47pm — No Comments

2010 French Open Day 11 - Predictions

Day 11 at the 2010 French Open promises to bring some really good match ups featuring names like Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams. After the unexpected exit of Roger Federer last night, the big names in the tennis world have understood the 'Power of the Underdogs'. What's in store for the fans today, let's take a look at the four quarterfinal matches to find out.

Rafael Nadal vs. Nicolas Almagro -…

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Added by TennisEarth on June 2, 2010 at 5:22am — No Comments

2010 French Open - Contender in Focus - Robin Soderling

Swede Robin Soderling seems to have made it a habit to find his penultimate form on the red clay of Paris. Last year, it was the King of Clay- Rafael Nadal, and this year- the Greatest Ever- Roger Federer. Let's take a look at Swede Robin Soderling's contendership at the 2010 French Open.…
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Added by TennisEarth on June 1, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Nadal - Exclusively left-handed for on-court Destruction

Not many people know that where Rafa's left hand does all the talking on a tennis court, it's his right hand that gets him almost every other thing in life. But inevitably, the question arises, what if Nadal was a right-hander on court too...? Wanna know, read on to find out...!…
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Added by TennisEarth on May 29, 2010 at 9:09am — No Comments

Roland Garros Men's Preview - Nadal's homecoming or Federer's revival

With every year passing, the men's event in the premier claycourt championship at Roland Garros is becoming synonymous with one name - Rafael Nadal. Despite his 2009 success, World No.1 Roger Federer is entering the competition under the shadow of the "Mighty Mallorcan." Will Federer go against the odds to pick up his 17th slam trophy or is it Rafa's turn to take the centerstage again? Read on to find out...!

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Added by TennisEarth on May 21, 2010 at 2:06pm — No Comments

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