Showing titles in Tennis

In the 2008 Wimbledon men's final, Center Court was a stage set worthy of Shakespearean drama. Five-time champion Roger Federer was on track to take his rightful place as the most dominant player in the history of the game. He just needed to cling to his trajectory. So in the last few moments of daylight, Center Court witnessed a coronation. Only it wasn't a crowning for the Swiss heir apparent but for a swashbuckling Spaniard.

Roger Federer is not only one of the greatest tennis players ever to pick up a racket - if not the greatest - but he is one of the global icons of our time. Characterised by a mixture of passion and calmness, a fierce competitor with a regal bearing, he is both an athlete and an ambassador, a street fighter and a statesman. But who is he really? This acclaimed biography, first published in 2006 and now fully updated in its ninth edition, traces Federer's life and career, from his first tentative swings with a racket to legendary status.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of tennis superstar Andy Murray. If you're reading this, then you must be a fan of Andy, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Andy is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of his generation, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him compete throughout his young career.

This book draws on the insights of professional tennis to create the ultimately profound CEO’s Guide to Tennis. For players who have been brushed aside in tennis due to their age and late start (aka the late bloomer), this guide discloses in full detail how to have modern tennis technique with Vincent Simone, the "Tennis Doctor" as your teacher.

Nel corso degli anni, Federer ha fatto sembrare il tennis uno sport straordinariamente semplice: cesellando rovesci, volteggiando per colpire di dritto, saltando per uno smash, ha incantato il mondo per l'eleganza dei suoi gesti atletici e ha ridefinito il concetto di bellezza. Ma la strada che lo ha portato a diventare il numero 1 al mondo non è stata affatto semplice: da adolescente lunatico e nervoso, Federer è diventato un campione di autocontrollo, un esempio di sportività e lealtà in un mondo – quello del tennis – dominato dal cinismo.

Two friends discuss coaching high performance tennis.

"Roger Federer Audio Biography" is a captivating podcast that delves into the extraordinary life and career of the legendary tennis player, Roger Federer. Through in-depth interviews, historical accounts, and expert analysis, this podcast offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of Federer's journey from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the greatest athletes of all time. Listeners will be taken on a remarkable journey, learning about the challenges, triumphs, and the enduring impact of this remarkable individual who has inspired millions around the world.For more info go to ...

Dive into the extraordinary life and career of Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis legend widely regarded as the greatest of all time. Novak Djokovic - Biography Flash delivers a comprehensive biography of the man who holds a record 24 Grand Slam singles titles, 101 ATP singles titles, a record 428 weeks at world No. 1, and the coveted Career Golden Slam after his triumphant Olympic gold medal victory in Paris 2024. From his childhood in Belgrade training at age four during the Yugoslav Wars to his rise as part of the iconic Big Three alongside Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, this podcast ...

In this fascinating collection of interviews from the BBC radio and TV archive, Martina Navratilova talks about her life and career as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. The interviews included are: BBC Radio interview (first broadcast 1 June 1978, featuring Gerald Williams); BBC...

In 2011, Venus was diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease which causes uncomfortable symptoms such as dry eyes and mouth, achiness and fatigue. But the diagnosis did not hold her back - in fact, she grew wiser and stronger. Venus has always believed that it shouldn't be hard to be healthy, which is why in STRIVE, she introduces listeners to the strategy that has allowed her to reach any goal she has ever set for herself much faster with less effort or stress.

For much of the past decade, William Skidelsky has not been able to stop thinking about Roger Federer, the greatest and most graceful tennis player of all time. It's a devotion that has been all-consuming. In Federer and Me, Skidelsky asks what it is about the Swiss star that transfixes him, and countless others. He dissects the wonders of his forehand, reflects on his rivalry with Nadal, revels in his victories and relives his most crushing defeats. But this is more than just a book about Federer.

A practical guide on how to win more matches by becoming a more efficient and effective competitor. As a tennis player you have the ability to play better matches and win more of them. The Art of Winning Tennis gives you a system to improve. We start with the individual game of the set itself. Our system looks at how you move better physically and mentally from shot to shot and point to point.

Discover the winning secrets of top professional tennis players...and finally do some winning yourself! Have you just started learning how to play tennis? Worried about looking like a fool on the court, barely able to win a single point? If you’re serious about improving your game and being able to play toe-to-toe against seasoned players, here’s the perfect solution for you. This audiobook for new tennis players will provide you with all the knowledge you need to not just play the game...but excel in it.

Rafael Nadal, der sechs Jahre lang die Weltrangliste anführte, ist der ungekrönte König des Sandplatztennis und einer der wenigen Tennisspieler, die alle vier Grand-Slam-Turniere gewannen. In seiner Autobiografie enthüllt der bedeutendste Tennisspieler seiner Generation, was ihn zum Champion werden ließ. Von seiner Kindheit in Mallorca über die Zeit als vielversprechendes Nachwuchstalent bis zum denkwürdigen Wimbledon-Sieg 2008 gegen Roger Federer, den John McEnroe als "das größte Tennismatch, das je gespielt wurde" bezeichnete.

This book, Winning at Tennis by Ernest Solivan, is a performance enhancement audio series designed to help tennis players overcome mental and physical obstacles that hinder their success.

This biography provides a comprehensive overview of Andy Murray's life and career. It covers his early years in Dunblane, Scotland, his rise through the tennis ranks, and his major achievements, including three Grand Slam titles, two Olympic gold medals, and reaching world No. 1. The article details Murray's playing style, his significant matches, and his impact on British tennis. It also touches on personal aspects of his life, including his family background, marriage, and children. The biography addresses the challenges Murray faced, particularly his hip injury and subsequent comeback, and ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER NAMED A BEST BOOK OF 2025 BY * THE NEW YORKER * NPR * TOWN & COUNTRY * The story of Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, and their epic rivalry, as told by "the best tennis writer in America" (Brian Phillips, The Ringer). For more than two decades, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and...

In Rafael Nadal: The Inspiring Story of One of Tennis' Greatest Legends, you will learn the incredible story of one of tennis' best players, Rafael Nadal. For the last two decades, three men have dominated the game of tennis: Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Rafael Nadal. Nadal will likely go down as the greatest clay-court player to ever grace the court.

Christine Evert, born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is an American former professional tennis player. One of the most successful players of all time, she was ranked as the world No. 1 in women's singles by the Women's Tennis Association for 260 weeks, and finished as the year-end No. 1 five times. Alongside Martina Navratilova, vert dominated women's tennis from the mid-1970s to the mid-'80s. In the following audio clips from 1971, Evert is interviewed prior to the US Open by Howard Cosell at the tournament, and then after her return home after her loss to Billy Jean King at the Open.

Three tennis fans turned friends turned podcasters talk tennis (+ other sports and random things) Every week we discuss topics we want a break(point) from (get it?). We also highlight key stats in How's Stat?, we give an update on how our favourite players are doing in Love Watching, share things we found fun or interesting in Check This Out, and the crowd-favourite segment Was This Trophy Worth It? where we debate which trophies in tennis are worth fighting for. Join the conversation! (If you're only interested in F1, follow us on Give Me A BRAKE [F1 Podcast])