Tennis dates all the way back to 12th century France and is played by millions all over the world today. It wasn’t until the 1960s that the sport achieved massive growth as a participant and spectator sport when major championships were opened. Television broadcasts began in the 70s. Innovations in fashion and equipment as well […]
Roger Federer’s Clay Court Return Nears – Is It A Good Idea?
Very soon, Roger Federer will make his return to clay courts. Having skipped the last two clay court seasons entirely in the name of preserving his health and prolonging his career, Federer made the somewhat surprising decision to compete this year, and will begin doing so at the Madrid Open in May – likely in […]
Andy Murray Breaks the Vicious ‘No Pain No Gain’ Culture through Early Retirement
Many times, athletes are driven into a narrative where their sports takes over everything, even to harm their health as well as rid them of future happiness. Andy Murray’s recent press conference while at the Australian Open, from where he made public his retirement plans; highlights two important things. Retirement A Painful Process But Necessary […]
US Open to recognize ‘art courts’ projects creators on Sunday
Several of the artists who created iconic tennis court designs as part of the US Open, USTA Foundation and Chase ‘Art Courts’ project commemorating the 50th anniversary of the US Open will be recognized inside Arthur Ashe Stadium during Sunday’s day session, with the below video of each court project’s transformation playing on the big […]
Victoria Azarenka and Amanda Anisimova in a New York Minute
New York City comes with plenty of hustle and bustle, so this week OutsidetheBall.com joined Victoria Azarenka and US Open wildcard, Amanda Anisimova, for a fast paced Q&A. From the Loews Regency Hotel, host Mayleen Ramey asked which song came to mind when they thought about the Big Apple and their answers may surprise you. Amanda felt […]
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