“That was just the motivation I needed”: Serena Williams reveals how bad experience in first relationship helped her achieve incredible success

Serena Williams, a titan of tennis and one of the greatest athletes ever, recently shared a surprising source of her motivation: a sour first love. In an ESPN documentary, she confessed to being “ghosted” by her early twenties boyfriend. While acknowledging it wasn’t a serious relationship, the experience lit a fire under her. “I took…

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Finding Victory in the Grit: Lessons from Brad Gilbert

Tennis legend Brad Gilbert, coach of the rising star Coco Gauff, champions an unconventional approach to success: “winning ugly.” This philosophy goes beyond flawless technique, focusing on the mental grit and strategic savvy needed to secure victory even when your game isn’t at its peak. For many, tennis is a pursuit of aesthetic perfection. Powerful…

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Coco Gauff told she allowed ‘coaching to consume all her focus’ as struggles against top-20 players are highlighted

Coco Gauff, the prodigious American tennis talent, has been the subject of intense scrutiny ever since she burst onto the scene as a 15-year-old sensation at Wimbledon in 2019. As she continues her journey in professional tennis, Gauff has faced a blend of high expectations and inevitable growing pains. Recently, she was told that she…

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Swiatek doesn’t plan to miss Wimbledon to prepare for Olympics on clay says coach

Polish tennis star Iga Swiatek has made headlines with her coach’s revelation that she does not intend to skip Wimbledon in favor of preparing for the Olympics on clay courts. Swiatek’s decision showcases her dedication to competing at the highest level across different surfaces and prioritizing her participation in prestigious tournaments.   Wimbledon, known for…

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