Answer for mental-strength-in-approaching-competitive-games

Hey Edward,

Yes many players find that it’s difficult to play matches and they struggle compared to training or practice sessions. The best way to try and get past this is to really work on having a game plan and understanding your own strengths and weakness well so you can focus on what you are trying to do during the game.

Also trying to relax but thinking about what you can control and not the outcome of the match. I would suggest trying to do the basics well first, so serving short and getting in the first topspin when possible. We also have some videos on the mental aspects of the game here in the Academy so check those out in the psychological section 🙂

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