How Do You Play Mental Games In Tennis?
Tennis is a very mental game. Any top player will tell you it is more mental than physical. If you are not focused mentally, you can lose to someone less skilled and talented than you. Here are some pointers on how to keep yourself in the match mentally and how to get your opponent mentally flustered. First of all, stay calm the whole time. Try not to show much emotion unless it is positive emotion. Getting yourself pumped up is alright, but if you get frustrated, don’t throw your racquet or yell. If your opponent hits a good shot, just acknowledge that it was a good shot. Giving a negative reaction can help your opponent build confidence. Play the momentum of the match. If you are playing very well and have the momentum, keep it up at all costs. Show position emotions. If the momentum is against you, change the tempo of the match. Take extra time between points to slow down your opponent’s momentum. Get into your opponent’s head. If they are struggling with their second serve, creep u
