Emma Raducanu just became the British number one tennis player as she made it through to the semi-finals of the
“I didn’t expect to be here at all”: Emma Raducanu just made history at the US Open
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How to start playing tennis if you’ve never held a racket before
Thinking about trying tennis but not sure how to start playing? Two experts share their top tips for beginners. Now that
How to dictate a good rally in tennis
Normally in tennis, the person who does the most running is going to lose. This is because they’re being dictated
Ace tennis facts: From the quickest serve to the fastest final
• The fastest serve ever recorded in a competitive match was Andy Roddick’s 155mph opener against a helpless Vladimir Voltchkov
Tim Adams on the role of parents in creating tennis champions
I blame the parents. The parents of British tennis players, that is. They are not crazy enough to create Wimbledon
John Henderson traces the history of tennis
1599 Tennis nut William Shakespeare gives an early version of the game a plug in Henry V. “What treasure, uncle?”
Tennis serve rules and tactics
Each point begins with a serve and, once the ball has been hit, the game has begun. To serve, stand
The markings of the tennis court explained
The markings on a tennis court show the boundaries for every shot. Glossary 1. Baseline Start each point just behind
James Lenton on choosing your tennis gear
When investing in a racket, it’s important to know what exactly you should be looking for. Think carefully about the
Step by step lessons from top Lawn Tennis Association coaches
Ooh, ahh. The crowd gasps; a mass of heads pivot as one. There’s only one thing better than watching tennis