Tag Archives: Roger Federer

Roger Federer turned the one-handed backhand into an art form – but it’s becoming obsolete

In the age of two-fisted power shots, there is no one around who can imitate Roger Federer’s magnificent backhand. More than a year after his retirement, Roger Federer remains the poster boy for tennis’ most aesthetically pleasing one-handed backhand. But it may also be the key to his downfall. When the ATP rankings were updated… Read More »

How did replacing ski slopes with tennis courts benefit Jannik Sinner?

Jannik Sinner slight favorite in the final – Reuters/Issei Kato Tennis has a new feel. His fans dress like carrots and he could easily find fame quickly on the Alpine circuit. So who exactly is Jannik Sinner? Except for the man who finally ended Novak Djokovic’s Melbourne reign after six unbeaten years. The first answer,… Read More »