Twenty years ago, regular tennis matches consisted of the best two of three sets with the twelve point breaker played whenever a set reached six games all.
Responding to the hurry up pedal to the mettle world we live in, tennis changed. The third set is now, very likely, a ten point match tie breaker.
Tournament directors love it and many players rightfully believe that the change has been detrimental to the game.
Whichever camp you’re in, one thing is true for all tie breakers. A player or team must be committed to take it to the opponents. Sitting back and hoping they will crumble won’t get it done against good players.
So, if you’re wondering if you should try to control the net in your next doubles breaker…just remember this picture. The first eagle to pounce on its prey smiles for the rest of the day.
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