Before the match · 3 min read
Pre-match checklist
The match starts before you step on court: opponent, plan A and B, gear and warm-up.
Checklist
- Opponent: how do they play? Which shot do they like? Which do they avoid? (check your notes from previous matches in the app).
- Plan A: your main pattern. Plan B: what you change if it doesn’t work.
- Gear: 2 strung rackets, grips, water, something to eat, cap, towel.
- Hydration: start hydrated; drink at every changeover.
- 10–15 min physical warm-up before hitting.
Winning Ugly, ch. 1–2.