Served with Andy Roddick FAN Q&A: Handling Nerves, Longer Grass Season, The Future of Tennis, & More
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Jul 22, 2025 Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim tackle nerves in tennis, sharing tips to keep anxiety at bay. They discuss the future of men's tennis while considering if women should play best of five sets. Highlights include Venus Williams’ return to action and Holger Rune’s coaching partnership with Andre Agassi. They joke about the benefits of a longer grass season, coupled with light-hearted debates on sports rivalries. Expect personal anecdotes and insights into modern training, all wrapped in an engaging Q&A format!
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Longer Grass Seasons Aid Predictions
- Longer grass court seasons would provide larger sample sizes for more accurate Wimbledon predictions.
- Current indoor fast courts differ greatly and don't provide a reliable substitute for extensive grass court play.
Overcoming Match Nerves
- To overcome nerves when competing, focus on routines that control breathing, light footwork, and bigger, less risky shot selections.
- Find a defender among spectators you trust to focus on instead of being overwhelmed by watchers.
Managing Match Nerves Effectively
- Don't treat nerves as a negative; everyone experiences them, including top players like Sinner.
- Use rituals, control your breath and footwork, and take aggressive swings to bigger court areas to manage nerves.