Tennis Magazine July 2006
Click to EnlargeLearning Curve
A quarter of an hour and this six-step guide are all you need to begin developing a wicked slice serve.
BY PAT DOUGHERTY
One-Party Rule
What makes Wimbledon the king of Slams? It’s the all-time champions who dominate on the turf. This year, Roger Federer continues the tradition as he goes for his fourth consecutive crown.
BY JAMES MARTIN
Will the Champ Be Back?
The last time we saw Venus Williams at Wimbledon she was trying to jump out of Centre Court after winning her third title. Is she ready to jump back in this year?
BY CINDY SHMERLER
The Duel
Tennis is fueled by its rivalries, but the men’s game is still looking for a successor to Sampras vs. Agassi. Can Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal fill the bill?
BY STEPHEN TIGNOR
Great Shots
She forehand volleys of Billie Jean King and Amelie Mauresmo
Quick Fix
A trick that will help you soften your hands at net
Brad's Corner
What you can learn from Martina Hingis
Drill Seekers
Using a big forehand to transition to net
Professional Advice
Your questions answered
Paul's Clinic
Holding serve as a team in doubles
Tip
Advice from TENNIS.com
Gear
If you want to play a match, you need a court, an opponent, and a good can of balls. We put six varieties to the test to see how they stack up.
BY JON LEVEY
Health & Fitness
There’s no getting around it: You’re going to be in the sun this summer. Here’s how to protect your skin.
BY DANA SULLIVAN
The Tennis Life
Every four years, the “masters” of the game—its senior members—crown a world champion.
BY SUSAN SIMMONS
Court of Appeals
Rules, rules, rules
Plus
Chrissie's Page, Baseline, Scoreboard, Calendar, Rankings, My Point
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