Stuart Miller

Not All Tennis Balls Are Equal

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In tournaments, the old balls are swapped for new ones after several games. Those livelier new ones can change a player’s strategy.

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The practice was long banned, but a change in the rules has permitted hand signals and some talking.

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Games can take a long time, and players waiting to take the court for the next match have to find ways to stay sharp.

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Coaches say winning quicker rallies is crucial to winning matches. It’s “the No. 1-indicator of winning and losing.”

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It was once considered a desperate shot, but experts say it can give players an edge. Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz use it.

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It is usually the most powerful, but that greater strength may also be its greatest weakness. It can break down under pressure.

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Shot by shot, players have to decide whether to just blast away or use more finesse.

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It starts off lush, but by the second week, a lack of moisture can alter the game. Players must adjust.

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Tennis experts offer advice on how young women can improve their games and move up in the rankings.