Choosing the perfect tennis racket can be difficult because you’re looking for that elusive combination of feel, power and control. Your racket is an extension of your arm, literally, and it speaks to ...

Tennis season is in full swing, so whether you’re looking to get some exercise, leisurely practice your serve against a wall or enroll in a competitive game of doubles, your best bet is to start off ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tim Newcomb covers tennis gear/business, stadiums and shoe tech. Solinco, a well-known string maker but relative newcomer to ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Which racket you choose will depend on how serious you are about your new summer sport, and how often ...

Andrey Rublev’s second thought was to smash his tennis racket. His first thought? Protecting the Wimbledon grass. In a press conference after his 4-6, 7-5, 2-6, 6-7 defeat to world No 122 Francisco ...

Ed. Note: This edition of Play Smart was published in partnership with XXIO. Having a square clubface at impact is crucial if you want to hit the ball straight. If you’re a few degrees open or closed, ...

Long accepted as an entertaining idiosyncrasy of the sport, the act of hurling one’s racket has led to some close calls, as ball people and chair umpires dodge injury. By Matthew Futterman After ...