| 单词 | forehand |
| 例句 | “Almost every pro in the world says that he uses his wrist to roll the racket over the ball when he hits a forehand,” Braden says. Blink 2005-01-11T00:00:00Z My forehand was relatively strong, my backhand regrettably weak. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z I tried hitting one backhand; the stroke was horrible; I returned to only whacking my forehand, my best stroke. Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography 1986-01-01T00:00:00Z And then he took after a fly on the set, trying to bat it out of the scene with some wild forehands. Whit Stillman and the Song of the Preppy 2012-03-18T05:30:57Z “Twenty years later, sometimes you look at a piece and say” — he slapped his hand to his forehand in mock agony — “‘What was I thinking?’ Masks Off, Wallets Out: Art Basel 2022 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z One thing kept her from succeeding, she later joked: her forehand. Lynn Sherr examines the public and private lives of Sally Ride 2014-05-29T04:00:00Z But, for most players, forehands write their checks. Consider the Forehand 2019-09-04T04:00:00Z He has the glory shots—a leaping scissor-kick backhand, a running forehand whip, jaw-dropping drop volleys—but they flow from that ready position. Félix Auger-Aliassime Is Trying to Stay Calm 2019-08-24T04:00:00Z Even the warm-up throws of the disc, working out the kinks of forehands and backhands, are nearly silent as we prepare to play. Urban Athlete: The Ultimate Game: Disc in Hand, Expecting to Fly 2010-07-29T21:59:00Z If tennis is your thing, here’s Serena Williams, who will share with you the secret of her cunning forehand. How to Take a Class From Serena Williams and Usher 2015-09-25T04:00:00Z Although his two-handed backhand needed work, Adam had developed a solid serve and a forehand that one of his coaches, the former college and professional player Ross Duncan, described as “pro potential, tour level.” The Unseen Student Victims of the “Varsity Blues” College-Admissions Scandal 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z But these common analogies don’t do a good forehand justice. Consider the Forehand 2019-09-04T04:00:00Z Was that really me, hitting forehands and backhands with my racket drooping on its follow-through like water-starved vegetation and stiffly moving forward to drop flat-footed volleys into the net? 2010-02-05T06:22:00Z One study of college tennis players found that their serve and forehand velocity increased when they grunted. Gym etiquette do’s and don’ts His trainer persuades him to harness those tears of rage and express them solely through forehands and backhands. Game, set and spats… a grand slam of tennis movies 2017-09-17T04:00:00Z “My forehand is pretty decent, but my backhand and my serve definitely need some attention,” she said. They Can Act. But Can They Serve? 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z I didn’t turn enough, bounced a forehand into the net and scampered back to the center of the court. 2010-02-05T06:22:00Z Her forehand was clean and metronymic, her backhand powerful and poised. The Particular Drama of Simona Halep 2019-05-29T04:00:00Z I was drawn, as usual, to their forehands. Consider the Forehand 2019-09-04T04:00:00Z “In table tennis the forehand stops in front of your face,” she said. The Little-White-Ball Obsession That Isn?t Golf 2011-06-02T19:50:15Z She doesn’t hit with a lot of spin, but she has an amazing cross-court forehand.” Tennis and Fashion: It’s a Love Match 2012-08-08T20:46:42Z He plays in the modern baseliner style: big serve, decent return, strong on both the backhand and forehand wings. Félix Auger-Aliassime Is Trying to Stay Calm 2019-08-24T04:00:00Z Mr. Ristic had him practice a typical forehand swing and Mr. McLaughlin obliged, before politely revealing that he is in fact left-handed. Caleb McLaughlin of ‘Stranger Things’ Slays Tennis Balls 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z But the National Gallery of Art show includes three or four pictures that fall into that category almost nonchalantly, like a forehand volley by Roger Federer. Review | A 19th-century painting that rivals the Mona Lisa 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z “I always think that shots really look nice when you are on the move,” he told the website Tennisworld recently, speaking of his forehand and his slice. Perspective | Why Roger Federer is the most graceful athlete of our time 2019-05-23T04:00:00Z Like when he hit a forehand cross-court passing shot as he was in the process of falling down. Rublev bloodies himself with his racket in frustration during loss to Alcaraz at ATP Finals 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Zverev overcame a scare late in the third set when he was chasing down a forehand from Alcaraz, lost his grip, slipped and fell to the court clutching his left ankle. Carlos Alcaraz loses to Alexander Zverev 6-7 (3), 6-3, 6-4 in his debut at the ATP Finals 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z Djokovic ended a close first set with a blazing forehand return winner — then flexed his right biceps and held the pose for a few moments before unleashing an authoritative fist pump. Djokovic secures year-end top ranking for a record-extending 8th time by beating Rune at ATP Finals 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z Murray trailed in the tie-break before creating a set point with a superb crosscourt forehand winner and converting his chance with a deft volley. Murray out in Basel after another gruelling contest 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z Hurkacz struck the first blow of the final with a forehand winner to break Rublev in the sixth game, which proved decisive in taking the opening set. Hurkacz beats Rublev to claim Shanghai Masters title 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Playing in her first career final, 128th-ranked Yuan showed no signs of nerves and earned a break point in Pegula’s opening service game, which the American saved with a forehand winner. Pegula beats Yuan to claim Korea Open title 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z "We didn't do anything technically with her forehand," he said. Why Gauff is 'burning so bright' after US Open win 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z The break arrived in the sixth game when Shelton made three forehand errors before sticking a volley into the net to hand over a 4-2 lead. Djokovic swats aside Shelton to reach US Open final 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z The powerful forehands that elicit gasps from the crowd. Carlos Alcaraz averts early challenge from Alexander Zverev to return to U.S. Open semifinals 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z “Every time I practice with her, she just has the ability to just hit aces and rip forehands and backhands, play a really big power game,” Pegula said. Pegula outlasts Svitolina at the US Open and will face fellow American Keys in the fourth round 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z When Djokovic halfheartedly pushed a forehand return long to end the second set, the match was 1 hour, 33 minutes old, and everything was going Djere’s way. Novak Djokovic comes back after dropping the first 2 sets to beat Laslo Djere at the U.S. Open 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z She has better footwork on her forehand and is not afraid to go for that shot. Coco Gauff picks up her 13th win in 14 matches to stay on course to meet Iga Swiatek at the US Open 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z He saw Djokovic push a forehand wide on match point and broke back to force a tie-break, only for Djokovic to ramp up the intensity again before taking his second match point. Djokovic swats aside Shelton to reach US Open final 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z But Boulter remained patient and was quickly able to begin executing her forehand to devastating effect. Murray wins on productive US Open day for Britons 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z She regularly posed Betova problems with her consistent returning, using the cross-court forehand in particular to good effect in a smart tactical performance. Britain's Miyazaki wins on US Open debut 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Djokovic broke to begin the fourth, using his trademark defensive skills to prolong a point until snapping a forehand winner as Djere lost his footing. Novak Djokovic comes back after dropping the first 2 sets to beat Laslo Djere at the U.S. Open 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z Her forehand was up to the task, even as Andreeva repeatedly went after that side, something Gauff has referred to as the old “playbook” against her. Coco Gauff picks up her 13th win in 14 matches to stay on course to meet Iga Swiatek at the US Open 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z “Hitting a serve and trying to hit a forehand winner is the only thing I was doing.” John Isner retiring from tennis after the U.S. Open 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z With a new coaching arrangement, reworked footwork on her forehand and a commitment to aggression early in points, Gauff is playing as well as anyone. US Open 2023: Coco Gauff’s improved play makes her a serious contender at Flushing Meadows 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Now if that forehand - “It’s not a secret; everybody is trying to play the forehand,” Gauff said - continues to progress from liability to asset, look out. Analysis: Coco Gauff’s Washington title shows she is ready to contend at the U.S. Open 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z Now if that forehand — “It’s not a secret; everybody is trying to play the forehand,” Gauff said — continues to progress from liability to asset, look out. Analysis: Coco Gauff’s Washington title shows she is ready to contend at the US Open 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z One big key this time was an improved forehand, long considered a weak point. Coco Gauff defeats Maria Sakkari in DC Open final for her fourth WTA singles title 2023-08-06T04:00:00Z Sakkari spread the ball around the court like a painter, wielding her forehand with touch particularly in the first and third sets. Coco Gauff, Maria Sakkari advance to D.C. Open women’s final 2023-08-05T04:00:00Z Gauff’s forehand has become more reliable, and opponents can no longer assume it’s going to falter. US Open 2023: Coco Gauff’s improved play makes her a serious contender at Flushing Meadows 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Fritz had three set points in the first, but Murray commanded his forehand deliberately and precisely in the final games and the tiebreak. Worth the wait: Taylor Fritz outlasts Andy Murray in D.C. Open marathon 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z “I know a lot of people think I need to cut my nails to help me hit a forehand better,” she said with a laugh. Analysis: Coco Gauff’s Washington title shows she is ready to contend at the US Open 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z She figured it was because she kept Sakkari from preying on her forehand. Coco Gauff defeats Maria Sakkari in DC Open final for her fourth WTA singles title 2023-08-06T04:00:00Z The dispute related to a forehand from Zhang that appeared to be in but was called out. Tennis player quits match after her opponent rubs out a ball mark with her foot in disputed call 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z He is equipped with a booming forehand and the touch to implement the softest of drop shots. Analysis: Carlos Alcaraz’s Wimbledon title shows he is exactly who everyone thought he was 2023-07-17T04:00:00Z After 1:27, two forehand errors by Fritz allowed Murray to serve out the last two points and take the set. Worth the wait: Taylor Fritz outlasts Andy Murray in D.C. Open marathon 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z “I’m like, ‘Bruh, I did try the short nails, and it did not make my forehand better.’” Analysis: Coco Gauff’s Washington title shows she is ready to contend at the US Open 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z But his forehand went into the top of the net instead of over it, allowing Alcaraz to recover. Djokovic rues missed chances after losing highly entertaining Wimbledon final in five sets 2023-07-16T04:00:00Z Alcaraz is faster and capable of more power — serves topping 130 mph, forehands topping 100 mph — but Djokovic is equipped with an abundance of talents and so much muscle memory. Alcaraz beats Djokovic in five sets for his first Wimbledon title, second Grand Slam 2023-07-16T04:00:00Z The teenager has not dropped a set this tournament and that did not look like changing as he broke in the first game of the second set with a huge forehand. Searle ends 61-year wait for British boys' champion 2023-07-16T04:00:00Z Both surgeries were to fix what she described as "floating bones", with the second operation necessary because she could not hit a forehand. Tattoo fan Vondrousova etches name into history 2023-07-15T04:00:00Z It was Riba, Gauff explained, who suggested altering her footwork to get into better position for forehands and not feeling the need to be right up on the baseline to take the ball early. Analysis: Coco Gauff’s Washington title shows she is ready to contend at the US Open 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z He cut a more composed figure after that, hitting a forehand winner through the middle to seal the break before serving out the opening set. Wimbledon title would be 'holy grail' - GB's Skupski 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z After Eubanks saved one set point with a service winner, he ceded the next by flubbing a forehand volley. Eubanks’ magical Wimbledon ends against Medvedev, who faces Alcaraz next 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z She won eight of the final nine games, mixing her drop shots and slices throughout with some hard-hitting forehands and backhands. Ons Jabeur and Aryna Sabalenka both make their way back into the Wimbledon semifinals 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z None of that helped her figure out what was wrong with her spin-heavy forehand, which accounted for 57 total errors — 28 unforced, 29 forced — and 22 winners. Svitolina has Ukraine war, her baby in mind as she beats Swiatek at Wimbledon 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z “Also, because I just started to play again, I have different pressures,” Svitolina said after kneeling down, then covering her face with her hands, when Swiatek missed one last forehand at Centre Court. 'War made me stronger': Ukrainian Elina Svitolina upsets No. 1 Iga Swiatek 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z She erased the first with a booming forehand, the second with a forceful backhand, and soon enough, Swiatek was not just back in the contest, she was controlling it. Swiatek finally reaches Wimbledon quarterfinals while Djokovic’s match gets suspended 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z She set up two match points in the next game, but sent first a backhand then a forehand long. Pegula reaches first Wimbledon quarter-final 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z She broke in the opening game of the third set when a wide-looking forehand was shown to be in by Hawk-Eye and maintained the advantage, wrapping up victory when Rogers could only net a return. Defending Wimbledon champion Rybakina avoids upset 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z The veteran showed she had lost none of her shot-making ability, using her colossal serve and forehand to good effect as she broke for a 2-0 lead. Injured Williams shows defiance to push Svitolina 2023-07-03T04:00:00Z None of that helped her figure out what was wrong with her spin-heavy forehand, which accounted for 57 errors — 28 unforced, 29 forced — and 22 winners. 'War made me stronger': Ukrainian Elina Svitolina upsets No. 1 Iga Swiatek 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z Swiatek protected that margin this time, and 23 minutes later — about an hour after being a point from losing — she was punching the air after delivering a cross-court forehand winner to end it. Swiatek finally reaches Wimbledon quarterfinals while Djokovic’s match gets suspended 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z Pliskova, who has struggled for consistency over the past year, was annoyed by a Kasatkina forehand that was not called out at a decisive point in the third set. Gauff thrashes Burrage to reach Eastbourne quarters 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Alcaraz demonstrated his ability on grass with a well-judged drop shot, a deft volley at the net, a thumping forehand winner and a huge ace as he wrapped up the first set in style. Alcaraz wins Queen's to lift first title on grass 2023-06-25T04:00:00Z By the end of a 44-minute third set, Williams’ mobility was limited and Ostapenko sealed victory with a forehand down the line. Venus Williams loses to Ostapenko at Birmingham Classic after injury concern 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z “She played with more freedom and more guts. Sometimes, she really just let go of her hand,” Swiatek said, pantomiming a forehand, “and she played really, really fast.” 'War made me stronger': Ukrainian Elina Svitolina upsets No. 1 Iga Swiatek 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z When play resumed, Watson immediately got the first set back on serve, only for Boulter, impressing with her powerful forehand shots, to regain the advantage in the ninth game before serving out the set. Boulter beats Watson to reach first WTA final 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z Serving for the second set at deuce while ahead 6-5, Muchova pushed to the net and ranged well to her right for a forehand volley. Iga Swiatek beats Karolina Muchova in the French Open final for her 3rd trophy in Paris, 4th Slam 2023-06-10T04:00:00Z After missing a forehand return to make the score 1-all, Alcaraz hopped on his left leg, then clutched his right calf. Novak Djokovic nears his 23rd Grand Slam title at the French Open after Carlos Alcaraz cramps up 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z Alcaraz, 20, hit a forehand into the net on Djokovic's second match point, bowing his head as he trudged to the net, where the third seed waited to embrace his younger opponent. Alcaraz injury helps Djokovic into French Open final 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z Galvanised, the left-hander's heavy forehand returns caused more problems for Jabeur and, able to hear the support of singing Brazilian fans, surged ahead. Swiatek beats Gauff to set up Haddad Maia semi-final 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z First she held, then she broke at love, smacking a cross-court forehand to own that set, then raising her right fist and shaking it. Coco Gauff is 0-7 against No. 1 Iga Swiatek after losing to her in the French Open quarterfinals 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Under pressure at the beginning of the second set and 2-0 down, Sabalenka raised her game to win four games in a row and sealed the match with a forehand winner. Muchova, Sabalenka reach first French Open semifinals 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z Cerundolo, who was serving at deuce, hit a forehand that skidded low at the baseline and quickly bounced a second time - which normally would have meant that the point was his. At French Open, Francisco Cerundolo is mad at chair umpire over Holger Rune’s double-bounce 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z The three-time Grand Slam champion served eight aces and only dropped one point behind his second serve throughout the match, ending the encounter with a strong serve and forehand combination. Murray returns with Surbiton Trophy win 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Jabeur, now becoming increasingly demoralised, spanked a forehand long on the second match point, leaving Haddad Maia looking flummoxed at what she had just achieved. Swiatek beats Gauff to set up Haddad Maia semi-final 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Hit a forehand passing shot down the line that appeared headed wide before curling in. Alcaraz likes to watch replays of his best shots, faces Tsitsipas at French Open 2023-06-04T04:00:00Z She tried to fight back using her powerful groundstrokes but her hopes of a comeback were dashed when she went down 4-1 in the second set after another big forehand bounced wide. Muchova, Sabalenka reach first French Open semifinals 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z At about the same time, No. 23 seed Cerundolo was saying “sorry” to apologize for the odd way his forehand made the ball skim across the clay. At French Open, Francisco Cerundolo is mad at chair umpire over Holger Rune’s double-bounce 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Ruud then improved in the last two sets and sealed the match with a forehand down the line on the first of two match points. Ruud rallies to beat Zhang at French Open ahead of all-teen showdown 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z She flubbed a forehand and rolled her eyes. Jessica Pegula, American seeded No. 3, loses at French Open to Elise Mertens 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z “Walking on the court, I really just wanted to get the angles, try to get to the net as much as possible, try to use my forehand against his,” Seybolt Wild explained. French Open’s No. 2 seed, Daniil Medvedev, loses to 172nd-ranked qualifier, Thiago Seyboth Wild 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Dimitrov dropped his first two service games in the second set, first when he forced a forehand wide then when he put a low, backhand sliced volley into the net. Unseeded Nicolás Jarry beats Grigor Dimitrov in 2 sets to win Geneva Open title 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z The Bulgarian created his match point chance against Fritz in a stunning rally, with powerful forehands and angled drop shots from both sides of the net. Dimitrov advances to first final since 2018 at Geneva Open, facing Jarry 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z When Rune’s forehand was overruled by the chair umpire and called out on Medvedev’s second championship point, Medvedev dropped down to the clay on his knees to celebrate. Medvedev makes his mark on clay by beating Rune for Italian Open title 2023-05-21T04:00:00Z At the start of the third, Rune whipped another forehand cross-court after he was stretched off the court. Rune follows up win over Djokovic by beating Ruud to reach Italian Open final 2023-05-20T04:00:00Z Djokovic committed 35 unforced errors to Rune’s 15, with 22 of those coming on his forehand. Novak Djokovic loses to Holger Rune, again, this time at Italian Open 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z “I’ve improved my forehand and my serve a lot since last year.” Granada Hills doubles duo wins City Section individual tennis championship 2023-05-16T04:00:00Z In a last-16 match pushed back to Tuesday after Monday's rain in Rome, Swiatek was far from her best and particularly struggled with her forehand. Swiatek continues dominant streak in Rome 2023-05-16T04:00:00Z Sinner closed it out in style with a serve out wide and a swinging forehand volley winner into the open court on his second match point. Jannik Sinner cheered on by orange-clad fans during Italian Open victory 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z “I stuck to the strategy of pulling the trigger and not letting him dictate with his forehand,” the eighth-seeded Fritz said. Fritz stuns champion Tsitsipas; 3rd-seeded Medvedev loses 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z The 20-year-old Danish player is solid in nearly every area: A great mover and super fit physically, he’s strong off both his forehand and backhand, has good hands and is an aggressive returner. Novak Djokovic loses to Holger Rune, again, this time at Italian Open 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z At 15-30, Sinner shanked a backhand that went long, then fired a forehand bullet into the top of the net to end the one-hour first set. Medvedev beats Sinner in straight sets for Miami Open title 2023-04-02T04:00:00Z Kuzmenko made it 2-0 when he deftly moved the puck from his forehand to his backhand, then shoveled a shot in. Kuzmenko sets Canucks mark in 7-2 win over Sharks 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z However, Lajovic moved quickly to extinguish those hopes with another break and was relieved to serve out the match in straight sets when Murray framed a forehand. Murray loses to Lajovic in Miami Open first round 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z In the third set, Alcaraz once again had a 3-0 advantage but saw the Italian recover and stage a comeback, but the teenager’s energy and strong forehands prevailed. Alcaraz drops set but recovers to beat Fognini at Rio Open 2023-02-23T05:00:00Z Lehecka raced out to a 40-0 lead before a netted backhand, a Murray passing winner and a thumping forehand forced deuce. Murray saves five match points to reach Qatar final 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Sinner stayed relentless and finally broke him with a deft forehand volley winner. Medvedev beats Sinner in straight sets for Miami Open title 2023-04-02T04:00:00Z Thiem righted himself in the second set, relying on his forehand and his patience on the baseline. Dominic Thiem loses at Rio Open, falling to 1-2 in 2023 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z Wu saved another match point at 10-9 and had four match points of his own in the final tiebreaker before finally converting on Isner’s serve when Isner sent a forehand long off Wu’s return. Wu Yibing tops Isner, is 1st from China with ATP Tour title 2023-02-12T05:00:00Z From the outset, Tsitsipas struggled with his normally reliable first serve and forehand. With 22nd major, Novak Djokovic bolsters his case as best men’s tennis player ever 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z Two misses by Tsitsipas followed: A backhand long, a forehand wide. Novak Djokovic claims 10th Australian Open title, 22nd Slam 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z She answered that with a sharp cross-court forehand winner, showing her steel. Aryna Sabalenka stays calm and battles back to win the Australian Open 2023-01-28T05:00:00Z At the fourth opportunity, she finally got over the line when Rybakina hit a forehand long. Sabalenka fights back to win first Grand Slam title 2023-01-28T05:00:00Z Djokovic, the greatest returner or his, or maybe any, generation, broke to close that set, when Paul sent a forehand wide. Djokovic tops Paul; faces Tsitsipas in Australian Open final 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z Two points from leveling the match at one set each, Tsitsipas flubbed a forehand. With 22nd major, Novak Djokovic bolsters his case as best men’s tennis player ever 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z There has been more than forehands and backhands on Djokovic’s mind over the past two weeks. Novak Djokovic claims 10th Australian Open title, 22nd Slam 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z She pulled a forehand wide on the second championship opportunity, then faced a break point she erased with a service winner to the corner. Aryna Sabalenka stays calm and battles back to win the Australian Open 2023-01-28T05:00:00Z Khachanov collected four consecutive points there, erasing the match points with a pair of booming forehands. Tsitsipas beats Khachanov to reach 1st Australian Open final 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z She decorated the key juncture of the match with winners and fielded a question in the on-court interview about how her forehand speed rivals that of some men’s players. Australian Open women’s final will feature two players on the rise 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z But Azarenka conjured up a terrific down-the-line forehand passing shot to erase that chance, and wound up taking the game with a big backhand winner she accented with a shout of “Let’s go!” Rybakina tops Azarenka to make Australian Open women’s final 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z She managed to save both and closed it out with a cross-court forehand winner after 2 hours, 40 minutes of play. 2-time champion Azarenka beats Zhu Lin at Australian Open 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z The Swedish center used some deft stickhandling, moving the puck from his forehand to his backhand, then, while falling to his knees, wrapped a shot around Georgiev for his 19th. Rantanen leads Avalanche to 4-1 win over Canucks 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z After Medvedev made it 40-30 with a forehand winner, Korda got a chance to hit a seemingly simple volley to take the game. Korda of US stops 2-time Australian Open runner-up Medvedev 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z There were zero breaks of serve until Murray finally converted his eighth chance of that set with a forehand winner to lead 6-5. Murray edges Kokkinakis after 4 a.m. at Australian Open 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z The very first game served as something of a harbinger: McDonald broke for a 1-0 lead thanks a trio of unforced errors by Nadal - two off his feared lefty forehand side. Rafael Nadal, hampered by bad hip, loses at Australian Open 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z Shnaider is a freshman at North Carolina State University in the United States but the bandana-wearing left-hander, who possesses a ferocious forehand, has shown in Melbourne she can compete with the very best. Sakkari avoids upset against teenager in Melbourne 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z Nadal, not surprisingly, wore Draper down from the baseline, engaging in exchanges before finding an opening to yank a big forehand this way or that. Nadal struggles at times during four-set win at Australian Open 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z On the next point, he netted a forehand from the baseline, his sixth unforced error off that wing in the set — six more than Medvedev at that moment. Korda of US stops 2-time Australian Open runner-up Medvedev 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z But Swiatek smacked a big forehand to force one error and earn a break point, then did the same to convert it. Swiatek takes last 4 games, tops Niemeier at Australian Open 2023-01-16T05:00:00Z A double fault from the German - who is more comfortable on clay and looked nervous throughout - brought up a match point which Raducanu took when Korpatsch hit a forehand long. Raducanu wins on injury return at Australian Open 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z He then broke again in the ninth game, coming up with a magnificent cross-court forehand on break point. Richard Gasquet beats Cameron Norrie in Auckland ATP final 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z On the court, Gauff knows there is work to be done — her forehand is still a shot that opponents tend to test — to keep achieving and to keep taking strides in the right direction. Australian Open 2023: Coco Gauff, a teen in a tennis hurry 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Korda raced to a 6-1 lead in the closing tiebreaker and, while he again needed to settled down after some missed chances, this time he ended things with a forehand winner. Korda of US stops 2-time Australian Open runner-up Medvedev 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z Swiatek broke again with yet another error forced by a forehand to end the match. Swiatek takes last 4 games, tops Niemeier at Australian Open 2023-01-16T05:00:00Z But the Czech revived to win the deciding set and the match in just over 2-1/2 hours, finishing with a sweeping cross-court forehand on match point. Noskova shocks Kasatkina at Adelaide International 2023-01-01T05:00:00Z After trying to retrieve a forehand shot from Tiafoe, Machac was able to rise to his feet but after consultation with a doctor and his team, he decided he could not continue. US, Greece, Italy win at United Cup mixed teams tennis 2022-12-29T05:00:00Z The Scot surfed that wave of support to level and eventually claimed victory on a third match point with a stunning forehand winner. Murray beats Draper to level Battle of the Brits 2022-12-21T05:00:00Z Backhand shots are tougher for goalies to gauge than forehands, because they can’t always tell where the release point will be. Why the Kraken’s Jordan Eberle is among the NHL’s better backhand goal-scorers 2022-12-19T05:00:00Z As Zegras accelerated he shifted the puck from his forehand to his backhand and back and forth again, his slick hands allowing him to maintain control. Column: Ducks have their own version of ice follies: lots of excitement and losses 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z The academy churned out big hitters who relied on their serve and forehand to overpower opponents. Nick Bollettieri, coach to many tennis stars, dead at age 91 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z Spin, forehand, backhand, flip the puck over the San Jose Sharks netminder. Kraken close out homestand, win high-scoring affair against Sharks 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z A few stick dekes, then a forehand flip of the puck, and the Capitals had doubled their lead to 2-0, seizing momentum they would not relinquish. Capitals thump Lightning in a chippy one as Sonny Milano turns tide 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z But the audacious Dane took his chance on the next, whipping a forehand into Djokovic’s feet that he could only volley back into the net. Danish teenager Rune stuns Djokovic to win Paris Masters 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z He then hit a forehand winner across court to break Evans in the opening game of the second, before converting his first match point with an ace. De Minaur stuns Medvedev at Paris Masters 2022-11-02T04:00:00Z Alcaraz clinched with his third match-point chance, firing a forehand winner when following in a strong serve that left-hander Draper stretched to return. Top-ranked Alcaraz wins at first Swiss Indoors in 3 years 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z After Vekic won the second set, Swiatek left no doubt about her dominance in the final set with her array of topspin cross-court forehands and looping shots that flustered her tiring opponent. Top-ranked Iga Swiatek beats Vekic to win San Diego title 2022-10-16T04:00:00Z There were no breaks in the second, and no mini breaks in the tiebreaker until Krejcikova hit successive forehand winners to claim it. No 1 Swiatek and home favorite Krejcikova in Ostrava final 2022-10-08T04:00:00Z Djokovic offered his first break point at 30-40 in the next game and was broken when he hit a loose forehand wide. Danish teenager Rune stuns Djokovic to win Paris Masters 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z When Tsitsipas put a forehand into the net to end the match — and the competition — Tiafoe dropped his racket, then fell to his back on the court, where his teammates piled on top of him. Tiafoe beats Tsitsipas to give Team World first Laver Cup win 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z A blistering forehand into the right corner gave her setpoint and she took the first set with one of her 13 aces. Qinwen, Samsonova set up China-Russia tennis final in Tokyo 2022-09-24T04:00:00Z As his parents and wife sat in front-row seats behind a baseline, there were a couple of early forehands that sailed several feet too long. Roger Federer’s last match is doubles loss with Rafael Nadal 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z “He has great power with his forehand. And that sets up everything for him. In this sense, when you can do that, like I did, you can then decide, ‘Shall I drop shot? Federer to AP: Tennis will withstand big-name retirements 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z This let Rune back in the contest and he broke back with a fine cross-court forehand. Danish teenager Rune stuns Djokovic to win Paris Masters 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z After a winning forehand Federer screamed in disbelief, while the world cherished another encounter between great rivals turned friends. 'Federer a great who reached sporting perfection' 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z His serving, forehand, footwork and attacking style will all be remembered. Roger Federer says he is retiring from tennis 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z He navigated a diverse set of opponents in Flushing Meadows with a stunning forehand. Carlos Alcaraz, just 19, grabs the U.S. Open title — and No. 1 ranking 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z Her style is simply to put the ball in play and dominate with her powerful forehand rather than her serve. Iga Swiatek, a model of efficiency, beats Ons Jabeur for U.S. Open title 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Using her heavy topspin forehand to take charge from the baseline, Swiatek dictated the tempo and trajectory of points. Swiatek beats Jabeur for first U.S. Open title, third Grand Slam 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z With a graceful swish of a forehand, a pinpoint delivery of a serve or a gentle wave to the crowd, the Swiss legend gained fans unlike anyone before him. 'Federer a great who reached sporting perfection' 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Using her heavy topspin forehand to take charge from the baseline in the early going, Swiatek dictated the tempo and trajectory of points. Iga Swiatek beats Ons Jabeur for 1st US Open title, 3rd Slam 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Boosted by that, Ruud plowed through the second set and went up two breaks before winning the set when Khachanov hit a forehand long. Elliott: Frances Tiafoe's U.S. Open run ends in semifinals, but he's a champion of resilience 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z A running forehand winner on break point put him into a 2-1 lead in the fourth set, giving him the momentum to take Khachanov's serve again for 4-1 and then clinically close out victory. Ruud reaches US Open final by beating Khachanov 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z It lasted 75 seconds and contained 19 more strokes than the second-longest rally of these entire two weeks, culminating with a down-the-line backhand by Ruud that drew a netted forehand in response. Casper Ruud wins 55-shot point to reach US Open semifinals 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z She will follow her team’s tactical strategy better than she did in July, perhaps, after she received such good advice about avoiding Garcia’s forehand. Ons Jabeur, Iga Swiatek continue their runs, earn trip to U.S. Open final 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z When Jabeur missed a slice forehand early in the second set, she dropped her racket to reflect her despair. Iga Swiatek beats Ons Jabeur for 1st US Open title, 3rd Slam 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Ruud became tentative with his trusty forehand and gave Khachanov an opening to fight back in the third set, and the Russian capitalized. Elliott: Frances Tiafoe's U.S. Open run ends in semifinals, but he's a champion of resilience 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z He possesses a powerful forehand and the ability to place it anywhere he desires at any moment. Frances Tiafoe, writing his own fairy tale, advances to U.S. Open semis 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z Rublev actually had the first chance to nose ahead, with a set point at 6-5 in the first, but Tiafoe erased it with a risky forehand to a corner that drew a netted reply. Tiafoe’s ‘wild’ U.S. Open ride moves to semifinals 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z The Wimbledon runner-up continued to create chances in the third set, but grew frustrated when his forehand broke down in the ninth game and stopped him taking any of two break points. Kyrgios out as Khachanov reaches US Open semis 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z What Gauff needs most, even more than she needs a stronger second serve and improved forehand grip, is space to breathe. Elliott: Coco Gauff won't stop channeling her inner Serena Williams at U.S. Open 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z He wrapped it up with a forehand, smiling slightly but not jumping or dancing. Elliott: Frances Tiafoe's U.S. Open run ends in semifinals, but he's a champion of resilience 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z The final shot was a tired forehand that clipped the white net tape. Perspective | Serena Williams’s exit was just like her career — a fight to the end 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z His biggest challenge against Nadal, even bigger than containing his forehand, will be maintaining intensity throughout the match. Frances Tiafoe completes a feat rare for Americans at the U.S. Open 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z The marked disappointment of the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd, when Serena Williams hit her final forehand into the net, did not linger for long. Williams - the woman who changed the game 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z He has a good slice backhand, he has a big forehand. Murray 'not worried' about body letting him down 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z In the third, Nadal came up with one particularly perfect shot - a forehand on the run that redirected an overhead by Fognini and sent it down the line for a winner to break for 4-2. Nadal’s nose bloodied by own racket at US Open in victory 2022-09-02T04:00:00Z In the third, Nadal came up with one particularly perfect shot — a forehand on the run that redirected an overhead by Fognini and sent it down the line for a winner to break for 4-2. Nadal’s nose bloodied by own racket at US Open in victory 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z “I’m beginning to feel like I can’t hit the shots that I know I can, like especially on my forehand.” 4-time Slam champ Osaka loses to American Collins at US Open 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z "She hit a shot and it was the hardest forehand I had seen go by me," she says. Williams - the woman who changed the game 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z The rally proved short-lived, with Kovinic blasting one final forehand into the net. Serena Williams isn’t done yet after gritty first-round U.S. Open win 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z Williams understood the power of image, and her wardrobe was “as carefully honed and considered a part of her long game as any serve or forehand,” writes Vanessa Friedman, The Times’s fashion critic. Americans Who Stutter 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z At Wimbledon, where he made it past the quarterfinals at a major for the first time before losing to Novak Djokovic in a four-set final, there were plenty of big serves and forehands, as always. Kyrgios would consider 1st-round US Open loss a win for him 2022-08-28T04:00:00Z A deep forehand return on set point was just out of the reach of Haddad Maia’s extended racket sealed six consecutive games for Halep as she came back to take the first set. Simona Halep wins 3rd National Bank title, needs 3 sets 2022-08-14T04:00:00Z Kanepi built on that momentum in the second set, taking advantage of Osaka’s mishaps and firing sharp forehands past the Japanese star. Osaka exits opening match at Toronto with back injury 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z In the second set, his forehand return kissed the line and produced coos from the grandstands. Perspective | Nick Kyrgios, talented but temperamental, put it all together in D.C. again 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z She sought to improve her topspin forehand, her serve and her return, all of which paid off during a victory over reigning U.S. Russian tennis players collect 3 titles at US Open tuneups 2022-08-07T04:00:00Z Then Samsonova earned her first break opportunity of the match, an hour in, when Kanepi dumped a forehand into the net. Samsonova tops Kanepi for women’s tennis title in Washington 2022-08-07T04:00:00Z She served for the match at 5-4 in the second, but got broken there thanks to three double-faults and a forehand into the net. Raducanu into Washington quarterfinals; Fritz stops in heat 2022-08-04T04:00:00Z “I think he’s got a great serve, really great forehand…I want to see him do well.” D.C.’s Frances Tiafoe advances to Citi Open third round in straight sets 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z Now 31, Marino demonstrated Monday that her powerful forehand and serve are intact. Venus Williams’s Citi Open debut ends with a loss but no lack of love 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z She uses a range of apps and techniques for her own matches and coaching including a smartphone-based video system called SwingVision, which breaks down her performance with details such as forehand errors and backhand winners. How artificial intelligence 'blew up' tennis 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Jockeys are currently allowed to use the whip in both the forehand and backhand positions for encouragement, but it was felt restricting to backhand only would make the use of excessive force less likely. Jockeys face disqualification in whip crackdown 2022-07-12T04:00:00Z Most crucially, the winner dug out from a love-40 hole while serving at 3-2 in the third set, her forehands driving and her volley into an open court winning. Elena Rybakina, raised in Moscow but repping Kazakhstan, wins Wimbledon 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z "He has to play aggressively, he has to serve well, he has to use his forehand," he said. Kyrgios faces Djokovic chasing 'tennis immortality' 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z A netted forehand after Jabeur barely got a short return in. Elena Rybakina wins Wimbledon women’s final for first Grand Slam title 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z So, for example, if Novak Djokovic hits 50 winners from his forehand those shots could be broken down in multiple ways or layers. How artificial intelligence 'blew up' tennis 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Rybakina used her big serve and powerful forehand to overcome Jabeur’s mix of spins and slices at Centre Court on Saturday. Kazakhstan’s Rybakina wins women’s Wimbledon title, 1st Slam 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z This time Norrie did hold serve to consolidate the break, more errors from Djokovic's racquet culminating in a forehand into the net. Norrie loses as Djokovic reaches Wimbledon final 2022-07-08T04:00:00Z And Jabeur held her left fist overhead after one particularly difficult yet effective running, twisting forehand across her body for a passing winner. At Wimbledon, Jabeur 1st woman from Africa in pro Slam final 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z Hitting her flat forehands deep into the court, never quite allowing Jabeur to regain her rhythm, Rybakina broke to begin the third. Elena Rybakina wins Wimbledon women’s final for first Grand Slam title 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z He sought to end exchanges with a quick-strike forehand or a drop shot - sometimes with success, often not. Hampered Nadal tops Fritz to extend Grand Slam win streak to 19 matches 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z His big forehands are terrific, too, but little else is conventional about Kyrgios. Nick Kyrgios reaches 1st Grand Slam semifinal at Wimbledon 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z Sinner would lament his “easy forehand into the net” that made things love-30 and helped build the snowball. Analysis | Novak Djokovic’s comeback joins the legend of Centre Court at Wimbledon 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Nadal held a limited practice session Thursday, mostly sticking to forehands and backhands. At Wimbledon, Jabeur 1st woman from Africa in pro Slam final 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z There were cheers from the crowd as she hit a rare forehand winner, and more when she created a break point on the Halep serve. Halep thrashes Badosa to reach Wimbledon quarters 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z So that time in the fourth set he served at 4-5 and saved three set points, then had three game points, then fell on a double fault and a netted forehand from a 17-shot rally ... After ‘a hell of a battle’ at Wimbledon, Frances Tiafoe awaits the next step 2022-07-03T04:00:00Z Didn’t matter just how big the cuts were that van Rijthoven took with his forehands. Wimbledon wild-card entry steals set, not win, from Novak Djokovic 2022-07-03T04:00:00Z But Norrie's expansive forehand was up to the challenge and a netted return from Paul gave him a break of serve in the third game of the second set. Norrie reaches Wimbledon quarters to keep alive British hopes 2022-07-03T04:00:00Z There were powerful forehands and swinging volleys and, at one juncture, back-to-back backhand return winners of the sort she’d hit in her prime. Analysis: If this was it for Williams at Wimbledon, it works 2022-06-29T04:00:00Z There were cheers when Badosa finally showed some form, with a forehand winner for 30-15 greeted by cries of "yes!" from the crowd. Halep thrashes Badosa to reach Wimbledon quarters 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z Soon enough, a forehand passing winner gave Tan that set. Serena Williams upset at Wimbledon in first match in a year 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z From the start, Tan had Williams guessing and stretching, mixing often-exquisite drop shots with forays to the net; towering lobs with counterpunched backhand passing shots; sideswiping forehand slices with looped topspin. Serena Williams exits Wimbledon — possibly for the last time 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z The third set followed a similar script with Norrie once again getting an early break of serve in the third game and the 26-year-old converted his first matchpoint when Paul pulled a forehand wide. Norrie reaches Wimbledon quarters to keep alive British hopes 2022-07-03T04:00:00Z Drop shots, slices, forehand and backhand winners, passing shots, winners down the line and various aspects of play at the net are all catalogued too. The tennis data pioneer who interrogated Nazi scientists 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z With the roof closed because of sporadic rain, Kwon was able to pick his spots with his booming forehand. Djokovic makes more history with 1st round win at Wimbledon 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z She won a monumental game to lead 2-0, breaking after 30 points and 12 deuces across almost 20 minutes when Tan shanked a forehand into the chair umpire’s stand. Serena Williams upset at Wimbledon in first match in a year 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z A netted backhand from Krajinovic handed Berrettini the break for 6-5 and the Italian did not blink, with a huge forehand winner into the corner of the court securing the set. Berrettini beats Krajinovic to retain Queen's title 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z The two traded service breaks early in the match, but Nadal overcame a wobbly patch that included successive double faults and a netted forehand to close the first set in 51 minutes. Rafael Nadal overcomes chronic foot pain to win his 14th French Open 2022-06-05T04:00:00Z She won five straight games, creating openings with wide serves and angled groundstrokes and then filling them with winners, while Gauff kept making mistakes with her less reliable forehand, finishing with 19 unforced forehand errors. Iga Swiatek Dominates in French Open Final for Championship 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z Gauff regrouped and got off to a strong start to open the second set, capitalizing on a wild Swiatek forehand to break serve in the first game. Iga Swiatek wins French Open, defeating Coco Gauff in women’s final 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z She’s also patient and smart, able to stay in rallies until the opportune moment comes to unleash the booming forehand that is her strength. In French Open finalists Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek, women’s tennis finds its future 2022-06-02T04:00:00Z He walloped a forehand winner to get on serve and pull even at 5-5, then forced the tiebreaker that settled it. Rafael Nadal knocks out Novak Djokovic in heavyweight French Open quarterfinal 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z But the 23-year-old benefited from two uncharacteristic double faults and a forehand error from the Spaniard to break back in the third game. Rafael Nadal overcomes chronic foot pain to win his 14th French Open 2022-06-05T04:00:00Z She can extend points like few players in the game with her quickness and defensive skills, and can also finish them with her terrific two-handed backhand and increasingly with her forehand, long her weaker wing. Coco Gauff Advances to French Open Semifinals 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z The world No. 1 served out the match with aplomb in 68 minutes, clinching it on the first of her two match points when Coco Gauff sent a forehand just long. Iga Swiatek wins French Open, defeating Coco Gauff in women’s final 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z One measure of how she has continued to improve: Her forehand was long considered her weaker groundstroke, but against Stephens, that produced more winners than her backhand did. Gauff, 18, Trevisan, 28, reach 1st Slam semifinal in Paris 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z Conditions can change considerably on clay after dark, particularly on a cool and relatively humid night when the balls get heavier and bounce lower: no boon to Nadal’s lively topspin forehand. Nadal and Djokovic Meet Again, With Gen Z Breakout in Wings 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z So, for example if Novak Djokovic hits 50 winners from his forehand those shots could be broken down in multiple ways or layers. How artificial intelligence 'blew up' tennis 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Instead, she patiently worked her way to the opening while the unseeded Stephens struggled to maintain her consistency, mixing forehand winners with untimely mistakes and several gaffes at the net. Coco Gauff Advances to French Open Semifinals 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z Iga Swiatek played darn close to immaculate in the first set, winning it in just 32 minutes by leaning on her gorgeous forehand and excellent shot placement. Iga Swiatek wins French Open, defeating Coco Gauff in women’s final 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z Swiatek regrouped by changing tactics — she sped up her forehand instead of absorbing Zheng’s power — and in a less conventional way, too, deciding to change her tune. At French Open, Swiatek loses set, extends match win streak 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Djokovic knows that regaining control of a rally once Nadal has begun to dictate its terms with his whipping forehand is every bit as daunting. Nadal and Djokovic Meet Again, With Gen Z Breakout in Wings 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Swiatek struggled with her service games and her forehand continued to be errant as Zheng, a rising star making her French Open debut, brought out mistakes with her quality returning. Swiatek battles back to reach French Open quarters 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Analyst Mary Carillo marvels at his drop-shot mastery, which cleverly follows a forehand wallop that knocks the opponent on his heels. At French Open, Carlos Alcaraz is a star-in-waiting who may not wait much longer 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z After leveling at one set apiece, Nadal rounded into form in the third set, pummeling Auger-Aliassime with forehand blasts again and again. Rafael Nadal wins a thriller at the French Open. Up next: Novak Djokovic. 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z That tennis at the highest level is contested on different surfaces is as normal to tennis fans as fuzzy yellow balls and grunting forehands, but it is one of the great quirks of the sport. Of Red Clay and French Existentialism 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Perhaps more than Nadal, who survived one of the great scares of his storied French Open career against Auger-Aliassime, the athletic and tireless Canadian with a booming serve and big forehand. It’s Djokovic vs. Nadal, the French Open Rematch We’ve Been Waiting For 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z Four more unforced errors from her usually infallible forehand handed the break back to Kovinic for 4-3, but her ruthlessness returned to regain the lead in the next game and serve out the opening set. Swiatek comes through toughest test yet in Paris 2022-05-28T04:00:00Z “You might know it could come,” Carillo said, “but you also have to prepare for the furnace blast that is his forehand.” At French Open, Carlos Alcaraz is a star-in-waiting who may not wait much longer 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z As the proceedings neared the four-hour mark, Auger-Aliassime was shrewd and remorseless in yanking Nadal from side to side and from front to back with a medley of forehand blasts, drop shots and lobs. Rafael Nadal wins a thriller at the French Open. Up next: Novak Djokovic. 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z “When he’s winding up to crack a forehand with that devastating power, he gets you on your back heels,” Gilbert said. In the top ranks of tennis, the humble drop shot is back in vogue 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z But if you watch the teenage Zheng hit a forehand, a serve or just about any shot on a tennis court, her first English-language nickname seems more appropriate. A Chinese Tennis Star Emerges at a Precarious Time 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Always aggressive and hunting for forehands, she will inevitably make her share of errors, but so far she has hit more winners than unforced errors, which is always a good sign for any player. Coco Gauff Loves Clay. Really. 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Ramos looks like a lightweight — slight to the point of gaunt — but his full-cut, inside-out forehand is a heavyweight’s punch, and he overwhelmed even Alcaraz with it time and time again. Two High Seeds Need Five-Set Thrillers to Win at French Open 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z He gave no hint of any limitations deep into the fifth set, ripping a forehand winner down the line, in a full slide, to set up what proved to be the key break point. Rafael Nadal wins a thriller at the French Open. Up next: Novak Djokovic. 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z While her strength is her forehand, she has improved her backhand and bolstered her serve. French Open favorite Iga Swiatek is on a ‘Serena-like’ streak 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z Vinolas-Ramos guided this one to the opposite corner, pushing Alcaraz to his forehand side, so he sprinted, then slid almost into the splits, to retrieve that one. Alcaraz saves match point to remain in French Open 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z “I think it helps me recover faster after I get to the ball. Then also, I mean, I play pretty heavy on my forehand, so I think that clay bounces the ball up even higher.” Coco Gauff Loves Clay. Really. 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Serving for the victory at 5-4 in the fourth set, he had a match point and tightened up just enough on his forehand to hit the tape instead of clearing the net. Two High Seeds Need Five-Set Thrillers to Win at French Open 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z At the time, with his foot speed, forehand and youth, it seemed self-evident that Tsonga would experience more such occasions. A Fitting Farewell for a Frenchman in Paris 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z Endurance is one of Norrie's strengths - along with his forehand from a technical perspective - and both qualities came to the fore in the final set. GB's Evans earns first French Open win on birthday 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z Anisimova then produced a near-flawless service game to take the opening set, sealing it in 46 minutes with a forehand winner. Osaka beaten by Anisimova in French Open first round 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z On the sixth point, a forehand return sailed well long. Thiem out of sync, out of French Open with 10th loss in row 2022-05-22T04:00:00Z With the crowd chanting “Carlos” between points, he served out the victory at love with a forehand winner and three aces. Two High Seeds Need Five-Set Thrillers to Win at French Open 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z The high point of Thiem’s match was two between-the-legs shots for winners in the same sixth game of the second set, leaving Cecchinato looking bemused at the net as the balls passed his forehand side. Dominic Thiem winless run extends in early Geneva Open exit 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z But Tsitsipas held his nerve and won the point when play resumed by running down a drop shot and responding with a forehand winner up the line. Swiatek asserts No. 1 status with win over Andreescu in Rome 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z Looking more mature than his age, Alcaraz has impressed with a complete game that is highlighted by a devastating forehand and precise drop shots. After great start, Alcaraz heads to Paris among favorites 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z That initial set ended with Thiem putting a forehand into the net, followed by a backhand into the net. Thiem out of sync, out of French Open with 10th loss in row 2022-05-22T04:00:00Z Born right-handed, he hits forehands on both sides and can serve with either hand, too. Are the Next Global Tennis Stars Among These ’Tweens? 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z In 1986, with bubbling enthusiasm and using his heavy forehand and spectacular diving volleys to good effect, Becker defended his title successfully against scowling rival Ivan Lendl. From 'Boom Boom' to bust, Becker must now serve time 2022-04-29T04:00:00Z Though Djokovic failed to serve out the second set at 5-4 — making four unforced errors — he did manage to win the tiebreaker with a forehand passing shot. Novak Djokovic Returns to Clay, but Plays Little Like Himself 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z Bencic won the final game at love, dropping to her knees and covering her face in celebration after Jabeur’s forehand sailed over the baseline. Bencic tops Jabeur 6-1, 5-7, 6-4 for Charleston Open title 2022-04-10T04:00:00Z Zegras assisted on Terry’s go-ahead tally with 8:22 remaining with a beautiful pass from behind the net after deking from his forehand to his backhand. Zegras has a goal and assist to lead Ducks past Flyers 2022-04-09T04:00:00Z With each round this weekend in Florida, the gasps at his cracking forehands and the chants of “Vamonos” and “Let’s go, Carlos” echoed more loudly at a stadium displaying plenty of Spanish flags. The Future of Tennis, Carlos Alcaraz, Has Arrived 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z Osaka was once more ripping forehands through the court and coming up with unreturnable laser serves when she needed them most. Osaka Loses a Final in Miami, but Sees New Hope After Reaching It 2022-04-02T04:00:00Z As Chris Rock found out, he also has an excellent forehand.” Sideline Chatter: Does this mean Ol’ Crimson will start showing up at wrestling matches? 2022-04-02T04:00:00Z Kyrgios, 26, called Bernardes an "absolute clown" moments after hitting a forehand wide on Sinner's first match point, refusing to shake hands with the official before making a quick exit. Kyrgios out after game penalty in Miami 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z Faksa beat Gibson at the far post after getting him to commit with a clever fake to the forehand. Stars take over wild-card spot with 3-2 win over Ducks 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z He drove in from the right side and faked going forehand before going backhand to chip the puck in over Dustin Tokarski at the left post. Ovechkin seals Capitals’ 4-3 shootout win over Sabres 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z He drove in from the right side and faked going forehand before going backhand to chip the puck in over Tokarski at the left post. Ovechkin seals Capitals’ 4-3 shootout win over Sabres 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z After her forehand passing shot winner against the American Danielle Collins, she howled with delight. Despite the Trend in Sports, Don’t Expect Ashleigh Barty to Un-Retire 2022-03-23T04:00:00Z Barty’s style of play was unique and varied, reliant on a mix of backhand slices and big serves and forehands. Analysis: Ash Barty’s retirement not really hard to fathom 2022-03-23T04:00:00Z But it has taken Taylor until now to develop the faith and the forehand to take out a champion like Nadal at such a tournament. Taylor Fritz and Iga Swiatek Break Through at Indian Wells 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z She served out the match, winning on a forehand in the corner of the baseline. Swiatek beats Sakkari to win Indian Wells, No. 2 ranking 2022-03-20T04:00:00Z Rublev saved eight of the 11 break points he faced, but he missed an easy forehand volley on top of the net to give Fritz his first match point. Fritz into Indian Wells final with 2-set win over Rublev 2022-03-19T04:00:00Z Nadal stepped up and bashed a forehand winner down the line. Nadal beats Kyrgios in 3 sets at Indian Wells, goes to 19-0 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z But his contact points are consistently clean, and his two-handed backhand is a versatile marvel — and he can punch and counterpunch with conviction with his forehand, too. At Indian Wells, a Shot of Optimism for American Men’s Tennis 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z He was ranked No. 39 in early October but said he tweaked his forehand technique after watching footage of a junior match he played against Rublev. Taylor Fritz and Iga Swiatek Break Through at Indian Wells 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z Opelka fought off the only break point in the seventh game with a smash and forehand winner. Nadal improves to 18-0 with win over Opelka at Indian Wells 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z Grant gave the Ducks their first lead as he brought the puck up on a breakaway, skated in and beat Georgiev with a forehand for his ninth with 9:25 left. Fox scores in OT to give Rangers 4-3 win over Ducks 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z He set up match point with a 116-mph ace and then hit a forehand winner off a short ball. Nadal beats Kyrgios in 3 sets at Indian Wells, goes to 19-0 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z Frustrated after losing the second set and hitting a forehand long to give Monfils a break to open the third set, Medvedev slammed his racket on the ground three times. Column: Daniil Medvedev falls while Rafael Nadal shines at Indian Wells 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z “I watched exactly how I was hitting my forehand and just tried to copy it as much as possible.” Taylor Fritz and Iga Swiatek Break Through at Indian Wells 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z He ripped a forehand winner on triple match point. Nadal now 17-0, No. 1 Medvedev crashes out at Indian Wells 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z He dug up old video of his forehand and tried to replicate it in his matches. Elliott: How Taylor Fritz moved ahead in the world rankings by looking back 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z "I started to play a little bit more crosscourt with my forehand and with having a little bit more of calm," Nadal said. Rattled by spectator's outburst, Naomi Osaka loses at Indian Wells 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z Tatar scored on a backhander on the Devils’ first shot, and Bratt beat Anthony Stolarz with a forehand shot after a nice move. Daws makes 33 saves, Devils beat Ducks 2-1 in shootout 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z But Fritz would not be denied as he finished off the victory on his second match point, ripping a forehand approach shot down the line that the lunging Nadal could not handle. Taylor Fritz and Iga Swiatek Break Through at Indian Wells 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z Capitalizing on Korda’s growing nerves and adjusting his tactics to come closer to the baseline and rely more on his forehand, Nadal roared back to win four straight games. Rafael Nadal was convinced he lost before storming back to win at Indian Wells 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z What’s kind of, I think, tying it all together and really making the difference is just the forehand. Elliott: How Taylor Fritz moved ahead in the world rankings by looking back 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z But he regained his composure and went on to make it 3-3 with a forehand winner. Murray beats Daniel for 700th ATP win 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z In the first period, when Ross Colton got the puck alone in front after a Blake Coleman turnover, he was thwarted on his quick move from backhand to forehand as Markstrom jabbed out his pad. Gaudreau has hat trick in Flames’ 4-1 win over Lightning 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Mostly stoic throughout the match, Korda showed some emotion in the third set with a big fist pump after hitting a winner down the line on a thundering forehand to take a 2-0 lead. Korda wins Davis Cup debut, helps US to 2-0 lead vs Colombia 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z It takes a moment to absorb the athletic ability on show as she flurries through some absurdly quick rallies, forehand and backhand. The new wave of Indian Para-athletes making people look again 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z "I was able to dictate play to his backhand and defend my forehand quite well," said Norrie, who faced just one break point. Nadal to meet Norrie in Acapulco final 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z He’s as likely to try a between-the-legs shot as he is to smack a 100 mph forehand. Nick Kyrgios writes about ‘suicidal thoughts,’ depression 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z “It was a lot of fun. We really battled till the end,” said goalie Strauss Mann, who made three saves in the shootout before Cehlarik beat him with a forehand. Column: U.S. men's hockey team a victim of its own unrealized expectations 2022-02-16T05:00:00Z Barty swept through the draw by controlled play with her precise and powerful first serve, crisply chipped backhand and versatile topspin forehand. Ashleigh Barty Wins Australian Open Women’s Singles Title 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z She finished with 10 aces and 14 forehand winners, while Collins managed one of each. Ashleigh Barty digs deep to become first Aussie to win Australian Open in 44 years 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Quick lunged to stop the forehand try with an excellent glove stop, but Atkinson used his backhand to put home the rebound for his team-leading 17th tally. Laughton scores in OT, Flyers top Kings to snap 13-game skid 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Ebden fended off three break points before a dipping Kokkinakis forehand service return forced a backhand volley error for the crucial breakthrough. Special Ks: Kyrgios, Kokkinakis win Australian Open doubles 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Two dazzling forehand winners brought him to life, and suddenly it was Nadal who looked edgy. Rafael Nadal nears history, with only Daniil Medvedev standing in his way 2022-01-28T05:00:00Z After erasing two breaks of serve to rally from 1-5 deficit in the second set, she dominated the tiebreaker and finished off her victory with a forehand passing shot winner. Ashleigh Barty Wins Australian Open Women’s Singles Title 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z High-pitched clinks indicate a forehand, while low-pitched clinks indicate a backhand. What Does a Forehand Winner Sound Like? Clink, Blip-Blip-Blip! 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z Her forehand cross-court winner to set up her first match points was typical of her semifinal form. Ash Barty to face Danielle Collins in bid to end Australian title drought 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z Barty is the overriding favourite, and would seem to have too strong a game for her opponent, though the experts say she might be vulnerable to Key’s forehand. Australian Open 2022 semi-finals: Ash Barty v Madison Keys – live! 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z But he clicked into a higher gear against Sinner: dominating with his versatile and powerful forehand, one of the best shots in the game. At the Australian Open, the Last Men Standing Have Been Through the Wringer 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z But he was the aggressor in the first two sets, keeping Medvedev off balance with his forehand, up-tempo game and athleticism. Daniil Medvedev saves match point, moves into Australian Open semis 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z Nadal was often far from his best in the second half of Tuesday’s match: missing some of his familiar forehand passing shots on the run by large margins. Rafael Nadal Prevails After Five Sets and Charge of Favoritism 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z The serve-and-volleying American put away a forehand at the net and then thumped a blistering winner past the Russian on his way to forcing a fourth set. Medvedev reaches Melbourne quarters 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z Playing her sixth fourth-round match at a Grand Slam, Cornet edged an opening set that featured five breaks of serve, with Halep going long with a forehand on set point. Halep knocked out of Australian Open 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z She changed pace and shape with her topspin forehand, moving Anisimova, who is much more at ease from stable ball-striking positions than on the stretch. Ashleigh Barty Mixes It Up and Heads to Australian Open Quarterfinals 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z But a baseline forehand winner is beyond Fritz, who then recovers himself by reading the ball to crash his own winner. Australian Open 2022: Tsitsipas beats Fritz in epic, Cornet outlasts Halep– as it happened 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z Nadal usually prefers to play in the daytime, where conditions are typically quicker and help his topspin forehand penetrate the court. Rafael Nadal Prevails After Five Sets and Charge of Favoritism 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Barty says she was solid tonight and had fun, finding serves and forehands but not worrying if she missed a couple. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Halep got a break-point chance two games later with a forehand down the line that just caught the outside of the paint and which Cornet could barely believe. Alize Cornet reaches Australian Open quarterfinals at her 63rd Grand Slam 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z The serve and forehand were just too much - I don’t think he faced a single break point, serving 28 aces, and he meets Monfils next. Australian Open day seven: Barty beats Anisimova, Berrettini eliminates Carreno Busta – as it happened! 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z But better and brutal to go to 15-15 with a forehand. Australian Open 2022: Tsitsipas beats Fritz in epic, Cornet outlasts Halep– as it happened 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z But he saves the first break point with an overhead that a scrambling Murray cannot reach, before a wicked forehand sets up another overhead winner - and saves another break point. Australian Open 2022 day four: Andy Murray v Taro Daniel, Kyrgios and Raducanu on court later – live! 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z Pegula then nets a forehand, and her game has totally deserted her here – it’s lonely out there – then a forehand goes wide to give Barty advantage. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z But then it goes to two set points, claimed at the first time of asking by a serve, and then a brutal forehand to follow up Millman’s return. Australian Open day three: Zverev and Osaka win, Monfils on court – live! 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z Berrettini is playing nicely, not just serving well but slicing well too, and his forehand is doing its usual. Australian Open day seven: Barty beats Anisimova, Berrettini eliminates Carreno Busta – as it happened! 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z He faked a forehand shot and then slipped a backhander past Hill for his third goal. Guentzel’s OT goal lifts Penguins over Sharks 2-1 2022-01-15T05:00:00Z The Scot then finds the net with a regulation forehand - and he’s apoplectic about the mistake and the position it puts him in. Australian Open 2022 day four: Andy Murray v Taro Daniel, Kyrgios and Raducanu on court later – live! 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z An impeccable point from Barty follows: big serve, big forehand, then another big forehand, cross-court on the volley from near the back, for a clean winner. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z After the first five shooters came up empty, Thompson ended the game when he beat Minnesota goalie Cam Talbot with a forehand. Thompson’s shootout goal lifts Sabres to 3-2 win over Wild 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z He finds a nails forehand for 40-30, though, then a serve out elicits a return into the net. Australian Open day seven: Barty beats Anisimova, Berrettini eliminates Carreno Busta – as it happened! 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z Controlling the puck on his backhand, he quickly switched to his forehand and beat Blackwood. Kaprizov scores twice, Wild roll to 5-2 win against Devils 2021-12-02T05:00:00Z So he might use his forehand and tie up the opponent’s stick with his own until teammates jump in. New NHL fans, here’s what you need to know about faceoffs and why they are important 2021-12-02T05:00:00Z But then she misses another so we return to deuce, and Barty clips the top of the net with another forehand, the ball dropping out for her 12th unforced error of the match! Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Evans upped his aggression to amass more break points, converting the decisive one with a huge forehand down the line, and he closed out the set with a thumping serve that Mannarino could not return. Evans gives GB 1-0 Davis Cup lead 2021-11-27T05:00:00Z Monfils raises break point and absolutely spanks a forehand winner from the middle of the baseline into the forehand corner! Australian Open day seven: Barty beats Anisimova, Berrettini eliminates Carreno Busta – as it happened! 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z At 1:31, Pavelski dipped his right knee as he skated on net, controlled a pass from Roope Hintz on his backhand, shifted the puck to his forehand and scored from between the circles. Pavelski nets 2, reaches 400 career goals as Stars beat Avs 2021-11-26T05:00:00Z Also, whether he’s planning to use his forehand or backhand. New NHL fans, here’s what you need to know about faceoffs and why they are important 2021-12-02T05:00:00Z Pegula gets a second serve to go at too, but stepping in, she’s so eager to attack she rather swipes at her forehand, taking it early and netting. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z After squandering a break opportunity in the fifth game, Evans found himself two break points down, but he mixed serve and volleys with his big forehand to stave off the 33-year-old. Evans gives GB 1-0 Davis Cup lead 2021-11-27T05:00:00Z Kecmanovic, though, wins four points in a row ... only to be diddled by an incredible lob; deuce it is, then again when Monfils nails a blazing forehand. Australian Open day seven: Barty beats Anisimova, Berrettini eliminates Carreno Busta – as it happened! 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z Barty’s greatest weapon is a slice backhand, though she, too, hits plenty of forehands through the back of the court and is among the game’s leaders in service aces. Power, and Muguruza, Reign Supreme at WTA Tour Finals 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z Warner’s first attempt to attack him falls flat as a cross-court forehand finds mid-on, but then there’s some width outside off and Warner goes over the offside ring for four. New Zealand set Australia target of 173 to win T20 World Cup final – live! 2021-11-14T05:00:00Z Already, this seems like a pivotal game, and a big forehand into the backhand corner allows Barty to clean up at the net, then Pegula nets a backhand and that’s the break. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Evans peppered the forehand corner, putting Mannarino under constant pressure, and it showed as the Frenchman fluffed a volley that ultimately allowed the Briton to break and serve for the match. Evans gives GB 1-0 Davis Cup lead 2021-11-27T05:00:00Z But on his first match point, Djokovic won a thrilling long rally befitting a great final with a forehand winner deep into the left of the court. Djokovic beats Medvedev for record 37th Masters title 2021-11-07T04:00:00Z He got hold of a loose puck behind the net, shifted to his forehand and flung it past goalie Karel Vejmelka. Kraken hope issues with power plays being resolved 2021-11-06T04:00:00Z Norrie saved one match point on his his own serve, but Fritz followed up a strong first serve with a forehand winner on the next point to advance. Djokovic advances to quarterfinals after Monfils pulls out 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z A huge serve and colossal forehand follow, leaving Berrettini a game away from the set. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z This is not working; my forehand is off; this and that,’ ” captain Lauryn Hall said. Preps notebook: A free kick maven lurks at Glen Burnie; Elizabeth Seton tennis in an unfamiliar position 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z When Alcaraz ended another long rally with a stunning cross-court forehand winner which set up match point, Murray was left bent over with hands on his knees in exhaustion. Murray's unbeaten run in Vienna ends 2021-10-27T04:00:00Z Hart appeared down and out when Eberle scooped up a loose puck at the side of the net, shifted from forehand to his backhand and tried to hoist it in the open side. Kraken suffers first blowout defeat, losing energy quickly as Flyers win 6-1 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z Norrie converted the only break of the second set in the first game when the Bulgarian netted a forehand. Norrie reaches Indian Wells final lacking Top-25 players 2021-10-16T04:00:00Z Monfils makes 30-all, though, with a forehand that clips the outermost fibre of the line, then earns his sit-down with an ace. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z He raced to a 6-1 lead and won it on his third match point when Zverev’s forehand landed beyond the baseline. Upsets send Fritz, Basilashvili to semis at Indian Wells 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z Once in the rallies, Dimitrov almost exclusively sliced his single-handed backhand down the stretch and waited — and waited — to take big risks with his forehand. U.S. Open Stars Fall at Indian Wells, Which Struggles to Draw a Crowd 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z The Bulgarian charged the net and closed out the match on Medvedev’s forehand that sailed long. Dimitrov downs top-seeded Medvedev in 3 sets at Indian Wells 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z Those were the days when Mary Pierce won the French Open, Lindsay Davenport dominated with her huge forehand and Serena Williams dominated with everything. Commentary: Leylah Fernandez shows Indian Wells fans what makes her a special player 2021-10-12T04:00:00Z Er, as I was saying, double gives Berrettini 0-30, and a colossal forehand followed by an excellent putaway - a backhand volley guided obliquely across the face of the net – raises three break points. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z "I just had the confidence to keep hitting my forehand, keep being aggressive," Fritz said. Upsets send Fritz, Basilashvili to semis at Indian Wells 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z More than his huge serve and fine forehands, backhands and volleys, Ivanisevic possessed the finest racket throw in the history of the game. Commentary: 'You cannot be serious' about taking John McEnroe-esque fire out of tennis 2021-10-11T04:00:00Z Her heavy spin, particularly on the forehand side, gives her a greater margin of error. Fernandez Moves On and Raducanu Returns to Tennis Reality at Indian Wells 2021-10-09T04:00:00Z Murray whacked a forehand winner to earn the key break in the second set and saved a break in the final game before Mannarino fluffed a drop shot. Murray into second round at Indian Wells 2021-10-09T04:00:00Z Then at 30-15, he steps in on a second serve and absolutely bases a forehand return down the line, flat as your gran’s Makro Coke. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Patty’s tennis career was interrupted by four years of military service during World War II. He was known for a superb forehand volley, and he won 76 singles titles between 1947 and ’57. Budge Patty, 1950 Wimbledon, Roland Garros champ, dies at 97 2021-10-08T04:00:00Z He appears to be perfect: Big forehand, even bigger backhand. Daniil Medvedev is the heir to the Federer-Nadal-Djokovic dynasty men's tennis needs 2021-10-08T04:00:00Z He used his forehand to good effect, dragging the world number four around the court to seal victory. Norrie through to San Diego final 2021-10-02T04:00:00Z He swept his left foot through the ball, a motion every bit as smooth and apparently effortless as a Roger Federer forehand. In One Moment, Messi and P.S.G. Make It All Work 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z Anyway, the big serve/forehand combo see the game away, and this is developing into a fascinating contest. Australian Open quarter-finals: Barty beats Pegula, Monfils v Berrettini – live! 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Both players held their serve until the Estonian built a 40-0 lead in the 12th game of the second set before converting her first match-point with a forehand winner. Kontaveit defeats Sakkari 6-2, 7-5 at Ostrava Open final 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z Opelka, whose game is built on his big serve and forehand, said afterward the setup “suits him better than me” and described it as “slow and dead.” Ruud tops Opelka to give Team Europe early lead at Laver Cup 2021-09-24T04:00:00Z "She has a great game, and a great forehand," according to Raducanu. US Open winner Raducanu splits with coach 2021-09-24T04:00:00Z Medvedev came out blazing, strafing the court with forehand blasts and a barrage of aces. Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic’s Grand Slam quest with a rout in the U.S. Open final 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Djokovic got a warning for racquet abuse in the fourth game after he hit a forehand long and then slammed his racquet to the ground three times. Daniil Medvedev wins U.S. Open title, thwarting Novak Djokovic's bid at history 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z You want it to be not just inspiring but devilishly difficult, with opponents throwing heart, soul and full-cut forehands into stopping the quest. As Novak Djokovic Faces History, He Tries to Block It Out 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z But it was Fernandez who expressed displeasure about the long pause to officials and then pushed a forehand long. How Raducanu and Fernandez Forged Sudden Stardom and Deep Connections 2021-09-11T04:00:00Z Zverev delivered a forehand winner, then hunched over with his hands on his knees. Djokovic, Medvedev win US Open men's semis, head to Sunday's final 2021-09-11T04:00:00Z He earned two set points at 5-3, and came forward on the second one but slipped and badly missed a forehand volley. Daniil Medvedev Easily Advances to U.S. Open Final 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z When Raducanu finished off her latest upset with an expertly timed forehand swing volley, she dropped her racket and put both hands on top of her head, a faraway look in her eyes. Leylah Fernandez and Emma Raducanu Steal Some Grand Slam Spotlight 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z Early in the second the roles were reversed, Zverev missing a straightforward forehand and following up with a double fault as Djokovic broke and then cantered through the set to level. Djokovic sets up final with Medvedev 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z She has a knack for making the tricky shot look smooth and an ability to run around her backhand in a flash and rip an inside-out forehand that Roger Federer could relate to. How Raducanu and Fernandez Forged Sudden Stardom and Deep Connections 2021-09-11T04:00:00Z Twice, it didn’t happen, most disconcerting when he missed what should have been a routine forehand volley, slapping it into the net. No. 2 Daniil Medvedev into 3rd Grand Slam final at US Open 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z Auger-Aliassime follows with a forehand winner for game point then a second double fault for deuce. Félix Auger-Aliassime v Daniil Medvedev: US Open semi-final – live! 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z She earned a break for 5-4 when Fernandez hit a backhand long and then served for the set, holding at love and finishing it off with a forehand volley to win the set 6-4. Leylah Fernandez stuns No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka to reach U.S. Open final 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z Zverev again engineered break points at 1-1 in the fourth set and this time zipped a forehand winner beyond his opponent as he held on to that advantage to force a decider. Djokovic sets up final with Medvedev 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z In the last game, she double-faulted twice in a row to set up match point, then sailed a forehand long. Unseeded Fernandez, 19, reaches 1st Slam final at U.S. Open 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z She can crank her serve into triple digits, and taking her spot on the baseline, which she rarely abandons, she can fire lasers, especially off her forehand, even though she barely takes a backswing. For Raducanu and Fernandez, the Magical Run Goes On and On 2021-09-08T04:00:00Z A superb forehand passing shot gave Berrettini a break and a 6-5 lead and a chance to serve out the set. Novak Djokovic rallies past Matteo Berrettini in four sets to reach U.S. Open semifinals 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z When she hit a forehand long, Fernandez dropped to the ground and shrieked for joy. Leylah Fernandez stuns No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka to reach U.S. Open final 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z He was not the only one to lose his cool - Zverev, while trailing 5-3 in the opening set, slammed his racquet into the ground after missing a forehand. Fourth seed Zverev into semi-finals 2021-09-08T04:00:00Z But that chance was wasted when a forehand found the net. Unseeded Fernandez, 19, reaches 1st Slam final at U.S. Open 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z “I think it’s just the young people” who can play this way, Kerber said Sunday after Fernandez bested her in three sets with blistering forehands and fearless serves at the corners of the service box. The Teenagers Are Taking Over Tennis. That Might Not End Well. 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z Berrettini had a break point in the seventh game but Djokovic held him off and held serve with a forehand winner. Novak Djokovic rallies past Matteo Berrettini in four sets to reach U.S. Open semifinals 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z After getting pasted by Tiafoe’s forehand blasts to lose the opening set, Auger-Aliassime adjusted with the analytical demeanor of a master Scrabble player conjuring the word that will score maximum points. Felix Auger-Aliassime takes his next measured step as a U.S. Open quarterfinalist 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z Fernandez is playing the best tennis of her young career, blasting forehand winners and exuding the kind of joyous fighting spirit and confidence that has captivated New York fans during a wild three-day run. Leylah Fernandez Advances to U.S. Open Quarterfinals 2021-09-06T04:00:00Z Rogers has 10 years on her opponent but matches the younger woman for energy in the opening game – and has a break point that Raducanu saves with a scorching forehand. Emma Raducanu v Shelby Rogers: US Open women’s singles – live! 2021-09-06T04:00:00Z Alcaraz’s ability to run around his backhand and rip an airborne forehand is already world class. At U.S. Open, Carlos Alcaraz Is Ready for the Spotlight 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z Unlike players, such as Opelka, who win with a formula that begins with a big serve and a big forehand, Brooksby relies on a more subtle approach and a deft touch. Prepping to play Djokovic without day-before practice, plan 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z “A forehand lob, 30-all, you tip your hat and say, ‘Too good.’ Elliott: Shelby Rogers upsets No. 1 Ashleigh Barty in U.S. Open stunner 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z A trademark forehand from Barty kept her in the game but Rogers, out of nowhere, lifted her level, and she was roared on by the crowd as she clawed her way to 5-5. World number one Barty stunned by Rogers 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z Rogers comes back with a nice angled forehand of her own to get another break at deuce but this time an unforced error keeps Raducanu in the game. Emma Raducanu v Shelby Rogers: US Open women’s singles – live! 2021-09-06T04:00:00Z According to data from Hawkeye, Alcaraz’s average forehand speed was 78 miles per hour: 3 miles per hour faster than the U.S. At U.S. Open, Carlos Alcaraz Is Ready for the Spotlight 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z When it ended with Alcaraz smacking an inside-out forehand winner, he flung away his racket, dropped onto his back and covered his face with both hands. Alcaraz, 18, upends No. 3 Tsitsipas at US Open; Osaka out 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z But a string of forehand errors cost her her serve and the ensuing tiebreak, during which she uncharacteristically threw her racquet on the floor. Osaka to take break after US Open exit 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z The Australian could not find her radar, her forehand in particular looking off, and she finished the first set with 17 unforced errors, compared to just seven winners. World number one Barty stunned by Rogers 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z Fernandez broke her in the opening game of the third set and used her powerful forehand to muscle her way to victory. Fernandez shocks defending champion Osaka 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z She set the pace and kept Gauff off balance with her signature shot: her forehand, once judged the finest in the women’s game in a New York Times poll of experts. At U.S. Open, Sloane Stephens Finds Her Happy Place 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z On the next point, a 24-shot rally breaks out than ends when Djokovic comes to net for a forehand volley winner. US Open 2021: Novak Djokovic v Tallon Griekspoor and more – live! 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z Open women’s competition upside down with her ferocious forehand and her incandescent smile. Column: Sloane Stephens makes a triumphant return to U.S. Open 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z From 4-all at the outset, she claimed eight of the remaining 10 games, with a performance largely built with terrific placement of her serves and stinging forehands. Stephens overpowers Gauff while Osaka’s foe withdraws at U.S. Open 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z For the first set and for the majority of the second, Osaka looked in control, despite Fernandez matching her with her forehand and strong serving. Fernandez shocks defending champion Osaka 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z Jenner scored on a power play when she corralled the puck in front of the net and brought it from backhand to forehand to get around the left pad of Nicole Hensley. Poulin scores in OT, Canada wins 1st world title since 2012 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z From there he cracks an unreturnable serve, then hits a forehand volley winner on the next point to hold in his opening service game. US Open 2021: Novak Djokovic v Tallon Griekspoor and more – live! 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z Gauff had a break point in the fourth game of the second set but gave it away with a long return and a couple of forehand misses. Column: Sloane Stephens makes a triumphant return to U.S. Open 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z “Roooone!” they crooned in a collective love call, and he responded by winning the tiebreaker and the set when Djokovic sent a forehand flying long. Column: Holger Vitus Nodskov lost but won U.S. Open hearts against Novak Djokovic 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z Serving for the match at 6-5, Osaka lost her rhythm, handing Fernandez a crucial break as she sent a forehand long. Fernandez shocks defending champion Osaka 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z Brianne Jenner scored on a power play when she corralled the puck in front of the net and brought it from backhand to forehand to get around the left pad of Nicole Hensley. Poulin scores in OT, Canada wins 1st world title since 2012 2021-08-31T04:00:00Z His forehand, with its odd and cramped backswing, is unique and not always in a good way. For Benoît Paire, Just Playing in the U.S. Open Felt Like Winning 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z She had fewer break chances overall — just six — but managed to convert half of them, and her serve and quick-strike forehand did the rest. Osaka makes winning return to Grand Slam tennis at US Open 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z And those lucky enough to be in Ashe rose and roared in unison when Murray smacked a forehand winner to claim the third set. 2012 champion Murray tumbles out of U.S. Open against Tsitsipas 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z She needed just one, turning and celebrating as Osaka sent a cross-court forehand wide. Fernandez shocks defending champion Osaka 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z Murphy took advantage of a turnover at the blue line and went backhand to forehand for a shot that trickled by Keisala. Carpenter, Murphy help US advance to women’s hockey final 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z “He doesn’t have a big serve or a big forehand or backhand, but all of them are good. That’s one of the things he can rely on,” Laver said. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z At Wimbledon, Williams was serving while leading 3-1 in her opening match when her left shoe seemed to lose its traction while she was hitting a forehand and her right leg flexed awkwardly. Serena Williams pulls out of U.S. Open, citing torn hamstring 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z She composed herself and used sharp forehands to close it out. Sasnovich outlasts fifth seed Podoroska in Cleveland 2021-08-24T04:00:00Z Above all, as Gauff struggled to control her forehand, Osaka seemed at peace with the moment and the pressure, raising her game when she needed it most. Naomi Osaka Perseveres, Pushes Into the Round of 16 in Cincinnati 2021-08-18T04:00:00Z He nearly repeated the heroics at 5-6, fending off five more set points until Sinner clinched the set on a netted forehand. At the Citi Open, Jannik Sinner turns back a fierce challenge by Mackenzie McDonald for the title 2021-08-08T04:00:00Z It wasn't really until the second set that he seemed into it, as did the fans, many of whom rose to salute when Nadal broke to lead 3-1 with a forehand passing winner. Nadal bounced by 50th-ranked Harris in Washington 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z It wasn’t really until the second set, that he really seemed into it, as did the fans, many of whom rose to salute when Nadal broke to lead 3-1 with a forehand passing winner. Nadal’s stay at Citi Open cut short by 50th-ranked Harris 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z Sock broke Nadal’s serve first on back-to-back forehand errors by the Spaniard. Rafael Nadal overcomes pain, rust and big-hitting Jack Sock to survive shaky Citi Open debut 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z The consecutive netted forehands that handed over a key break. Nadal returns to tour with 3-set win over Sock in Washington 2021-08-04T04:00:00Z It wasn’t that Kyrgios failed to produce blistering serves and forehands. Defending Citi Open champ Nick Kyrgios ousted in first round: ‘My head’s in the shed.’ 2021-08-03T04:00:00Z She took air backhands and forehands after her rare mistakes. Naomi Osaka wins first-round match at Olympics, then breaks her silence with media 2021-07-25T04:00:00Z The match lasted 2 hours, 11 minutes, ending when Brooksby hit a forehand return into the net on the second match point. Anderson wins Hall of Fame Open title; beating Brooksby 2021-07-18T04:00:00Z Open: attacking from the baseline, ripping inside-out forehands and blocking big serves back deep in the court to deprive an opponent of the traditional advantage. At Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic Sends a Message Impossible to Ignore 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z “He has a lot of firepower, serve and forehand,” Djokovic noted. Novak Djokovic equals his Grand Slam rivals with triumphant Wimbledon victory 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z On 5 live the other day, Pat Cash said that Berrettini’s serve and forehand is bigger than any he’s ever seen before – and he’s seen a few. Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic v Matteo Berrettini, men’s singles final – live! 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z In the next game, she began pounding her serves and forehands and sending Barty into the corners for the first time all afternoon. Ashleigh Barty Wins Wimbledon Women’s Singles Title 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z She served for the victory ahead 6-5 but sailed consecutive forehands long to get broken, then was shaky in the ensuing tiebreaker, which she ceded with a double-fault. Barty beats Pliskova at Wimbledon for 2nd Grand Slam title 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z After a shaky start, Berrettini played with swagger, finding his range with his forehand and fearsome serve and chipping his backhand effectively. At Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic Sends a Message Impossible to Ignore 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z His timing was off, and his normally reliable forehand blasts missed by feet rather than inches. Novak Djokovic equals his Grand Slam rivals with triumphant Wimbledon victory 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z The Czech produces another error, booming a forehand a little long, and Barty will serve for the first set. Wimbledon 2021 women’s singles final: Ashleigh Barty v Karolina Pliskova – live! 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z After that, Barty started to roll once more, curling her forehands again and landing her serves into the corners of the box. Ashleigh Barty Wins Wimbledon Women’s Singles Title 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z She hit winners with her heavy topspin forehand and set up others with her sliced backhands. Barty beats Pliskova at Wimbledon for 2nd Grand Slam title 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z Shapovalov started full of brio, blasting forehands and ripping beautiful one-handed backhands down the line to put the champion on his heels. Novak Djokovic roars past Denis Shapovalov and will play for his sixth Wimbledon title 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z Fewer than half as many winners, 27 — just four on forehands — and 26 unforced errors. Italy’s Berrettini reaches 1st Grand Slam final at Wimbledon 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z Barty climbs into three big forehands in the first rally of the match, off her second serve. Wimbledon 2021 women’s singles final: Ashleigh Barty v Karolina Pliskova – live! 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z Playing the first point of the game she takes it to Kerber, setting up the rally with a lob and finishing it with a forehand. Wimbledon 2021 semi-finals: Barty v Kerber and Pliskova v Sabalenka – live! 2021-07-08T04:00:00Z But five points later, it was over as Federer missed his last forehand wide. Roger Federer Loses at Wimbledon, Maybe for the Last Time 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z On the next point, the chair umpire again stepped in to call a forehand from Shapovalov long — a decision that was also upheld after a challenge. In Wimbledon semis, Kerber stands in Barty’s way again 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z He held a break point there that he failed to convert when he flubbed a forehand to cap a 28-stroke exchange, the longest of the match. Djokovic wins in straight sets for 10th Wimbledon semifinal 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z A nice, comfortable hold for Barty to begin - and some ominous signs from her forehand already. Wimbledon 2021 women’s singles final: Ashleigh Barty v Karolina Pliskova – live! 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z Barty saves two and is well set to do likewise with the third, controlling the rally ... but then she swipes a forehand wide! Wimbledon 2021 semi-finals: Barty v Kerber and Pliskova v Sabalenka – live! 2021-07-08T04:00:00Z He finished the match with 18 unforced errors on his forehand and won only 35 percent of his second-serve points. Roger Federer Loses at Wimbledon, Maybe for the Last Time 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z Kerber only compiled 15 winners, but that was enough because she limited Muchova to just two forehand winners herself — compared to a combined 33 unforced or forced errors with that stroke. 2018 champion Kerber vs. No. 1 Barty in Wimbledon semifinals 2021-07-06T04:00:00Z On Monday, she again deployed her numerous weapons: crisply sliced serves and backhands, a heavy forehand, angled volleys and blocked returns. At Wimbledon, the Women’s Quarterfinals Have Just One Past Champ 2021-07-05T04:00:00Z After dumping a forehand into the net to get broken yet again and trail 3-2 after 15 minutes, Gauff whacked her calf with her racket before walking to the sideline for the changeover. On last Manic Monday, Federer, Djokovic, Kerber stick around 2021-07-05T04:00:00Z But she finds herself at 30-15, and if Barty gets into this next point, she’s in trouble ... which is what happens, that forehand dictating till a backhand goes into the net. Wimbledon 2021 semi-finals: Barty v Kerber and Pliskova v Sabalenka – live! 2021-07-08T04:00:00Z Goodness me, Sabalenka looks hot serving at 3-3 but suddenly loses it at the end of the game, a wild forehand handing Rybakina break point then, with the court open, a wilder one drops wide! Wimbledon: Barty and Djokovic in action, Jabeur sinks Swiatek – live! 2021-07-05T04:00:00Z Gauff is a more powerful, complete player than she was at 15, with an improved forehand and a serve that is a genuine weapon. At Wimbledon, Coco Gauff, Emma Raducanu signal that future of women’s tennis is here 2021-07-04T04:00:00Z But Barty held firm, doing consistent damage with her own serve and forehand. At Wimbledon, the Women’s Quarterfinals Have Just One Past Champ 2021-07-05T04:00:00Z The forehand slice stayed low and often skidded away from the opponent, making it difficult to hit a solid passing shot, particularly with the wooden rackets and gut strings of yore. Roger Federer’s Gift to Tennis: A Shot That Players Love to Hit 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z “Shut up and play and focus on your forehands.” A Few Tennis Pros Make a Fortune. Most Barely Scrape By. 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z And she needed three match points in the final game before Cirstea netted a forehand. British teen Raducanu joins Gauff in 4th round at Wimbledon 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z It was Federer’s only official match with Sampras, who later became a friend, and he finished it with a clean forehand return winner. At Wimbledon, Roger Federer Is Staying Firmly in the Moment 2021-07-01T04:00:00Z A battery of forehands back up a monstrous serve to seal the deal, but Berrettini, who was put under plenty of pressure, knows he’s in a match. Wimbledon 2021: Barty, Federer, Norrie and Gauff all in action – live! 2021-07-01T04:00:00Z The Australian greats Roy Emerson and Rod Laver defended with a sliced forehand on occasion. Roger Federer’s Gift to Tennis: A Shot That Players Love to Hit 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z And the flashy forehands he flicked with no notice to end points. Kyrgios 'not bad for a part-time player' in Wimbledon win 2021-06-30T04:00:00Z But on the following point, Williams hit a forehand awkwardly into the net. Serena Williams, in Pain and in Tears, Exits Wimbledon With a Leg Injury 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z Williams, seeded sixth, seemed to do the damage when she rocked backwards on the baseline before unleashing a forehand back to her opponent. Williams out after Wimbledon injury 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z On the third, a powerful forehand from Williams forced an error, and Buzarnescu put her hands on her hips. Venus, 41, rises to 90th Wimbledon win in 90th career major 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z It is best known as the squash shot, in part because Federer played squash in his youth, and it is a lunging forehand slash, typically from an open stance. Roger Federer’s Gift to Tennis: A Shot That Players Love to Hit 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z Also yesterday, Jack Draper took the first set off Novak Djokovic, and with his swinging lefty serve, booming forehand and implacable tenacity, looks like he might develop into a player. Wimbledon 2021: Barty, Federer and Williams in action on day two – live! 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z And he was rewarded for it, breaking Tsitsipas in the opening game and keeping the pressure on with big serves and blistering forehands. On Wimbledon’s long-awaited opening day, Frances Tiafoe stages the biggest upset 2021-06-28T04:00:00Z The Austrian, 27, retired from his match against Adrian Mannarino in Mallorca on Tuesday after hurting his wrist while hitting a forehand. Injured Thiem to miss Wimbledon 2021-06-24T04:00:00Z There's a fist pump from Sampras as his opponent's forehand volley at the net sails long. 'It was a change of era, a lift-off moment' 2021-06-23T04:00:00Z Jabeur stretched to her right and chopped a forehand crosscourt to get herself back into a rally that she ended up winning. Roger Federer’s Gift to Tennis: A Shot That Players Love to Hit 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z The Austrian retired from his match against Adrian Mannarino in Mallorca on Tuesday after appearing to hurt his wrist while hitting a forehand. Thiem doubtful for Wimbledon 2021-06-23T04:00:00Z Berrettini won the last three points of the tiebreaker against Evans with nerveless serving and relentless forehands. Berrettini, de Minaur reach Queen’s Club semis 2021-06-18T04:00:00Z Djokovic ripped a forehand from the middle of the court to set up his second championship point and won it with a neat cross-court volley. Novak Djokovic erases two-set deficit to win French Open, claim 19th Grand Slam title 2021-06-13T04:00:00Z The Swiss meets his return moving in, with a powerful forehand to the other side of the court. 'It was a change of era, a lift-off moment' 2021-06-23T04:00:00Z It is the best way to hit a forehand drop shot, of course, but it also was long the favored method for approaching the net. Roger Federer’s Gift to Tennis: A Shot That Players Love to Hit 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z He broke Djokovic’s serve in the first game, then, leading, 4-2, laced a forehand down the line and forced Djokovic into yet another error to get his second break of serve. Now Halfway to a Grand Slam, Novak Djokovic Wins the French Open 2021-06-13T04:00:00Z After winning three quick points on Pavlyuchenkova’s serve, she spun a crosscourt forehand to within inches of the sideline and grabbed a lead that she would not relinquish. Barbora Krejcikova Wins the French Open 2021-06-12T04:00:00Z With impressive reach, he’s unafraid to volley and boasts a Pythagorean command of angles on his punishing forehand. Novak Djokovic erases two-set deficit to win French Open, claim 19th Grand Slam title 2021-06-13T04:00:00Z The Czech’s slice forehand was a dependable weapon throughout the set, and Pavlyuchenkova simply wasn’t aggressive enough to hurt her at all. Barbora Krejcikova honors late coach and wins a French Open filled with twists and upsets 2021-06-12T04:00:00Z “It surprised me that she played so much to my forehand, but I did some mistakes at the beginning,” Swiatek said. Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff Eliminated in French Open Quarterfinals 2021-06-09T04:00:00Z He didn’t disappoint, unleashing his powerful forehand, breaking Nadal three times in the first two sets and shaking his confidence. It’s Nadal vs. Djokovic in the French Open, but One Round Early 2021-06-09T04:00:00Z But Sakkari used clean strokes — accumulating 26 winners, nine more than her opponent — and a strategy of serving to Swiatek’s forehand to gain control. Sakkari tops 2020 French champ Swiatek; 4 in 1st Slam SFs 2021-06-09T04:00:00Z The American gets to a drop volley, hits a clean winner with two feet fully off the ground, and then somehow scrambles to hit a sublime forehand up the line. French Open 2021: Maria Sakkari v Iga Swiatek, Krejcikova beats Gauff – live! 2021-06-09T04:00:00Z She saves the first, but a forehand down the line is just wide, and Zidansek is now in charge of this match. French Open quarter-final: Tamara Zidansek v Paula Badosa – live! 2021-06-08T04:00:00Z France’s tennis federation unveiled a statue of him on the grounds here before the tournament began, a steel abstraction of the final moments of his powerful forehand shot. In Paris, Rafael Nadal Is the Same as Always, and Yet He’s Different 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z She sends a forehand long, and it’s 4-1 to her opponent in the first set. French Open 2021: Coco Gauff, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal in action – live! 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z Rybakina said she followed her coach’s strategy of sending shots to Williams’ backhand side and trying to stay away from her forehand. Serena Williams loses, Roger Federer withdraws at French Open 2021-06-06T04:00:00Z Williams was down 4-3 in the second set but pulled even again when Rybakina sailed a forehand well wide to get broken. Serena Williams loses at French Open; Federer withdraws 2021-06-06T04:00:00Z The pressure tells at deuce, Zidansek netting a forehand and then getting quickly overpowered in a rally. French Open quarter-final: Tamara Zidansek v Paula Badosa – live! 2021-06-08T04:00:00Z “It’s amazing how quick he was after his serve to find his forehand,” Norrie said after his loss. In Paris, Rafael Nadal Is the Same as Always, and Yet He’s Different 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z She plays a terrific game to break again, a cross-court forehand winner sealing the deal, and in 90 seconds she’ll serve for the last eight. French Open 2021: Pavlyuchenkova beats Azarenka, Tsitsipas and Serena Williams in action – live! 2021-06-06T04:00:00Z Williams then was down 4-3 in the second set but pulled even again when Rybakina sailed a forehand well wide to get broken. Serena Williams loses, Roger Federer withdraws at French Open 2021-06-06T04:00:00Z With the help of Renée Richards, a new coach who played professional tennis in the 1970s after undergoing transition surgery Navratilova learned a topspin backhand and a crushing forehand volley. Martina Navratilova Has Plenty to Say 2021-06-06T04:00:00Z Muchova tries a drop shot for the first time but Stephens runs it down easily and puts away a forehand winner. French Open 2021: Nadal v Norrie, Djokovic and Svitolina in action – live! 2021-06-05T04:00:00Z He will slice, bash and flick his forehand all during the same point, wait for the slightest opening and then pounce. Young Italian Men Are Taking Over the French Open. They Have No Idea Why. 2021-06-04T04:00:00Z But she quickly arranges another opportunity ... then spurns it, and Azarenka punishes her, upping the aggression to clinch the set principally via forehand. French Open 2021: Pavlyuchenkova beats Azarenka, Tsitsipas and Serena Williams in action – live! 2021-06-06T04:00:00Z She goes on the attack to try and save a game point at 40-30, but sends a forehand wide, and it’s 1-1. French Open 2021: Azarenka wins, Zverev and Serena Williams in action – live! 2021-06-04T04:00:00Z Absolutely stunning stuff from Li, a searing forehand winner down the line, which forces her second break point of the game. French Open 2021: Barty retires injured, Svitolina wins, Federer to come – live! 2021-06-03T04:00:00Z Zverev knows that ultimately, he’s got too much for Safiullin, and two big forehands convert the second of two break points. French Open: Alexander Zverev, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Serena Williams in action – live! 2021-06-02T04:00:00Z Unlike many of his opponents, Swiatek got a huge thrill from being on the receiving end of the kicking, spinning left-handed Nadal forehand that spits off the dust. King vs queen: Defending French champs practice together 2021-05-31T04:00:00Z |
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