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Tennis Confidential: Today'S Greatest Players, Matches, and Controversies

Paperback

Main Details

Title Tennis Confidential: Today'S Greatest Players, Matches, and Controversies
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Paul Fein
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:320
Dimensions(mm): Height 230,Width 150
Category/GenreTennis
ISBN/Barcode 9781574885262
ClassificationsDewey:796.342092
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Potomac Books Inc
Imprint Potomac Books Inc
Publication Date 30 January 2003
Publication Country United States

Description

In this outstanding collection of essays and interviews, Paul Fein takes the reader into the world of the pro tennis tour with inside scoops about the game's greatest stars, past and present. Tennis Confidential includes interviews with such all-time greats as Pete Sampras, John McEnroe, Arthur Ashe, and Jimmy Connors along with essays about the careers of other stars like Andre Agassi, the Williams sisters, Jennifer Capriati, and Anna Kournikova. Fein also reviews the careers of pioneering players like Martina Navratilova, Bjorn Borg, and Rod Laver. Tennis Confidential tackles the issues that confront the sport today, from the media's fascination with teenage players on the women's tour to the changes in the game caused by new racket designs and tactical innovations. Fein also reviews the ten greatest matches in tennis history. He gives fans at every level a unique perspective on the game and its history.

Reviews

I'm pleased to recommend "Tennis Confidential". It's an insightful study of the game, a vivid evocation of significant matches and a sterling characterization of legendary players. Must reading for anyone who follows tennis.