: Aim to consistently hit your stronger forehand against your opponent's weaker backhand. By hitting crosscourt into this "red zone," you use the longest part of the court for higher consistency while forcing your opponent into a defensive position.
Unlike doubles, there is to cover the other half. You must manage: 1 on 1 tennis
Momentum in singles is palpable. Unlike team sports where a teammate can lift your spirits, a singles player losing momentum must arrest the slide alone. The scoring system (the unique "15, 30, 40" structure) creates constant pressure points. Being up 40-0 is comfortable; being up 40-30 feels drastically different. The ability to compartmentalize—forgetting the last point and focusing entirely on the next—is the hallmark of a champion. : Aim to consistently hit your stronger forehand
Strategy in 1 on 1 tennis is fluid, generally categorized into three distinct playstyles. You must manage: Momentum in singles is palpable
The net is the great equalizer. In singles, the net is lower in the center (3 feet) than at the posts (3.5 feet). This is why the safest shots in singles are cross-court; they allow the ball to travel over the lowest part of the net while traveling the longest distance, providing the highest margin for error.