Slow start in matches

Muhammad Noman Asked 7 years ago

Hello,

I have identified a recent problem that in almost start of every match, I tend to lose first couple of sets. But then once my momentum builds up, I make a come back and win remaining sets to win the game. Sometimes from match point down.

But the problem is against high level players, this does not work and I easily lose the match in straight sets.

This has cost me a lot particularly the score line is either 3-0 loss against high level players or a 3-2 win against good players.

Any advise on how can I improve on that aspect.

Thanks

Noman

Alois Rosario Answered 7 years ago

Hi Noman,

Try to prepare for the match and make sure you are ready to play the first point as well as you can.

Some things that will help this are:

• Do a good off table warm up so that you are sweating before you start.
• Do a good hitting warm up.  Go through some drills and also play some practice games before going out for your match.
• Take a minute or two to think about the tactics that you are going to use during the match.

Takes these steps and see if this improves your ability to start a match better.