Crushing the Breaker

What does it really take to win tiebreakers? In tennis tiebreakers frequently decide sets. And now even on the tour, super tie breakers can decide matches. Obviously playing tibreakers effectively has a huge impact on your long term competitive results. But many competitors look like different players when playing breakers. They fear them and they and don't understand the dynamics that make them different from regular games. So let's clarify all that and outline some simple, highly effective tactics to help you win the highest possible percentage of the tie breakers you play. Mental Approach Mental toughness is the foundation of tie breaker success. You need to enjoy the experience of playing them. You have to look forward to tiebreakers and see them as opportunities. You need to believe that you are better prepared to play the breaker than your opponent. You must approach each breaker believing that you know how to win it and expecting to do so. You play breakers to win instead of playing not to lose. There is a big difference in those two mindsets. So learn to visualize the win. Anything less than this mental approach gives your opponent the advantage. Strategy The fundamental strategic...