Fred Dessen

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Novak Djokovic Surpasses Federer In The Wimbledon Record Books

In the grand theater of Centre Court, where history is written match by match, Novak Djokovic delivered another chapter in a story that by now feels almost inevitable. With a 7-6(6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 win over qualifier Roman Safiullin, the…

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Alexander Zverev Claims His First Grand Slam Title

In the storied theater of Court Philippe-Chatrier, where careers are built and heartbreak is often the final act, Alexander Zverev finally authored his own happy ending. With a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 victory over first-time finalist Flavio Cobolli,…

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When Tennis Players Should Actually Be Drinking Coffee

There is a reason the pros treat their pre-match espresso like part of the warm-up routine. Coffee, done right, is one of the quietest performance tools in the game. It can sharpen focus on serving, support recovery after a three-set…

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Carlos Alcaraz Confirmed To Miss Wimbledon And Queen’s Club

On Tuesday, Carlos Alcaraz posted a statement on social media confirming what pretty much everyone in tennis had been quietly hoping would not happen: he is withdrawing from Wimbledon and Queen’s Club. The entire grass-court swing, gone. Just like that.…

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Use This Anti-Inflammatory Diet To Increase Performance

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to germs, toxins, or the micro-tears and stress caused by intense training. While this physiological reaction is essential for muscle repair and adaptation, living in a state of chronic inflammation is detrimental to your…

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Eat With The Seasons, Perform With The Seasons

Seasonal eating is more than a culinary preference. It is a practice that nourishes both body and performance. At a time when ultra-processed foods dominate much of the Western diet, the benefits of choosing what grows naturally at different points…

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The Mental Recovery That Happens Off The Court Is Just As Important As The Physical Kind

There is a moment that every tennis player knows. You have just dropped a set you should have won. The changeover is sixty seconds. You sit down, towel off, take a sip of water, and try to locate some version…

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What Tennis Does To Your Joints Over Time, And How To Eat Around It

Hard courts do not forgive. Every step, every split step, every emergency sprint to a wide ball sends a force through the ankle, up through the knee, and into the hip that a grass or clay surface would partially absorb.…

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The Most Gorgeous Photos Of Mallorca Through The Years

Jet-setters, Hollywood stars, partygoers, Spaniards passing through… For decades, Mallorca has been a playground of a colorful crowd who love the art of living the good life. On the terraces of villas perched on the rocks, by boat or on…

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4 Detox Juice Recipes

Are you trying to add some extra nutrients to your day? Try one of these detox juice recipes from Liz Levine, a dietician and health-conscious chef. “While juices aren’t meant to replace meals, they can still be used as a…

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Tennis Increases Life Expectancy By 10 Years

Racket sports, especially tennis, top the list of sports that increase life expectancy. Several studies show the beneficial effects of racket sports on longevity, including one conducted on over 80,000 adults over the period of nine years, published in the…

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Dairy May Help You Age More Gracefully

According to a recent study, eating dairy might be very beneficial to our health, especially as we age. Why? Staying mobile helps the body remain youthful, and for that, strong bones are essential. In order to keep our bones strong,…

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