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TENNIS Magazine
July 2006 Issue

July 2006 - TENNIS MagazineLearning Curve
A quarter of an hour and this six-step guide are all you need to begin developing a wicked slice serve.
BY PAT DOUGHERTY

One-Party Rule
What makes Wimbledon the king of Slams? It’s the all-time champions who dominate on the turf. This year, Roger Federer continues the tradition as he goes for his fourth consecutive crown.
BY JAMES MARTIN

Will the Champ Be Back?
The last time we saw Venus Williams at Wimbledon she was trying to jump out of Centre Court after winning her third title. Is she ready to jump back in this year?
BY CINDY SHMERLER

The Duel
Tennis is fueled by its rivalries, but the men’s game is still looking for a successor to Sampras vs. Agassi. Can Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal fill the bill?
BY STEPHEN TIGNOR

Great Shots
She forehand volleys of Billie Jean King and Amelie Mauresmo

Quick Fix
A trick that will help you soften your hands at net

Brad's Corner
What you can learn from Martina Hingis

Drill Seekers
Using a big forehand to transition to net

Professional Advice
Your questions answered

Paul's Clinic
Holding serve as a team in doubles

Tip
Advice from TENNIS.com

Gear
If you want to play a match, you need a court, an opponent, and a good can of balls. We put six varieties to the test to see how they stack up.
BY JON LEVEY

Health & Fitness
There’s no getting around it: You’re going to be in the sun this summer. Here’s how to protect your skin.
BY DANA SULLIVAN

The Tennis Life
Every four years, the “masters” of the game—its senior members—crown a world champion.
BY SUSAN SIMMONS

Court of Appeals
Rules, rules, rules

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Chrissie's Page, Baseline, Scoreboard, Calendar, Rankings, My Point

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