#MondayMotivation: Nick Bollettieri on handling adverse conditions

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#MondayMotivation: Nick Bollettieri on handling adverse conditions

No matter the situation, always stay relaxed, calm and cool.

Published Oct 30, 2017

Each Monday, legendary tennis coach Nick Bollettieri takes over TENNIS.com with #MondayMotivation—an inspirational quote than any tennis player can learn from.

Adverse conditions and situations will only be made worse if you lose your temper or concentration. The only way to succeed—on or off the court—is to remain grounded, and to maintain a positive attitude.

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#MondayMotivation: Nick Bollettieri on handling adverse conditions

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