* A flat serve is hard,powerful and often the fastest serve, making it ideal for a first serve in a tennis game.

* Slice serves also tend to sit low on the court due to their sidespin and can get your opponent out of position, giving you an opening to take advantage.

* Kick serves have less power,more control and typically done by advanced players, allowing the server to hit specifically to a player’s weakness.

* Underhand serves fall short and light over the net (like a drop shot), leading the ball to bounce twice before the returning player has a chance to reach it. * It is less commonly used, mostly taught to children just starting to play and regarded as the most controversial serve.

* Your trusty companion on the court, choose one that feels like an extension of your arm. * **Recommended product: [Slazenger RazorTennis Racket](https://www.sportsdirect.com.my/slazenger-razortennis-racket-741074#colcode=74107403)**

* Channel your inner tennis pro and keep those pesky droplets at bay. * **Recommended product: [Slazenger Headband](https://www.sportsdirect.com.my/slazenger-headband-747038#colcode=74703801)**

* Protect that skin while you're busy protecting your court

* Stay hydrated in style, it’s the key! * **Recommended product: [Everlast Gym Barrel Water Bottle](https://www.sportsdirect.com.my/everlast-gym-barrel-water-bottle-840118#colcode=84011803)**

* Your racket should feel like an extension of your arm, so pick one that matches your style and personality.

* Bigger heads are more forgiving, while smaller ones offer more control. Choose what suits your game.

* Lighter rackets are easier to maneuver, but heavier ones pack more punch. Strike a balance that feels right for you.

* Make sure the grip size feels comfortable in your hand. You want to be able to hold on tight without cramping up.

* Consider the string pattern, open for more spin, tight for more control. It's all about how you want to play the game.

* A stiffer frame offers more power, while a flexible one gives you a better feel. What's your preference?

* Remember, expensive doesn't always mean better. Find a racket that fits your game and your wallet.

* At the end of the day, choose the racket that makes you feel like a champion when you step onto the court!

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Tennis FAQs

Tennis is a racket sport played between two players (singles) or two teams of two players each (doubles), where the objective is to hit a ball over a net into the opponent's court. Points are scored when the opponent fails to return the ball within the court boundaries.