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Defusing the Scud

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Lessons from the match between Rafter and Philippoussis at the 1998 U.S. Open are presented. These include Rafter's mixing up his serves and returns which required Philippoussis to hit difficult first volleys, and Rafter's use of a single loose game and striving to play from the lead.

Author: McEnroe, Patrick
Publisher: Miller Sports Group
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 1998

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Spin doctor

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Patrick Rafter's devastating kick serve has made him one of the top contenders in professional tennis. Rafter executes his serve using a continental grip which gives the ball a tremendous top spin, thereby making the shot difficult to return.

Author: Emerson, Roy
Publisher: Miller Sports Group
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 1999

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Fast forward

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The footwork that is key to tennis player Patrick Rafter's serve-and-volley game is analyzed. Tips on imitating his technique are included.

Author: Cash, Pat
Publisher: Miller Sports Group
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 2001

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Subjects list: Methods, Tennis, Tennis players, Rafter, Patrick
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