On 2010-03-13 Charlynn P. Throckmorton, Oakland, CA wrote: Brad Gilbert is an admitted long-time sports nut and analytical strategist, and he brings his unique, analytical perspective to tennis. After having read his book (I´m on the second go-round), I´m finding myself much more observant of both my own game and that of my opponent. The book is more of a left brained Inner Guide to Tennis, and is well worth the reading time. Plus, Gilbert has a kind of sardonic, self-depreciating sense of humor which makes it fun to read.. And summed up by saying Winning Ugly. Currently Winning Ugly: Mental Warfare in Tennis--Lessons from a Master has an overall rating of 8 over 10.
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Fireside claimed He´s been called the best in the world at the mental game of tennis. Brad Gilbert´s strokes may not be pretty, but looks aren´t everything. He has beaten the Tour´s biggest names -- all by playing his ´ugly´ game. Now, in Winning Ugly Gilbert teaches recreational players how to win more often without necessarily even changing their strokes. The key to success, he says, is to become a better thinking player -- to recognize, analyze, and capitalize. That means outthinking opponents before, during, and after a match; forcing him or her to play your game. Gilbert´s unconventional advice includes: * How to identify the seven ´Hidden Ad Points,´ and what to do when they come up * Six reasons why you should never serve first * How to beat a Lefty, a Retriever, a Serve-Volley player, and other troublesome opponents * How to keep a lead, or stop a match from slipping away * How to handle psyching and gamesmanship Winning Ugly is an invaluable combat manual for the court, and its tips include ´some real gems,´ according to Tennis magazine. Ultimately, Winning Ugly will help you beat players who have been beating you.
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