'We're not machines' – Federer says players' mental health not helped by tour demands

Roger Federer believes that the intense schedule of the tennis tour can have a negative impact on the mental health of the players. Federer, now retired, won 20 Grand Slam titles between 2003 and 2018 before leaving the sport in September this year, and is well aware of the challenges players face. Several big-name stars … Read more

Emma Raducanu needs a fitness guru to build her a body that is fit for purpose

Having said that, there has been a recurring lack of stability in Raducanu’s support staff throughout the year, which extends beyond his habit of changing coaches as often as a model changes her hairstyle. Although Raducanu still uses the same physical trainer he used as a junior, Gareth Shelbourne, he does not tour with her. … Read more

Former tennis star Jelena Dokic says nearly took her own life due to mental health struggles | Tennis News – Times of India

MELBOURNE: Former top 10 tennis player Jelena Dokic he almost took his own life in April during fights with his mental healththe Australian said on social media. Dokic, who played his last professional match in 2014 and has worked as a commentator on Australian television in recent years, said he had been battling “constant feelings … Read more

Svitolina wants more mental health aid for juniors

PARIS — elina svitolin she can vividly recall her struggles as an eager young player on the international tennis circuit, and is now campaigning for better mental health protection for young people starting out in their careers. Svitolina, former number 3 in the ranking, remembers how hard the weight of expectation, loneliness and long trips … Read more