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Winning Ugly

(Paperback, Reissue)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

Winning Ugly

Contributors:

By (Author) Brad Gilbert
By (author) Steve Jamison

ISBN:

9781847390578

Publisher:

Simon & Schuster Ltd

Imprint:

Simon & Schuster Ltd

Publication Date:

1st August 2007

UK Publication Date:

4th June 2007

Edition:

Reissue

Country:

United Kingdom

Classifications

Readership:

General

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Main Subject:
Dewey:

796.342019

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

304

Dimensions:

Width 129mm, Height 198mm

Description

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 UglyGilbert 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 your opponents before, during and much after a match; forcing him or her to play your game. Winning Ugly is an invaluable combat manual for the court, and its tips include some real gems. Ultimately, Winning Uglywill help you beat players who have been beating you.

Reviews

Andre Agassi

"Winning Ugly" explains Brad's formula for a winning tennis game. He understands the mental part of tennis better than anyone I have ever met. Brad helped me improve my game and I believe he can improve yours.


Jim Courier

"Winning Ugly" is a totally new approach to getting more out of your tennis game. I wish it had been around when I was learning how to play.


Pete Sampras

"Winning Ugly" is great. These are pro tactics that will improve a recreational player's game fast. "Winning Ugly" teaches how to play better tennis and is very entertaining.

Author Bio

Brad Gilbert, known as the Tour's 'Giant Killer' because of his ability to beat the superstars, is among the top fifteen players in all-time career winnings. He is an Olympic medallist and has represented the United States in Davis Cup play. Steve Jamison is a writer, television producer and host.

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