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Unpredictable Schedules Stress Tennis Players, Impacting Performance

8/18/2025

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Story summary

Unpredictable match schedules create stress and energy management issues for players.
Emma Raducanu faced anxiety during her 2021 Wimbledon match, leading to a panic attack.
Carlos Alcaraz and others are frustrated by lengthy matches preceding theirs, affecting their preparation.
Players cope by warming up multiple times and developing strategies to maintain focus.

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Story summary

Unpredictable match schedules create stress and energy management issues for players.
Emma Raducanu faced anxiety during her 2021 Wimbledon match, leading to a panic attack.
Carlos Alcaraz and others are frustrated by lengthy matches preceding theirs, affecting their preparation.
Players cope by warming up multiple times and developing strategies to maintain focus.