The specifics of competitive activity of highly skilled tennis players in matches on grass courts

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Dr. Hab., Professor A.P. Skorodumova1
A.R. Tarpishcheva1
D.G. Abdrakhmanova1
S.S. Lobanova1
1Federal Science Center of Physical Culture and Sport (VNIIFK), Moscow

Objective of the study is to identify the characteristics of the external load on highly skilled tennis players when playing on grass courts (fast).
Methods and structure of the study. An analysis was conducted of the indicators of competitive (striking) actions of the world's leading tennis players who competed from the 1/8 finals to the finals at the Grand Slam tournament – Wimbledon (grass). The actions of tennis players in 30 matches were recorded.
Results and conclusions. The indicators of external load and their dynamics during a match on grass were determined. The average number of points played of varying duration was established.

Keywords: competitive activity, highly skilled tennis players, grass surface, Wimbledon.

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