For years I've been trying to get players to
understand that stiff, polyester strings are not for everyone. Read the
following (condensed version) and let me know what you think.
An interesting conversation took place last week during the
women's year end championships in Istanbul. Leif Shiras who was ranked as high
as 31 in the world, and former world #1 Lindsey Davenport, were commentating
during the Serena-Azerenka match. It was brought up that Serena who had been
using natural gut for years, now uses a blend of natural gut and
"Luxillon." (As ususal they have no idea which particular Luxillon
string Serena uses.)Tho following has been heavily edited. Lindsey: The
Luxillon gives her a little more control and spin. You lose feel and touch
especially at the net but that is a lost art anyway. Leif: I do a lot of the
Champions Tour events. Many of the guys are using Luxillon. Lindsey: How are
their arms? Leif: Oh their arms are killing them! Leif: So you wouldn't
recommend Luxillon strings for recreational players. Lindsey: Not a great idea.
Tennis Should Not be Played in Pain! Eric
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