đź§± Play the Point, Not the Score

Max, this is such a key question, because closing out matches is where players often get tight, overthink, and let pressure get the best of them. But here’s the truth: there’s no such thing as a “closing-out” skill—there’s only the next point. The more you try to “finish,” the more you start playing not to lose. You stop swinging the way you’ve been swinging, and your body gets tense because your mind has jumped into the future. Instead, come back to what got you the momentum in the first place. Play the next point like it’s 0–0. Keep your tempo, stay aggressive, stay bold. Closing is a mentality, not a different skill—it’s continuing to play your game all the way through the tape.

🌊 Momentum Isn’t Real. Stability Is.

Riding momentum feels great—but don’t depend on it. Momentum is just an external rhythm you’ve synced up with. When it fades (and it always does), your focus needs to rest on something internal. That something is stability. Stability comes from feeling your feet on the ground, taking full breaths, and staying connected to your body—not your thoughts. The moment you start thinking “don’t mess up” or “I just need one more point,” you’re destabilizing your attention. So instead, you stay stable by keeping your awareness in your body and letting go of everything you don’t control. Stability is the foundation of Command—because the most powerful strikes come from the most grounded positions.

🎯 Your Only Job Is to Be Ready

The biggest myth in tennis is that it’s your job to win. It’s not. It’s your job to be ready—to be in position, mentally and physically, to play your best. The outcome isn’t in your hands, but your state is. That’s why at CP, we don’t just talk about confidence—we train it. We don’t just hope you close matches—we help you stabilize attention, command momentum, and express from your zone when it matters most. So if you’re ready to stop collapsing at 5–3 and start showing up as the boldest version of you, book a call with Tim. We’ll show you how to play the point—all the way home.
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