Back On The Clay In Italy | Road To 1 ATP Point

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[@PopcornRL1]

Favorite series of all time! Keep up the great work!

[@tennisbrothers]

top feedback - thank you!

[@PopcornRL1]

@@tennisbrothers come to the U.S !!!! Would love to drive or fly to wherever you play

[@k3ntyb3nty]

Whenever Felix uploads, it is always a great day. Great video!

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you!

[@bradyplaystennis]

Very sorry but what is Felix last name? i want to look up his UTR

[@giacomoducato9873]

I don't know if it's just for the voice-over, but you're always pointing out every little thing you did well. A positive mindset is important, but if you look at the top players they're often critical of their games and are never tooting their own horns. It comes across as you being complacent and it really seems like you lack that cutthroat competitive nature/fire if you regularly go into matches with prejudices like "he's much more experienced than me" or "this will be a learning experience." Being too nice to yourself won't win you any matches. You actually need to believe you can win these from the get-go to do this, not having excuses to fall back on as backup from the start.

[@joshuakim4442]

Agreed

[@chrisdoesmusic]

Yeah agree with this. It’s frustrating as a viewer / supporter seeing the blatant talent and potential but then listening to the repetitive excuses / explanations which at this point are super gratuitous.

[@boaconstrictor4302]

Yeah I fell that he has the all too common yet dangerous “I’ll play as best I can and if I lose I lose” mentality. It gives you an out. You really have to have the fire and say to yourself “ I’m not losing to this guy across the net”.

[@frozendiamondz]

Agree. When broken early at 3-1 in the first set: “I think inexperience, I’ve always had a shaky start but I’ve always made up for it in the games after…”. Not sure if having a mentality of accepting a poor start in all your matches is a good one. If that’s a problem then work on it. Play the early games with just as much importance as the later ones else you’ll find yourself in situations where you can’t make it up like this match. Find your rhythm and depth in the warm up. Toss the mentality of a being a player with a slow start and play hard from the beginning and think of yourself of a player who plays hard from point 1!! Keep up the hard work !

[@nawaki4586]

This struck me too, he was 6-2 5-2 down and all he talked about up to that point was how well he was playing? Props for being able to fight for that second set but he was getting smoked before that.

[@wokengamer4891]

9:44 with all do respect, that ball was definitely in Felix. never mind the screen was a little glitchy it was out Love your content anyways though. don't hate me Felix I've been watching your whole journey, I am just mad because I recently had someone calling bad line calls

[@ToiletCarnage]

Do you think if you weren't filming you'd get hooked more? These tourneys seem pretty cutthroat especially with no chair. Obviously this is clay so you can kinda check most calls but still curious.

[@skeet0rz]

Had the same thought. I was honestly shocked he gave you that baseline call at 4-5, deuce after he dropped 3 match pts on his previous service game.

[@maxrobinson4956]

Nah don’t think so on clay. Ball was clearly in as well

[@TheSklizo]

Not sure how it is in Europe, but I’ve played a ton of futures in the US this year and everybody has been decently fair. I think when you see the same faces week in and week out that if you start hooking people you’ll get a bad reputation quickly and people won’t want to practice with you.

[@tennisbrothers]

Probably.. but honestly...most players are really fair and as far as I see it's also not a problem in other matches from other players

[@tennisbrothers]

You are right - most players are fair!

[@landonlowe4029]

3 match points saved in a row on his serve Wow! Good stuff Felix

[@Kugann]

that was definitley in at 9:44 LMAO, i thought there would be an umpire for these sort of games

[@tennisbrothers]

Umpires are there for the maindraw...

[@SantiBotero]

Hello Felix! Just noticed that you did not made the cutoff this week. A question I've always had - why not trying playing for a month in a place where the cutoff is easier? For example, Tunisia or Egypt (this week it may get even wilder like Mozambique eheh)... Have a great week and thank you for sharing us your journey!

[@JackSmith-mj3pi]

What cutoff? He didn't make qualifying?

[@TenisAmador]

@@JackSmith-mj3pi Yes. He is the 39th alternate (!!) for the qualifying. The last direct acceptance for the qualifying was number #1194 in the ATP rankings..

[@mr.schloopka1124]

@@JackSmith-mj3pi Yeah, everybody wants to play in sunny Italy

[@axeman5540]

Yeah I wondered the same thing tbh. Feels like he’s trying to walk before he can run. Maybe he wants a holiday as well as playing tennis, idk

[@tennisbrothers]

Good and valid point. I stayed in Europe in 2023 as I felt I learn more when playing the better players. I don't mind stringer players as it helps to develop faster. I might switch to other regions in 2023. I need to find my balance...

[@adamkot5793]

Felix, have you considered playing in Sharm ElSheikh Egypt 15k event or similar? It looks little bit easier to get through quali there, and with some more points you wont hit the wall anymore trying to play in quali of tournaments somewhere closer to your home. Cheers

[@batmon696]

Your analysis is great and commentary is entertaining for sure. I noticed when your opponent went high topspin to your response was either slice, runaround forehand to middle, tight blocking two-handed backhand. Your recovery is very very good but if you can find a way to mitigate that damage or even turn it into a strength, I think it will put pressure back on your opponent to rethink their strategy. This is just off a glance of highlights. Great work!

[@Thieulini]

That ball on 9:45 was in ;) hehe

[@LONZOO98]

i have to check again that 9:45 ball out...

[@chrisdrgs38]

it's in. You can miss it during the game, but sad that he still referes to it as out while he edited that himself ...

[@joaquimgianini1234]

Great work, Felix! I can see you’re getting better every match. Do you plan on playing the Cairo ITF? I hear it’s one of those tournaments where beginners usually break through qualifiers for the first time to get their first ATP point

[@dcfunhouse]

@11:06 "a few centimeters long"--lol

[@masonwrisley2748]

Keep going bro, you inspire me to work harder and be better as a college player, I feel like I am better prepared going into practice and matches after watching your content.

[@renoplayz842]

9:45 nah thats hella in

[@Moendos99TTV]

You've got the whole package imo. Only thing really missing is Depth in your strikes. Keep up the good work. Always enjoyable to watch you play

[@tennisbrothers]

Much appreciated!

[@raelerminy1859]

Bro, amazing Job. As a tennis player as well, I know it is easy for the others who are watching, to comment about your Game. However, the only thing I would say is that maybe you could have work more his weaknesses, like his backhand, lock him up in his backhand corner, in order to open the court, since that would lead him to play more inside-out forehands, opening his forehand side, also since he was slicing a lot with his backhand, there were many chances to go to the net, and etc. Of course, therefore it is so important that you dominate your own backhand crosscourt as well, which is something you, me, and probably all players have to improve. Best regards.

[@tennisbrothers]

Top feedback - many thanks

[@enricalio]

It is a great feeling to see you uploaded a video. Really fun. You played well with the serve and the forehand, good job! Maybe next time you could have press his backhand a little bit more and change heights a bit. But I am pretty sure it was a good learning experience. Amazing to follow your journey Felix! Keep it up! 💪

[@tennisbrothers]

Yes the backhand was not strong that day. Working on it.

[@harrisonlund7403]

Keep up the good work. Great vids

[@tennisbrothers]

thank you

[@tugloo1]

Really enjoyed the commentary. Keep it up! Rooting for you.

[@sebastianquinones7298]

9:44 slightly out?

[@poisson12376]

Those few last games were very intense! Nice fight back!! Best luck and thanks for sharing.

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you Yu Cheng

[@MrCWL]

Hey can I just point out one tactical thing? This might be hard to notice in real life but the time difference between you both, specifically in getting back up from the ground after making the serve, was significantly in your favor. He was more unbalanced with his weight on his left side when rising up to rally, compared to your quicker and more balanced, centered, body position to rally. He might have a faster serve but if you were able to compact your swing or take the return earlier, and just redirect it away from him, without necessarily hitting it with loads of pace, he would have loads of trouble recovering. Just a note

[@dominiclondesborough3222]

To ensure you hit the ground running, play some competitive points with a tennis buddy or your coach just before the match. That way you're not starting the match cold.

[@tennisbrothers]

Good idea. The challenge where I'm now is that one has no courts available on matchdays. Otherwise I will do that.

[@jamesgerken4487]

Great insight and good to see you got more Doubles points. I think the negative comments on here come down to 1 thing .. Jealousy. Keep going 👍🏼

[@federicotown8052]

Good luck ! Keep pushing

[@lswonke]

Keep maturing and working hard. I can tell an improvement in your mental game from watching you 6 months ago.

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you Larry!

[@franchino066]

Grande fratello!

[@mopro2805]

I love this series

[@tennisbrothers]

Top MoPro - glad you love it. So much more to come.

[@lanamclean1]

awesome match! unlucky with a few bounces but well played with getting back into the match :)

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you Lana

[@aidantough4348]

Love the series, quick question do I have to pay to become a member?

[@Kaonaxh2]

Felix did you withdraw from the tournament this week, because i don't see you in the tourney qualifiers also good luck you' improving alot

[@tennisbrothers]

I did not made it into the event. The last player they took was 1400 ATP for the qualifications - next week i'm in again.

[@tennisbrothers]

I’m I to next weeks tournament- for this week one needs to be 1400ATP ranking to go in

[@Kaonaxh2]

@@tennisbrothersOh ok well good luck for next week

[@ashleypartridge646]

When are you in England

[@elitennis7973]

Great fight at the end!!

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you Eli

[@IIIRAYDENIII]

Super exciting match, great commentary!! 😄👍

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you 👍

[@Spyrex.]

best videos, so enjoying to watch

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you Spyrex

[@ronm7114]

Ah damn man.Great fight put up though. Much improvement.

[@user-jv9qz2bu1r]

good attitude

[@SnowCrabLeg]

thought i was watching Musetti for a second

[@tennisbrothers]

lol...thanks bro

[@crazyduck8249]

yeah musetti with a 2handed BH...

[@christianmiller3131]

Love the playing. Maybe come in after hitting a tough cross court ball to his backhand.

[@tennisbrothers]

Good tip - thank you.

[@karslinderman9235]

Are you not playing this week?

[@axeman5540]

Maybe try playing more tournaments on indoor hard courts, or just any fast hard courts. I feel that’s the better surface for you

[@tennisbrothers]

For 2023 we will plan HC and Clay phases. Right now its a bit all over the place...this will enable me to be better prepared and get faster into matches

[@chrisdoesmusic]

Love the series, love your talent and love your game. Super Djokovic-esque with your strokes and movement. Can’t comment too much on the tennis, as I’m no where near your level. As a viewer though who is rooting for your success, I’m starting to find the branch of commentary a little gratuitous. It comes across as more excusatory and lacking a sense of true self-critique / analysis. Again, as a viewer I’m not sure if this commentary supersedes into your game mentality and whatnot, and therefore contributes to certain results, but it comes across that way. I get there’s some air to fill within the match and we are witnessing the minutiae of athletic performance and change, but may be worth brainstorming some different ideas? Perhaps guest-commentators? Or commentary from your coach? Also totally get that you’re still in teens and such. It seems tough to go through this athletic training, and then publicise your post-match thoughts for entertainment. Obviously commentating and filling space is an art in itself and not a main focus at the minute so totally get why it’d be a bit rushed over. Respect either way. Anywho, keep up the awesome work and love the content. It’s a pleasure whenever you upload!

[@tennisbrothers]

Love your comment. Yes it's somehow weird to comment my own match - also if I comment hard on myself I get comments saying I need more self esteem. If I go positive - people say I need to be more real or hard on myself. Love the idea of having my coach or others commenting the match. Good idea for 2023!

[@gmann8659]

Love your analysis and self reflection. In my honest opinion you need to work on those unforced errors - once you iron those out you will be winning regularly because you undoubtedly have the talent.

[@TennisParade]

Yes but that ball was in

[@connorevans8808]

Best series on youtube?

[@tennisboy2406]

Great job Felix

[@tennisbrothers]

thanks

[@ravenz7298]

I think it’s more nerve wracking for us watching than you playing 😂😂

[@tennisbrothers]

lol...

[@SirJoshTheGoat]

Another post 🥳🥳🥳

[@Private200_]

Hey Felix quick question why aren’t you playing this week on the ITF website for the tournament I don’t see you

[@tennisbrothers]

It was too hard to get in. The last player who made it was ranked 1400 ATP. I will be in next week. - singles and doubles

[@Private200_]

@@tennisbrothers good to know I think next week you’ll get some wins as you’ll have a lot of time to work this week

[@theelusivegod9714]

Your amazing at tennis

[@tennisbrothers]

thank you

[@laurencehazel7137]

Good video and well played

[@tennisbrothers]

Glad you enjoyed

[@Rayoudg]

Practice makes perfect 🎾💪

[@juliomunoz3772]

Wrong! In tennis you must practice perfect in order to play perfect. 😊

[@dante3441]

@@juliomunoz3772 Wrong! there is no such thing as perfect practice, only different practices that give you great results. 💪

[@juliomunoz3772]

@@dante3441 I hear you bro! But in tennis it’s a strange sport. At this level they are actually practicing perfect all the shots! With perfect feeds and drills. In a match it’s way less then perfect and gets you ready with the “perfect practice”. So remember we will practice perfect to play perfect!

[@tennisbrothers]

Thanks for the feedback Tennis4life

[@dante3441]

@@juliomunoz3772 I agree we should try to perfect everything aroud training so on game day it's easy bread! but i hope whoever reads this understands that: 1. If practicing perfect means not practicing until it is perfect, then practice anyways! and 2. Not everyone can afford Federer's coach or a Top 100 Coach but you can improve your environment day by day making it close to perfect! Keep on grinding 🏆(also don't take "perfect" literally, we can only get close, but even Djokovic is still developing everything. Room to improve gives an individual purpose!) (improvement comes from the training drills to the big stage, you can improve in the way you practice aswell)

[@edinmilenko1340]

What is ur height?

[@Vision-Horizon]

what is your rank right now?

[@tennisbrothers]

Around 1700 ATP doubles and 1550 ITF Pro Ranking

[@Robsamuel]

Being positive is one thing but you need to stop praising yourself and start being hard on yourself. Tennis is brutal you need to start being more ruthless in my opinion. Being ok with losing isn't the way.

[@tennisbrothers]

There are many comments on how I comment my videos. When I go hard on myself the comments are mainly about that I need to be more positive - when I comment quite positive the comments tend to go along the way you commented. I guess there is no perfect way to comment. I obviously want to win, I hate losing more then anything! and I'm determined to win when playing - however in the selected scenes I show each week I like to strike a balance in terms of letting you guys know how I reflect on the match, what I felt in the match and how I tried to make it work for me - on the day. Most of all I value your comments ;-) - keep them coming - I try to answer as many as I can.

[@Matias-ec5wh]

I don’t think you know your style yet. Have a lot of tactical learning to do. You have a big serve and forehand + know how to volley well yet you play on the defense most of the time with a player that was average at best. It is mental but you need to step in the court knowing that your game is all about and dictate. I still think you should have gone US D1 college. Have a lot of development to go. Best luck your channel is great.

[@tennisbrothers]

Hey Matias..yes i'm learning on all fronts. I now have a good coach so I expect 2023 to be more successful in terms of game style and match win rates

[@Matias-ec5wh]

@@tennisbrothers enjoy the process and don’t overload yourself with pressure. You have the game and you are a beast of an athlete. Little things man, keep things simple, don’t overthink, and the most important thing, enjoy playing… can’t tell you how many people I’ve seen (and I’m was one of them) that played without joy/it was a job…. You got something special here. Look forward to seeing you grow in confidence and dictating with your game.

[@RFN22]

I thought he already got an ATP point?

[@ravenz7298]

That was in doubles

[@tennisbrothers]

yes 4 in doubles

[@hermanodejesus7264]

Keep playing loose mate.... go for your shots!!!

[@tennisbrothers]

Hey Hermano - thanks for the feedback - will do.

[@alessandrobilli1730]

Do you like italy 😁

[@tennisbrothers]

I love it!

[@shivmirani748]

I think you should have beaten him you were the better player 1. Show more intent it looks like you’re quite nervous at times 2. Don’t be afraid to use that powerful forehand of yours 3. I would recommend try setting up the return a little better maybe more flatter and deeper

[@tennisbrothers]

Hello Shiv, spot on.

[@brandonpham5977]

early asf

[@KeepinItRealAllDay]

Felix, you keep loosing in the same manner Everytime. Cut out all the fluff from your routines / diets and focus on your mental game.

[@OhGeeRonC]

you need to really believe you can win from the get-go. I know you've had an injury and that does explain a little bit why you're in your current position, but you need to play every single point like it's match point, that way when you get further into your career you will be much further developed and more skilled as a player. it's ok to not have an excuse for why you did poorly or didnt measure up to any expectations set by yourself or others. the best players in the world are super critical of themselves because they truly expect themselves to always win. just my two cents

[@tennisbrothers]

Thanks Jferg - you are right - I see it like you.

[@cuspid525]

props to you for doing what you do. I get nervous watching, can't imagine being out there!

[@tennisbrothers]

Thanks - love your comment bro

[@notandrew9012]

Love the series!! Keep up the good work :)

[@tennisbrothers]

thank you

[@mrtennistoday]

Great match, hope you get the singles ATP point soon. You’ve put in the work, reward will come soon!

[@makemake5237]

Great match! You will get the ATP point sooner rather than later. At 9:45 that one looks in. No worries everyone makes mistakes when calling balls

[@aleksasokolovic2449]

i think its in

[@Smithy684]

100% in

[@rrm512]

IN

[@Express0083]

In 😮

[@XxverhAUTxX]

I thought so too, but when you pay close attention there is a new ballmark slightly behind the baseline on the clay after the bounce.

[@xngr]

You should go easy on the epic stock music...this is Tennis not Lord of the Rings. Just my opinion of course.

[@tennisbrothers]

I like the music - but maybe I choose a different one at times ...

[@vanshkumar8802]

9:46 That ball looks like it's in to me tbh

[@JH-Wood]

Keep going Felix! You should read "Winning Ugly" by Brad Gilbert if you haven't already - lots of great tips and mental adjustments you can make to help you win more matches.

[@philippostsaoussis7723]

when Felix uploads a new video I'm so excited I rush to watch it. Keep up the good work.

[@joanbellprat5567]

his forehand at 9:45 actually was in…

[@Mozanrath]

Hey Felix, quick question. With these tournaments where each player makes their own calls, do you find people tend to cheat with out calls at times since money and ATP points are on the line?

[@jiayichen6490]

cheating always happens. Entry players try to avoid ambiguous line shots.

[@tennisbrothers]

most players are fair..so not really a problem

[@mideastmadness1]

Felix - am I missing something? I don't see one backhand of yours hit deep into his backhand corner. Not one. Please correct me if I am wrong. But, I see a ton of forehands you are hitting deep to his forehand. corner And on the ROS, why aren't you aiming your backhand towards the T on his backhand side? He has a slice backhand. For me, bells go off and I know I want to hit high, heavy topspin to his backhand. Those are a pain in the butt to return with a slice. So I would look to hit hard to his forehand to expose the backhand, then high, heavy topspin to his backhand. He will cough up short balls. Obviously, he is a talented player but I don't see your tactics clearly. Sorry if i sound like I am picking on you.

[@tennisbrothers]

Hey aaa - yes I did not use my backhand to my advantage. Check out the coming video - I think I fixed this. ;-)

[@mideastmadness1]

@@tennisbrothers Felix - I worry you are too nice a guy. LOL. You need a killer attitude and punish these guys' backhands (or weakness). Rafa is called "ruthless" for good reason. I'm rooting for you.

[@mideastmadness1]

@@tennisbrothers I am looking forward to it!

[@wjeffcunningham]

The last time Felix won a match, Boris Becker was #1

[@tennisbrothers]

obviously not true ...lol

[@TheDevilTwinsHD]

Hey felix, well played, love your mentality. I'm a tennis coach, and just want to share a little bit of advice for your serve. I don't know how tall you are but I'm 5'11 and can serve 130 (120 in matches). On your serve, you lose a lot of height when you commit to it. You have a normal knee bend but drive forward rather than diagonally up toward the ball. Next time you're practicing try too. (or don't, just some friendly advice) :) Good luck in the rest.

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you for the tips!

[@thebethite6832]

Hey felix I'm a big fan and I would like to give you some advice to look at your ratio to which side of the opponent your hitting e.g :3 backhands and: 1forehand so they hit more backhand 🤷‍♂️ just what I think could help I truly dont mean to criticize you

[@tennisbrothers]

Good point - thank you Thebe

[@mintleaf2469]

Always happy when I see the notification!😄

[@zorcnecro6910]

You really played very well, very good to see how you can lose or win matches mentally, first time in the channel, enjoyed it, looking forward to more , good luck

[@tennisbrothers]

Thanks bro

[@luizaugustooliveiraamorim8975]

Been back to playing tennis for 3 months now and watching you ever since! Keep up the good work! Cheers from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you Luiz

[@FindYourFlow_Austria]

Awesome work. Keep going and thank you for sharing your journey. Very interesting insights! How are you working on your mental game? :)

[@spy4126]

Always waiting for sunday because you upload!

[@iliasabkari8729]

Unfortunate, next time you will get the point🙏🏼 I think what really cost you in this match is your backhand.. especially in your last service game you did not get depth on it at all, all landed short in the t. Maybe you should change the technique, you seem kind of limited on it and cant really go cross court deep if that makes sense

[@tennisbrothers]

Thank you

[@pleaseenteraname1103]

You did great in this match, I really hope you do make it to 1 ATP point, possibly even more in the future.

[@KickSilverOMG]

8:22 good thing that you don't accept excuses and you try to avoid them! keep being stoic Felix! you will go far, warriors keep pushing without complaining, we just go after our objectives! Confidence and trust in the work you put in are great energy, remember this next quote!: "What ought one to say then as each hardship comes? i was PRACTICING for this, i was TRAINING for this" -Epictetus

[@tennisbrothers]

Hey Zoro XY - thanks for the positive comment

[@damtaren]

Clutch play on those match points, Felix! What I think can be improved - forehand earlier take back (your late preparation is really affecting your depth and consistency), one-two punch or serve-and-volley mix-up off the serve (you have a great first serve, and you are not winning as many free points off of it).

[@tennisbrothers]

Thanks for the tips!

[@fionnbg6916]

First Ong no cap

[@demitargruiev8952]

Whaat. Playing ATP points on this crappy court?

[@studywithmatt5918]

I think 9:45 is in actually

[@tennisbrothers]

I thought it was out

[@pancakes4140]

for someone who loves playing it, i am so fucking bad at sport. jesus christ

[@staylopictures]

You need to start getting more variety and direction in your game. You make other players look good.

[@johnnotorfrancesco7373]

First

[@toxicfievre]

Too passive . You’ll def need to turn your forehand into more of a weapon to start getting wins

[@guerrierisamuel4742]

i know who is .. leonardo catani… my friend

[@juanaguilargarrido646]

What string do you use Felix?

[@steinanderson9849]

11:05 your cm's must be bigger over there

[@DNA2000-8bit]

Rough.

[@theelusivegod9714]

Nice vid