wow unbelievable match Simon. You are going to be a star no doubt. I trust your process with the way you handle yourself. Your volley game is so solid. That was the game changer. About that 41 balls rallies that you won. You have heart.. keep up the great work with your disciple and creativity you are going to be a star Simon.. keep working hard, hard, hard everyday and no days off..
ayeee thanks for adding the score on the screen. and love the amount of commentary - not too much, not too little. really happy to have found your channel! goodluck in your remaining tournaments for the year as for comments about your game: - sometimes a bit casual at net after hitting a volley. i would say to follow the ball with more footwork intensity because you are obviously very solid at net. the opponents only get the ball past you because you stop following the ball with intensity. - use your momentum a little more. when it's time to put your foot on the gas, i think sometimes you play too passively. this will work against players that are at or slightly below your level, but once you get to the big guys (very high ranking), you have to use more 1-2 combinations when you have the momentum. just recommendations of course. at the end of the day, you know your game better than anyone else. so you do you. goodluck in the next rounds! 💪🏽
Thanks for the comment and all the feedback! Yeah certainly areas that I'm workin on and need to improve. Just like you say I sometimes have a tendency to stop and get a little more passive with my movement when I get forward, I need to work on having the intensity up 100% the whole way through like you mention. I really notice that against players on the higher levels, they punish that straight away
I love watching your matches with commentary. Really helpful too for players like me. I’m looking forward to seeing you on tv when you win this and to see you beat a top ranked player. Since you asked kinda for advice, my only thought was when you’re inside the baseline and about to hit your big forehand, maybe once after hitting it normally, do a forehand drop shot so that the opponent can second guess where you’re about to go the next time around. I did that today in a pre qualifying tournament and both times I did it I won the point. My opponent was expecting me to drive the forehand hard and I surprised him both times. Ok. Keep kicking butt and go forth warrior 🎾🏆
Thank you, will try to keep the videos comin! And yes, certainly gonna try to mix in some more drop shots, but I find it hard sometimes indoors as people move so well and can react quickly :/ Good luck in your future matches
So glad I found this channel. I could see you changing tactics and by coming to the net more. Nice adjustment. The only place where I felt like your opponent got you was when you didn't put balls away at the net and he got a second look at a passing shot. But, some of his passing shots were fantastic. Good luck to make it to the qualifying and maybe the main draw!
I like how when he was pounding topspin shots to your back hand you were very quick in patient and eventually had the opportunity to attack and put him away at the net nice work!
Great content! Congrats! Hey, it seems to me that when you go big on your forehand you are not extending your arm enough, and maybe overrotating just a little bit. But what do I know right? Just saying, maybe it comes out helpful. Good luck on your already amazing journey!
You play phenomenally well! My only recommendation for your game is having more penetrating shots that land in the top third of the court more often because yours were landing closer to the service line on average and letting your opponent get into the rallies too often. Setting up some cones for practicing hitting into that area would be helpful! I'm a 5.0 level lifelong player here so I don't feel too silly recommending something to you 😅 Love the content and love seeing a pro comment on his match while I watch 🙌🏻
Thank you for the comment and feedback! Yeah that's certainly something I need to keep workin on. I've found target/cones a great tool to work with. Will certainly keep doing that! thanks
Nice serves on the add court with the inside rotation 😂 cool. I wonder actually why this is not thought in the academies. It is not so difficult technically and is slicing the ball out of the court on the backhand side.
@@Simon.Freund of course; hope to see more videos friend. I agree w/ the other poster, I was pleasantly surprised by the honest line calls even w/out an umpire!
Thanks! I actually just use my phone, iPhone 12 pro max, and then I have a “Gooseneck Arm Cell Phone Holder LS04” from Lamicall.com to attach the phone. If you wanna get something from Lamicall, I actually have a discount code: simonf20 for 20% of everything I believe!
Hi! Great job! Question, on this high level of tennis, could you explain why there isn't so much use of the length "depth" of the court with "stop balls" followed by lobs etc if you don't get the point on the first one? too risky??
Hmm, for me I do find it difficult when playing indoor tennis. Most people move and react so well, and usually have a position closer to the baseline compared to outdoors. And also, the pace is usually faster indoors which makes it a little more difficult to change the pace to a drop shot. But nothings impossible, what you practice you improve ;)
Your opponent lowered his level a tad but you serioulsy increased yours being more agressive! Victory well deserved! You should make happen youtube crossovers with "MyTennisHQ" or "Jules Marie or "Tennis Brothers"...these channels also have excellent contents and it would be a lot of fun to watch!
Sorry I'll post the next match from that tournament asap. I wasn't able to put my camera up, so need to get the tournaments livestream footage from that one (that tournament was played 2 weeks ago).
You had every reason to be experiencing early match butterflies; You were favored, your opponent was younger, and he was still in Juniors. On top of that, he was extremely consistent off the ground, and he wasn’t going to beat himself. While you were expected to win, I’m betting that was rather grueling mentally, and no doubt a big confidence booster knowing that you took care of business as needed. *Finally a tennis channel providing high level tennis. There are a plethora of wannabe pros/Teachers who’s tennis accolades/credentials amount to low major Division I/Div 3 tennis. They incessantly espouse high level tactics yet can’t keep more than three balls in play. Apologies for the rant. Good luck
You’re playing very well. But I think you could improve your game a lot by using the slice and drop shot more so you can variate the pace more and make the opponent uncomfortable
Many people think you need to do that to reach a higher level but what a lot of people dont understand is that for the pros, a lot of their game revolves around the serve. Having a strong serve or serve +1 game is crucial to reach a higher level and is the ultimate confidence breaker for the opponent
Yes, certainly want to implement that more, but sometimes for indoor tennis I feel like it's difficult to consistently get away with drop shots as the opponents usually stand closer to the baseline overall, and move so well these days
Yeah I agree, been trying to work on it a lot the past year or so. But unfortunately, when nerves or fatigue kicks in, I have a tendency to go back to what I'm comfortable with, and get passive with it again :/
Good commentary. I would recommend commentating more. Gets slightly more boring when we just watch the points. It's just like how ATP matches have commentators that adds some color or hype to the game. Maybe also consider wearing a red headband or something unique as your personal signature, which allows any new audience can immediately recognize you.
Simon I've now watched three of your matches. Two with strong players and one with this weaker qualifier. 1) Most of your shots are inside the service line. I thought it might be against stronger players but it's with this guy also. 2) You cant just keep the ball and play and bide your time. That works in D1 but at this level every shot is important and you need to do something with it. It's chess baby not checkers.
Yeah, really trying to work on hittin through the ball more in order to get more depth and weight on the ball. But to often I still get a little bit to cautious with it, and don't hit through it enough, which often makes the ball to spinny and just end up being fluffy in the middle haha... no good
@@Simon.Freund There was also a rally (don't remember which one) where you had opponent way out of position, and instead of hitting a flat forehand into the open court for the winner, you hit regular with spin. It was obviously a cautious shot when you should have been aggressive, but it made me wonder if you have a flat forehand in your arsenal because I don't remember you using one in any of the matches I watched.
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I think a collaboration is much needed here, huh?? Great job getting a channel going, bro. Keep up the good work💪🏻💪🏻
That would be an honor! Looking forward to it 😃
let's goooo
This type of tennis content need to blow up. Thanks for sharing your journey and good luck. Respect for analyzing your game so publicly.
Thanks Damien!
Great match! Love to see such high level match. Competitive yet honest with all line calls, pure!
nobody talking about the 41 shot rally in 3:59
wow unbelievable match Simon. You are going to be a star no doubt. I trust your process with the way you handle yourself. Your volley game is so solid. That was the game changer. About that 41 balls rallies that you won. You have heart.. keep up the great work with your disciple and creativity you are going to be a star Simon.. keep working hard, hard, hard everyday and no days off..
Thank you for the kind words and support!! We keep workin my friend :)
It’s a bit mesmerizing to watch. Great stuff, I love the backhand technique of both especially because I’m struggling with it myself haha
Channels gonna blow up soon
ayeee thanks for adding the score on the screen. and love the amount of commentary - not too much, not too little. really happy to have found your channel! goodluck in your remaining tournaments for the year
as for comments about your game:
- sometimes a bit casual at net after hitting a volley. i would say to follow the ball with more footwork intensity because you are obviously very solid at net. the opponents only get the ball past you because you stop following the ball with intensity.
- use your momentum a little more. when it's time to put your foot on the gas, i think sometimes you play too passively. this will work against players that are at or slightly below your level, but once you get to the big guys (very high ranking), you have to use more 1-2 combinations when you have the momentum.
just recommendations of course. at the end of the day, you know your game better than anyone else. so you do you. goodluck in the next rounds! 💪🏽
Thanks for the comment and all the feedback!
Yeah certainly areas that I'm workin on and need to improve. Just like you say I sometimes have a tendency to stop and get a little more passive with my movement when I get forward, I need to work on having the intensity up 100% the whole way through like you mention. I really notice that against players on the higher levels, they punish that straight away
Good way to hold on Simon. Being patient and waiting for the right time is key.
Underrated content creator. Love the vids man
Thanks jack!
Thanks for good content Simon, more Swedish tennisplayers should start making content like you. Keep up the good work!
tack champ!!
cool guy, strong player, great footage, great (reverse)serves, subscribed! Good luck on your next match, definately gonna watch it 💪
Thanks Patrick!
so satisfying to watch these rally’s 😮💨 lovin it
more in the pipes! I promise
I love watching your matches with commentary. Really helpful too for players like me. I’m looking forward to seeing you on tv when you win this and to see you beat a top ranked player. Since you asked kinda for advice, my only thought was when you’re inside the baseline and about to hit your big forehand, maybe once after hitting it normally, do a forehand drop shot so that the opponent can second guess where you’re about to go the next time around. I did that today in a pre qualifying tournament and both times I did it I won the point. My opponent was expecting me to drive the forehand hard and I surprised him both times. Ok. Keep kicking butt and go forth warrior 🎾🏆
Thank you, will try to keep the videos comin!
And yes, certainly gonna try to mix in some more drop shots, but I find it hard sometimes indoors as people move so well and can react quickly :/ Good luck in your future matches
So glad I found this channel. I could see you changing tactics and by coming to the net more. Nice adjustment. The only place where I felt like your opponent got you was when you didn't put balls away at the net and he got a second look at a passing shot. But, some of his passing shots were fantastic.
Good luck to make it to the qualifying and maybe the main draw!
Yeah he came up with some really solid passing shots when he got the chance a second time. Need to get better on the first shot!
Great video! Enjoying the commentary and happy to see you're reading comments and taking feedback.
Thanks :)
Wonderful video!!! You’re a great player. I enjoyed watching a lot. Looking forward to see how your next match goes 😀
I like how when he was pounding topspin shots to your back hand you were very quick in patient and eventually had the opportunity to attack and put him away at the net nice work!
Thank you! Felt like that was a key to the match, makin sure to wait for the right one to attack
Some good high level play there. Goodluck for your next match!👍
Thanks!!
Inspiring content! I hope to see more in the future!
Thanks my friend!!
I love this type of content, keep it up
Thank you!
5:57 reverse serve!
7:35 reverse serve!
8:12 reverse serve (attempt)
8:43 reverse serve (attempt)
EDIT: 3:52 NICE ONE
Not sure why I am doing this
9:14 looks out.
3:52 too?
3:52 was my best one thooo!
3:55 as well
@@henrik1743 that's just a normal slice serve
@@GershonBenYitzhak I meant 3.52, and that's a reverse serve he said so himself so lol
Great content! Congrats! Hey, it seems to me that when you go big on your forehand you are not extending your arm enough, and maybe overrotating just a little bit. But what do I know right? Just saying, maybe it comes out helpful. Good luck on your already amazing journey!
Thanks Samuel! And yes, need to work on always hitting through that forehand 👊 really something I’m constantly workin on, good eye!!
You play phenomenally well! My only recommendation for your game is having more penetrating shots that land in the top third of the court more often because yours were landing closer to the service line on average and letting your opponent get into the rallies too often. Setting up some cones for practicing hitting into that area would be helpful! I'm a 5.0 level lifelong player here so I don't feel too silly recommending something to you 😅 Love the content and love seeing a pro comment on his match while I watch 🙌🏻
Thank you for the comment and feedback! Yeah that's certainly something I need to keep workin on. I've found target/cones a great tool to work with. Will certainly keep doing that! thanks
Congratulations Simon
Nice serves on the add court with the inside rotation 😂 cool. I wonder actually why this is not thought in the academies. It is not so difficult technically and is slicing the ball out of the court on the backhand side.
FYI, the guy w/ the black bandana is Simon and the white hat is Tobias. Great match. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the support!! :)
@@Simon.Freund of course; hope to see more videos friend. I agree w/ the other poster, I was pleasantly surprised by the honest line calls even w/out an umpire!
New sub. Really like the reverse spin serve. Have you ever tried it from the deuce side down the T ?
Thank you!! And yes I have, I'll post a video of it soon on here :) Harder to execute, but when you make it, it's relaly good!
What's your camera setup/specs? Quality/angle is really nice
Thanks! I actually just use my phone, iPhone 12 pro max, and then I have a “Gooseneck Arm Cell Phone Holder LS04” from Lamicall.com to attach the phone. If you wanna get something from Lamicall, I actually have a discount code: simonf20
for 20% of everything I believe!
That spin on the wide serve off the ad court is insane! But doesn't it hurt your wrist?? Congrats btw!
Thanks, and I've had no issues so far!!
Well done man! You got a good level! Im aiming to come back to ITF also at 37 so wish me luck 🎉😅
Thanks you! And thats great to hear, best of luck and keep me posted how it goes!! :)
Hi! Great job! Question, on this high level of tennis, could you explain why there isn't so much use of the length "depth" of the court with "stop balls" followed by lobs etc if you don't get the point on the first one? too risky??
Hmm, for me I do find it difficult when playing indoor tennis. Most people move and react so well, and usually have a position closer to the baseline compared to outdoors. And also, the pace is usually faster indoors which makes it a little more difficult to change the pace to a drop shot. But nothings impossible, what you practice you improve ;)
great play! you strokes really remind me of fognini
Big compliment haha, thanks!
You are a beast. Subscribed.
Thanks big guy!
3:59 41 shot rally
What racket and strings are you using?
I play with wilson blade pro stock, 18x20. Then for strings I use RS Paris, 1.25mm
Cool videos, keep goin!
Thanks man, will try my best
Your opponent lowered his level a tad but you serioulsy increased yours being more agressive! Victory well deserved! You should make happen youtube crossovers with "MyTennisHQ" or "Jules Marie or "Tennis Brothers"...these channels also have excellent contents and it would be a lot of fun to watch!
that reverse inside out serve is something i'd like to learn as well, how do you even do that?!
Just try and you shall see!!
@@Simon.Freund forehand grip & pray?
What racket and string are you using? Is it a blade pro stock?
Yeah exacly, 18x20
Love your channel
What happened to the 15.000 tourney ?
Sorry I'll post the next match from that tournament asap. I wasn't able to put my camera up, so need to get the tournaments livestream footage from that one (that tournament was played 2 weeks ago).
You had every reason to be experiencing early match butterflies; You were favored, your opponent was younger, and he was still in Juniors. On top of that, he was extremely consistent off the ground, and he wasn’t going to beat himself. While you were expected to win, I’m betting that was rather grueling mentally, and no doubt a big confidence booster knowing that you took care of business as needed.
*Finally a tennis channel providing high level tennis. There are a plethora of wannabe pros/Teachers who’s tennis accolades/credentials amount to low major Division I/Div 3 tennis. They incessantly espouse high level tactics yet can’t keep more than three balls in play. Apologies for the rant. Good luck
Yeah, those factors certainly played a part.
haha thank you my friend!
great job
You’re playing very well. But I think you could improve your game a lot by using the slice and drop shot more so you can variate the pace more and make the opponent uncomfortable
Many people think you need to do that to reach a higher level but what a lot of people dont understand is that for the pros, a lot of their game revolves around the serve. Having a strong serve or serve +1 game is crucial to reach a higher level and is the ultimate confidence breaker for the opponent
I know that. What I mentioned is his baseline game when the first three strokes are over and the ball is still in play
Yes, certainly want to implement that more, but sometimes for indoor tennis I feel like it's difficult to consistently get away with drop shots as the opponents usually stand closer to the baseline overall, and move so well these days
Idk if you’d agree but I think your forehand lacks a little power
Yeah I agree, been trying to work on it a lot the past year or so. But unfortunately, when nerves or fatigue kicks in, I have a tendency to go back to what I'm comfortable with, and get passive with it again :/
Playing tennis professionally is very tiring and hard to make a break through. Also, I think the players need $ from somewhere.
Good commentary. I would recommend commentating more. Gets slightly more boring when we just watch the points. It's just like how ATP matches have commentators that adds some color or hype to the game.
Maybe also consider wearing a red headband or something unique as your personal signature, which allows any new audience can immediately recognize you.
Thanks for the feedback, and great tip with the headband. I feel so boring sometimes going all black haha
@@Simon.Freund Winston Churchill has his signature cigar, hat and cane.
You can find a signature that represents you!
Sorry, how are you Swedish?? You speak English 1000% like a native lol.
Thanks for the kind words!! I went to college in the states, so guess I must've learned something haha
So you played that ball at 9:14. That's discipline.
When unsure you call it in, or replay the point worse case.
no pointers, lol, but rooting for you, bro!
Thanks man!
Go gauchos!
Go gauchos!!
that one long rally made me tired watching
Simon I've now watched three of your matches. Two with strong players and one with this weaker qualifier. 1) Most of your shots are inside the service line. I thought it might be against stronger players but it's with this guy also. 2) You cant just keep the ball and play and bide your time. That works in D1 but at this level every shot is important and you need to do something with it. It's chess baby not checkers.
Yeah, really trying to work on hittin through the ball more in order to get more depth and weight on the ball. But to often I still get a little bit to cautious with it, and don't hit through it enough, which often makes the ball to spinny and just end up being fluffy in the middle haha... no good
@@Simon.Freund There was also a rally (don't remember which one) where you had opponent way out of position, and instead of hitting a flat forehand into the open court for the winner, you hit regular with spin. It was obviously a cautious shot when you should have been aggressive, but it made me wonder if you have a flat forehand in your arsenal because I don't remember you using one in any of the matches I watched.