This Week's Drop Shots: January 6th, 2020
“This Week’s Drop Shots” details the latest results, hot takes, and breaking news from around the tennis world in a quick and easy-to-read format.
Happy New Year from the Cracked Racquets team! We hope that your 2021 is off to a great start. We’re pumped to be getting into the new season with the Australian Open only a month away! Here’s what we’ve got for you this week:
Professional Tennis is Back!
Though it seems like we’ve been waiting forever for its return, tennis at the professional level is finally back! It may not be the Australian Open (yet), but there is still some great tennis to get you back in the rhythm this month. WTA competition is in full swing in Abu Dhabi, and as an added bonus you’ll get to hear from the players in their conversations with Alex Gruskin. The men are at Antalya and Delray Beach this week…and the draws mean we’re poised for some great tennis in the lead-up to the first major of the year. As always, check our social media accounts and podcast feeds for recaps and updates on the action!
From the Presser
As mentioned above, Cracked Racquets has the opportunity to be a part of the press for the WTA tennis in Abu Dhabi. Alex Gruskin will continue to speak to the players as the tournament unfolds, but he already had an opportunity to interview several stars! Check out the latest Cracked Interviews podcast to hear from Kenin, Sabalenka, Podoroska, Svitolina, Jabeur, and Pliskova!
Upcoming Events
Winter Nationals
Cracked Racquets and College Tennis Recruiters are putting on an event that will put you on the court with top players AND give you the chance to compete for some prize money! Check out the details below and visit the tournament page to sign up! Register tonight to secure your place in the draw!
What: CR Winter Nationals presented by College Tennis Recruiters
When: January 8-10, 2021
Where: Rome Tennis Center - Rome, GA
Why: $3.8k prize money, guaranteed matchplay, & exposure to college coaches!
Who can play: hybrid event for juniors and college players to compete!
Register: find on UTR or links available on any CR social media channel