Unlike Premier League football, events like the Australian Open tend not to receive as much coverage as the beautiful game does in the UK. Of course, when Wimbledon is on, tennis is everywhere for two weeks, but it can be tough following the latest developments in the sport when the biggest tennis tournament in the world isn’t taking place.
In contrast, supporters of top-flight football in the country have an array of content that is dedicated to a sport that is the biggest on the planet. Fans of football watch opinion-based takes on YouTube that can influence their debates with friends in the pub, there are pre-match previews that can help fans with their football betting efforts, and there are a number of fantasy football accounts on social media that share the best tips around the weekend’s picks. Football is everywhere.
Tennis fans don’t have anywhere near the same amount of resources to tap into as lovers of the beautiful game do, but there are still some useful options that are well worth checking out. From blogs and podcasts to YouTube channels and accounts to follow on social media, let’s highlight some of them below.
YouTube is the perfect place for video-based content
These days, YouTube has grown massively to become one of the most popular platforms on the internet. YouTube’s impact on the internet also stretches far beyond comical cat videos and stupid dance moves, with a range of sports-related content being uploaded on the video-sharing platform on a daily basis. For tennis fans, there are some excellent channels that will come in handy during the year’s tennis action. For example, Tennis TV is a great place to start if you’re partial to the action on the ATP Tour. It has highlights of the biggest and best games, interviews with the stars of the sport, and some fascinating behind-the-scenes footage that can’t be seen anywhere else. TopCourt is another fantastic channel with a huge community of viewers behind it. It contains videos on almost everything tennis-related, although it’s particularly popular with players who are looking to improve various aspects of their game, be it around serving or learning new grips. With professional players and coaches sharing their experiences and various tips, TopCourt is a great option. Essential Tennis offers something similar, although it tends to go into more detail about strategies to employ ahead of your next match and tutorials to help you silence your friend with a dazzling display the next time you’re on the court. Tennis Channel also warrants some of your attention, especially if you’re seeking clips from classic matches and some informative features.
Podcasts are perfect to dip in and out of
Podcasts are another informative resource fans of tennis can dip in and out of. Be it while driving to work or while watching the action unfold at the US Open, there are some superb productions out there that are more than capable of keeping you firmly in the loop. No Challenges Remaining is the work of Ben Rothenberg, a respected tennis journalist who shares unmissable content, Control the Controllables is another fantastic podcast around improving key parts of your tennis game to enhance your chances of success on the court, and The Tennis Podcast is perfect if you’re desperate to follow the most important wins and losses from the ATP and WTA tours, with the channel featuring interviews with respected figures from the sport. Tennis Weekly and The Body Serve are also worth listening to.
The top tennis blogs out there
If you’re yet to explore the blogosphere for some useful tennis-related blogs, then it’s well worth doing. There is a wide range of talented writers out there who share hot takes, detailed statistical analysis, and more. Additionally, some blogs are run by respected names and have been informing tennis audiences for years. One of them is certainly tennis.com, a blog that takes a deep dive into various aspects of the sport. From match reports and behind-the-scenes insights, it’s an online destination that has everything you need. Women’s tennis is criminally ignored at times, although blogs like Women’s Tennis Blog are clearly aiming to change that. The site houses content that is specifically dedicated to the women’s game, with a huge selection of informative posts to get through on the site, such as player profiles and everything you need to know about the WTA Tour. Tennis Now also deserves a mention here, particularly if you’re keen on both the ATP and WTP tours that take place around the world. The Racquet shouldn’t be avoided either, especially for tennis enthusiasts who enjoy a more cultural dive into the sport and some of the history behind it.
The best tennis-related accounts to follow on X
Although Instagram and TikTok are also useful social media platforms to have at your disposal, most of the sports’ breaking news is shared on X. Journalists use them, respected tennis coaches are on there, player accounts are worth following, and so much more. For everything from the ATP Tour, @ATPtour is worth following, while @WTA is the account for all things women’s tennis. You can also follow prestigious tournament accounts on the platform, be it @Wimbledon or @rolandgarros. In terms of journalists, the options are extensive. From @jon_wertheim and @DavidLawTennis, to @christophclarey and @BenRothenberg, they’ll keep you firmly in the know. There are also hundreds of professional players on the platform, such as @RafaelNadal, @Iga_Swiatek, @DjokerNole, and @sabalenkaA. Additionally, you can even see highlights and match updates from the biggest tournaments around through accounts like @TennisTV and @tennisnation.
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