The Mantis Journal
A library of tennis related articles for committed amateurs to enjoy

Choosing Your Tennis Racket: Materials
Discover how tennis racket materials like graphite and carbon fibre shape your game. Our guide helps you choose the right racket for power, control, and feel.

Why Grass Court Tennis Is Different: A Surface-Level Revolution
Tennis, often seen as a game of individual brilliance and strategic finesse, is also a sport deeply affected by its environment—none more so than the court beneath the players’ feet....

Why mixed doubles is tennis at its best
At Mantis, we believe tennis is at its most inspiring when it brings people together. Nowhere is this more evident than in mixed doubles – a format that uniquely celebrates...

Understanding tennis racket specifications: Your Guide to Playing with Confidence
Let’s break down the key tennis racket specs and what they really mean for your game.