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Sunday,
December
8th—We
missed
you
last
week,
but
we’re
back
and
ready
to
settle
into
December—a
month
that
invites
reflection,
gratitude,
and
maybe
a
little
wonder
about
what’s
ahead.
There’s
something
about
this
time
of
year
that
feels
both
urgent
and
serene,
like
a
final
rally
before
the
year’s
end.
It’s
a
chance
to
take
stock,
find
meaning
in
the
small
things,
and
appreciate
the
rhythm
of
the
seasons.
Cheers,
Clyde
&
Oliver
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Domaine
Des
Etangs
Massignac,
France
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Nestled
in the
picturesque
Charente
region of
France,
Domaine
des
Étangs
(don’t
worry, we
couldn’t
pronounce
it either)
is the
ultimate
escape for
those
seeking a
blend of
luxury and
nature.
The
standout
feature? A
floating
tennis
court set
on a
serene
pond,
offering
an
unforgettable
playing
experience
where
every shot
is a
masterpiece.
Spanning
2,500
acres, the
estate
boasts
beautifully
manicured
gardens,
art by
Matisse
and
Picasso,
and quirky
sculptures
throughout.
Stay in
the
elegant
13th-century
château
suites or
opt for
one of the
charming
farmhouse
cottages,
each with
its own
unique
character.
Indulge in
farm-to-table
dining at
Dyades,
where
fresh
ingredients
from the
estate’s
garden
make every
meal feel
like a
celebration.
When
you’re not
on the
court,
unwind at
the Moulin
des Étangs
spa, row a
boat
across the
peaceful
pond, or
simply
explore
the
stunning
grounds.
With a mix
of art,
nature,
and
luxury,
Domaine
des Étangs
offers the
perfect
getaway to
play,
relax, and
recharge.
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Sedona,
AZ
©Realty
ONE
Group
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Ever
wanted to
play
tennis
with the
red rocks
of Sedona
as your
backdrop?
Here’s
your
chance.
This
$7.9m
desert
oasis
comes with
a private
tennis
court
that’ll
make your
forehand
feel like
a
cinematic
moment.
The house
itself?
It’s
everything
you need
and
nothing
you don’t
- open
spaces,
sleek
finishes,
and a
fireplace
for when
you need
to calm
your
post-match
adrenaline.
Step
outside,
and you’ve
got a
heated
pool,
endless
patio
space, a
practice
wall and
some of
the best
sunsets in
the
country.
You’ll
spend more
time
looking at
the view
than you
do
worrying
about that
second
serve.
Live in
the
desert,
play like
a pro, and
pretend
you’re on
vacation—even
when
you’re
home.
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TOPSPIN
PRO
TOPSPIN
PRO
Let’s
face
it—your
life
is
flat.
Your
mood?
Flat,
dull,
lifeless.
Your
mornings?
Flat-same
oatmeal,
same
emails,
same
existential
dread.
Your
conversations?
Flat-full
of
lukewarm
“how
are
you’s”
and
half-hearted
nods.
And
your
girlfriend’s
hugs?
Let’s
just
say
they
leave
you
wondering
if
she’s
actually
hugging
you
back.
Your
forehands
are
flat.
This
machine
will
give
you
topspin
-
until
you
use
it
a
few
times,
then
it’ll
sit
in
the
corner,
just
like
your
New
Year’s
resolutions.
($149)
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TOVOLO
Tennis
Ball
Large
Ice
Molds
Let’s
be
real,
you’re
not
the
life
of
the
party.
But
these
ice
cubes?
They’ll
do
the
heavy
lifting
for
you.
Available
at
Walmart
(don’t
pretend
you’re
too
good
for
it),
these
molds
create
tennis
ball-shaped
ice
cubes,
the
classy
touch
you
dreamed
about
when
bartending
school
seemed
like
your
ticket
to
stardom,
making
martinis
for
your
three
friends
and
calling
them
“signature
drinks.”
Now’s
your
chance
for
redemption.
Add
a
tennis
ball
ice
cube
to
your
drink
and
sip
like
the
legend
you
never
became.
($12)
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HYPERICE
Hypervolt
2
Pro
Look,
we’re
all
adults
here,
and
yes,
it
does
look
like
it
belongs
in
the
“back
corner”
of
certain
stores.
This
beast
is
all
business
(unless
you
want
it
to
be
pleasure,
no
judgment).
With
its
industrial-strength
percussion,
it’s
here
to
pound
out
those
long
sessions
on
the
court.
Your
body
is
begging
for
relief,
and
it’s
ready
to
give
it
to
you.
It’s
the
real
happy
ending.
So,
go
ahead,
treat
yourself.
And
if
your
tennis
buddies
give
you
the
side-eye
when
they
see
it
in
your
bag,
just
wink
and
tell
them,
“It’s
for
my
calves.”
($259)
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The
Tennis
Partner
is
more
than
just
a
book
about
tennis—it’s
a
poignant
exploration
of
friendship,
loss,
and
the
complex
ways
we
seek
connection.
Set
against
the
backdrop
of
the
tennis
court,
Verghese,
a
physician,
recounts
his
relationship
with
David,
a
former
pro
tennis
player
and
recovering
addict.
Their
shared
love
of
the
game
becomes
a
lifeline
for
both
men,
a
place
where
they
can
grapple
with
their
vulnerabilities
while
navigating
life’s
challenges.
Verghese’s
writing
is
as
precise
and
lyrical
as
a
perfectly
placed
backhand,
capturing
not
just
the
technicalities
of
tennis
but
the
emotional
depths
of
the
human
experience.
It’s
a
must-read
for
anyone
who
loves
the
game
and
a
deeply
moving
story
for
those
who
understand
that
the
real
battles
in
life
often
take
place
off
the
court.
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Shadow
swings
might
sound like
a basic
drill, but
they’re
secretly
the
ultimate
flex. No
ball, no
opponent,
just you
refining
every
stroke.
The beauty
of shadow
swings?
You can do
them
anywhere.
In your
living
room while
you
make
dinner, at the
grocery
store
(awkward,
but
effective),
or in line
at the
coffee
shop. It’s
the drill
that
strips
tennis
down to
its
essentials,
letting
you focus
on
perfecting
your form,
rhythm,
and
movement.
Even pros
use shadow
swings to
fine-tune
their
game.
Focus on
syncing
your body
-
shoulders,
hips, and
legs -
while
executing
forehands,
backhands,
and
serves.
Work on
your form
and
rhythm,
and even
use a
mirror or
phone for
quick
feedback.
You can
throw in
some
footwork
too: split
steps,
side
shuffles,
and
recovery
steps. And
don’t be
shy -
visualize
a rally
and
simulate
the point
as if
you’re
already in
the middle
of a
match.
Do shadow
swings a
few times
a week,
and you’ll
notice an
instant
improvement.
The best
part? No
court
required.
Just a
little bit
of
space...
and the
courage to
swing like
everyone’s
watching.
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on
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of
mouth
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enjoying
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Newport
Casino
and the
Birth of
Lawn
Tennis
in the
U.S.
©Tennis
Hall Of
Fame
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In 1881,
the
Newport
Casino
hosted the
first-ever
U.S.
National
Lawn
Tennis
Championships,
marking
the
official
arrival of
competitive
tennis in
the United
States.
This
groundbreaking
event,
played on
pristine
grass
courts,
introduced
Americans
to a sport
that would
rapidly
grow in
popularity
and
prestige.
The
tournament,
which
later
evolved
into the
U.S. Open,
was not
only a
pivotal
moment in
tennis
history
but also
established
Newport as
the
birthplace
of
American
lawn
tennis,
setting
the stage
for
generations
of players
to
follow.
Designed
by McKim,
Mead &
White, the
Newport
Casino was
more than
just a
tennis
venue—it
embodied
the
opulence
and social
vibrancy
of the
Gilded
Age. With
its
Shingle
Style
architecture,
the Casino
offered
tennis
courts,
club
rooms, a
theater,
and spaces
for lawn
games,
creating
an
environment
where
sport and
society
converged.
Attending
the
tournament
wasn’t
just about
the
match—it
was about
being
seen,
making the
event as
much a
social
gathering
as a
competition.
Today,
the
Newport
Casino
continues
to
preserve
its rich
tennis
legacy as
the home
of the
International
Tennis
Hall of
Fame. The
Hall of
Fame Open,
held
annually
on its
historic
grass
courts,
keeps the
spirit of
the game
alive,
inviting
modern
players to
compete on
the same
ground
where
American
tennis
began.
With its
museum
blending
historic
artifacts
and
cutting-edge
technology,
the Casino
remains a
living
tribute to
tennis,
immersing
visitors
in the
sport’s
evolution
from its
roots to
the
present
day.
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Gentleman's
Agreement
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Thanks
for
reading.
Until
next time,
we’ll
see
you
out
there.
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The
Tennisator
©Robin
Platzer
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