- Paperback: 240 pages
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd; 1st Fireside Ed edition (1 May 1994)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 067188400X
- ISBN-13: 978-0671884000
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 14.2 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 425,574 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Andre Agassi "Winning Ugly" explains Brad's formula for a winning tennis game. He understands the mental part of tennis better than anyone I have ever met. Brad helped me improve my game and I believe he can improve yours.
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He's been called the best in the world at the mental game of tennis. Brad Gilbert's strokes may not be pretty, but looks aren't everything. He has beaten the Tour's biggest names -- all by playing his "ugly" game.
Now, in "Winning Ugly" Gilbert teaches recreational players how to win more often without necessarily even changing their strokes. The key to success, he says, is to become a better thinking player -- to recognize, analyze, and capitalize. That means outthinking opponents before, during, and after a match; forcing him or her to play "your" game. Gilbert's unconventional advice includes:
* How to identify the seven "Hidden Ad Points," and what to do when they come up
* Six reasons why you should never serve first
* How to beat a Lefty, a Retriever, a Serve-Volley player, and other troublesome opponents
* How to keep a lead, or stop a match from slipping away
* How to handle psyching and gamesmanship
"Winning Ugly" is an invaluable combat manual for the court, and its tips include "some real gems," according to "Tennis" magazine. Ultimately, "Winning Ugly" will help you beat players who have been beating you.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Well, I've bought this book because I'm a great admirer or Agassi, and I always knew of Gilbert's "dirty" game. And I cant tell you that you become and you really feel much stronger, mentally speaking when you enter the tennis court... And if you play all your tricks right, you'll be winning games, and enjoying it. Make no mistakes, this is NOT a book on dirty schemes and dirty tactics, just a manual on exploring your opponent's weaknesses in your advantage... you'll love it. I've offered one book to my best friend, who hates Agassi and Gilbert in favour of Sampras, ans even him says its one of the best books he read...
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Hi, I'm a tennis player and a tennis teacher from Italy, Rome. I've started to play at the age of 10 and I started to teach at 19 years old. I've had a very good teacher that taught me everything about technique and much things about mental tennis. I've a degree from the Italian Tennis Teacher Federation. I like my work and I'm also fond of tennis. For that reason I've read many books about these argument but this is the first book that simplifies what every tennis player should know: how to play your better tennis, in which moment is important to play "economic tennis" and how to stay inside the match from the beginning to the end are some example of what everybody should know. I've tried on the court everything Brad says and my tennis have had a sensible changing,and I can promise you if you'll try the results will be really positive ! I have applied the counsels of Brad also in the mental preparation of my students and also that students all talent and "no brain" have found their way to win. It looks incredible but is true ! I really think that Brad Gilbert is the reason because Andre Agassi is now unbeatable ! Put together the talent of Andre and the strategy of Brad and you've made the perfect tennis player. I've translated all the book in italian. I thought that could be a good idea ! It's a sin to lose Brad's book only because you can't speak english !
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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If you want to win when its hot, sticky and the sun is beating down (or at any other time) you must possess the mental edge. This book is the key to opening the well of mental strength needed to push the physical body to do things not otherwise expected. What Brad Gilbert has done is tell everyone, at whatever level, how to make our minds better than our opponent's. He makes us understand that the eight inches between our ears is often the key to dealing with all the space on the court. Read this and believe it, then play your best tennis. THE BEST BOOK AROUND. At the 4th of July tournament, you will be glad you have Brad on your side.
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Will Improve 95% of Club Players
Great book, enjoyable reading, nearly finished it in one sitting!
I've played for most of my life and this book has helped my game. Read more
I've played for most of my life and this book has helped my game. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Seaguller
A "Must Read" book!!!
Informative, educational and funny...a "must read" book, not only for anyone interested in improving their game but for anyone interested in tennis. Read more
Published on 20 Oct 2003
Stick to The Inner Game
I had high hopes for this book, but ultimately I didn't feel that Brad says anything that the average player shouldn't already know. Read more
Published on 20 Sep 2003
A Good Guide For Tennis Players Who Want To Win
This book has plenty of tips and techniques on how
to take on a match with the right attitude. I love playing tennis but I also love winning even more! Read more
to take on a match with the right attitude. I love playing tennis but I also love winning even more! Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2002 by Roy Matthews
An absolute must to enjoy the game
This book did more for me in one sitting than all the books I have read about tennis.
In my short playing life -- 17 years, I have had problems with nervousness and how to handle... Read more
Published on 10 July 2000
Get a New Outlook on Your Tennis Game!
Through stories from the tour and club play that Brad Gilbert has observed, he provides examples of how to stay mentally "in-tune" during your matches. Read more
Published on 1 Feb 1999
A 90's version of 'The Inner Game of Tennis'
Steve Jamison offers Andre's insights and Brad broadsides in the very best book on tennis written in this decade.
Tactics par excellence.
Tom Rudwall Dayton Ohio
Published on 2 Oct 1998
winning ugly rocks...you read---you win.
this book is a handy easy to read digest of tips, strategies and thoughts on winning from someone who did win and beat better players. this book rocks. Read more
Published on 29 Jun 1998
Inside a tennis champ's brain
Nothing ugly about this book. A direct pipeline into the mind of a tennis champ. How (and why) to prepare for a match, how to assess and exploit your opponent's weaknesses, how... Read more
Published on 5 April 1998
The best way to win at any level
This book tells how to not only win, but to keep from losing. Everyone says change a losing game but this book actually tells you how to do just that. Read more
Published on 8 Dec 1997
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