Windy day matches tactics

[StringSnapper]

Guys. What tactics do you use on a windy day?

Its always windy where i play. One side has the wind, one side is against it.

My tactics: if i have the wind, i try to play fast and deep up the middle (or dtl). I get a lot of free points doing this because hitti g direct with the wind gives my shots even more pace, and my opponents arent ready. Or theyre rushed and hit a poor shot. I also play more aggressive. Hitting dtl winners (relatively easier ) also gives me a confidence boost. I serve more aggressive and ROS more aggressive too.

Into the wind: this is a struggle for me. I know dropshots and lobs can be effectice. I usually stand further back and swing harder.
Its hard keeping it deep.
Do you think i should hit more angles? Or just try to master a lob?

 

[SystemicAnomaly]

Uber topspin.

Pay attention to wind direction. When hitting with the wind, definitely more TS to get the ball to drop. With the wind in other directions, adjust accordingly.

 

[SinjinCooper]

Guys. What tactics do you use on a windy day?

Tank. Head to happy hour.

 

[IowaGuy]

Guys. What tactics do you use on a windy day?

I love dropshots against the wind! Just have to hit ever so slightly harder than normal, but they really die against the wind (will bounce several times in the service box). If opponent gets to the dropper, topspin lobs into the wind are great, just be sure to really hit it hard and let the wind bring it back in. The opponent will have a higher-than-normal chance of returning that lob, however, since it doesn't keep traveling off the court like in normal conditions. Passing shots for winners are also great against the wind as the wind can make them dip better and more likely to stay in the court, just be aware that if you hit it at your opponent it will be traveling a little slower than normal and might be an easy volley.

Knifing slice also works well into the wind, if hit hard they stay really low and kind of die. Getting to the net against the wind can be a good tactic, as opponent's lobs and passing shots are more difficult with the wind at his back (more likely to sail long).

Wind at your back, take a little pace off and use tons of topspin. A deep, spinny ball is very hard for your opponent to hit well (he's against the wind). Look for a short ball after a deep topspin, or just come on into the net. Slice approaches (be sure not to hit long) are also awesome with the wind, they will be traveling faster than your opponent is used to. Getting to net with wind at your back is also good play, as passing shots are a little slower than normal, just watch for those nasty lobs (which you can usually run down if anticipated) and dipping topspin passes, only come in on really good approaches or strong S&V.

In high school match play, we also used to employ a trick topspin "moonball" shot with wind at our back (think Michael Chang at 1989 French Open). Have to aim it a little shorter than normal (wind will blow it deeper), but it is VERY difficult to return unless your opponent hits it on the rise. Works great against country club kids who are used to playing indoors when it's windy

In fact, the wind will give you a wider variety of shots - your topspin and slice shots will look different to your opponent, depending which side of the court you're on! Embrace the wind, it can really be fun to play! For me, it always gave me an edge against a better opponent

 

[StringSnapper]

I love dropshots against the wind! Just have to hit ever so slightly harder than normal, but they really die against the wind (will bounce several times in the service box). If opponent gets to the dropper, topspin lobs into the wind are great, just be sure to really hit it hard and let the wind bring it back in. The opponent will have a higher-than-normal chance of returning that lob, however, since it doesn't keep traveling off the court like in normal conditions. Passing shots for winners are also great against the wind as the wind can make them dip better and more likely to stay in the court, just be aware that if you hit it at your opponent it will be traveling a little slower than normal and might be an easy volley.

Knifing slice also works well into the wind, if hit hard they stay really low and kind of die. Getting to the net against the wind can be a good tactic, as opponent's lobs and passing shots are more difficult with the wind at his back (more likely to sail long).

Wind at your back, take a little pace off and use tons of topspin. A deep, spinny ball is very hard for your opponent to hit well (he's against the wind). Look for a short ball after a deep topspin, or just come on into the net. Slice approaches (be sure not to hit long) are also awesome with the wind, they will be traveling faster than your opponent is used to. Getting to net with wind at your back is also good play, as passing shots are a little slower than normal, just watch for those nasty lobs (which you can usually run down if anticipated) and dipping topspin passes, only come in on really good approaches or strong S&V.

In high school match play, we also used to employ a trick topspin "moonball" shot with wind at our back (think Michael Chang at 1989 French Open). Have to aim it a little shorter than normal (wind will blow it deeper), but it is VERY difficult to return unless your opponent hits it on the rise. Works great against country club kids who are used to playing indoors when it's windy

In fact, the wind will give you a wider variety of shots - your topspin and slice shots will look different to your opponent, depending which side of the court you're on! Embrace the wind, it can really be fun to play! For me, it always gave me an edge against a better opponent

Yeah thats a good one, volleying when into the wind.

 

[SystemicAnomaly]

I love dropshots against the wind!

#MeToo. It's been the only way that I can get my dropper to bounce backward -- back over net. This can be an outright winner if your opponent is not quick/alert enough or doesn't realize that they are permitted to reach over the net to play the ball that has crossed back o'er the net.

 

[OnTheLine]

In the springtime, we play in a lot of nasty wind. There were a few threads on it about that time.

Here it is .... some really good thoughts: https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/i-hate-wind-how-to-adapt.586394/

I think the most important thing: keep your sense of humor

What worked best for me:
More Serve and Volley as a tactic (both singles and doubles)
More slice returns, less slice on serves