2012 Wimbledon finalist, Agnieszka (ag NEEZ ka) Radwanska (rad VAN ska), is one of the most consistent players on tour. This Polish player is fun to watch because she appears to get a lot of game out of her 5’8″, 120 pound frame. She has a serious chance to beat anyone and rarely loses by a large margin. Agnieszka also has a little sister named Urszula that is one year her junior and playing on the pro tour as well.
Playing Style
Aga or Aggie Radwanska is an aggressive type of all-court player. Her all-court style of play consists of very well constructed points. She rallies from the baseline very well and when she comes to the net she has an excellent arsenal of volleys. Her serve is not as much of a weapon but she uses it wisely. Radwanska has the ability to anticipate her opponents groundstrokes which, paired with her footwork, makes her good at going from defense to offense.
Aga or Aggie Radwanska is an aggressive type of all-court player. Her all-court style of play consists of very well constructed points. She rallies from the baseline very well and when she comes to the net she has an excellent arsenal of volleys. Her serve is not as much of a weapon but she uses it wisely. Radwanska has the ability to anticipate her opponents groundstrokes which, paired with her footwork, makes her good at going from defense to offense.
Why She Wins
Much like a basketball game, Radwanska has a lot of plays that she uses against her opponents. She usually hits the ball crosscourt (diagonally) until the opponent decides to change the direction of the rally. If she receives a slow ball or a ball that lands a little short in the court, then she starts the point construction. One of her plays is to hit a drop-shot to bring the opponent to the net and then lob the ball over the opponent’s head. If she is pulled to the net she is able to place the ball in the corner of the court and come to the net for a drop-shot volley or a normal volley. She plays an efficient game that does not include many unforced errors. Radwanska is an emotional player as well but does not let it affect her game.
Much like a basketball game, Radwanska has a lot of plays that she uses against her opponents. She usually hits the ball crosscourt (diagonally) until the opponent decides to change the direction of the rally. If she receives a slow ball or a ball that lands a little short in the court, then she starts the point construction. One of her plays is to hit a drop-shot to bring the opponent to the net and then lob the ball over the opponent’s head. If she is pulled to the net she is able to place the ball in the corner of the court and come to the net for a drop-shot volley or a normal volley. She plays an efficient game that does not include many unforced errors. Radwanska is an emotional player as well but does not let it affect her game.
Why She Loses
Radwanska seems to have issues with players that play with topspin game. Since she is so small, a heavily spun groundstroke placed in the service box corners puts her in a position to hit the ball without being able to use her legs or shoulders. Deep topspin balls close to the baseline push her way back by the linesmen. Topspin also makes her volleys less aggressive.
Radwanska seems to have issues with players that play with topspin game. Since she is so small, a heavily spun groundstroke placed in the service box corners puts her in a position to hit the ball without being able to use her legs or shoulders. Deep topspin balls close to the baseline push her way back by the linesmen. Topspin also makes her volleys less aggressive.
Agnieszka Radwanska is always a good player to watch and cheer for. She has a tortured artist personality on the court and plays in a way that most coaches wish their student-athletes played. Watching her is always a great lesson on what to do to win if you cannot crush tennis balls.
Men and women not just watch female sports to take pleasure from the game but in addition for the gorgeous female players from the competitions.
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