Felix Auger-Aliassime, the second youngest tennis pro with a place on the Association of Tennis Professionals top 25, has casually trained with Toni Nadal in the past. During his time at the Rafael Nadal Academy, the pair worked together. But now, according to official statements made by both parties, Toni is officially signing on as Felix’s coach!
No doubt, the 20-year-old Canadian pro, Felix Auger-Aliassime, has much to gain from Toni Nadal’s coaching. Toni will join Frederic Fontang, who has already been on Felix’s side of the court.
Babolat, a French manufacturer of high quality tennis racquets, has decided to partner up with a familiar swing out on the court. For nearly two decades, Rafael Nadal has sworn by his Babolat Pure Aero. First crafted in 2005, this thick and yet aerodynamic frame is complemented by a wide string pattern. This highlights Nadal’s style exponentially. And now, it can highlight yours — with Rafael Nadal’s signature branding sported on the racquet to motivate your plays!
But it’s not all about Nadal. This racquet is a powerhouse in its own right, which comes as no surprise given its incredible…
Birding, or bird-watching, is made much easier with the help of a reference guide. In the digital days, smartphones are offering that valuable insight and information to birders. Recently, apps that provide photo identification of birds have increased in popularity. These apps allow users to snap photos of birds which can then be identified thanks to the app’s database. One app, Merlin Bird ID, is already soaring above the rest.
In addition to photo identification, Merlin also uses AI deep learning and location data to suggest possible matches for birds in your area. The app is packed with loads of…
In an interview with Stephen Colbert on The Late Show, Serena Williams made a shocking — and yet completely nonchalant — admission. The 23 time Grand Slam winner and tennis ace said that some of her trophies have actually gone missing. Serena suggests that a “house party years ago” could be to blame.
Despite her admission that some of the trophies have gone missing, Serena Williams really doesn’t mind. She expressed that she’s “not really attached to things.” And besides, she explained that the trophies athletes receive at Grand Slams are actually replicas of the real deal anyway…
Serena’s perspective…
Birds of prey (also known as raptors), are bird species that hunt in order to feed themselves and their offspring. These natural-born hunters are marked by keen eyesight, strong feet and curved beaks. There are many species of birds that are identified as birds of prey, or raptors. Here are a few of the different types of birds of prey:
These birds are found dwelling in Canada, mountainous areas of the western United States of America (i.e. Alaska) and the northwestern portion of Mexico.
Okay, okay… so maybe just about everyone knows this one already! But, it’s still worth mentioning. A symbol of strength and ferocity, the bald eagle has been associated with Americana, officially, since 1782. The bird of prey was chosen for its majestic appearance and it’s symbolic representation of freedom.
2. Eagles have two centers of focus.
A true bird of prey, the bald eagle is fierce, fantastic — and ferociously focused! They are able to see both forward and to the side, simultaneously. …
To say Roger Federer is a tennis legend would be a pretty harsh understatement. At this point, he has just about solidified his mark as one of the greatest tennis players of his generation. The Swiss pro has certainly made a name for himself! His career is one to admire, with highlights including 103 titles and 20 grand slam wins. Today, Roger Federer is ranked as the 5th greatest singles player in the sport of tennis. But in 2004, Federer was number 1! For many fans, he’ll always be number one in that department — that’s for sure.
Roger Federer’s…
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