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The following is an excerpt from Frank upcoming playbook series.
Unpredictable Outcomes
“Champions expect the unexpected and make the unexpected expected.”
In competitive tennis, the outcome of a match will always be a blend of skill and circumstance. No matter how meticulously you prepare or how much you hope, victory cannot always be guaranteed. Every competitor has tasted both the sweetness of triumph and the bitterness of defeat. The tennis court is an arena of uncertainties, where unexpected twists of fate can sway the course of a match.
1. The Unpredictable
The unpredictable creates the secret drama that true competitors get addicted to. We love to play sports and watch sports because we love the drama of unpredictability by acknowledging that the outcome is influenced by factors such as your opponent’s skill, conditions, luck, and performance. It becomes easier to free yourself from the shackles of unrealistic pressure.
2. Unpredictability Elevates Preparation
Understand that the unpredictable outcome doesn’t negate the importance of preparation and skill development; it elevates their significance. By acknowledging that no player can guarantee victory regardless of their level, you’ll free yourself from the suffocating burden of unreasonable expectations.
3. Focusing On Passion and Progress
Realize that winning is something you can influence but not 100% control. Focusing not solely on the result but on the process and the progress fuels the growth you seek.
4. Embracing Losses
Wins and losses do not solely define the heart of a tennis player but the courage to step onto the court with the wisdom to embrace the ebbs and flows of tournament play. The outcome will always be uncertain, but the pursuit is invaluable.
5. Letting Go of Outcome Desires
Let go of the need to control the outcome. Instead, channel your energy into maintaining your effort, mindset, and commitment to excellence. Ultimately, the process and the struggle tell the true story of your progress.
