Hi there,

This is the worst feeling. You're playing great, up a set and maybe a break. Then, the nerves creep in. Your game tightens up. Shots that were working suddenly miss. Before you know it, the momentum has completely flipped, and the match slips away.

Why does this happen when we're so close? How do you lock in and finish the job?

• The Mental Shift: What goes through your mind when you realize you're close to winning? How do you combat those "don't lose" thoughts?
• Tactical Discipline: Do you change your strategy to protect the lead? Should you?
• Practical Routines: Do you have a specific between-point routine or self-talk to stay focused?
• Learning from Loss: What's the biggest lesson you've learned from a match you let slip?

Share your hard-earned wisdom on closing out matches with confidence.