← Writings Competing · Mindset — February 28, 2026

A clear tournament game plan

“If I keep a positive attitude, it is very likely that he will break down and get frustrated at some point in the match.”

Scan of the handwritten notebook page, February 28, 2026
Notebook page — February 28, 2026

Transcript

Today, I am playing in a tournament. My first match is against one of my old friends from the academy that I used to train at. I will keep my mind clear and I will enjoy this opportunity to play and have fun. In the points, I will try to play out of his strike zone as much as possible. I might play two to the backhand and one to the forehand, as he is weak when he has to run to the forehand. I will try to pressure his second serve by taking it early as often as possible. I will make lots of first serves. Finally, I will only show positive energy. If I keep a positive attitude, it is very likely that he will break down and get frustrated at some point in the match.