And of course the point in a tiebreak that precedes a set point is one that I treat as very special. A Set-up Point in a tiebreak (for example, 5–3) is almost always undervalued at the club level and even sometimes at the pro level. It can move me (or my opponent) up to an opportunity to win the set or match. I want no stupid mistakes, no unnecessary risks. Squeeze your opponent like a boa constrictor. At this crucial moment in a match, where you can move up to a set point, make sure your game is under control and you’re thinking correctly.
