When Tennis Players Want to Win Badly and Play Tight in Tournaments

Are you super committed to playing your best tennis and work on your mental game, but struggle with anxiety and tight strokes? In this week’s tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Mac. He wants to know “How do you just get lost in a match game enjoying it without thinking of consequences?”

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Last Updated on September 8, 2026 by Patrick Cohn

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Patrick Cohn
Mental Performance Coach Dr. Patrick Cohn has helped athletes for over 40 years enhance their performance. Dr. Cohn earned a master's degree in sports psychology from CSUF and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia, specializing in Applied Sports Psychology. Today, he is the president and founder of Peak Performance Sports, LLC in Orlando, Florida. He's working with Olympic athletes, NFL, NHL, MLB, and professional motocross racers and NASCAR racers.
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