Tennis is defined by its head games, its demands for physical prowess, and its plethora of outsized personalities. It mixes chess and dance, intellectual geometry and aesthetic joy. People
who love tennis love it like few others love other sports. Some fans build their lives around the calendar of tourneys, and events like Wimbledon and the U.S. Open remain, year after year,
popular and well attended. Wilson’s captivating cultural history embraces the rich and intertwining stories of the sport, and tells the story of its evolution from upper-middle-class hobby to
global TV spectacle. Wilson marshals and conveys all the passion for a game known for its players’ grunting, growling, sweating, and pursuit of sweet spots. No wonder, as Wilson says, each
match starts with love.
