How to Start Playing Tennis TournamentsThis article is a continuation of our first article on playing tournaments which you can find hereSo, now you understand the importance of playing tennis tournaments and how they can help make you a better tennis player. So, let's take a closer look at how you can start playing more tennis matches today.

Tennis has come a long way in gender equality over the past few decades. There was a time when wooden rackets and stereotypes meant that tennis was a very male-dominated sport.

Are you looking to start competing on the tennis court and take your game to the next level?If you are tired of just playing friendly matches, going down to your local tennis courts to hit, and want to get involved in real competition, you've come to the right place. So, let's take a closer look at what it takes to start playing tennis tournaments today.

Known for its signature isometric head shapes, Japanese racket company Yonex is synonymous with quality. Whether you're an enthusiastic beginner or a seasoned pro, there's a racket for you in the Yonex range.

Both Tecnifibre and Babolat are huge, reputable tennis brands with enormous heritage. Picking between them is a tough task, especially when you consider that both brands have sponsored many great players over the years.

Head is another giant of the tennis racket world, and they have equipped some of the legends of the game. Andre Agassi, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic are just some of the big names to use this diverse selection of rackets.

Roger FedererThe Telegraph newspaper reports that Roger Federer and his advisors are in talks with the BBC that may lead to Federer joining the Wimbledon coverage team. The opportunity to bring Federer back to Wimbledon for TV work would significantly boost the tournament.

US racket manufacturer Wilson is a powerhouse of the tennis industry and has provided rackets for some of the greatest tennis players of all time including Pete Sampras, Serena Williams and Roger Federer. Wilson, like its competitors, offers a wide range of tennis rackets to suit all levels and styles of player.