accessories

As well as a racquet, there are plenty of extra items you can be chucking in to your kit bag to help your game.

Sweatbands to soak up perspiration are a good idea on a hot day. A cap or visor is also sensible, especially if the sun is low.

But don't be fooled; many professionals are given headwear by their sponsors because wearing it guarantees their logo a place in the post-match interview.

• Frame
• Racquet head
• Strings
• The grip
• The ball