His son, Jamie Mackenzie, has been making waves as a young professional tennis player for some time now and is considered one of Germany's best up-and-coming talents on the international tennis tour. Father Justin Mackenzie not only works as a coach for TC Rheinstadion Düsseldorf, but also manages and organizes his son's activities. Even before his son's career took off, Jamie was TennisTraveller , working in various capacities around the world. Tennis entrepreneur and NRW International tournament organizer Marc Raffel, who also organizes various tennis camps both domestically and internationally throughout the year and is a long-standing partner, had a long conversation with Jamie. They talked about New Zealand tennis, his son, his goals, and, of course, the current state and future of German tennis. Two true TennisTraveller in conversation!
Sometimes there are rackets where you know exactly what they're all about after just a few rallies. The HEAD Boom MP falls squarely into this category. Plenty of power, plenty of comfort – and that certain "easy playing" feel that immediately invites you to just start playing. The 2026 version of the Boom MP gets an update. The big question: Will it remain the familiar "fun racket" or will it now also appeal to more ambitious players? I received it from our partner Tennis Warehouse Europe for testing, played with it extensively in Mallorca during my preseason training, and summarized my experiences in the style of a classic playtest. Another round of "TRIPLE T - TennisTraveller tests".
Not only on the tennis court, but also in the saddle, everyone is currently working hard on their form for the season. And since we believe that a tennis holiday can be perfectly combined with a cycling holiday, we invite you to our special "Tennis & Bike in Carinthia" . Austria's southernmost province not only boasts over 600 outdoor tennis courts, but also seemingly endless kilometers of fantastic cycle paths and trails for mountain bikers, gravel bikers, and road cyclists. Whether you're looking for a sporty climb up into the Nockberge mountains or a relaxed ride around the numerous lakes, all cycling enthusiasts will find the perfect area and the perfect tour here. Add to that mild temperatures from March well into October, warm lakes for swimming, action-packed adventures for adrenaline junkies, magical moments in nature, and irresistible Alpine-Adriatic cuisine. In our special feature, we present wonderful tennis hotels for cycling enthusiasts and show you exactly what cycling facilities each hotel offers, what you can expect on your bike around the hotel, and what you can look forward to. As always, varied, a little different, and full of highlights. Join us on our Tennis & Bike tour to Carinthia!
Many of you weren't just hunting for Easter eggs over the Easter weekend, but were probably at pre-season training camp. Or maybe you're there right now. Because the clay court season, and with it the league matches, is starting very soon. Today we're launching a TennisTraveller Community Challenge and want to know where and how you're preparing for the upcoming 2026 clay court season.
Share your personal, funny, or quirky tennis moments with us, either via our Instagram and Facebook pages or right here on the website. And as you know us, there's something to win: we're raffling off a short break for two at the beautifully situated Le Balze tennis hotel on Lake Garda. So you can start planning your next tennis vacation. You can participate in our challenge until Sunday, April 27, 2026. We wish you the best of luck and look forward to seeing lots of great tennis moments from you!
During my tournament week at the International Wilson Open 2026 at the Ali Bey Club Manavgat, I had a reliable and innovative companion with me – in my bottle before and during my matches. With the innovative electrolyte drink Orthomol Sport perform, I was able to replenish my electrolytes, B vitamins, and caffeine sip by sip. And it's so easy: tear open the sachet, pour the granules into your water bottle, add water, and you're done! It's especially practical and easy to take and prepare abroad, as good apple spritzer isn't always readily available. Even though the temperatures in Turkey weren't particularly high, I was always sweating, and it's important to replenish electrolytes and protect myself from fatigue and muscle exhaustion. Orthomol Sport perform, with its unique composition, makes a great contribution to this and tastes fantastic, in my opinion! It's the perfect nutritional supplement partner not only during tournaments but also during the sometimes very intensive preseason training! So recharge your energy tanks, and do it exactly when it's important and makes sense!
The BMW Open by Bitpanda is always a very special ATP tournament event on German soil. From April 11th to 19th, 2026, the ATP 500 tournament, featuring the strongest field in its history, take place at the beautiful MTTC Iphitos facility in Munich. Sascha Zverev, Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton, and Alexander Bublik lead the field and will be competing alongside rising stars Jakub Mensik and Joao Fonseca, and many more. This lineup is sure to make any tennis fan eager to watch.
Together with our partner Dunlop, we're giving away two tickets for Tuesday, April 14, 2026.And that's not all: you'll receive an exclusive tour of the tournament grounds , including behind-the-scenes glimpses and lots of background information. So don't hesitate, enter by April 6, 2026.Perhaps you'll soon be able to experience the illustrious field of participants and the unique tournament atmosphere in Munich live. Right in the heart of the action! We wish you the best of luck.
The Pure Aero series has been among the most popular tennis rackets on the tour and in tennis clubs worldwide for years. Since Carlos Alcaraz 's rise to prominence , the racket has truly entered the spotlight: The Spaniard plays with a version of the Pure Aero 98 and impressively demonstrates the amount of spin and dynamism this frame offers. But how do the Pure Aero 98 and Pure Aero Plus differ ? And which model is best suited for whom? We've taken a closer look at both rackets – in the style of a classic playtest from our "TRIPLE T - TennisTraveller Tests" section .
And now for the best part: we're giving away both Babolat Pure Aero rackets that we tested– so two of you can become real spin machines on the court! Enterby March 29, 2026 , and win either the Babolat Pure Aero Plus or the Babolat Pure Aero 98! We're keeping our fingers crossed for you, ladies!
Fantastic news from our partner Dunlop! Dunlop is proud to announce its return as the official ball partner of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart. For the first time since 2013, Dunlop will once again provide the official tournament ball when the world's best female tennis players gather from April 11th to 19th, 2026, for one of the most prestigious indoor tournaments on the WTA calendar. With over 100 years of tennis tradition, Dunlop stands for quality, innovation, and a genuine passion for the sport. The brand was already part of this long-standing tournament until 2013 – and now it returns to the big stage with the same conviction and commitment.
In our "TRIPLE T - TennisTraveller Tests" , we've once again taken a close look at a tennis shoe: the adidas Barricade 14 ALLCOURT tennis shoe for women, which we received for testing from our partner Tennis Warehouse Europe . Some tennis shoes feel like sneakers. Others more like "tools." And then there are models like the Barricade 14 – which feel more like a tactical upgrade for the game. With the latest version of the legendary Barricade series, adidas is launching an all-court shoe that aims to combine stability, control, and comfort in a modern, lighter package. We've examined what the Barricade 14 can really do – and who it's suitable for.
How do you actually ensure you get enough vitamins and nutrients? On my road to Manavgat and my return to regular training, I naturally pay close attention to my diet. Especially during my three-week tour through Vietnam, in addition to a healthy and balanced diet, a daily extra dose of vitamins and nutrients on the agenda. This is particularly important when exercising in a hot and humid climate and sweating profusely, as I do. A wonderful little helper proved to be an Orthomol Sport drink – a true all-rounder when it comes to supplements, containing important vitamins, minerals, magnesium, coenzyme Q10, and omega-3. And what can I say? Since I've been drinking a bottle of Orthomol Sport every day for the past six weeks, I've practically had no more toe cramps. And they were really bothering me at the end of last year. But find out for yourself which vitamins and nutrients are actually good for what.
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