Coach Craig Veal Interview: Developing Consistent Performance, Same vs Different Partners, & Doubles Strategy

Craig Veal shares his experience coaching three top-40 WTA doubles players: Desirae Krawczyk (#14), Olivia Nicholls (#32), and Teresa Mihalikova (#34). Currently in Paris, preparing his players for the upcoming French Open, Craig and I discussed how he manages multiple players while sharing strategy insights, and more. Craig's coaching philosophy centers on "coaching people first, tennis second," which has led to long-term coaching relationships He shares one doubles tactic that is more effective on clay vs other surfaces His top 3 questions for club doubles players playing with new partners How Olivia Nicholls has improved her ranking so consistently, plus insights into her match review process Why right-handed players in the ad court should hit more forehands rather than relying solely on backhands Where Des Krawczyk's mixed doubles success comes from, including her in-match "dad jokes" 🤣 Why ATP doubles faces different challenges than WTA doubles This was a fun conversation that I think everyone will enjoy, whether you're a club player looking to improve or a WTA doubles fan. Watch Craig's players this year and follow him below. Learn more about Craig & follow: Instagram Twitter/X WTA Coach Profile ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course