Golden Age of Tennis – Blog

13/04/2023

6 Benefits of Playing Tennis That People Should Know

We’ve seen generations of talented tennis players make history on the court, but you don’t need to have an elite skill level to see the benefits tennis provides.  Adding small amounts of activity to your lifestyle has been proven to benefit your health. But that’s not all. Check out 6 benefits of playing tennis that will greatly improve your quality of life.  Contents You’re getting a workout in Tennis improves your mental health Increases stamina You’ll get more toned You’ll improve your balance There various physical health benefits You’re getting... Read More

The Most Famous Tennis Players Throughout The 70s & 80s

Iconic tennis players from all over the world have blossomed since the start of the Open Era, showcasing legendary skills that we still admire today.  The iconic tennis superstars – that arguably peaked during the ‘70s and ‘80s – not only inspired those dominating the game today but also what we wear on the court.  Fashion within tennis was at its peak in the ‘70s and ‘80s. The classic brands Sergio Tacchini and Diadora rose to prominence during this era, all thanks to the legends who wore them. We’re going... Read More

Launching tennis balls into the air 30/11/2022

The Best Gift Ideas For Those Who Love Tennis

Finding the perfect gift for someone is difficult, especially if they have everything already! You’ve considered what you got them last year, and now you’re searching for something better, but everything screams mediocrity – we’ve all been there.  If you know an avid tennis player or a hobby enthusiast, buying them a tennis gift is a unique way of supporting their passion while gifting them something no one has before.  With Christmas Day fast approaching, let’s explore some of our favourite tennis gift ideas.   How to choose the perfect gift... Read More

Roscoe on Maggia!

We caught up with our Ambassador Roscoe Tanner recently regarding the re-launch of Maggia and this is what he said. “It’s fantastic seeing the Maggia clothing coming back – I actually got to wear a prototype of the Newcombe top earlier in the year at the GAOT event, and I really loved it. There are a million great stories about Newcombe, and it reminded me then of one particular story at a tournament in Japan. Back in those days, of course, the tour was different – players socialized much more... Read More

Maggia – a part of tennis history

Throughout human history, the number 3 has always had a unique significance. The ancient Greek philosopher, Pythagoras, postulated that the meaning behind numbers was deeply significant – 3 was considered the perfect number – the number of harmony, wisdom and understanding. Three is the Holy Trinity and the three wise men; the beginning, middle and end. Good things come in threes. Tennis is (nearly always) a game of three sets. John Newcome. Billie-Jean King. Vitas Gerulaitis. Three players with personalities that transcended their sport. Did any female sportswoman ever have... Read More

Maggia Launch Event

Tennis is a game played by young and old alike. Yes, of course we lose some of the speed and power of our youth as we age, but hopefully we make up for this with guile and experience. The second annual match between the Oratory School in Berkshire, UK, and a select Golden Age of Tennis team marked the perfect opportunity to put this theory to the test. The event also marked the launch of our Maggia range of clothing, so we had a special two days planned. The Venue?... Read More

Welcome to our new site

We are very pleased to announce the launch of our brand new eCommerce site, and also our new blog, which will be updated regularly to keep you up to date with the latest news and special offers.  Our new site has been developed with our customers in mind, and as a result of this you’ll find an easy to use website with effective search facilities and an efficient checkout process.  We really hope you enjoy having a look around the new site – we will be constantly adding new products... Read More