Frustration

I lost the most frustrating match of my playing career today. I came out strong and won the first set 6-1. I was able to break in the second to go up 4-2, then held for a 5-2 lead. Serving for the match at 5-3, I clawed my way to a match point....only to double fault it away and go on to lose the second set 7-5. I re-grouped for the third. I started serving the set, and felt like I had my mojo back. I was leading 4-1, and not playing like I was protecting a lead. I had been struggling with my serve all match long...and that lack of confidence trickled down to the rest of my game. Approaching the three hour mark, I also felt a fatigue taking over. My leg muscles just weren't responding. I lost the set and match 6-4 in the third. A colossal collapse and major disappointment.

I guess I wanted it more than I realized, because losing this match today is so disappointing for me. There is a back draw, and I play again tomorrow at 10:30. I'll do my best to put today behind me. I wanted singles match play and I got it. It's why I came.

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