The grunt - a natural sound or tactical?

Maria Sharapova, of Russia, a famous grunter.

Maria Sharapova, of Russia, a famous grunter. Source: APP

The great grunting debate in tennis has been reignited at the Australian Open with questions asked whether the practice gives the player an unfair advantage.


Sport scientists say a loud and prolonged grunt when striking the ball can hamper an opponent's decision-making when receiving the shot.


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