@@famz8295but he would also get beaten by younger compatriots, he was ranked 148 in juniors at age 15 while Thijs Boogaard is ranked no.41 at age 14, and there are even players like Alliassime and Alcaraz already hat ATP points at age 14 (and Carlos beat the no.140 ATP ranked player at age 15). But he already has to be insanely good to be even compared to these players, so he has a bright future.
I really think Felix your main weakness is that you play reactionary tennis. Your anticipation is secondary rather than primary (you are feeling the opponents play rather than taking charge with your own). This match is a good example. Ben is moving to position with a lot more confidence, you are relying on your speed to get you out of trouble, which doesn't work on a grass court. I would advise working on anticipation drills (perhaps reaction times, reading patterns, breaking down regular plays etc). You need bread and butter to go to rather than trying to add too many layers. Of course all the top 100 players have all the shots, but primarily they all have a Route A that just works for them 80% of the time.
I agree, Felix is being reactive rather than proactive...but that's honestly a hard change for a lot of people. It's a mental shift. I compare it to people who are good at the range in golf and then when they go to the course they forget their swing and just try to hit the ball - rather than trust their swing. But yeah, I wish that flex lost on his sword rather than on his shield.
Ben is a hell of a player and is probably playing British Tour level tennis at least. No shame losing to Ben as clearly he's heading for the top as long as he stays on track.
Saw ben play a few years ago at a local tournament when he was just 13, he smashed it all the way to the final of the men's opens singles. This kid is destined for the top level!!
Lots and lots of child prodigies who never turn pro. I know quite a few myself across different sports. Some peak very young, others lose their discipline throughout puberty or decide they want to pursue something else, etc. Even as a prodigy, the odds are still stacked against you...
@@scottcarson3059 Raducanu has been working on her Porsche sponsorship - it's a great partnership - no WTA player has ever gone quicker from 10 to 100+
Very entertaining, Felix! Reminds me of when I played a 14 year old visiting London from Germany, whose family came courtside to watch him beat me 6-3 in the first set. I was 4-3 up in the second set when our time ran out. Just like Ben, his focus and alertness and controlled aggression were impressive. One thing that might make your videos even better would be some slow-motion clips of the best points.
It's kinda cruel how much you invest early in a sport like tennis, and then the outcome depends so much on the height lottery in your late teens. I hope for Ben that he gets a couple more growth spurs.
@@Tennis214 It's crazy how much it matters, a couple years ago I played a guy when I was 13 and he was about 5"4. We had a close match and I won 64 36 10-5. I played him again a few months ago and he's 6"5 and 16 now, he destroyed me 62 61 and has a serve easily over 100mph. Its crazy how much the height has changed him as a player
Felix I’ve been watching you since you had I think 10/15k subs? It’s amazing what you’ve accomplished man I’m a weak USTA 4.0 at best and I just admire the transparency and willingness to play anyone win or lose you learn something from it. I respect the humbleness and humility. Best of luck for the grass season and excited for more videos!
I played Ben years ago in a tournament final and being older and bigger I assumed I’d win but absolutely not, Ben is insane and it feels great to have won a set against him although ultimately losing, well played and I hope to see you at Wimbledon one year ❤
Hi, so glad you invited Benjamin Gusic-Wan to play on your channel. He is a very good player at his age and for his size. Great video. I wish Ben a good continuation, I’m sure he’ll be a top 50 player in 5 or 7 years:)
Wow. Ben plays with such accuracy and reads the plays very well. Felix, I really respect your ability to side step your ego and share even your defeats like this in order to bring us good tennis content. Much appreciated. IT was close.
Amazing match! I saw how Ben hits the inside out so well. Great effort for you both. You had match points. Tie breaks are really exciting and unpredictable!
Another great video Felix! Looks like a terrific training session, and it was great to be introduced to another fantastic up and coming player in Ben. Looking forward to continuing to watch you both on your tennis journeys! 👍
What a match! Don't be so worried though, because he is a very talented prodigy!! I remember when I was slightly younger I lost to an 8 year old 😳😳, it also was a very close match but that player gave me a boost of confidence to keep going. Although it may have been embarrassing to you, I thought it was such an amazing match. Keep on training and soon you will be in the US Open!!!!!
The main difference i see is that Ben love to take control of the play. It's not just about aggressivity. He's very proactive. Great mindset for both of you
Last year I had to play an 11 year old (I am 32) in a tournament...I lost 6-4 6-4. Yes I was way more powerful than him, but he could play everything with a much better technique than I and he was fast as hell! I could send him 10 times left or right but everything kept on comming back. After the match when I talked with him and his dad I found out he trained 6 times a week, while I uhh well 1 or 2 hours haha. And he was playing the same amount of years as me (5 years).
Thanks for another great video Felix. Ben's strokes and aggressive style are super impressive and effective, specially on grass. Seems like a very tricky opponent to beat. Would love a rematch and very keen to see what adjustments/strategies you can implement to take the next one.
So many haters in this comment thread. I'm sorry you're dealing with this dude. Gasquet made his professional debut at 15 as well and beat a pro then. So don't let people get you down with these dumb comments. And good luck with your improvement on grass court. Very tough surface for sure.
you need to improve your reaction speed Felix. I timed some of you shots in this video, and your reaction starts about 600 sec after the ball leaves your opponents racquet. may be since it is practice it is a bit slow I guess, but non the less it would help if you work on reaction speeds, that way you will be able to read your opponents shot placement quicker in a real match (reaction speed on court
No, it's not embarrassing. Get that junk out your head. He's an amazing player. Period. So are you. You don't want people to set limitations on you, so don't set them on others just because of their age.
It is frankly unbelievable how he can play like that while being so short. Let us hope he is a late grower because it looks like he could become the real deal.
You need to develop a better lob,....-you missed too many chances to lob the 'smaller' opponent,...and instead you just hit the ball down the middle where he drop-volleyed you about 20 times.
Felix this is a very interesting scenario. I thought you would absolutely overpower and smoke this young man. Perhaps superstars, or upcoming superstars in any endeavor be it athletic or academic, are born and not made.
There are definitely certain people who just have a natural predisposition to a certain talent. My favourite example is my cousins fostered a child who’s original family understood nothing whatsoever about music. They introduced her to the violin and she genuinely just picked it up like it was another part of her body. I’m a solid believer that the balance between nature and nurture is pretty even.
I almost wasn't going to watch this video because I thought you were going to whoop his *ss. I love this content! I also know you're going to make it as a player. You have the mind for it from what you express. You're already famous and top 10 in my mind. Just a matter of time!
The kid rarely misses. Incredible for his age... Also I know I might be a nobody to you for saying this but, try to bend that left elbow more on the backhand to get full speed on the ball. Just like Djokovic,Alcaraz and co. are doing. I don't wanna sound like I'm a pro coach or something of course, but that's just a small thing I saw that could maybe benefit your backhand more. Maybe you could try it and see for yourself. Love the Journey as always and looking forward to more 🔥🔥👍
no felix cant even know how to play he just plays one style and its obvious even i could beat him baseline and not even close, but since his serve is big but its not deadly its easy to return
@@lustylusty180Bro you're on every comment here berating the guy and this is the first video I've seen of him. I really hope you can get that stick out of your ass soon.
Good Fun Video 😂. Might I suggest that in this scenario 6-0 6-0 for you is pretty much the only acceptable scoreline, give or take a game or two. When you Practice You need to Practice with Match intensity and Nothing less. Plus every single person you play in the space is a Potential Opponent in a future Tournament and so you need to assert your Authority even in practice. You seem like a Super nice Guy, But on Tour it is kill or be killed with a smile.
Hey im reañly morivated by your channel. Its hunbling and motivational at the same time. I started playing tennis 2 weeks ago and got the green light to practice with the intermediate and sometimes the advance clinics. While i started super late. I do want to push to whatever level i can get to. Wondeirng if you ever read the book peak: the science of expertise. And in addition considered unique methods for muscle memory... Thanks for the content
Recently I went to some U14, U16 tournaments. It is so nice to see. The servs are not massive and the rallies are amazing! I really enjoyed it. I am wondering if there is any way we can follow the u14, u16 matches better ??!!
"I had very low expectations" (TM) - Felix. Come on Felix, you literally same this shit every time you play. First clay tournament, first grass, some ranked dude, some famous kid. Your mind set is obvious here, you need to change it man.
At 28yo I played an open tournament that I believe was won by a 13 yo. Michael Chang was good early. A friend’s son is 9yo, (10yo USTA) and now that I’m in my late 60s could probably beat me. He’s the #1 10u in the world, having just won the Smrikva Bowl. For reference, Carlos lost in the finals and Holger lost in the 1/4s back when they were 10.
The amount of control Ben displays at his age is nutty.
every ranked player even top 1500 would destroy him without any effort
@@famz8295but he would also get beaten by younger compatriots, he was ranked 148 in juniors at age 15 while Thijs Boogaard is ranked no.41 at age 14, and there are even players like Alliassime and Alcaraz already hat ATP points at age 14 (and Carlos beat the no.140 ATP ranked player at age 15). But he already has to be insanely good to be even compared to these players, so he has a bright future.
that kid is on crack.
@@nsa4444probably not lol.
@@tijgertjekonijnwordopgegeten Does this kid hit with loose tension to get more angle on the ball.
I really think Felix your main weakness is that you play reactionary tennis. Your anticipation is secondary rather than primary (you are feeling the opponents play rather than taking charge with your own). This match is a good example. Ben is moving to position with a lot more confidence, you are relying on your speed to get you out of trouble, which doesn't work on a grass court. I would advise working on anticipation drills (perhaps reaction times, reading patterns, breaking down regular plays etc).
You need bread and butter to go to rather than trying to add too many layers. Of course all the top 100 players have all the shots, but primarily they all have a Route A that just works for them 80% of the time.
Bens's baseline depth and angles seem to win it imo.
It's the forehand.
I agree, Felix is being reactive rather than proactive...but that's honestly a hard change for a lot of people. It's a mental shift. I compare it to people who are good at the range in golf and then when they go to the course they forget their swing and just try to hit the ball - rather than trust their swing. But yeah, I wish that flex lost on his sword rather than on his shield.
This is spot on!
Ben is a hell of a player and is probably playing British Tour level tennis at least.
No shame losing to Ben as clearly he's heading for the top as long as he stays on track.
I watched Ben win the U16 nationals against the much taller Bonding (also great prospect) and can confirm he’s very tenacious.
Saw ben play a few years ago at a local tournament when he was just 13, he smashed it all the way to the final of the men's opens singles. This kid is destined for the top level!!
Not how tennis works.
@@richcampbell6808 how does tennis work
@@Ruhan885 who said anything about guaranteed?
Lots and lots of child prodigies who never turn pro. I know quite a few myself across different sports.
Some peak very young, others lose their discipline throughout puberty or decide they want to pursue something else, etc. Even as a prodigy, the odds are still stacked against you...
@@Hugo-ew2ko true
Felix- Would be great to see you play against British female Pros, (Dart, Swan, Boulter, etc.)
raducanu
@@brandonj5586 Lol
@@brandonj5586more likely to go shopping with radacanu than play tennis lol
@@scottcarson3059 Raducanu has been working on her Porsche sponsorship - it's a great partnership - no WTA player has ever gone quicker from 10 to 100+
Or Jodie burrage
Excited to see you get into tournaments again! I can see you improving every video, keep it going!
These kids just too good! I think it's better to enjoy tennis at the moment, try your best, that's the winning
Finally! We missed you❤
Very entertaining, Felix! Reminds me of when I played a 14 year old visiting London from Germany, whose family came courtside to watch him beat me 6-3 in the first set. I was 4-3 up in the second set when our time ran out. Just like Ben, his focus and alertness and controlled aggression were impressive. One thing that might make your videos even better would be some slow-motion clips of the best points.
It's kinda cruel how much you invest early in a sport like tennis, and then the outcome depends so much on the height lottery in your late teens. I hope for Ben that he gets a couple more growth spurs.
How does height matter?
@@theowebster2278It’s extremely important in tennis. Advantage on serve clearance, groundstrokes power.. etc
@@theowebster2278on the pro tour because of the serve and power. Ideal length is between 180 and 190cm.
@@Tennis214 It's crazy how much it matters, a couple years ago I played a guy when I was 13 and he was about 5"4. We had a close match and I won 64 36 10-5. I played him again a few months ago and he's 6"5 and 16 now, he destroyed me 62 61 and has a serve easily over 100mph. Its crazy how much the height has changed him as a player
@@theowebster2278 Why tf do you think it matters Is it not obvious?
Felix I’ve been watching you since you had I think 10/15k subs? It’s amazing what you’ve accomplished man I’m a weak USTA 4.0 at best and I just admire the transparency and willingness to play anyone win or lose you learn something from it. I respect the humbleness and humility. Best of luck for the grass season and excited for more videos!
I appreciate that!
I played Ben years ago in a tournament final and being older and bigger I assumed I’d win but absolutely not, Ben is insane and it feels great to have won a set against him although ultimately losing, well played and I hope to see you at Wimbledon one year ❤
Nah bro, you lost both times you played him. Both 9 and under
Being only 5'5", Ben gives me hope.
I mean he's also only 15 so...
@@roter13he means you can compete with bigger guys on grass with less power, like schwartzman
Yes but at the same time the taller kids need to get used to their body first. I'd say Ben has an early advantage at the moment
@@oapilef9911 taller kids will always have an advantage in tennis, better angels, much more power, more court coverage
@offbeat1545 I'm aware. But because of how sudden the growth spurts are it will take a few years for them to get used to it.
Felix, you're becoming a machine! Your level is more and more impressive. All the hard work pays off! Keep it up!
brick by brick, small short-term wins will accumulate into big long-term wins! Best of luck for continued success
Hi, so glad you invited Benjamin Gusic-Wan to play on your channel. He is a very good player at his age and for his size. Great video. I wish Ben a good continuation, I’m sure he’ll be a top 50 player in 5 or 7 years:)
Ahhh thanks for the full name mate !
I'd love to see the re-match. I'm wondering what advice you got from your coach to prepare for the next match with Ben.
Somewhat sad he needs the help of a coach to devise a game plan against a 15 year old... and I'm a fan of Felix and was shocked by the result
Wow. Ben plays with such accuracy and reads the plays very well. Felix, I really respect your ability to side step your ego and share even your defeats like this in order to bring us good tennis content. Much appreciated. IT was close.
You are so much better than when you started these videos. Keep it up man.
Finally…I had been waiting for a post of ur channel since weeks now ❤
Thank you felix
Love from India
before all you were too talkative too much off topic of the point now you clearly commited to beating this teenager respect for taking job seriously
I really like Ben. I played a match against him ones that was great. I think he probably doesn’t remember me but he’s a great guy
Just getting back into tennis at 30. Love watching how clean your guy’s forms are.
Amazing match! I saw how Ben hits the inside out so well. Great effort for you both. You had match points. Tie breaks are really exciting and unpredictable!
Another great video Felix! Looks like a terrific training session, and it was great to be introduced to another fantastic up and coming player in Ben. Looking forward to continuing to watch you both on your tennis journeys! 👍
What a match! Don't be so worried though, because he is a very talented prodigy!! I remember when I was slightly younger I lost to an 8 year old 😳😳, it also was a very close match but that player gave me a boost of confidence to keep going. Although it may have been embarrassing to you, I thought it was such an amazing match. Keep on training and soon you will be in the US Open!!!!!
I see that during your absence you have improved your editing skills :) good job, keep up the good work
haha thanks
This kid is the definition of talent. You just can't teach or work hard to get to what just comes naturally to him.
The main difference i see is that Ben love to take control of the play. It's not just about aggressivity. He's very proactive. Great mindset for both of you
For his sake I really hope he grows quite a bit taller, would really suck to see such a skilled and talented prospect get ruined because he’s short
Last year I had to play an 11 year old (I am 32) in a tournament...I lost 6-4 6-4. Yes I was way more powerful than him, but he could play everything with a much better technique than I and he was fast as hell! I could send him 10 times left or right but everything kept on comming back. After the match when I talked with him and his dad I found out he trained 6 times a week, while I uhh well 1 or 2 hours haha. And he was playing the same amount of years as me (5 years).
Love ur technique and playstyle, it just looks so clean, i mean look at your serves…. Would love to serve like that
Finaly, a video. I got addicted to your video’s 😂
I know Ben as a Kent player myself and must say seeing him play up close is crazy he’s so good
Thanks for another great video Felix. Ben's strokes and aggressive style are super impressive and effective, specially on grass. Seems like a very tricky opponent to beat. Would love a rematch and very keen to see what adjustments/strategies you can implement to take the next one.
So many haters in this comment thread. I'm sorry you're dealing with this dude. Gasquet made his professional debut at 15 as well and beat a pro then. So don't let people get you down with these dumb comments. And good luck with your improvement on grass court. Very tough surface for sure.
you need to improve your reaction speed Felix. I timed some of you shots in this video, and your reaction starts about 600 sec after the ball leaves your opponents racquet. may be since it is practice it is a bit slow I guess, but non the less it would help if you work on reaction speeds, that way you will be able to read your opponents shot placement quicker in a real match (reaction speed on court
The problem with a future rematch is that with each passing day Ben is moving upwards towards his physical prime. You’re not. 😢
That punishing shot against that second serve @5:57 was DIRTY!!!!!
Felix keeping kids confident and happy
Not sure rematch will go any different. Maybe he has a 12 year old brother you could try to play next?
I’d like to think you have a later career in commentary because your analysis and articulation is really good. Good luck on the grass season!
Hey don't put a fork in ol' Felix just yet - there's gonna be a rematch 💀💀
The G is back
Finally you posted 💪💪💪
No, it's not embarrassing. Get that junk out your head.
He's an amazing player. Period.
So are you.
You don't want people to set limitations on you, so don't set them on others just because of their age.
Jeez Ben is very skilled for his age, but great work today Felix! Keep moving upwards and onwards and we'll get there mate! 🎉
This kid is a monster. Such fluid movements and precise shots
He moves that racquet like Alcaraz!
Damn impressive
It is frankly unbelievable how he can play like that while being so short. Let us hope he is a late grower because it looks like he could become the real deal.
zero embarrasing! keep up with this videos 👌
Felix looks so good in the all white. 😍
🤨
Ben's drive has a life of its own
What incredible tennis, Djokovic-esque
WOW. That lil dude is amazing.
Benjamin Gusic Wan !!!
Well done Felix !
U play good sparring in order 2 progress !
Gros mental ! Bravo !
I like this camera angle we never see in pro matches on the tour level.
Cheers to Felix for playing a match against the kid.
Totally unreal level by that 15 year old. Hope to see him at the US Open soon
I saw Ben playing in the first round of junior Wimbledon, and it was awesome to see him play this match!
You need to develop a better lob,....-you missed too many chances to lob the 'smaller' opponent,...and instead you just hit the ball down the middle where he drop-volleyed you about 20 times.
You should play a boy named Reita Yamanaka
Nothing to be embarased! What an incredible player is Ben.
Felix this is a very interesting scenario. I thought you would absolutely overpower and smoke this young man. Perhaps superstars, or upcoming superstars in any endeavor be it athletic or academic, are born and not made.
There are definitely certain people who just have a natural predisposition to a certain talent. My favourite example is my cousins fostered a child who’s original family understood nothing whatsoever about music. They introduced her to the violin and she genuinely just picked it up like it was another part of her body. I’m a solid believer that the balance between nature and nurture is pretty even.
Felix, you are such good tennis player (you are improving everyday) but also that video editing is awesome. :) Vamos!!!!!!!
I almost wasn't going to watch this video because I thought you were going to whoop his *ss. I love this content! I also know you're going to make it as a player. You have the mind for it from what you express. You're already famous and top 10 in my mind. Just a matter of time!
Glad You're Back! Where have you been? Also, There wasn't a last week's video lol
Esperemos ver pronto a Ben en los torneos grandes!
Solid play from both ends
Ben will be a future top 100 player
Gusic Wan is insane
He's def going to be top 300 ATP at some point.
this reminds me of Agassi. Andre was beating UNLV college players while 14/15.
Wow! Ben is incredible! Another great video Felix, waiting for the rematch
Ben is crazy good!
The kid rarely misses.
Incredible for his age...
Also I know I might be a nobody to you for saying this but, try to bend that left elbow more on the backhand to get full speed on the ball.
Just like Djokovic,Alcaraz and co. are doing.
I don't wanna sound like I'm a pro coach or something of course, but that's just a small thing I saw that could maybe benefit your backhand more.
Maybe you could try it and see for yourself.
Love the Journey as always and looking forward to more 🔥🔥👍
no felix cant even know how to play he just plays one style and its obvious even i could beat him baseline and not even close, but since his serve is big but its not deadly its easy to return
@andrewsmith3613 Yeah I agree with that.
A bit deeper and more to the side so he makes his opponents run.
@@lustylusty180Bro you're on every comment here berating the guy and this is the first video I've seen of him. I really hope you can get that stick out of your ass soon.
Loved the video and know you have a different editor now- I feel like the transitions were a bit much. Great content tho!
yeah bro u gotta hang it up after that 😂
haha , tough
That kid is extremely polished.
He’s got de Minaur flat forehand, so efficient on grass
What racquet was Ben using?
Still waiting for that rematch!
That video you made with Arther Fery, did you know he’s playing Medvedev in R1 of Wimbledon!
Good Fun Video 😂. Might I suggest that in this scenario 6-0 6-0 for you is pretty much the only acceptable scoreline, give or take a game or two.
When you Practice You need to Practice with Match intensity and Nothing less. Plus every single person you play in the space is a Potential Opponent in a future Tournament and so you need to assert your Authority even in practice. You seem like a Super nice Guy, But on Tour it is kill or be killed with a smile.
This kid is great, hope he gets a growth spurt though otherwise he will struggle in the professional circuit
Is already over 5k likes, please comment below and state if we are gonna see a rematch soonest.
Ben is so cool. Thanks for the vid.
Play again with Ben ! Let's do it !
Wow, that kid is a beast.
Hey im reañly morivated by your channel. Its hunbling and motivational at the same time. I started playing tennis 2 weeks ago and got the green light to practice with the intermediate and sometimes the advance clinics. While i started super late. I do want to push to whatever level i can get to.
Wondeirng if you ever read the book peak: the science of expertise. And in addition considered unique methods for muscle memory... Thanks for the content
Can you play Manas dhamne ?. He plays at piatti academy m he is 15 and already played a T20 match
103,399 views, 6.6k likes, 291 comments, 162k subscribers. Nice!!
Recently I went to some U14, U16 tournaments. It is so nice to see. The servs are not massive and the rallies are amazing! I really enjoyed it. I am wondering if there is any way we can follow the u14, u16 matches better ??!!
Keep going!
"I had very low expectations" (TM) - Felix.
Come on Felix, you literally same this shit every time you play. First clay tournament, first grass, some ranked dude, some famous kid. Your mind set is obvious here, you need to change it man.
At 28yo I played an open tournament that I believe was won by a 13 yo. Michael Chang was good early. A friend’s son is 9yo, (10yo USTA) and now that I’m in my late 60s could probably beat me. He’s the #1 10u in the world, having just won the Smrikva Bowl. For reference, Carlos lost in the finals and Holger lost in the 1/4s back when they were 10.
I wish you got 5000 likes bro to see the rematch!!
Still waiting for the rematch ;)
i now play a lot of tennis 5 days a week, only i got an injury in my arm (overstretched). what are exercises to prevent this?
The kid's net instincts are 100%