Eye dominance can also be relevant in tennis, as it can affect a player’s ability to aim accurately and track the ball. Here’s a summary of the research related to dominant eye in tennis:
Serving:
A study published in the Journal of Sports Sciences in 2009 investigated the relationship between ocular dominance and serving accuracy in tennis. The research found that players with a dominant eye on the same side as their serving arm had higher serving accuracy compared to those with a non-dominant eye on the serving side.
Another study published in the Journal of Human Kinetics in 2014 examined the influence of eye dominance on serving performance in tennis. The findings suggested that players with a dominant eye on the same side as their serving arm had better serve consistency and accuracy.
Forehand and Backhand:
A study published in the International Journal of Exercise Science in 2018 investigated the relationship between eye dominance and forehand and backhand performance in tennis. The research found that players with a dominant eye on the same side as their forehand arm had higher forehand accuracy compared to those with a non-dominant eye on the forehand side. However, the study did not find a significant relationship between eye dominance and backhand performance.
Visual Tracking:
Research published in the Journal of Sports Sciences in 2012 investigated the relationship between ocular dominance and visual tracking performance in tennis. The findings suggested that players with a dominant eye on the same side as their hitting arm had better visual tracking ability for both forehand and backhand strokes.
Overall, the research suggests that eye dominance can play a role in tennis performance, particularly in serving accuracy and forehand accuracy. However, the relationship between eye dominance and backhand performance is less clear. Coaches and players may consider testing eye dominance and incorporating this information into training and practice to optimize performance.