According to several studies tennis players scored higher in measures of energy, optimism and self-esteem, while scoring lower in depression, anger, confusion, nervousness and tension than other athletes and non-athletes.
It’s also a sport that if played for three hours a week at temperate intensity will cut your risk of premature death by half. Playing tennis improves your anaerobic fitness thanks to the short, intense bursts of activity followed by rest which helps muscles use oxygen efficiently.