On the mental toughness of self-aware athletes: Evidence from competitive tennis players

摘要

Mental toughness (MT) is widely recognised as a fundamental attribute for attaining success in sport. 1 Mentallytougher athletes maintain performance levels during adversity; perceive pressure as a challenge and a catalyst forprospering; and maintain emotional, cognitive and behavioural control despite situational stressors. 2 Consideringthe appeal that these cognitive and behavioural signatures have to athletes, MT has become a prominent researcharea in the sport performance literature.