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The purpose of the study was to investigation of selected anthropometric and physical variables predicator of fast serve in tennis. Thirty (30) male tennis players were chosen as subjects for the purpose of present study. The selection of subjects was based on participation in national level tournaments. Height, weight, leg length, arm length, chest girth, shoulder width, upper arm girth and fore arm girth were the anthropometric variables; grip strength, arm & shoulder strength, back strength and leg strength were the selected physical variables The speed of fast serve performance in tennis was estimated by a Speed Radar Gun. To investigate anthropometric and physical variables predicator of fast serve performance in tennis, multiple regressions was applied by using Step-Wise Method. Two Models and regression equation for prediction of fast serve was also developed. Among both the models the second model in which arm & shoulder strength and upper arm girth observed was 69.7% which was the highest among all other discussed models. Hence, this model is most suitable and adaptable for serve in tennis.