Long-Time Snubbing of Tennis Pioneer Turns Hall of Fame into Hall of Shame
When will the International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) do the right thing?The ITHF announced today three candidates for selection to the contributors section of [...]
Federer Dominates Roddick on Way to 10th Consecutive Grand Slam Semifinal
The computer-like, hitting machine that glides across the court, smacking winners from everywhere and responds to the name ‘Roger Federer’ will compete in its 10th [...]
Venus Rallies to Oust Jankovic, Faces Top-ranked Henin in the Semis
Though not at her best, Venus Williams scuffled and clawed her way back into the top 10 by ousting No. 3 seed Jelena Jankovic in [...]
Serena Loses Three in a Row to Henin, Big Sis Venus Battles Jankovic Tonight
Richard Williams spent about an hour on a U.S. Open practice court Tuesday evening with older daughter, Venus, preparing her to face Jelena Jankovic Wednesday [...]
Roddick Strolls into U.S. Open Quarterfinals, But Blake is ousted in 5-Sets
Andy Roddick reached the U.S. Open quarterfinals Monday without breaking a sweat. Nice quick day for Roddick, but not nearly enough work if you’re coached [...]
Williams Sisters, Venus and Serena, Advance to US Open Quarterfinals
The tennis world’s highly touted Sisters Act, Serena and Venus Williams, stayed on course for a possible semifinal showdown with impressive off-Broadway matinee performances at [...]
Blake Needs One More Win for 3rd Straight U.S. Open Quarterfinal Berth
No. 6 seed James Blake, getting stronger with each match, is a victory away from earning his third consecutive U.S. Open quarterfinals berth. Germany’s Tommy [...]
Notes & Quotes From Week 1 at the US Open
Quote of the Week: Maria Sharapova -- “Definitely not an easy day at the office for me. But, you know, I could sit here all [...]
Rally Style “Baseline Brawls†Physically Demanding on Players, Trainers and Fans
Baseline rallies often lasting much longer than a minute. Players eliminated due to injuries or hobbled by debilitating cramps. Grueling five-set matches. Is it possible [...]