Roger Federer Video: Watch Federer’s Sick Athleticism in Dubai

The ATP 500 event in Dubai, which Novak Djokovic has won for the past three years, saw Roger Federer showcasing his variety on court. The Swiss Maestro has lifted the winner’s trophy in this event four times before and is looking to do it again. He defeated Michael Llodra in straight sets in a masterclass performance that lasted just over an hour on Tuesday. On Wednesday he faced Feliciano Lopez... 

2012 Six Nations: Ireland Team to Face France

Declan Kidney has named an unchanged starting 15 and bench to face the French in the Stade de France this Sunday. Obviously, this is no surprise as Ireland dominated last Saturday’s match against the Italians from start to finish. As usual, there were some doubts over the fitness of players who had picked up knocks, with Rob Kearney (groin), Gordon D’Arcy (shoulder), Sean O’Brien... 

French Open 2012: 15 Reasons We Can’t Wait for Tennis’ Next Grand Slam

Although there is plenty of tennis for hardcore fans to follow during the time between the first two Grand Slams, many people less familiar with the sport find it a lull period during the season. However, even for those people, it is never too early to begin getting excited for the season’s next Slam, and the 2012 French Open promises to be a good one. Here’s a look at some of the most... 

Serena Williams Oscar Party: Which Big-Name Celebs Partied with Tennis Champ?

The Vanity Fair post-Oscar party seemed like it was quite the bash. A number of celebrities were seen living it up after watching The Artist bring home most of the major hardware at the 84th annual Academy Awards. Let’s take a look at who was there.   Venus and Serena Williams These two sisters, who have dominated women’s tennis since the late 1990’s, decided to make an appearance... 

Super Rugby 2012: 4 Teams Guaranteed to Lose in Round 2

Last week I went 4-4 in my guarantees. The Hurricanes put up a bigger fight than anyone predicted, the Chiefs struggled against a superior pack, the Brumbies were perhaps lucky to grind out a win and Elton Janties showed that he is never to be counted out. In fairness, no team is ever guaranteed to lose, or else no game would be worth playing. But these four teams will be facing a serious uphill battle... 

5 Tennis Stars Who Are Stellar at Other Sports

Sports are often compared to other sports—that is just a fact. Sometimes the physics of several games are juxtaposed and cross-analyzed. Many require similar skills although the training, preparation and talent needed to be successful in each vary greatly. Tennis players act similarly each time they step onto the court. However, many athletes are so fit and coordinated they could probably do... 

2012 Six Nations Rugby: Scotland Searching for Answers After France’s Rally

Ross Rennie’s facial expression in postgame interviews said it all. Man of the match in a hard-fought defeat to France, Rennie simply looked stunned. He wasn’t the only one as the crowd’s collective head hung low. “We put another massive effort in,” the steadfast open-side flanker lamented. “To come away with nothing, I think everyone is probably down.” Despite... 

Novak Djokovic: Why Can Nobody Beat the World No. 1 Right Now?

After a few weeks off, Novak Djokovic returns to ATP World Tour action this week at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, where he aims to defend his title against a field that includes seven other members of the top 10. Based upon the form and fight Djokovic showed at the 2012 Australian Open, it’ll be a tough task for anyone in the field to top him. However, that seems to be the norm for... 

Federer and Djokovic: Among Top 9 Winning Indian Wells and Miami Back-to-Back

March Madness has its own special setting for tennis. Prior to the start of the dusty clay-court season in April, the tour swings through the States landing first in the California desert at a venue called Indian Wells before proceeding to Miami and the Sony Ericsson Open. Both tournaments field players for a Masters 1000 for the men and a premiere mandatory event for the ladies with 96 participants... 

Seven Reasons U.S. Tennis Is Struggling so Mightily at the Moment

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have brought forth an exciting era of tennis that includes a deep field of talent and a number of potential stars. Many would call this time a Golden Age as fans watch the game evolve with new styles and unprecedented levels of greatness. But where are the Americans? Every Grand Slam presents the same question as American Men and Women professional tennis... 

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