U.S. Open Tennis 2010: Top 10 Steamy Storylines for Thursday

There have been many stories so far at the U.S. Open but the weather seems to be leading them all. Victoria Azarenka, the No. 10 seed on the women’s side, collapsed in her second round contest against Gisela Dulko while playing on the Grandstand Court. Temperatures soared to over 90 degrees while they played.  Azarenka trailed Dulko 5-2 at the time. Tournament officials were quick to... 

Roger Federer: Can His Top 20 Records in Tennis Ever Be Broken?

Do you remember what it felt like when Emmitt Smith hung up his cleats, no longer hustling in the Dallas Cowboy backfield?Or how the Windy City sighed when the Chicago Bears could no longer rely on "Sweetness” to gain impossible yardage to convert on a third down? When was it that Edwin Moses no longer dominated the 400-meter hurdles at the summer Olympics or Michael Jordan no longer jammed... 

U.S. Open Tennis 2010: No. 3 Seed Venus Williams, My Sister’s Keeper After All

Remember the good old days of women’s tennis when Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova battled for championships at each and every major event?   Their rivalry built and sustained women’s tennis for almost 20 years. They owned distinctively different styles of play and on court mannerisms and off court proclivities that set them apart from one another. Divided on their styles of play... 

U.S. Open 2010: The All-Time Top 20 Men’s U.S. Open Champs

In the beginning, like most institutions in modern society, the U.S. Open was “open” only to men who competed in singles. The first tournament was held in August of 1881 in Newport, Rhode Island.Back in those days the tournament used a challenger system, which meant that last year’s champion only had to play in the final match when “challenged” to do so. Quite a benefit... 

U.S. Open Tennis 2010: Roger Federer Leap-Frogs Field in Latest Power Rankings

As we get ready to head into the 2010 U.S. Open at the end of a long stretch of hard court tournaments in America, there are some traditional clear cut favorites who will claim the attention of the media and tennis fans. Unfortunately, last year’s winner, Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina, will not be able to defend his 2009 U.S. Open Championship after undergoing wrist surgery in May at the... 

Roger Federer: Virtually Unequalled, Again

When you grow up in the rural Midwest the only tennis court in town probably has knotweed growing through the cracks in the cement slab that may hold up a sagging net, often riddled with holes—that is if there is a net at all. Youngsters may skate on the slab or try to leap the net as part of a daring afternoon challenge or out of boredom. You never see anyone playing serious tennis on such a... 

The 12 Greatest Upsets in U.S. Open Tennis History

As the U.S. Open prepares to get under way in the next few weeks, it is interesting to look back on the history of this illustrious tournament, one which serves as the final Grand Slam of the calendar year and has since the Australian Open moved from December to January in 1987. Many records have been set at the U.S. Open by men and women playing the tournament in New York. American Jimmy... 

David Nalbandian’s Summer Road Trip: How Far Can He Go?

Tennis pro David Nalbandian could very well have the greatest talent on tour today but his drive has never taken him to the top of the game where many feel he belongs.   His excellence comes in spurts when the Argentine finds the requisite motivation to achieve. However, he is easily distracted from tennis, feeling compelled to excel consistently only when Davis Cup competition calls him out. When... 

Can Roger Federer Reach Tennis’ Summit Once More?

Summer 2010.  Northern hemisphere.  The U.S. Open awaits on the horizon. The sun rises on boiler days, searing your brain and arresting your stamina.  In the air is an aura of unease.  You suffer anxiety attacks, feeling strangely unsettled—not quite sure whether what you’re enduring is the result of an impending layoff, a hideous nightmare, or maybe heat stroke. Finally,... 

Can New Coach Jumpstart Stalled Federer and Murray?

What is happening? Andy Murray decided to split with coach Miles Maclagan shortly after Roger Federer announced he would be teaming up on a trial basis with Pete Sampras' former coach, Paul Annacone.  Something is definitely in the air.  Just what is the significance of these seemingly disparate actions by two of the tennis world’s top four? If you are paying attention to the subtle... 

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