US Open 2016: 10 Bold Predictions at Flushing Meadows

The 2016 U.S. Open looks to be a battleground for the growing rivalry between world No. 1 Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, but several other stars on the men’s and women’s tours have the talent to make history. Our “Bold Predictions” preview examines a few of the possibilities for the first week of the tournament when plenty of unforeseen upsets and surprises will take place.... 

Ranking the Top 10 Men’s Players Heading into the 2016 US Open

The 2016 U.S. Open is the last tennis major of the year, and the men’s tour has several top-10 contenders with their eyes on New York’s big silver trophy. There’s defending champion Novak Djokovic looking to reassert his dominance, while Andy Murray tries to finish with two consecutive major titles and challenge for the No. 1 ranking. Otherwise, at least eight other stars have a... 

Novak Djokovic’s Quest to Be in G.O.A.T Discussion Hinges on 2016 US Open Title

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has a sizable lead over Andy Murray in the ATP rankings. He is poised to defend his U.S. Open title and finish the year with another flourish. He’s been one of the most dominant champions in history at a time when many contenders are battling hard to join the elite superstars. Superlatives on the 29-year-old Serb are often inadequate. He’s a dynamic defender,... 

Marin Cilic Leads Winners and Losers at 2016 Western and Southern Open

The 2016 Western and Southern Open was missing top stars like Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams, but there was plenty of star power to cap a thrilling weekend in the last big tournament before the U.S. Open. Who would have thought that Marin Cilic would peak in the final to stop the surging Andy Murray? Or that Serena’s No. 1 streak would stay alive when an upstart talent in the... 

Will Rafael Nadal Be a Factor at 2016 US Open After Crushing Defeats?

Rafael Nadal’s early success at the 2016 Olympic Games has left the Spanish superstar depleted and broken down following an embarrassing 6-1, 6-3 defeat to talented teenager Borna Coric in the third round at Cincinnati’s Western & Southern Open. With Father Time beating away at Nadal’s body, the 14-time major winner hardly looks like the No. 5-ranked player in the world. The biggest... 

Andy Murray’s Blueprint to Overtake Novak Djokovic for the No. 1 Ranking

Andy Murray continues his sizzling summer as the No. 1 seed at the Cincinnati Western & Southern Open, hot on the heels of winning the men’s singles gold medal in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. He’s suddenly in position to reach new territory in his career with a chance at the world’s top ranking in the months ahead. Two months ago, the Scottish superstar had trailed... 

Olympic Tennis 2016: Breaking Down Rafael Nadal’s Chances to Win Gold Medal

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic’s exit at the 2016 Olympics has been the biggest shocker, but No. 5 Rafael Nadal might be the most pleasant surprise. Or maybe, by now, the tennis world should understand that the Spaniard has made a career of impressive comebacks. While other stars are sidelined for various reasons, Nadal is suddenly a viable gold-medal candidate in men’s singles with victories... 

Olympic Tennis 2016: Novak Djokovic Tops Winners and Losers of 1st Round

Rarely does a tennis grand slam produce so many first-round upsets, but the 2016 Olympics provided enough for the next four years. No loss was greater than the defeat of world No. 1 Novak Djokovic, and perhaps few wins bigger for his conqueror, Juan Martin del Potro. The surprises and triumphs showed that tennis talent is deep on the men’s and women’s tour, even with many prominent stars... 

Novak Djokovic, Simona Halep and the Winners and Losers of 2016 Rogers Cup

Tennis rolled on with and without its biggest stars competing for the Rogers Cup, but the one constant is always Novak Djokovic. Facing a draw that did not contain his three biggest career rivals, the Serb swept to his record-extending 30th Masters 1000 title. Meanwhile, Simona Halep saved her best tennis for flag-waving Romanians in Montreal, eking out a classic win against Angelique Kerber and teaching... 

Which Tennis Stars Have the Most to Gain by Winning the 2016 Rogers Cup?

The Rogers Cup is missing legends such as Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams, but that only opens up more opportunity for the rest of the ATP and WTA fields. This tournament, the Canadian Open, is one of the 10 most important events of the year outside of the four majors. While the young players have mostly been eliminated, it would be a satisfying trophy for a veteran, and it could... 

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