US Open 2016 Men’s Semifinals: Wawrinka vs. Nishikori Preview, Predictions

When the 2016 U.S. Open began, many experts and fans projected reigning Wimbledon and Olympics champion Andy Murray to soar to another final. Playing the best tennis of his career, he was challenging Novak Djokovic for “top dog” status and the No. 1 ranking. The sizzling Scot appeared well on his way to making those visions a reality. Until he ran into Kei Nishikori. In a wacky quarterfinal... 

US Open 2016 Men’s Semifinals: Djokovic vs. Monfils Preview, Predictions

The top half of the men’s draw at the 2016 U.S. Open has been whittled down to two names: Novak Djokovic and Gael Monfils. When it comes to athleticism, agility and flexibility, they may be the most superior tennis players in the world. But for all their similarities, they couldn’t have taken more different paths to reach this point. Two-time and defending champion Djokovic is now into... 

US Open 2016: Americans with the Best Chance of Reaching Week 2

After all these years, Serena Williams, 34, remains the standard-bearer for American tennis and the county’s leading Grand Slam contender. Aiming for a historic 23rd major victory as she tries to hang on to the No. 1 ranking, Williams raced out of the gate in the first round, getting one step closer to claiming a seventh U.S. Open crown. That shoulder injury she’s been nursing the last... 

The Top Storylines Ahead of the 2016 US Open

It’s a year of change for the U.S. Open, the last Grand Slam on the tennis calendar. A sparkling $150 million retractable roof now adorns Arthur Ashe Stadium, adding an extra dose of panache to this glitzy event. And that’s not all. The newly built Grandstand Stadium boasts beautiful contours and an intimate environment that seats up to 8,125 fans. Beyond those renovations, there’s... 

Will Olympics Run Help Juan Martin Del Potro Rekindle His Career?

Contemplating retirement at the end of 2015, Juan Martin del Potro nearly threw in the towel on a once-promising career sadly halted by injuries. Several months later, he finds himself on the opposite end of the spectrum. Hope has imbued the gentle Argentine once again thanks to his inspiring run at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. With a cathartic 7-6 (4), 7-6 (2) takedown of No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the... 

What Would an Olympic Gold Medal Mean for Novak Djokovic?

There are no rankings points or prize money on the line for tennis stars competing at the 2016 Summer Olympics. So what does someone as accomplished as world No. 1 Novak Djokovic have to play for in the absence of those incentives? Legacy and patriotism. In Rio de Janeiro, Djokovic will vie for something more than just momentary glory. There’s an opportunity for him to not only further cement... 

Roger Federer’s Professional Future Is in Flux with Knee Injury Rehab Ahead

Tennis is about to receive its first extended preview of a post-Roger Federer reality. Days after withdrawing from the Rogers Cup, Federer unexpectedly announced on his Facebook page that he’ll sit out the rest of the season to nurse his ailing left knee. Roger Federer announces he will miss remainder of the season in order receive “extensive rehabilitation” on his knee pic.twitter.com/Er1LfhssKE —... 

Will Novak Djokovic Return to Form and Win Elusive Titles Before 2016 US Open?

We’ve become so accustomed to seeing machine-like perfection from Novak Djokovic that when he loses a match, it feels like the Earth might stop spinning on its axis. But he’s not some cyborg sent from the tennis gods to hunt down every trophy in sight—he’s mortal and prone to off days like any other player. At Wimbledon, Djokovic’s aura of invincibility took a hit with... 

Will Roger Federer Ever Get a Better Shot at 18th Grand Slam After Wimbledon?

Roger Federer is as forward-thinking an athlete as there comes, but he’ll need extra time to regroup after his stinging semifinal loss to Milos Raonic at Wimbledon. The Swiss legend may look back on it as one of the greatest missed opportunities of his career. Since winning Wimbledon four years ago, Federer’s been chasing an 18th Grand Slam title to no avail. That drought represents the... 

Ranking the Top 10 Women’s Players After Wimbledon 2016

Serena Williams exorcised the demons of recent Grand Slam losses by winning Wimbledon for a seventh time, finally tying Steffi Graf for the Open Era record of 22 major titles.  Courtesy of a virtuoso performance, Williams defeated fourth-seeded Angelique Kerber 7-5, 6-3 and earned payback over the German after losing to her in the Australian Open final. The match featured a stark contrast... 

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