Australian Open 2013: Bold Predictions for Day 3

The first round of the Australian Open is in the books as second-round action begins today.  The jitters that surround the first Grand Slam of the season are gone as the world’s best continue to push forward into the second week.  Those in action include Maria Sharapova, Novak Djokovic, Venus Williams and Aussie hopeful Sam Stosur. The list of the complete order of play can be found... 

Australian Open 2013: Time to Take Tomic Seriously?

The last time the tennis world saw Australia’s next hopeful Bernard Tomic on a big stage, it was not a pretty sight. His game was nowhere to be found against a red-hot Andy Roddick on Arthur Ashe Stadium and he was later accused of tanking during the 6-3, 6-4, 6-0 loss.  The display in New York was not surprising, as Tomic has had recent attitude issues that led him to be kicked off the... 

Men’s Tennis: What We Can Expect from the Americans in 2013

September 5, 2012 began a new chapter in American tennis as Andy Roddick lost the last match of his career in New York and handed the invisible torch (and weight of critics) off to John Isner, Mardy Fish and Sam Querrey—all of whom had mediocre 2012 seasons, at best. Whether you were a fan or not, it’s safe to say that Roddick left a big hole to fill in the American game.  The question... 

Women’s Tennis: What We Can Expect from the Americans in 2013

Unlike for the American men, 2012 was a welcome surprise for the women. We saw the American women reach the second week at all four Grand Slams, and we had new faces to cheer on. From Serena Williams, who ended 2012 with a firm grip on the WTA tour, dominating the second half of the season, to Sloane Stephens and Christina McHale continuing to break through into the Top 20—it makes 2013 very... 

Novak Djokovic: Grading His 2012 Season

Heading into 2012, Novak Djokovic had a very tall task ahead of him. All the points, titles, records and glory from 2011 had to be defended against Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray—who were all motivated than ever to exact their revenge. Unfortunately for Djokovic, they all did, yet through his rocky, roller coaster of 2012, Djokovic surprised most of the tennis world by coming out... 

Top 5 Maria Sharapova Commercials

Since Maria Sharapova came to the tennis scene 11 years ago, she has brought a lot of change to the women’s game. And we’re not talking about grunting.  Since her success at the age of 17, Sharapova was soon after the most sought-out athlete for endorsements. Five years into her career, she was listed by Forbes Magazine as the highest-paid female athlete in 2006 thanks to her Nike,... 

Tennis: Czech Republic Dominates National Group Competitions in 2012

As Tomas Berdych and Radek Stepanek lifted up their first Davis Cup in their respective careers, and the first time for the Czech Republic since 1980, they were also setting a record.  With yesterday’s win, the Czech Republic became the first country to win the Hopman Cup, Fed Cup and Davis Cup all in the same year.  After clinching a dramatic fifth rubber against Nicolas Almagro, Stepanek... 

WTA Top 10: Report Cards for 2012

Another WTA season has come and gone, setting up an intriguing 2013 season.   From Victoria Azarenka‘s breakthrough season, overtaking Caroline Wozniacki as world No. 1—to Serena’s dominant second half, no week in the WTA tour has been uneventful. Istanbul created some last minute drama and quality matches, but again, Serena prevailed with relative ease.   All and all, 2012... 

Women’s Tennis: Previewing the WTA Championships Semifinals

It was an exciting week in Istanbul, where the top women have been competing for the WTA championships in round robin matches. From Victoria Azarenka saving multiple match points vs. Angelique Kerber to Maria Sharapova battling it out until early morning against Agnieszka Radwanska—these championships have produced some of the best WTA matches this season. Azarenka has already clinched the year-end... 

Men’s Tennis: Former World No. 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero Retires

Juan Carlos Ferrero played the last singles match of his career Tuesday, losing to friend Nicolas Almagro at the Valencia Open with the scoreline 7-5, 6-3.  Ferrero, best known for his lone Grand Slam title at the 2003 French Open, decided to end his 14-year career at a tournament close to where he resides.  In a way, it was a full circle for Ferrero, ending where his career took off, winning... 

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