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Tennis diplomacy scores an ace in Bali
Original at muhammadcohen (WordPress)
• 21 hours ago
By Muhammad Cohen The women’s tennis tour season finale in Bali has been overshadowed by the withdrawal of US Open semifinalist Yanina Wickmayer after drawing a suspension from World Anti-Doping Association for failing to report her whereabouts to authorities. But, as I report in Asia Times, the Common...
USTA Study of Junior Injuries Produces Troubling Numbers; Paul Roetert Leaving USTA; Delic Chats at Illinois
Original at tenniskalamazoo (Blogspot)
• Tue, Nov 3
By noreply@blogger.com (Colette Lewis) I don't believe there's been an official release, but Paul Roetert, the former Managing Director of Player Development and current Managing Director of Coaching Education and Sport Science, will be leaving the USTA at the end of the year. Roetert has also served as the tournament direct...
Murray wins in first match since US Open
Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Tue, Nov 3
Andy Murray came back from a long-term wrist injury Tuesday by beating wild card Daniel Gimeno-Traver 6-3, 6-1 in the first round of the Valencia Open. The fourth-ranked Murray, who had not played since the U.S. Open, won 22 of 26 first-serve points and broke Gimeno-Traver five times. The top...
BEST Tennis Client Sam Querrey Signs with K-Swiss
Original at TennisGrandstand
• Tue, Nov 3
By TennisGrandstand Wire Services Querrey is currently the youngest ranked American singles player, and regarded as the leading American following the Andy Roddick, James Blake and Mardy Fish generation. Querrey now becomes only the second American to wear K-Swiss after Mardy Fish.
How long will Delpo’s honeymoon last?
Original at Tennis Planet
• Sat, Oct 31
By tennisplanet Sampras endured it for two and half years, Roddick must have thought at least once what it would have been like if he had not won that US Open and Djokovic is still reeling from it. So is the next Australian Open the one for Delpo? After all, it’s a hard court and the closest Slam in many respect...
The road to the US Open is paved with tacos and kebabs
Original at adamchristensen.com
• Sat, Oct 17
By adamclyde One of our premier sponsorships is the US Open Tennis Championship. Held in Queens, NY at the end of every summer and, it’s one of the quintessential New York cultural experiences. And while the tennis is spectacular, and the work generally successful, what I really get excited about is the...
REAL exho coming up October 25.
Original at Tennis Planet
• Thu, Oct 15
By tennisplanet Sampras’s wound of being eliminated at three Grand Slams by Agassi may have just received a new lease of life with Federer topping his No. 14 at Wimbledon. Agassi has more than enough pent up hostility to need any added motivation now to ensure a thriller.
September Aces; Warburg Retires; Cecil Signs; US Boys Fall Short in Junior Davis Cup
Original at tenniskalamazoo (Blogspot)
• Thu, Oct 1
By noreply@blogger.com (Colette Lewis) The semifinals are set for the Junior Davis and Fed Cups in Mexico, and there will be no second straight title for the U.S. The seventh-seeded Amerian team was defeated by second-seeded Czech Republic 2-1, splitting the singles matches, but losing the doubles in three sets. The top seeded te...
Opinion: What Makes a Great Backhand? Good Hair
Original at the Baseline Tennis
• Mon, Sep 28
By Paula Vergara Paula Vergara is a freelance tennis journalist, covering the WTA and ATP tours. Paula’s publishing credits include On the Baseline Tennis News, Tennis.com, USTA New England Magazine, and Bob Larson’s Tennis News. Paula is also a member of the United States Tennis Writers’ Association. To...
Pro Circuit Notes; Q & A with Michael Shabaz; Nina Pantic Reports on UCLA
Original at tenniskalamazoo (Blogspot)
• Wed, Sep 23
By noreply@blogger.com (Colette Lewis) The Pro Circuit events this week include the $10,000 Men's tournament in Costa Mesa, Calif. and the $75,000 women's tournament in Albuquerque, NM. There is also a $50,000 women's event in Canada that has drawn quite a few notable juniors. US Open girls champion Heather Watson qualified and...
Opinion: I, Witness: AmyLu and JJ at the US Open Final
Original at newballs (WordPress)
• Thu, Sep 17
By gauloises1 We’ve watched the final three straight times, now. Live on Monday, on ESPN2 on Tuesday, on the Tennis Channel on Wednesday. I’ve seen the trophy ceremony and match point endless times. And yet, I still haven’t fully assimilated that yes, it happened. We saw DelPo win his first Slam, and he beat...
Opinion: Q & A with 2009 Junior US Open champion Heather Watson
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Wed, Sep 16
By Nick's Picks By now, you probably know Heather Watson as the U.S. Open Junior girls’ champion. …her dream doubles match: I’d like to play with one of the Bryan brothers. Maybe the left-handed one. I’d like to play against, umm, probably not Serena. I’d be too scared. Maybe play against Venus and the other Bryan...
'America the Beautiful' is Soaring and Soulful at US Open Final
Original at davidarchuletavn.com
• Tue, Sep 15
By Huong From Associated Content: Although I was looking forward to the US Open women’s final last night, I was even more pleasantly surprised to learn that David Archuleta would be performing before the match. Accompanied by a piano and the US Marine Corps Six Communications Battalion Brooklyn...
Women's Tennis Power Rankings: Kim Clijsters Catapults to the Top
Original at Bleacher Report
• Mon, Sep 14
By J.A. Allen The U.S. Open is over and the new women’s power rankings reflect the impact of that tournament, as some players are eliminated from the power rankings and others emerge... 1. Kim Clijsters 3. Serena Williams 9. Elena Dementieva 10. Maria Sharapova Jelena Jankovic
Creature vs. Creature: Roger Federer Simply the Best, Again
Original at Bleacher Report
• Mon, Sep 14
By J.A. Allen Roger Federer This will be his second consecutive Monday final. Last year he faced Andy Murray in Murray’s first Grand Slam final. In 2007 it was Novak Djokovic’s first. This year it will be del Potro’s first Grand Slam final. Ladies and gentlemen: Federer in four.
2009 US Open – Nick’s Picks – Women's Singles Finals
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Sun, Sep 13
By Nick's Picks Nick’s Picks is back for the US Open and we are in New York City for the entire tournament to provide live coverage! Once again, we’ve partnered with Tennis Week for even more coverage and you can also follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Flickr!
Opinion: 2009 US Open – Nick’s Picks – Women’s Singles Round 4
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Sat, Sep 5
By Nick's Picks Serena Williams (USA) vs. Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) Nick’s Pick – S. Williams in 2 sets Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) vs. Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) Nick’s Picks is back for the US Open and we are in New York City for the entire tournament to provid
With Six, You Get Immortality: A Look at Roger Federer's Glorious U.S. Open Runs
Original at Bleacher Report
• Tue, Sep 1
By J.A. Allen From 2004--2008 Roger Federer won the U.S. Open in New York. Within the confines of Arthur Ashe Stadium Federer has won his last 35 matches in a row during what many call the toughest tournament in tennis. Once the Open began this year, Federer seeks to extend his winning streak even further by s...
The Girls of The 2009 US Open
Original at CO-ED Magazine
• Mon, Aug 31
By COED Staff Monday, the best tennis players from around the world converged on Queens, New York for the 2009 US Monday, the best tennis players from around the world converged on Queens, New York for the 2009 US
Opinion: 2009 US Open - Nick's Picks - Men's Singles Round 1
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Sun, Aug 30
By Nick's Picks Roger Federer (SUI) vs. Devin Britton (USA) Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs. Ivan Ljubicic (CRO) Nick’s Pick – Djokovic in 4 sets Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs. Ivan Ljubicic (CRO) Nick’s Pick – Djokovic in 4 sets Nick’s Picks is back for the US Open and we are in New York City for the entire tournament to
Opinion: 2009 US Open - Nick's Picks - Women's Singles Round 1
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Sun, Aug 30
By Nick's Picks Maria Sharapova (USA) vs. Tsvetana Pironkova (BUL) Serena Williams (USA) vs. Alexa Glatch (USA) Nick’s Pick – S. Williams in 2 sets Kim Clijsters (BEL) vs. Viktoriya Kutuzova (UKR) Nick’s Picks is back for the US Open and we are in New York City for the entire tournament to
2009 US Open Draw Breakdown
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Fri, Aug 28
By Nick's Picks It’s US Open time again and we are thrilled to be back in New York for the entire tournament. Be sure to stay with Nick’s Picks throughout the tournament for live coverage of the year’s final Grand Slam. We begin today with our breakdown of the draws. Men’s Draw Women’s Draw
Andy Murray reveals "guns" inspiration
Original at deadlinescotland (WordPress)
• Mon, Aug 3
By alexanderlawrie Dunblane-born Murray will join fellow tennis ace Andy Roddick – the man who knocked him out of this year’s Wimbledon semi-final – Maria Sharapova and other celebs in the charity tournament on August 29. By Alexander Lawrie SCOTS tennis ace Andy Murray has revealed his habit of flexing his...
US Open Makes Strong Push Into Digital and Social Media, Supplemental TV
Original at sennosportsbiz (WordPress)
• Sat, Jun 13
By mjsenno SBJ reports the tournament will use four Twitter feeds – one with general tournament information, which they have used well to disseminate information thus far, and three others that will follow three individual players selected by the fans around the course. Interactivity is one of th...
Come out of your comfort zone, Roger
Original at ESPN
• Tue, May 19
Then again, if he wins the French and Wimbledon, he's going to be trying to win the US Open to win the Grand Slam, and that's added pressure. If he's had a spectacular season leading up to the US Open, that's eight months in, he's got to start feeling ...
PREVIEW: US Open Men's Final
Original at Down the Line!
• Wed, May 13
By RiCH(downthelinetennis@gmail.com) Here it is: the very last match of the Grand Slam season. Go ahead and cry. Roger Federer will be looking to match Bill Tilden's record of six straight US Open titles and earn his 16th major when he faces first-time finalist Juan Martin del Potro in today's final.
Hall-of-Famer Tracy Austin to Server as Special Consultant for USTA Player Development
Original at Lawntennisnews
• Fri, Feb 20
By TennisGrandstand Wire Services The USTA announced today that tennis Hall-of-Famer and two-time US Open Champion Tracy Austin will serve as a special consultant for USTA Player Development. Austin will assist in the coaching of female players at the USTA's West Coast Training Center in Carson, Calif., and will report t...
Semifinal Pairings Set for the “BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup”
Original at Lawntennisnews
• Thu, Feb 19
By TennisGrandstand Wire Services The 2008 year-end No. 1, Jelena Jankovic, the US Open finalist, is the top seed and will play Wimbledon Champion Venus Williams, who closed the year at No. 6. The other semifinal features 2008 US Open and 2009 Australian Open Champion Serena Williams, who finished 2008 No. 2 but has now regaine...
2009 Australian Open: Day Eight Preview
Original at the Baseline Tennis
• Sun, Jan 25
By Aaress Lawless Only two former major champions remain alive in the draw at Melbourne, Serena Williams and Svetlana Kuznetsova. Williams has been touted as a title favorite, but sadly it has been years since Svetlana Kuznetsova has been legitimately considered a contender for a major title.
2009 Australian Open: Day Two Preview
Original at the Baseline Tennis
• Mon, Jan 19
By Aaress Lawless Everyone, feel free to discuss Tuesday’s matches in the comments below. Enjoy the tennis! Venus and Serena Williams will launch their 2009 Australian Open campaigns on day two of the season's first Grand Slam. The bottom half of the women's draw will hit the courts at Melbourne Park on Tues...
Serena Williams, Caroline Wozniacki Join Andy Roddick and Babolat for Rock-n-Racquets Tour
Original at the Baseline Tennis
• Mon, Nov 24
By Aaress Lawless • Men’s and Women’s Singles – Roddick will take on Isner and Serena will take on Caroline as the present takes on the future of tennis. • Mixed Doubles – Roddick and Serena will team up against Isner and Caroline to compete in a mixed doubles match.
Sony Ericsson Championships: Day One Preview
Original at the Baseline Tennis
• Mon, Nov 3
By Aaress Lawless 1. Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 4. Ana Ivanovic (SRB) 6. Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 8. Vera Zvonareva (RUS) MAROON GROUP (Number denotes seeding) 2. Dinara Safina (RUS) 3. Serena Williams (USA) 5. Elena Dementieva (RUS) 7. Venus Williams (USA) Aaress’ Picks for Day One
“I was there… in New York”
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Sun, Sep 14
“My name is Joseph Taranto and I was there for the first 3 rounds of andy Roddick’s 2008 US Open. I live in Staten Island, NY, so going to the open is a routine thing for me every year. Every year I go to the US Open for the first seven days of the tourney, so I get too see a lot of Roddick matches.
Martin Jacques:
Original at The Guardian (UK)
• Mon, Sep 8
By Martin Jacques As Murray scales the heights of world tennis, he will surely inspire a new generation of British tennis players just like, in their time, Bjorn Borg and Boris Becker did in Sweden and Germany respectively. And the very fact that he is not a chip off the old block of the English tennis establis...
Podcast: Sports News 9.1.2008
Original at Radio Prague
• Mon, Sep 1
In Sports News this Monday: Roger Federer beats Radek Štěpánek in the third round of what has been a disappointing US Open for the Czech Republic; Sparta stay in front in the Czech league after a home win over Viktoria Žižkov; Milan Baroš will be hoping a move to Turkey’s Galatasaray can rev...
Opinion: 2008 US Open - Nick's Picks - Men's Singles Round 1
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Sun, Aug 24
By Nick's Picks Nick’s Picks along with Tennis Week and CBS Sports will bring you live coverage of the US Open from New York City. Check back everyday for insight leading up to the Open and then throughout. Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs. Arnaud Clement (FRA) Andy Roddick (USA) vs. Fabrice Santoro (FRA)
2008 US Open - Men - Players to Watch
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Thu, Aug 21
By Nick's Picks Yesterday we broke down the Top 10 Women, and today we will take a look at our “Players to Watch” on the Men’s Side! Nick’s Picks along with Tennis Week and CBS Sports will bring you live coverage of the US Open from New York City. Check back everyday for insight leading up to the Open and then thr...
W&SFG Masters Anticipates Roddick’s Firepower
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Mon, Jul 28
By Andyroddick.com Staff Stay tuned to AR.com as Andy will face the winner of the Kohlschreiber(GER)/qualifier match in round two on Wednesday or Thursday in Cincy. To follow scores online, find coverage on the Tennis Channel, or catch our American Firepower live, go to www.cincytennis.com. Go Andy!
2008 USOS Preview
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Mon, Jul 7
By Andyroddick.com Staff Stay tuned to AR.com for everything Andy over the summer and throughout the Olympus US Open Series. Check out www.usopenseries.com for all player and tournament additional info. Go Andy in USA! The Greatest Road Trip in Sports is kicking off its fifth season on Andy’s home hardcourts for the O...
Wimbledon 2008 - Blake, Sharapova ousted
Original at nickstennispicks.com
• Thu, Jun 26
By Nick's Picks It has not been a predictable day so far at Wimbledon as 2004 champion Maria Sharapova and American James Blake both lost. Sharapova, the #2 ranked player in the world, was beaten by Alla Kudryavtseva 6-2, 6-4. Kudryavtseva, who has only been to the third round of a Grand Slam once, came into t...
Opinion: Fan Report: US Open, Part 3
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Sun, Sep 16
By Andyroddick.com Staff After the match I came to this conclusion: Federer didn’t play better than Roddick tonight…he was just luckier…” – Magda Stay tuned to AR.com for the final installment of your US Open experiences! The third installment of your reports from the US Open. Be it living and dying every point infr...
Tennis News: ATP’s magazine DEUCE goes online
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Wed, Sep 12
By Andyroddick.com Staff DEUCE Magazine, the ATP’s Official Publication, has unveiled its first online issue, featuring exclusive stories with US Open champion Roger Federer and finalist Novak Djokovic. Launched as an annual magazine in 2002, DEUCE will now appear as an all-digital publication on a quarterl...
Arthur Ashe Kids Day 2007
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Sat, Aug 25
By Andyroddick.com Staff Andy started his day with practice in Louis Armstrong stadium at 11am with Kiefer, and then refueled at lunch for two celebrity doubles matches. The vocal artists and tennis players alternated turns as the center of attention, and Andy first stepped on court with WWE wrestler John Cena to...
“I was…on the road with Andy!”
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Thu, Aug 23
By Andyroddick.com Staff Andy has arrived at the final stop on his US Open Series road trip – the US Open in New York. Throughout the summer, many of you have written in from several of Andy’s stops on tour – Indy, Washington DC, Montreal, Cincy – so in keeping with the ‘I was there’ tradition, we’re going to feature them...
Andy: AA Kids Day Preview
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Mon, Aug 20
By Andyroddick.com Staff Andy on Center Court at the US Open is nothing new, neither is his love for kids or ablility to entertain. What is new is this year’s star lineup of activities and events for the Arthur Ashe Kids Day, headlining the day’s exhibition match with Andy against Roger Federer on Saturday, August 25...
ATPTennis.com: US Open Prize Money Tops Record $19.6 Million
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Thu, Jul 12
By Andyroddick.com Staff The 2007 US Open is the culmination of the US Open Series, the North American summer season of 10 ATP and Sony Ericsson WTA Tour events that begins July 16. The USTA will offer up to an additional $2.6 million in bonus prize money at the US Open to the top three men’s and top three women’s singles f...
The Independent: Roddick shows benefits of the Connors effect
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Sun, Jun 17
By Andyroddick.com Staff Roddick joins Boris Becker, John McEnroe and Lleyton Hewitt as the only men to have won this tournament on four occasions; Connors won here in 1972, 1982 and 1983. More importantly, however, the victory underlined Roddick’s renaissance since he started working with his new coach after l...
Tennis pro sues vitamin maker over suspension, lost endorsements
Original at Asbury Park Press
• Tue, Jun 12
Pro tennis player Guillermo Coria, once ranked No. 3 worldwide, is suing a New Jersey supplement manufacturer, claiming its steroid-contaminated vitamins led to a positive drug test and a suspension that cost him millions. In a trial set to begin Monday in New Jersey Superior Court in New...
A Real Team
Original at Andy Roddick.com
• Thu, Apr 12
By Andyroddick.com Staff This man’s name is Pete Pistone, and he and his brother, Tom, own Executive Star Group and run the security for the US Open and for Davis Cup. This past weekend, Pete and Tom were not only “keeping their eye on the ball” in North Carolina, they were on the ball when he came to protecting our men. Af...