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From Russia with Love
- By Haby Assevero
- Published 09/21/2006
- Tennis
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The Davis Cup semifinals are upon us, and it promises to be an explosive weekend in Moscow. With top players on both teams playing well, expect excitement, suspense and fantastic tennis.
An open letter to Marat Safin (aka Mulan Man)
- By Haby Assevero
- Published 05/16/2006
- Tennis
- Unrated
After seven months away from the game, Marat Safin is back. After a promising start, which included wins over Nikolay Davydenko and Carlos Moya, Safin's confidence seems to be suffering. Read on for the impassioned, if somewhat tongue-in-cheek, plea of a fan who wants to see her Mulan Man believe in himself for a change.
Federer's 'Nadal nightmares' continue
- By Haby Assevero
- Published 04/25/2006
- Tennis
- Unrated
Rafael Nadal has got inside Roger Federer's head in a big way. When facing Nadal, especially on clay like this past Sunday's Monte Carlo Masters, the man already being called one of the greatest players ever, can look down right ordinary. The Swiss says the more he plays Nadal the easier it will get, but will he find the solution before this year's French Open? Read to find out.
Rafa's all the rage
- By Haby Assevero
- Published 10/29/2005
- Tennis
- Unrated
He’s fast, furious and raring to go. Teenaged Spaniard, Rafael Nadal has taken tennis by storm. He ruled the clay courts with the fierce intensity of a torero, winning the French Open three days after his 19th birthday. He dreams of winning Wimbledon and being Number One. Rafa’s all the rage and he’s here to stay.
Like a fine wine
- By Katie Brown
- Published 09/17/2005
- Tennis
- Unrated
As the oldest finalist at the U.S. Open in 31 years, Andre Agassi shows that age is but a number as he battled against the world's number one, Roger Federer, before eventually losing the championship. However, with his hard play, Agassi has left an impression on his fans and the sport he loves.
ATP new doubles: A necessary evil
- By Sports Central
- Published 08/5/2005
- Tennis
- Unrated
The ATP's decision to revamp doubles matches did not win the popularity contest in the tennis world. But after talking with fans, club members, and even players, here’s why the ATP did the right thing and doesn't deserve any blame.
The Williams effect, or lack thereof
- By Sports Central
- Published 07/29/2005
- Tennis , Women's Sports
- Unrated
The rise of the Williams sisters was supposed to open the game to a new audience, but it hasn't happened as expected. Here’s a candid look at the state of professional women's tennis and a look toward the upcoming U.S. Open.
Federer The Conqueror
- By Ganesh Nagarajan
- Published 07/8/2005
- Tennis
- Unrated
Some people like to call him a painter because his hands follow the will of his mind. Some people like to call him a ballet dancer because his legs can never miss a beat. For me, Roger Federer is an ultimate champion on the courts of Wimbledon and that is it. Being a three-time champion on the most famous lawns is no less an achievement as any other player before him, if not greater.
Thoughts as Wimbledon commences
- By Sports Central
- Published 06/24/2005
- Tennis
- Unrated
Here’s a review of the Ordina Open, a few comments on Wimbledon, and some praise for Rafael Nadal for showing up to play at Wimbledon and not following the poor example of other clay court specialists
And so it begins, the end for Serena
- By Sports Central
- Published 05/27/2005
- Tennis
- Unrated
After a strong performance earlier at the Australian Open, Serena Williams has withdrawn from the French Open. What does this mean for Serena?s future? Is 2005 is the beginning of the end for the Williams sisters?

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