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World Team Cup – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-25 17:00:34
RESULTS – FRIDAY, 25 MAY, 2012 Round Robin – Red Group L Mayer (ARG) d R Stepanek (CZE) 67(4) 75 64 (ARG 1, CZE 1) F Cermak (CZE) / R Stepanek (CZE) d C Berlocq (ARG) / L Mayer (ARG) 64 46 10-3 (CZE 2, ARG 1) Round Robin – Blue Group J Tipsarevic (SRB) [...] > read more
Baker Stuns Davydenko to gain Nice Final
Published on 2012-05-25 14:26:08
Qualifier Brian Baker upset Nikolay Davydenko 6-7(5), 6-4, 6-2 in Nice on Friday to make his first ATP World Tour Final. The American who is ranked 216th in the world is on a 15-match winning streak which began at a Challenger event in the US. Baker will face Nicolas Almagro in Saturday’s final. Baker has [...] > read more
WTA Brussels – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-25 13:19:29
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 21-26, 2012 $637,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, May 25, 2012 Singles – Semifinals (1) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (8) Kaia Kanepi (EST) 76(8) 63 Simona Halep (ROU) d. Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) 64 63 Doubles – Semifinals (3) Rosolska/Zheng (POL/CHN) d. Bondarenko/Niculescu (UKR/ROU) 63 76(5) Order Of Play – Saturday, [...] > read more
WTA Strasbourg – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-25 13:14:32
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 21-26, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, May 25, 2012 Singles – Semifinals (2) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Sloane Stephens (USA) 75 61 (WC) Alizé Cornet (FRA) d. Pauline Parmentier (FRA) 46 61 63 Doubles – Semifinals (1) Grandin/Uhlirova (RSA/CZE) d. (4) Babos/Hsieh (HUN/TPE) 06 62 1210 (Match [...] > read more
2012 French Open US TV Schedule
Published on 2012-05-25 12:29:57
All times Eastern. Sunday, May 27 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – First round, ESPN2 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. – First round, Tennis Channel 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – First round, NBC Monday, May 28 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – First round, ESPN2 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – First round, Tennis Channel Tuesday, [...] > read more
Guga Kuerten Named New LACOSTE Ambassador
Published on 2012-05-25 12:11:42
Gustavo “Guga” Kuerten who won the French Open three times, in 1997, 2000 and 2001 and who will be inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame this summer has been named a LACOSTE ambassador. “When I was young, Roland Garros and LACOSTE were part of my dreams. Today I live this spectacular reality. It’s another [...] > read more
2012 French Open Singles Draws Released
Published on 2012-05-25 07:00:59
BNP Paribas World Team Cup Results
Published on 2012-05-25 06:30:49
The latest results from the 2012 BNP Paribas World Team Cup taking place in Seoul, Korea on 21-27 May. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 52 teams from 28 nations are taking part in the ITF’s flagship wheelchair tennis team event. For the latest news from the [...] > read more
Next French Open women’s champion – It’s all about the big hitters
Published on 2012-05-25 05:22:37
By David Sweet The French Open women’s field is as wide open as ever. Gone are the days of Justine Henin who, during her height, was always the favorite to win the French. What have we learned from this year’s clay season to help us predict the winner? In 2012, it’s all about the big [...] > read more
Nadal, Li Na, Clijsters and Tsonga Demonstrate Babolat’s “Play and Connect” Interactive Racquet at Roland Garros Exhibition
Published on 2012-05-24 19:41:30
PARIS – Babolat’s four marquee global ambassadors of the brand – Rafael Nadal, Li Na, Kim Clijsters and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga were on hand at Roland Garros on Thursday as Babolat a company which has specialized in tennis since it began in 1875 presented it’s new racquet – “Play and Connect.” Media were invited to Roland [...] > read more
Getting to Know No. 1 Junior Taylor Townsend
Published on 2012-05-24 18:00:49
The World’s No. 1 Junior girl Taylor Townsend, from Stockbridge, Georgia participated in a USTA media conference call with General Manager of USTA Player Development Patrick McEnroe on Thursday afternoon. Here is a transcript of the call: TIM CURRY: Thanks, everyone, for joining us. We have with us Patrick McEnroe, the General Manager for USTA [...] > read more
Davydenko Tops Isner in Nice
Published on 2012-05-24 15:25:54
Nikolay Davydenko knocked out top seed John Isner 6-4, 7-6 (4) Thursday to reach the Open de Nice semifinals. Although Isner hit 13 aces, the Russian Davydenko saved three break points and broke the American in the first set. Davydenko will meet American Brian Baker in the semifinals. Baker saved a match point against Mikhail [...] > read more
WTA Brussels – Thursday Results, Friday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-24 14:27:00
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 21-26, 2012 $637,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, May 24, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Agnieszka Radwanska d. (WC) Alison Van Uytvanck (BEL) 62 61 Simona Halep (ROU) d. (4) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) 06 64 63 (8) Kaia Kanepi (EST) d. Tsvetana Pironkova (BUL) 63 61 Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) d. [...] > read more
World Team Cup – Thursday Results, Friday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-24 14:14:17
ATP World Tour 250 Düsseldorf, Germany May 20-26, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – THURSDAY, 24 MAY, 2012 Round Robin – Red Group T Berdych (CZE) d C Berlocq (ARG) 61 67(2) 63 (CZE 1, ARG 0) R Harrison (USA) d T Ito (JPN) 62 76(5) (USA 1, JPN 0) J Blake (USA) / R Harrison [...] > read more
WTA Strasbourg – Thursday Results, Friday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-24 13:30:06
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 21-26, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, May 24, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals (2) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Johanna Larsson (SWE) 60 63 (WC) Alizé Cornet (FRA) d. (4) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) 76(2) 76(5) Pauline Parmentier (FRA) d. (Q) Alexandra Panova (RUS) 63 63 Sloane Stephens (USA) [...] > read more
NBC French Open Schedule
Published on 2012-05-24 11:30:07
FRENCH OPEN ON NBC: The following is the schedule for NBC’s coverage of the 2012 French Open, which culminates with live coverage of the Women’s (June 9) and Men’s (June 10) Finals: FRENCH OPEN ON NBC Sunday, May 27 Noon – 3 p.m. ET First Round (Live) Saturday, June 2 Noon – 3 p.m. ET [...] > read more
Monfils withdraws from French Open
Published on 2012-05-24 11:17:37
Gaël Monfils suffering from a right knee injury has withdrawn from the French Open at Roland Garros. He will be out of action for at least three weeks. Her will be replaced in draw by a lucky loser. Monfils, ranked 13th in the world hurt himself in his second round loss Brian Baker at the [...] > read more
BNP Paribas World Team Cup Results
Published on 2012-05-24 08:55:39
The latest results from the 2012 BNP Paribas World Team Cup taking place in Seoul, Korea on 21-27 May. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 52 teams from 28 nations are taking part in the ITF’s flagship wheelchair tennis team event. For the latest news from the [...] > read more
ATP World Tour Nice – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-23 17:54:30
ATP World Tour 250 Nice, France 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 23 MAY, 2012 Singles – Second Round [1] J Isner (USA) d X Malisse (BEL) 76(3) 76(5) [2] G Simon (FRA) d [Q] G Dimitrov (BUL) 63 63 [3] N Almagro (ESP) d E Roger-Vasselin (FRA) 76(5) 64 [Q] B [...] > read more
World Team Cup – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-23 16:17:59
ATP World Tour 250 Düsseldorf, Germany May 20-26, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 23 MAY, 2012 Round Robin – Red Group F Cermak (CZE) / R Stepanek (CZE) d A Roddick (USA) / R Harrison (USA) 76(5) 57 10-8 (CZE 3, USA 0) C Berlocq (ARG) d G Soeda (JPN) 63 64 (ARG 2, [...] > read more
WTA Brussels – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-23 16:13:49
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 21-26, 2012 $637,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Singles – Second Round (1) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (LL) Lesia Tsurenko (UKR) 61 60 (Q) Urszula Radwanska (POL) d. (2) Marion Bartoli (FRA) 64 62 (4) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. Yanina Wickmayer (BEL) 63 64 (8) Kaia Kanepi [...] > read more
WTA Strasbourg – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-23 16:10:44
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 21-26, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Singles – Second Round (2) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (Q) Mirjana Lucic (CRO) 61 62 (4) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. Hsieh Su-Wei (TPE) 76(9) 76(2) Johanna Larsson (SWE) d. (8) Tamira Paszek (AUT) 62 60 Pauline Parmentier [...] > read more
ESPN Tennis Analysts Chris Evert and Patrick McEnroe Talk French Open, Olympics and Wimbledon
Published on 2012-05-23 16:06:35
On Wednesday, May 23, ESPN tennis analysts Chris Evert and Patrick McEnroe, spoke with the media about the French Open and other tennis topics – notably, the Olympics at Wimbledon. ESPN2 and ESPN3 will have extensive live coverage of the French Open starting Sunday, May 27. It will be the first French Open that Evert [...] > read more
USTA Launches Photo Contest, Winner Gets a free Trip to 2013 US Open
Published on 2012-05-23 10:00:41
From the USTA: WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., May 23, 2012 – The United States Tennis Association (USTA) announced the launch of its Create Your Own Tennis Court contest, a photo contest seeking the most creative tennis court set-up. The contest encourages fan engagement by asking them to determine the winner by voting for their favorite finalist [...] > read more
Jill Fonte Named USTA Eastern Executive Director
Published on 2012-05-23 08:48:42
USTA Eastern has appointed Jill Fonte as the section’s new Executive Director. She will begin her term on June 4. “I am very excited to lead Eastern through this transition,” said Fonte, of New Hope, PA. “The new charge from the Board of Directors to increase tennis participation is a tremendous opportunity, and will open [...] > read more
BNP Paribas World Team Cup Results
Published on 2012-05-23 08:00:07
The latest results from the 2012 BNP Paribas World Team Cup taking place in Seoul, Korea on 21-27 May. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 52 teams from 28 nations are taking part in the ITF’s flagship wheelchair tennis team event. For the latest news from the [...] > read more
Credit Suisse Launches new ad campaign “The Roger Federer World Tour 2012″
Published on 2012-05-23 04:04:49
World No. 3 Roger Federer is in a new Credit Suisse ad campaign which was launched on Monday entitled “The Roger Federer World Tour 2012.” > read more
Jelena Jankovic and Nadia Petrova Join Stanford Field
Published on 2012-05-22 17:25:27
STANFORD, CA (www.BankOfTheWestClassic.com) – The player field at this year’s Bank of the West Classic now has former top-10 players Jelena Jankovic and Nadia Petrova entered into the premier WTA event. Former world No.1 Jankovic will be making her second appearance at the Bank of the West Classic where she looks to build on her [...] > read more
ATP World Tour Nice – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-22 16:30:20
ATP World Tour 250 Nice, France 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay Results – Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Singles – First Round [5] B Tomic (AUS) d L Lacko (SVK) 62 63 [WC] J Ferrero (ESP) d [6] R Haase (NED) 46 76(6) 76(6) – saved 1 M.P. [7] D Istomin (UZB) d A Falla [...] > read more
ITF President Francesco Ricci Bitti elected ASOIF President
Published on 2012-05-22 16:20:22
Francesco Ricci Bitti, President of the International Tennis Federation, was unanimously elected as the President of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) at its General Assembly in Quebec City, Canada. Ricci Bitti will take over from Denis Oswald, President of the World Rowing Federation, on 1 January 2013 and become only the third [...] > read more
WTA Strasbourg – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-22 13:30:26
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 21-26, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Singles – First Round (2) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Alexandra Cadantu (ROU) 61 62 Sloane Stephens (USA) d. (3) Maria Kirilenko (RUS) 36 75 ret. (right ankle injury) (4) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. Anna Tatishvili (GEO) 75 [...] > read more
WTA Brussels – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-22 13:14:17
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 21-26, 2012 $637,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Singles – First Round Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) d. (7) Peng Shuai (CHN) 75 63 (8) Kaia Kanepi (EST) d. (Q) Irina Falconi (USA) 63 62 Chanelle Scheepers (RSA) d. (9) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) 75 62 Monica Niculescu (ROU) d. [...] > read more
World Team Cup – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-22 12:58:26
ATP World Tour 250 Düsseldorf, Germany May20-26, 2012 Surface: Clay Results – Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Round Robin – Red Group T Berdych (CZE) d A Roddick (USA) 61 62 R Stepanek (CZE) d J Blake (USA) 62 61 L Mayer (ARG) d T Ito (JPN) 64 64 Round Robin – Blue Group J Tipsarevic [...] > read more
ITA Announces 2012 NCAA Division I National Award Winners
Published on 2012-05-22 12:32:38
The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) announced the national award winners for NCAA Division I tennis today during a ceremony on the campus of the University of Georgia, in conjunction with the NCAA Division I Team Championships. > read more
Clijsters to Retire Again After US Open
Published on 2012-05-22 09:28:08
Former world No 1 and three-time US Open winner Kim Clijsters is calling it a career after the US Open this year. The 28-year-old Belgium had previously announced that this would be her final season. At a news conference Clijsters told media, “As it stands I will end my career at the US Open, That [...] > read more
BNP Paribas World Team Cup Results
Published on 2012-05-22 08:57:24
The latest results from the 2012 BNP Paribas World Team Cup taking place in Seoul, Korea on 21-27 May. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 52 teams from 28 nations are taking part in the ITF’s flagship wheelchair tennis team event. For the latest news from the [...] > read more
Djokovic Changes Clothing Sponsors – Leaves Sergio Tacchini for UNIQLO
Published on 2012-05-22 08:30:00
Tennis News Net Notes for May 21, 2012
Published on 2012-05-21 17:00:03
WTA Brussels – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-21 16:31:19
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 21-26, 2012 $637,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, May 21, 2012 Singles – First Round (4) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. Christina McHale (USA) 76(1) 61 Simona Halep (ROU) d. (6/WC) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 62 36 76(3) (saved 3mp) (10) Nadia Petrova (RUS) d. Kateryna Bondarenko (UKR) 64 64 Tsvetana Pironkova [...] > read more
WTA Strasbourg – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-21 16:19:26
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 21-26, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, May 21, 2012 Singles – First Round Pauline Parmentier (FRA) d. (1/WC) Sabine Lisicki (GER) 64 64 (8) Tamira Paszek (AUT) d. Alberta Brianti (ITA) 64 06 64 Hsieh Su-Wei (TPE) d. Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) 67(5) 63 61 Stéphanie Foretz Gacon [...] > read more
World Team Cup – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-21 16:12:52
ATP World Tour 250 Düsseldorf, Germany (+2 hours GMT) 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay > read more
Tennis Channel French Open Schedule
Published on 2012-05-21 14:00:36
Tennis Channel’s Live 2012 French Open Match Schedule (Men’s/Women’s Singles Unless Otherwise Specified) Date Time (ET) Event Sunday, May 27 10 a.m.-3 p.m. First-Round Action Monday, May 28 [..] > read more
ESPN French Open Schedule
Published on 2012-05-21 12:16:18
2012 French Open on ESPN2 & ESPN2 HD Date Time (ET) Event Sun, May 27 – Fri, June 1 5 – 10 a.m. Early Round Action Live Mon, June 4 5 – 10 a.m. Round of 16 Live Tue, June 5 1 – 7 p.m. Quarterfinals Live & Same-day action Wed, June [...] > read more
ATP World Tour Nice – Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-21 12:00:13
ATP World Tour 250 Nice, France (+2 hours GMT) 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay Results – Monday, May 21, 2012 No Matches Played Due To Rain SCHEDULE – TUESDAY, 22 MAY, 2012 CENTER COURT start 11:00 am X Malisse (BEL) vs Y Lu (TPE) 75 10 N Davydenko (RUS) vs M Ebden (AUS) Not [...] > read more
BNP Paribas World Team Cup Results
Published on 2012-05-21 08:59:19
The latest results from the 2012 BNP Paribas World Team Cup taking place in Seoul, Korea on 21-27 May. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 52 teams from 28 nations are taking part in the ITF’s flagship wheelchair tennis team event. For the latest news from the [...] > read more
Nadal Dismisses Djokovic for Sixth Rome Title, Moves up to No. 2
Published on 2012-05-21 08:10:39
Rafael Nadal is back to No. 2 in the world with 7-5, 6-3 victory over No. 1 Novak Djokovic to capture his sixth Rome Masters title, the final delayed until Monday due to rain. Nadal is now 2-0 against Djokovic on clay this year, defeating the Serbian in the final of Monte Carlo a few [...] > read more
WTA Top 10 Rankings Feature Players From Ten Different Countries
Published on 2012-05-21 03:01:16
For only the second time in WTA rankings history, the Top ten rankings consist of ten players from ten different countries and four different continents. “The WTA and our stars have never been more global, mirroring the increasingly international reach and popularity of the sport,” said Stacey Allaster, Chairman and CEO of the WTA. “It’s [...] > read more
WTA Strasbourg – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-20 17:33:27
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 21-26, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, May 21, 2012 Central (from 11.00hrs) 1. María José Martínez Sánchez vs. Mirjana Lucic (Singles Q Final) 2. Elena Baltacha vs. Stéphanie Foretz Gacon (NB 12.30hrs) 3. Sabine Lisicki vs. Pauline Parmentier 4. Anabel Medina Garrigues vs. Anna Tatishvili [...] > read more
Vicki Buholz Captures Women’s 50s Consolation Singles Title at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-05-20 17:23:10
By J. Fred Sidhu La Jolla, Calif. – (May 20, 2012) – Fifth-seeded Vicki Buholz of Dallas, Texas won the Women’s 50s Consolation Singles title at the USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Championships as she easily defeated unseeded Erin Boynton of Toronto, Canada, 6-1, 6-0, in one hour. > read more
WTA Brussels – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-20 16:26:36
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 21-26, 2012 $637,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, May 21, 2012 Centre Court (from 11.00hrs) 1. Urszula Radwanska vs. Lenka Wienerova (Singles Q Final) 2. Jelena Jankovic vs. Simona Halep (NB 12.30hrs) 3. Christina McHale vs. Dominika Cibulkova 4. Ksenia Pervak vs. Alison Van Uytvanck Court 2 (from [...] > read more
World Team Cup – Sunday Results, Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-20 14:33:14
ATP World Tour 250 Düsseldorf, Germany (+2 hours GMT) 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – SUNDAY, 20 MAY, 2012 Round Robin – Red Group T Ito (JPN) d R Stepanek (CZE) 36 64 64 C Berlocq (ARG) d A Roddick (USA) 62 62 L Mayer (ARG) d R Harrison (USA) 64 57 63 [...] > read more
ATP World Tour Nice – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-20 14:05:46
ATP World Tour 250 Nice, France (+2 hours GMT) 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – SUNDAY, 20 MAY, 2012 No Main Draw Matches Completed Due To Rain SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 21 MAY, 2012 CENTER COURT start 11:00 am [8] F Fognini (ITA) vs S Darcis (BEL) X Malisse (BEL) vs Y Lu (TPE) [...] > read more
Sharapova Rallies Past Li Na and the Rain to Earn Second Straight Rome Title
Published on 2012-05-20 14:00:48
By Enrico Maria Riva ROME – Rome was under siege by shouting and chanting football (soccer) fans, an earthquake that shook Italy during night and rain: Sunday was a difficult day for tennis at the Internazionali BNL D’Italia. > read more
Rome – Sunday Men’s Results
Published on 2012-05-20 13:59:10
INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA Rome, Italy May 12-20 Red Clay/Outdoors RESULTS – SUNDAY, 20 MAY, 2012 Doubles – Final M Granollers (ESP) / M Lopez (ESP) d L Kubot (POL) / J Tipsarevic (SRB) 63 62 SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 21 MAY, 2012 CENTRALE start 12:00 noon [1] N Djokovic (SRB) vs [2] R Nadal (ESP) > read more
Erin Boynton of Toronto Upsets San Diego’s Tracey Thompson to Reach Women’s 50s Consolation Final at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-05-19 19:15:29
By J. Fred Sidhu La Jolla, Calif. – (May 19, 2012) – Unseeded Erin Boynton of Toronto, Canada, rallied from a set down to defeat fifth-seeded Tracey Thompson of San Diego, 2-6, 6-2, 6-4, to reach the Women’s 50s singles consolation championship of the USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships at the La [...] > read more
ATP World Tour Nice – Sunday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-19 16:43:44
ATP World Tour 250 Nice, France (+2 hours GMT) 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay SCHEDULE – SUNDAY, 20 MAY, 2012 CENTER COURT start 10:00 am Qualifying – S Querrey (USA) vs C Stebe (GER) Not Before 12:00 PM Qualifying – E Prodon (FRA) vs G Dimitrov (BUL) Not Before 2:00 PM X Malisse (BEL) [...] > read more
World Team Cup – Sunday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-19 16:33:35
ATP World Tour 250 Düsseldorf, Germany (+2 hours GMT) 20-26 May, 2012 Surface: Clay SCHEDULE – SUNDAY, 20 MAY, 2012 CENTER COURT 1 start 12:00 noon P Kohlschreiber (GER) vs A Bogomolov Jr. (RUS) C Berlocq (ARG) vs A Roddick (USA) V Troicki (SRB) vs I Dodig (CRO) ARG vs USA Doubles – [...] > read more
Nadal Breaks Through Ferrer, Djokovic Knocks out Federer to Reach Rome Final
Published on 2012-05-19 16:22:34
By Enrico Maria Riva ROME – There must be a reason why tennis is about to allow one of the worst crimes of its centuries-old history. There must be a reason why David Ferrer may someday end his career without not only not reaching a Slam final but even without haven’t captured a Masters 1000. [...] > read more
Nideffer Crowned Women’s 50s Singles Champion at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-05-18 22:08:23
La Jolla, Calif. – (May 18, 2012) – Determined not to let history repeat itself, top-seeded Ros Nideffer of Rancho Bernardo, Calif., defeated third-seeded Tracy Houk of Half Moon Bay, Calif., 6-1, 6-3, to win the Women’s 50s singles title at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships. On a breezy and partly sunny [...] > read more
Internazionali BNL D’Italia Rome – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-18 19:11:34
Despite Loss to Ferrer, Coach Piatti Helping to Bring Gasquet Back
Published on 2012-05-18 17:25:18
‘Road to Bank of the West Classic’ kicks off this weekend
Published on 2012-05-18 14:23:07
STANFORD, Calif. (www.BankOfTheWestClassic.com) – The 42nd annual Bank of the West Classic is quickly approaching and this year the event will host a series of “play days” for young tennis fans in the weeks leading up to the tournament. These family-style events are the perfect way for tennis players aged 10 and under to get [...] > read more
Executive Director of USTA Serves Awarded 2012 Women of Distinction Honor
Published on 2012-05-18 11:18:07
The USTA announced that Deborah Slaner Larkin, Executive Director of USTA Serves, has been presented with a 2012 Women of Distinction honor sponsored by the New York State Senate. The Women of Distinction honor showcases outstanding women living and working in New York State and whose contributions have greatly enriched the quality of life in [...] > read more
Third-seeded Tracy Houk Ousts Defending Champ Frances Chandler in Women’s 50s Singles Semifinals at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-05-17 21:53:45
By J. Fred Sidhu La Jolla, Calif. – (May 17, 2012) – Third-seeded Tracy Houk of Half Moon Bay, Calif., playing with fierce determination and tenacity, ousted defending champion Frances Chandler of Jackson, Tenn., 6-4, 6-0, in the Women’s 50s division semifinals of the USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships. > read more
Thursday’s Notes and Quotes from Rome
Published on 2012-05-17 18:00:52
Venus Williams On the windy conditions: …a bit strange but I like that challenge and when the wind does in the middle of the point and I said “Whoa – who is in control here.” > read more
Internazionali BNL D’Italia Rome – Thursday Results, Friday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-17 17:32:21
INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA Rome, Italy May 12-20 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, May 17, 2012 Woemen’s Singles – Third Round (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (13) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) 76(4) 63 (4) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. Sorana Cirstea (ROU) 62 57 62 (WC) Venus Williams (USA) d. (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) 64 63 (8) Li [...] > read more
Gasquet Stuns Murray in Rome
Published on 2012-05-17 17:00:52
By Enrico Maria Riva ROME – Matches usually tell two different stories: Andy Murray versus Richard Gasquet was no exception on Thursday at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia. While the Frenchman managed a great victory 6-7(1), 6-3, 6-2, helping him to gear up for the French Open, the Scot showed that he is still struggling on [...] > read more
Williams Sisters Straight Set Opponents to Reach Rome Quarterfinals
Published on 2012-05-17 12:30:47
Serena and Venus Williams closed out their matches almost simultaneously on Thursday afternoon in Rome to reach the quarterfinals of the Internazionali BNL D’Italia. Venus, the elder Williams sister upset fifth seed Samantha Stosur 6-4, 6-3, closing the match out by winning the last five games. Younger sister Serena routined Anabel Medina Garrigues 6-3, 6-1. [...] > read more
Djokovic Rallies, Nadal Routs to Advance in Rome
Published on 2012-05-17 11:00:24
Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal earned spots in the Rome quarterfinals on Thursday. No. 1 Djokovic needed to mount a comeback while No. 3 Nadal decimated his opponent. “It was a very strange match,” said Djokovic of his 4-6, 6-2, 6-3 win over Juan Monaco. “It was difficult to play with that wind. But the [...] > read more
Wednesday’s Notes and Quotes From Rome
Published on 2012-05-16 17:30:37
Serena Williams Serena Slam, Novak Slam? Q: It’s a few years since you did the Serena Slam. Novak is now going for the Novak slam…in a couple of weeks slam. I wonder what you were feeling like when you were going in to the last one to complete the Serena slam. Were you nervous or [...] > read more
Internazionali BNL D’Italia Rome – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-16 17:00:36
INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA Rome, Italy May 14-20 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Women’s Singles – Third Round (14) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) w/o (right shoulder injury) Women’s Singles – Second Round (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. Shahar Peer (ISR) 61 62 Petra Cetkovska (CZE) d. (3) Agnieszka Radwanska [...] > read more
Roaming in Rome
Published on 2012-05-16 16:55:09
By Enrico Maria Riva ROME – The life of the tennis player and the life of the unknown journalist, although lived in the same Foro Italico, can be pretty different. You may be aware of how the athletes spend an average day, let’s try to familiarize you with a journalist’s day around the grounds at [...] > read more
Karwasky Advances to Women’s 60s Semifinals at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-05-16 16:08:42
By J. Fred Sidhu La Jolla, Calif. – (May 16, 2012) – Top-seeded Tina Karwasky of Glendale, Calif. played another near-perfect match to advance to the semifinals in the Women’s 60s division of the USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club. > read more
Nintendo Partners with USTA in Smashzone Mobile Tour
Published on 2012-05-16 11:05:25
From the USTA – WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., May 16, 2012 – The USTA announced that Nintendo has signed on as an Official Sponsor of the SmashZone Mobile Tour, the interactive tennis fan attraction which introduces children to tennis in a fun and engaging way. As part of the agreement, Nintendo, the worldwide pioneer in the [...] > read more
WTA Launches Tender Process to Host Championships For 2014 and Beyond
Published on 2012-05-16 03:28:30
The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) announced the launch of the international tender process to identify the host city for its year-end WTA Championships for 2014 and beyond. The WTA’s year-end finale – with a global audience across 164 countries and a 40-year history of being hosted in a handful of world cities – features the [...] > read more
Internazionali BNL D’Italia Rome – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-15 21:20:43
INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA Rome, Italy May 14-20, 2012 Clay/Outoors Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Women’s Singles – Second Round (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Christina McHale (USA) 75 75 (4) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) 75 64 Women’s Singles – First Round (9) Serena Williams (USA) d. Galina Voskoboeva (KAZ) 62 63 Marina Erakovic [...] > read more
Birthday Boy Murray Survives Nalbandian, Serena Williams Extends Win Streak to 14
Published on 2012-05-15 21:18:58
World No. 4 Andy Murray celebrated his birthday with a hard-fought win over veteran David Nalbandian 6-1, 4-6, 7-5 to advance to the third round of the Rome Masters. > read more
ITA Announces 2012 NCAA Division II National Award Winners
Published on 2012-05-15 21:03:42
SKILLMAN, N.J. – The ITA has announced its 2012 national award winners for NCAA Division II men’s and women’s tennis. A list of the national winners is provided below, followed by a brief bio of their accomplishments. > read more
Top-Seeded Nideffer Advances to Second Round at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-05-15 19:39:54
By J. Fred Sidhu La Jolla, Calif. – (May 15, 2012) – Playing with confidence and using an aggressive all-court game, top-seeded Ros Nideffer cruised past unseeded Margaret Smith of Torrance, 6-0, 6-1, to reach the quarterfinals of the Women’s 50 division at the USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships. Nideffer, a [...] > read more
Hewitt and Barty Receive Wildcards for French Open
Published on 2012-05-15 18:17:06
Lleyton Hewitt and Ashleigh Barty have been awarded wildcards into the main draw of the French Open from Tennis Australia. > read more
ATP and Tennis Warehouse Launch ATP World Tour Store For Europe
Published on 2012-05-15 11:05:24
SCHUTTERWALD, GERMANY – The ATP and Tennis Warehouse have expanded their online retail partnership to include Tennis Warehouse Europe in the ATPWorldTourStore.com official website. Linking European customers to the ATP World Tour Store marks another milestone in their longstanding collaboration since 2000. Tennis Warehouse Europe was established in Germany in 2008. TennisWarehouse-Europe.com offers customer service [...] > read more
ITF Hands Bulgarian Player Kutrovsky Two Year Doping Suspension
Published on 2012-05-15 10:40:07
From the ITF: The International Tennis Federation announced that Bulgarian player Dimitar Kutrovsky has been found to have committed an Anti-Doping Rule Violation under Article 2.1 of the Tennis Anti-Doping Programme (presence of a Prohibited Substance in player’s sample). > read more
ITF appoints Kris Dent Executive Director of Professional Tennis
Published on 2012-05-15 06:19:20
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) announced the appointment of Kris Dent as its new Executive Director of Professional Tennis, starting in mid-June. The role will oversee the three ITF departments within the professional game: Davis Cup and Fed Cup, Professional Tournaments and Officiating. > read more
ITF selects Sportradar AG for the exclusive worldwide distribution rights for ITF Official Data
Published on 2012-05-15 05:00:33
The ITF announced that the Swiss-based company Sportradar AG has been chosen as the worldwide distributor for ITF Official Data. The four-year agreement will officially commence in 2013. > read more
ITA Announces 2012 NAIA National Award Winners
Published on 2012-05-14 21:19:42
SKILLMAN, N.J. – The ITA has announced its 2012 national award winners for NAIA men’s and women’s tennis. The national award winners are listed below, followed by a brief bio of each winner’s accomplishments. 2012 Men’s Award Winners: Wilson/ITA Coach of the Year - Frederick Christian Miller, Oklahoma Christian University ITA Assistant Coach of the Year - Steve [...] > read more
San Diego’s Colleen Clery Ferrell Captures First-Round Victory to Advance in Women’s 50 Division at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-05-14 18:38:15
By J. Fred Sidhu La Jolla, Calif. – (May 14, 2012) – Sometimes it takes a tennis player a little while to find their rhythm in a tennis match regardless of what level they may be playing. In Monday’s first-round action at the United States Tennis Association National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships, [...] > read more
Internazionali BNL D’Italia Rome – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-14 16:42:29
INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA Rome, Italy May 14-20 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, May 14, 2012 Women’s Singles – First Round Ekaterina Makarova (RUS) d. (10) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 63 64 (12) Angelique Kerber (GER) d. (Q) Anastasia Rodionova (AUS) 46 75 62 (13) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) d. Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 64 63 Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) [...] > read more
John McEnroe Tennis Academy Announces Expansion and New Director of Tennis
Published on 2012-05-14 14:00:44
The John McEnroe Tennis Academy named New York native Lawrence Kleger as its new Director of Tennis. Kleger, a 25 year coaching veteran, has been the Executive Director of Tennis at Sportime Clubs since 1998, and an Assistant Academy Director at JMTA since September 2011. He was hand-picked by McEnroe for the position. Additionally, JMTA [...] > read more
First Lady Joins Team USA To Get Kids Active In “Let’s Move” Initiative
Published on 2012-05-14 13:59:47
First Lady Michelle Obama joined U.S. Olympians, Paralympians and London hopefuls to announce a nationwide commitment to get more than 1.7 million American children active as part of her Let’s Move! initiative to solve the problem of childhood obesity in a generation. Through commitments to the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) by the United [...] > read more
Dolgopolov, Anderson, Young and Blake Join Winston-Salem Field
Published on 2012-05-14 13:47:03
Alexandr Dolgopolov, Kevin Anderson, Donald Young and James Blake have signed to compete in the second annual Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University. The tournament will be held August 18-25, 2012, at the Wake Forest Tennis Complex adjacent to BB&T Field. > read more
South Africa versus Canada Davis Cup play-off tie to be held in Canada
Published on 2012-05-14 09:00:26
Internazionali BNL D’Italia Rome – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-13 19:06:23
INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA Rome, Italy May 14-20 Red Clay/Outdoors Schedule – Monday, May 14, 2012 CENTRALE start 12:00 noon F Verdasco (ESP) vs A Dolgopolov (UKR) – ATP [13] A Ivanovic (SRB) vs S Kuznetsova (RUS) – WTA [WC] F Fognini (ITA) vs M Baghdatis (CYP) – ATP Not Before 7:30 PM E Makarova (RUS) [...] > read more
Federer Wins Madrid Open, Moves Up to No. 2
Published on 2012-05-13 14:11:35
Roger Federer won his third Madrid Open on Sunday after rallying past Tomas Berdych 3-6, 7-5, 7-5 on the new blue clay court. The victory raises the Swiss to No. 2 in the ATP World Tour rankings. Both Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal lost earlier in the tournament. The last time Federer was ranked No. [...] > read more
Serena Williams Surges Past Azarenka for Madrid Open Title
Published on 2012-05-13 09:30:50
Serena Williams dominated No. 1 Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-3 to capture her first Madrid Open title, her 41st career WTA title. The win extends her unbeaten streak on clay to 13-0, with three clay court titles in 2012. Williams, who will move up in the rankings to No. 6 on Monday, hit 26 winners and [...] > read more
Madrid Open, Saturday Results, Sunday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-12 17:05:53
Madrid, Spain May 5-13, 2012 Blue Clay/Outdoors Results – Saturday, May 12, 2012 Singles – Semifinals (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (4) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) 62 64 (9) Serena Williams (USA) d. (Q) Lucie Hradecka (CZE) 76(5) 60 Doubles – Final (5) Errani/Vinci (ITA/ITA) d. Makarova/Vesnina (RUS/RUS) 61 36 104 (Match TB) Singles – Semifinals [...] > read more
Blue Clay Blues – Part Seven
Published on 2012-05-12 16:30:56
Saturday’s player quotes about the blue clay courts being used at this year’s Madrid Open: Juan Martin Del Potro Juan Martin Del Potro > read more
Federer to play Berdych for Madrid Open Title
Published on 2012-05-12 15:00:37
Roger Federer is a win away from moving up to No. 2 in the world. On Saturday at the Madrid Open the Swiss defeated Serbian Janko Tiparevic 6-2, 6-3 in the semifinals. Tomas Berdych captured the other semifinal clash by skimming past Juan Martin Del Potro 7-6 (5), 7-6 (6). > read more
Serena Williams and Azarenka to Meet in Madrid Open Final
Published on 2012-05-12 11:00:18
No. 1 Victoria Azarenka will take on Serena Williams for the Madrid Open title on Sunday after both women disposed of their opponents in straight sets on Saturday. > read more
Madrid Open – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-11 18:15:28
Mutua Madrid Open Madrid, Spain May 5-13, 2012 Blue Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, May 11, 2012 Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (8) Li Na (CHN) 36 63 63 (9) Serena Williams (USA) d. (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) 61 63 (4) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (Q) Varvara Lepchenko (USA) 64 64 (Q) Lucie Hradecka (CZE) d. (5) [...] > read more
Blue Clay Blues – Part Six
Published on 2012-05-11 18:15:13
Friday’s player quotes about the blue clay courts being used at this year’s Madrid Open: Victoria Azarenka I mean, there’s not only one player complaining about it. I am not a fan of this court, I can say that for sure but I don’t want to sit here and complain about it. I have to [...] > read more
Federer Pushes Past Ferrer to Gain Madrid Semis
Published on 2012-05-11 18:06:08
Roger Federer moved past David Ferrer 6-4, 6-4 to reach the Madrid Open semifinals. Federer will be playing Janko Tipsarevic in the semifinals on Saturday. Tipsarevic stunned countryman Novak Djokovic 7-6(2), 6-3. In his post-match news conference, Federer was asked if he would not play the tournament if the blue clay returns to Madrid next [...] > read more
Djokovic Stunned by Tipsarevic, Continues to Slam Blue Clay in Madrid
Published on 2012-05-11 16:37:46
Defending Madrid Open champion Novak Djokovic was eliminated from the tournament by his countryman Janko Tipsarevic 7-6(2), 6-3. Tipsarevic will play Roger Federer on Saturday for a spot in the final. “I want to congratulate Janko for playing a great match today,” said Djokovic.” I think he’s actually playing one of the best tournaments of [...] > read more
Serena Williams Powers past Sharapova, Azarenka Tested by Li Na in Madrid
Published on 2012-05-11 09:12:49
Serena Williams sailed past No. 2 Maria Sharapova 6-1, 6-3, while No. 1 Victoria Azarenka came back to stop Li Na 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 on Friday to advance to the Madrid Open semifinals. Williams dominated in her seventh consecutive win against Sharapova notching 28 winners. The victory lifts Williams’ record on clay this year to [...] > read more
Nicola Pietrangeli Stadium Court to be Pink for SuperTennis Record Event to Raise Funds to Fight Breast Cancer
Published on 2012-05-11 09:00:49
Nicola Pietrangeli stadium at the Foro Italico in Rome will be pink on Saturday will play host to SuperTennis Record a non-competitive tennis event to be held to raise funds for Komen Italia to fight breast cancer. Two-thousand people including VIP’s and amateur will try to break the record for the longest rally which according [...] > read more
Blue Clay Blues – Part Five
Published on 2012-05-10 21:25:25
Thursday’s player quotes about the blue clay courts being used at this year’s Madrid Open: Rafael Nadal The ATP and the tournament can do what they want. I tried my best since I arrived here on Thursday trying to prepare as best I can for the tournament. I wasn’t good enough to adapt my game [...] > read more
Madrid Open – Thursday Results, Friday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-10 18:00:24
MUTUA MADRID OPEN Madrid, Spain May 5-13, 2012 Blue Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, May 10, 2012 Women’s Singles – Third Round (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Lucie Safarova (CZE) w/o (GI illness) (4) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. Roberta Vinci (ITA) 76(1) 64 (9) Serena Williams (USA) d. (6) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 16 63 62 (Q) [...] > read more
Federer Makes Quick Work of Gasquet, Djokovic Beats Wawrinka at Madrid Open
Published on 2012-05-10 17:00:36
Roger Federer bounced back from tough match against Milos Raonic on Wednesday evening, by taking out Richard Gasquet 6-3, 6-2 in less than an hour at the Madrid Open on Thursday. “I thought I did well today,” Federer said. “I played clean tennis even though I went for my shots. A few too many unforced [...] > read more
Nadal Upset by Verdasco, Serena Williams Rallies for Win over Wozniacki in Madrid
Published on 2012-05-10 13:36:16
In a match that lasted over three hours, No. 15 seed Fernando Verdasco finally put up something in the win column against Spanish compatriot Rafael Nadal at the Madrid Open. After holding a two break lead in the final set, the World No. 2 Nadal lost the next five games giving Verdasco a 6-3, 3-6, [...] > read more
Donnay to Sponsor adidas Tennis Camps
Published on 2012-05-10 11:39:20
Racquet Manufacturer Donnay USA became the first-ever racquet sponsor of the adidas Tennis Camps. The camps teach more than 2,000 kids from 8-18 in 30 markets across the U.S. each summer how to play well and have fun in the “sport of a lifetime.” The new partnership joins two of the most storied sports companies [...] > read more
Tennis Hall of Fame to honor 2012 Inductees at The Legends Ball on September 7 in New York City
Published on 2012-05-10 10:14:33
NEWPORT, R.I., May 10, 2012 - The International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum will once hold The Legends Ball, a gala event to be held on Friday, September 7 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. The Legends Ball will pay tribute to the Hall of Fame Class of 2012, which features former [...] > read more
Blue Clay Blues – Part Four
Published on 2012-05-09 19:00:00
Wednesday’s player quotes about the blue clay courts being used at this year’s Madrid Open: Rafael Nadal I played much better than I expect…the (blue) court … doesn’t make you feel comfortable. It’s difficult, hard to attack and come back to defend. You just have to try and adapt. > read more
Federer Escapes Raonic, Azarenka Stops Ivanovic
Published on 2012-05-09 18:00:55
Milos Raonic gave Roger Federer all he could handle on Wednesday night at the Madrid Open. The Swiss won a hard fought three-set victory over the Canadian 4-6, 7-5, 7-6(4). This was Federer’s first match since March in Miami when he lost to Andy Roddick in the third round of the Sony Ericsson Open. > read more
Madrid Open – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-09 17:10:49
MUTUA MADRID OPEN Madrid, Spain May 5-13, 2012 Blue Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 9, 2012 Women’s Singles – Third Round (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (13) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) 64 64 (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. Petra Cetkovska (CZE) 63 62 (8) Li Na (CHN) d. (12) Angelique Kerber (GER) 75 64 Women’s Singles [...] > read more
Nadal Eases Through, Isner, Kvitova Ousted in Madrid
Published on 2012-05-09 15:10:52
Although Rafael Nadal has voiced his displeasure about the blue clay courts in Madrid, he played as though it did not matter by thrashing Nikolay Davydenko 6-2, 6-2 in his first match on the controversial surface on Wednesday at the Madrid Open. Nadal said, ”I played much better than I expect…the (blue) court … doesn’t [...] > read more
On The Call with US French Open Wildcards Oudin and Baker
Published on 2012-05-09 15:00:14
Getting to Know Bethanie Mattek-Sands – Part Three
Published on 2012-05-09 13:01:34
USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships Set to Begin May 14
Published on 2012-05-09 08:45:25
La Jolla, Calif. – (May 9, 2012) – The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, one of California’s most treasured beachfront resorts for more than 75 years, will host the United States Tennis Association (USTA) National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships on Monday, May 14, through Sunday, May 20. Events will include both singles and [...] > read more
Blue Clay Blues – Part Three
Published on 2012-05-08 18:00:26
Madrid Open – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-08 18:00:26
MUTUA MADRID OPEN Madrid, Spain May 5-13, 2012 Blue Clay/Outdoors Singles – Second Round (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (Q) Andrea Hlavackova (CZE) 63 76(2) (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Klara Zakopalova (CZE) 64 63 (6) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Mona Barthel (GER) 64 76(2) (9) Serena Williams (USA) d. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) 62 61 [...] > read more
Djokovic Challenged, Serena Sails at Madrid Open
Published on 2012-05-08 16:37:42
Gasquet Rallies Past Bellucci in Madrid
Published on 2012-05-08 16:30:27
by Lucia Hoffman MADRID – There was just one person to blame on Thomaz Bellucci loss on Tuesday at the Madrid Open and that was Richard Gasquet. Gasquet defeated Bellucci 4-6, 6-4 7-6(5). > read more
Getting to Know Bethanie Mattek-Sands – Part Two
Published on 2012-05-08 15:37:54
One Year Trial for Blue Clay says Santana
Published on 2012-05-08 10:48:23
By Lucia Hoffman Former Spanish tennis player and Director of the Madrid Open, Manolo Santana confirmed to Tennis Panorama News that the blue clay courts were approved for one year, and it is to be decided after that if it will work for the event and for the players. Novak Djokovic mentioned this in his [...] > read more
Double Duty for Verdasco on Tuesday at the Madrid Open
Published on 2012-05-08 09:43:25
By Lucia Hoffman MADRID – Fernando Verdasco had a busy day on Tuesday at the Madrid Open having to win both a singles and doubles match. In singles, Verdasco took out Denis Istomin 7-5, 6-2 while he paired up with fellow Spaniard David Marrero and had to rally to take out Alexandr Dolgopolov and Jo-Wilfried [...] > read more
Sharapova Powers past Zakopalova in Madrid
Published on 2012-05-08 09:05:05
By Lucia Hoffman Second seed Maria Sharapova defeated Czech Klara Zakopalova 6-4, 6-3 on Tuesday morning at the Madrid Open. The first set saw Zakapalova playing solidly on the blue clay and serving well. But Zakapalova was having trouble staying in rallies against her powerful opponent Sharapova, but after having her coach come to the [...] > read more
Getting to Know Bethanie Mattek-Sands – Part One
Published on 2012-05-07 20:53:15
MADRID – While the blue clay courts are the talk of the Madrid Open, American player Bethanie Mattek-Sands is trying to make her way back up the rankings after recovering from a recent injury. She’s currently ranked 148th in the world on the WTA Tour and lost in the first round of the Madrid Open [...] > read more
Madrid Open – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-07 18:47:15
MUTUA MADRID OPEN Madrid, Spain May 5-13, 2012 Blue Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, May 7, 2012 Women’s Singles – Second Round (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. Christina McHale (USA) 26 64 60 (8) Li Na (CHN) d. (WC) Sílvia Soler-Espinosa (ESP) 63 61 (12) Angelique Kerber (GER) d. (WC) Venus Williams (USA) 64 61 Petra Cetkovska (CZE) d. (Q) Lourdes Domínguez Lino (ESP) 64 75 Women’s Singles – First Round [...] > read more
Blue Clay Blues – Part Two
Published on 2012-05-07 18:27:10
Monday’s player quotes about the blue clay courts being used at this year’s Madrid Open: Serena Williams I don’t think that there is a big difference between the blue and the red. I think it is the same except for the fact that it is a different colour and that you don’t get as dirty, [...] > read more
Melanie Oudin Claims USTA French Open Wild Card
Published on 2012-05-07 13:10:10
From the USTA: USTA Player Development announced that Melanie Oudin has earned a main draw wild card into the 2012 French Open. This year, the USTA awarded one women’s singles main draw wild card into the French Open to the American who earned the most WTA Tour Ranking points at two of three $50,000 USTA [...] > read more
USTA to hold Sixth US Open Casting Call
Published on 2012-05-07 12:00:11
The USTA announced it will host its annual open casting call on Tuesday, June 19 at Harlem’s World Famous Apollo Theater in New York City to select children to perform at the 2012 US Open, which will be held August 27 – September 9. Winners will perform “America the Beautiful” live at Arthur Ashe Stadium [...] > read more
Djokovic Meets the Media in Madrid
Published on 2012-05-07 10:45:10
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic met the media on Monday at the Madrid Open to an swer a few questions in a pre-tournament news conference. > read more
Serena Williams: “I don’t think that there is a big difference between the blue and the red (clay)”
Published on 2012-05-07 09:50:13
Serena Williams made her 2012 debut on the European clay at the Mutua Madrid Open slamming 14 aces to complete a 6-3, 6-1 demolition of Elena Vesnina on Monday morning. Vesnina was the losing finalist at the Budapest Grand Prix tournament over the weekend. Despite the score, Williams was not pleased with her performance. “I’m [...] > read more
Blue Clay Blues
Published on 2012-05-06 16:56:31
Sunday’s player quotes about the unique blue clay courts being used at this year’s Madrid Open: > read more
Madrid Open – Sunday Results, Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-05-06 15:45:01
MUTUA MADRID OPEN Madrid, Spain May 5-13, 2012 Blue Clay/Outdoors Results – Sunday, May 6, 2012 Women’s Singles – First Round (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 76(5) 64 (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) 60 63 (4) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (WC) Lara Arruabarrena-Vecino (ESP) 63 61 (6) Caroline Wozniacki [...] > read more
Del Potro Defends Estoril Title
Published on 2012-05-06 13:30:57
Seppi Wins Serbia Open
Published on 2012-05-06 12:20:17
Mohammed Dabbous/Reuters/Fotoglif Italy’s Andreas Seppi won the second title of his career eliminating France’s Benoit Paire 6-3, 6-2 for the Serbia Open. “I think my play was really solid this week,” noted Seppi. “Maybe yesterday, the first set was under my expectations, but the rest was very good, so I can be very happy about [...] > read more
Kohlschreiber Nabs Second Munich Crown
Published on 2012-05-06 12:03:34
Philipp Kohlschreiber defeated Marin Cilic 7-6 (8), 6-3 to win the BMW Open for the second time. He previously took the title in 2007. He’s now the first two-time German winner in Munich. ”I improved from match to match, felt very well for the whole week and played good tennis, said Kohlschreiber. “As we walked [...] > read more
Eton Manor Wheelchair Tennis International – Final Results
Published on 2012-05-06 11:00:47
Paire Stuns Top Seed Andujar in Belgrade
Published on 2012-05-05 17:06:33
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 5 MAY, 2012 Singles – Semi-finals B Paire (FRA) d [1] P Andujar (ESP) 63 16 63 [2] A Seppi (ITA) d [4] D Nalbandian (ARG) 26 62 75 Doubles – Semi-finals M Emmrich (GER) / A Siljestrom (SWE) d [2] S Lipsky (USA) / R Ram (USA) 62 64 [3] J [...] > read more
Kohlschreiber Upsets Lopez to reach Munich Final
Published on 2012-05-05 13:31:38
German Philipp Kohlschreiber will meet Croat Marin Cilic in the final of Munich on Sunday. The German upset second seed Feliciano Lopez 6-2, 6-7 (4-7), 6-4. Cilic put out German native son and former No. 2 Tommy Haas 6-3, 6-4. Sunday’s winner will take home earn $95,000. Singles – Semi-finals [4] P Kohlschreiber (GER) d [...] > read more
Errani Nabs Third 2012 Title; Extends Clay Streak to 15
Published on 2012-05-05 12:06:06
Kanepi Rallies from match point Down to Capture Estoril Open
Published on 2012-05-05 11:00:35
Getting Ready for the Show at the Madrid Open
Published on 2012-05-04 19:08:47
By Lucia Hoffman MADRID – The Mutua Madrid Open began on Friday with Qualifying WTA matches on the following courts: Manolo Santana, Sanchez-Vicario, Stadium 3, Court 5 and Court 7. Early in the morning it was raining but it cleared up on time for competition and with practices taking place with Li Na, Maria Kirilenko, [...] > read more
Murray Withdraws from Madrid Open with Back Injury
Published on 2012-05-04 14:45:00
Andy Murray has withdrawn from the Madrid Open with a back injury. He made the following statement:“It is with regret that on doctors advice I have to withdraw from the Mutua Madrid Open with injury. I always love coming to Madrid so it is a big disappointment. I look forward to returning next year and [...] > read more
Paire Stuns Nieminen in Belgrade
Published on 2012-05-04 14:40:54
RESULTS – FRIDAY, 4 MAY, 2012 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] P Andujar (ESP) d L Rosol (CZE) 64 63 [2] A Seppi (ITA) d [8] G Muller (LUX) 64 63 B Paire (FRA) d [3] J Nieminen (FIN) 06 62 75 [4] D Nalbandian (ARG) d J Souza (BRA) 63 62 Singles – Second Round [...] > read more
Top Four Seeds make Men’s Semis in Estoril
Published on 2012-05-04 14:26:56
ESTORIL OPEN Estoril, Portugal April 30-May 6 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, May 4, 2012 Women’s Singles – Semifinals (6) Kaia Kanepi (EST) d. (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) 62 75 Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) d. (Q) Karin Knapp (ITA) 64 60 Women’s Doubles – Semifinals Chuang/Zhang (TPE/CHN) d. Panova/Watson (RUS/GBR) 63 63 RESULTS – FRIDAY, [...] > read more
Lopez Dispatches Tomic, Haas Upsets Baghdatis in Munich
Published on 2012-05-04 13:00:16
ATP World Tour Munich, Germany (+2 hours GMT) 30 April – 6 May, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – FRIDAY, 4 MAY, 2012 Singles – Quarter-finals [2] F Lopez (ESP) d [5] B Tomic (AUS) 64 62 [3] M Cilic (CRO) d [6] M Youzhny (RUS) 63 67(6) 63 [4] P Kohlschreiber (GER) d [Q] M [...] > read more
Errani to Meet Vesnina in Budapest Final
Published on 2012-05-04 11:00:50
Top-seeded Sara Errani of Italy has gained her eighth WTA final and extended her clay streak to 14. Errani took out Anna Tatishvili of Georgia 6-2, 6-1 to gain the final of the Budapest Grand Prix. > read more
Andujar Rallies Past Volandri at Serbia Open
Published on 2012-05-03 16:47:38
Top seed Pablo Andujar came back to defeat Filippo Volandri 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Serbia Open. “It was a difficult match for me,” said Andujar. “The conditions weren’t easy; the court was very fast and it was hot, which made it a little bit more difficult. Always in your [...] > read more
Del Potro Begins Estoril Title Defense by Drubbing Machado
Published on 2012-05-03 15:42:54
Juan Martin Del Potro showed no signs of being rusty after a five week layoff. Del Potro destroyed Rui Machado 6-0, 6-1 at the Estoril Open. “I like to play on clay, I prefer hard courts obviously, but I have been working hard at home, before I came here. This tournament is very important to [...] > read more
Errani Extends Unbeaten Streak on Clay to 13
Published on 2012-05-03 15:00:46
Sara Errani’s win streak on clay is now up to 13. At the Budapest Grand Prix on Thursday she stopped Alberti Brianti 6-4, 6-0. “It’s difficult to play against someone you know well,” Errani said of her Italian countrywoman. “There was more tension than in a usual match and I think that showed in the [...] > read more
Lopez to Battle Tomic in Munich Quarterfinal
Published on 2012-05-03 13:30:58
Second seed Feliciano Lopez defeated Sergiy Stakhovsky 6-4, 7-6(4) to move into the final eight on the BMW Open in Munich. The Spaniard will have to battle Australian Bernard Tomic who has reached his first ATP clay court quarterfinal getting past Potito Starace 6-1, 6-7(4), 6-3. “I played very well in the first set and [...] > read more
Wozniacki and Radwanska Commit to Play New Haven Open
Published on 2012-05-03 08:00:11
Four-time champion and World No. 6 Caroline Wozniacki and World No. 4 Agnieszka Radwanska have committed to play the 2012 New Haven Open at Yale presented by First Niagara, a WTA event that is part of the Emirates Airline US Open Series to be held August 17-25, 2012 at the Connecticut Tennis Center, it was [...] > read more
London 2012 Paralympic Tennis Test Event begins at Eton Manor
Published on 2012-05-03 06:00:38
The Eton Manor Wheelchair Tennis International, the test event for the London 2012 Paralympic Tennis Event, begins today at Eton Manor, Olympic Park, London. The test event is taking place on 3-6 May 2012. > read more
Seppi, Nalbandian Progess in Belgrade
Published on 2012-05-02 16:36:51
USTA Names Players and Coaches for 2012 World Team Cup
Published on 2012-05-02 15:00:48
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) announced the players and coaches who will represent the United States at the 2012 BNP Paribas World Team Cup. The nation’s top wheelchair tennis players will compete against participants from around the globe, May 21-27, on hard court hosted by Seoul, Korea Republic. The competition will take place at [...] > read more
Gasquet, Vinci Cruise Past Opponents in Estoril
Published on 2012-05-02 14:32:24
ESTORIL OPEN Estoril, Portugal April 30-May 6 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Singles – Second Round (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. (WC) Maria Joao Koehler (POR) 62 60 (Q) Karin Knapp (ITA) d. (2) Maria Kirilenko (RUS) 16 61 75 Sílvia Soler-Espinosa (ESP) d. (3) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) 36 63 75 [...] > read more
Haas Ousts Top Seed Tsonga in Munich
Published on 2012-05-02 13:00:24
With Win at Budapest Errani Extends Clay Win Streak to 12
Published on 2012-05-02 11:42:02
BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Budapest, Hungary April 30-May 5 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Singles – Second Round (1) Sara Errani (ITA) d. (Q) Melinda Czink (HUN) 64 16 61 Elena Vesnina (RUS) d. (2) Ksenia Pervak (KAZ) 62 63 Barbora Zahlavova Strycova (CZE) d. (4) Klara Zakopalova (CZE) 63 63 (5) [...] > read more
Winston-Salem Open to be held August 18-25
Published on 2012-05-02 09:57:05
The Winston-Salem Open will be held August 18-25, 2012 at the Wake Forest Tennis Complex adjacent to BB&T Field. “With the return of warm weather, people have tennis on their minds. Fans already have been calling our office to inquire about ticket availability,” Winston-Salem Open director Bill Oakes said. “With John Isner and Andy Roddick [...] > read more
Melbourne Park Redevelopment Nets Extra Funding
Published on 2012-05-01 19:42:54
Media release from the Victorian government via Tennis Australia – The Victorian Coalition Government’s commitment to keeping the Grand Slam of Asia/Pacific in Melbourne until 2036 was further cemented today with a $5.5 million Budget announcement towards the next stage of redevelopment at Melbourne Park. > read more
Three Seeds Fall at Serbia Open
Published on 2012-05-01 16:46:05
ATP World Tour Belgrade, Serbia (+2 hours GMT) 30 April – 6 May, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 1 MAY, 2012 Singles – First Round L ROSOL (CZE) d [5] L KUBOT (POL) 75 62 B PAIRE (FRA) d [6] F FOGNINI (ITA) 61 64 J SOUZA (BRA) d [7] R HARRISON (USA) 63 [...] > read more
Dan James Named 2011 Wheelchair Tennis Coach of the Year by the ITF
Published on 2012-05-01 16:20:40
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) announced that Dan James, USTA Manager of Wheelchair Tennis and the U.S. Wheelchair Tennis Coach, has been named the 2011 Wheelchair Tennis Coach of the Year by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). James will be presented with a trophy during the 2012 BNP Paribas World Team Cup in Seoul, [...] > read more
Top Seeds Gain Ground in Estoril
Published on 2012-05-01 14:29:21
ESTORIL OPEN Estoril, Portugal April 30-May 6 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, May 1, 2012 Women’s Singles – First Round (2) Maria Kirilenko (RUS) d. Elena Baltacha (GBR) 76(6) 61 (3) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. (Q) Kristina Barrois (GER) 64 61 (4) Petra Cetkovska (CZE) d. Alexandra Panova (RUS) 62 61 (5) Zheng Jie [...] > read more
Top Seeds Move on In Budapest
Published on 2012-05-01 13:00:28
BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Budapest, Hungary April 30-May 5 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, May 1, 2012 Singles – First Round (1) Sara Errani (ITA) d. Mandy Minella (LUX) 61 61 (2) Ksenia Pervak (KAZ) d. Vera Dushevina (RUS) 61 57 76(6) (saved 2mp) Alberta Brianti (ITA) d. (8) Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) 64 57 63 [...] > read more
Defending Munich Champ Davydenko Upset by Farah
Published on 2012-05-01 11:46:49
Defending Munich champion Nikolay Davydenko was stunned 6-3, 6-2 by Colombian qualifier Robert Farah. Seeds advancing on Tuesday included Mikhail Youzhny, and Marcos Baghdatis. ATP World Tour Munich, Germany (+2 hours GMT) 30 April – 6 May, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 1 MAY, 2012 Singles – First Round [6] M YOUZHNY (RUS) d [...] > read more
Prince Sports, Inc. and U.S. Affiliates Commence Voluntary Chapter 11 Business Reorganization Proceedings
Published on 2012-05-01 08:26:30
This is the Press Release sent to the editor from Prince: > read more
Approach Shots – Marcelo Rios: The Man We Barely Knew
Published on 2012-05-01 08:12:02
Evert, Graf, Navratilova and Late Wheelchair Star Randy Snow to be Part of Charitable Initiative “Avenue of Aces” at US Open
Published on 2012-05-01 08:00:58
Volandri knocks out Marko Djokovic at Serbia Open
Published on 2012-04-30 16:28:13
Agassi to Play McEnroe in WTT Match To Benefit Johnny Mac Tennis Project
Published on 2012-04-30 14:58:42
NEW YORK, April 30, 2012 – Tennis Hall of Famers Andre Agassi and John McEnroe and Martina Hingis will compete as part of the World TeamTennis matchup between the New York Sportimes and Boston Lobsters, the team announced today. In a special benefit night on July 19, proceeds will go towards the Johnny Mac Tennis [...] > read more
Haase and Vinci Advance in Estoril
Published on 2012-04-30 13:29:42
ESTORIL OPEN Estoril, Portugal Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, April 30, 2012 Women’s Singles – First Round (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. (WC) Nina Bratchikova (RUS) 61 16 64 (7) Nadia Petrova (RUS) d. (WC) Barbara Luz (POR) 60 61 Vania King (USA) d. Johanna Larsson (SWE) 67(6) 63 60 Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) d. Olga [...] > read more
Tomic and Giraldo Advance in Munich
Published on 2012-04-30 13:29:20
ATP World Tour Munich, Germany (+2 hours GMT) 30 April – 6 May, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – MONDAY, 30 APRIL, 2012 Singles – First Round [5] B TOMIC (AUS) d O ROCHUS (BEL) 64 63 S GIRALDO (COL) d S DARCIS (BEL) 64 63 Doubles – First Round [1] F Cermak (CZE) / F [...] > read more
Pironkova Ousted in Budapest
Published on 2012-04-30 13:04:33
BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Budapest, Hungary April 30-May 5 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, April 30, 2012 Singles – First Round Anna Tatishvili (GEO) d. (3) Tsvetana Pironkova (BUL) 16 63 61 (4) Klara Zakopalova (CZE) d. Anne Keothavong (GBR) 76(3) 36 62 (5) Marina Erakovic (NZL) d. Pauline Parmentier (FRA) 76(3) 36 76(2) (6) [...] > read more
Querrey Commits to Newport
Published on 2012-04-30 12:00:10
Sam Querrey is the most recent player to commit to the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, which will be held July 9 – 15, 2012 on the historic grass courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, R.I. Querrey, who has been ranked as high as world No. 17, has been steadily [...] > read more
Former French Open Boys’ Finalist Brian Baker Claims USTA French Open Wild Card
Published on 2012-04-30 12:00:08
USTA Player Development announced that Brian Baker of Nashville, Tenn., has earned a main draw wild card into the 2012 French Open. This year, the USTA awarded one men’s singles main draw wild card into the French Open to the American player who finished with the best combined results at two USTA Pro Circuit clay-court [...] > read more
ATP Belgrade – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-29 21:50:28
ATP World Tour Belgrade, Serbia (+2 hours GMT) 30 April – 6 May, 2012 Surface: Clay SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 30 APRIL, 2012 CENTER COURT start 12:00 pm Qualifying – A BEDENE (SLO) vs I BOZOLJAC (SRB) – Final Round Qualifying Not Before 2:00 PM I DODIG (CRO) vs A UNGUR (ROU) Not Before 4:00 [...] > read more
ATP Munich – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-29 21:30:59
ATP World Tour Munich, Germany (+2 hours GMT) 30 April – 6 May, 2012 Surface: Clay SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 30 APRIL, 2012 CENTRE COURT start 11:00 am Qualifying – M MATOSEVIC (AUS) vs P GOJOWCZYK (GER) Qualifying – D GOFFIN (BEL) vs D KINDLMANN (GER) [5] B TOMIC (AUS) vs O ROCHUS (BEL) M Bachinger [...] > read more
Estoril Open – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-29 17:13:49
ESTORIL OPEN Estoril, Portugal Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 30, 2012 CENTRAL start 10:55 am [1] R VINCI (ITA) vs [WC] N BRATCHIKOVA (RUS) – WTA Not Before 1:55 PM S BOLELLI (ITA) vs [6] R HAASE (NED) – ATP Not Before 4:00 PM [5] D ISTOMIN (UZB) vs P MATHIEU (FRA) [...] > read more
WTA Budapest – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-29 17:04:06
BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Budapest, Hungary April 30-May 5 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 30, 2012 Court Asboth Jozsef (from 11.00hrs) 1. Tsvetana Pironkova vs. Anna Tatishvili 2. Aleksandra Wozniak vs. Shahar Peer (NB 13.30hrs) 3. Lesia Tsurenko vs. Greta Arn (NB 16.00hrs) Court 5 (from 11.00hrs) 1. Petra Martic vs. Csilla [...] > read more
Sharapova Dismisses Azarenka for Stuttgart Title
Published on 2012-04-29 15:21:21
In a field packed with the top 8 WTA players, No. 2 Maria Sharapova shone through this week to capture the Stuttgart title by taking out No. 1 Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-4 victory on Sunday. The win which is Sharapova’s 25th career tournament victory, breaks a 0-4 streak in finals against Azarenka. Sharapova hit 31 [...] > read more
Nadal Wins Seventh Barcelona Crown
Published on 2012-04-29 14:00:41
Rafael Nadal became the only male player in the Open Era to win two tournaments seven times when he gritted out a 7-6 (1), 7-5 victory over countryman David Ferrer in Sunday’s Barcelona Open final. Last week Nadal won his eighth Monte Carlo crown. “It’s almost unimaginable to win here seven times, “Nadal said. “It’s [...] > read more
Third Bucharest title for Simon
Published on 2012-04-29 11:16:24
Top seed Frenchmen Gilles Simon captured his third Bucharest title by defeating Italy’s Fabio Fognini 6-4, 6-3 for the Nastase Tiriac Trophy on Sunday. Simon previously won the tournament in 2007 and 2008. It’s his fifth ATP World Tour title and his fifth on clay. “I played a great match today,” said Simon. “It was [...] > read more
Azarenka, Sharapova Gain Stuttgart Final
Published on 2012-04-28 15:00:54
Sunday will see the battle between WTA No. 1 and No. 2 in Stuttgart when Victoria Azarenka faces Maria Sharapova. Azarenka took care of business against Agnieszka Radwanska, taking out the Pole 6-1, 6-3. It’s the fifth straight time this year that Azarenka has defeated Radwanska. After the match Radwanska said she was suffering from [...] > read more
Qualifier Kiki Bertens Wins First WTA Title in Morocco
Published on 2012-04-28 14:30:33
Nadal Eases Past Verdasco to set up Barcelona Final Against Ferrer
Published on 2012-04-28 13:31:48
Six-time Barcelona winner Rafael Nadal eased into Sunday’s final with a 6-0, 6-4 demolition of fellow Spaniard Fernando Verdasco. ”I began the first set very strong, and getting the first break gave me a lot of confidence,” Nadal told media. Nadal will take on countryman David Ferrer in Sunday’s final. Ferrer fought off Canadian Milos [...] > read more
Simon To Face Fognini for Bucharest Title
Published on 2012-04-28 12:02:09
Gilles Simon will attempt to capture his third Bucharest title when he faces Fabio Fognini on Sunday. Simon moved past Matthias Bachinger 7-5, 6-2, while Fognini soundly ousted qualifier Attila Balazs, 6-3, 6-1. > read more
Azarenka and Sharapova Survive Marathon Matches to Reach Stuttgart Semis
Published on 2012-04-27 17:30:45
World No. 1 Victoria Azarenka survived the hard-serving Mona Marthel 6-4, 6-7(3), 7-5 in an almost three-hour battle in Stuttgart. Azarenka withstood 13 aces from Barthel in the win. She will now meet Agnieszka Radwanska for a spot in Sunday’s final. Radwanska took out Li Na to earn her semifinal place. In another marathon match, [...] > read more
Bertens Upsets Halep in Fès
Published on 2012-04-27 16:46:18
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 23-28, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, April 27, 2012 Singles – Semifinals (Q) Kiki Bertens (NED) d. (5) Simona Halep (ROU) 63 64 Laura Pous-Tio (ESP) d. (LL) Mathilde Johansson (FRA) 61 26 75 Doubles – Semifinals Begu/Cadantu (ROU/ROU) d. Pliskova/Pliskova (CZE/CZE) [...] > read more
Serena Williams Says No to Blue Clay and Talks Olympic Mixed Doubles at Product Launch
Published on 2012-04-27 14:46:20
NEW YORK, NY (April 27, 2012) – Serena Williams continued her busy week in New York City at the Walgreens store in Times Square by launching Sleep Sheets® – a product which sells itself as a natural sleep aid. It’s part of a new venture with basketball players LeBron James, Amar’e Stoudemire, and Chris Paul [...] > read more
Raonic Stuns Murray; Ferrer Saves Match Points and Beats Lopez
Published on 2012-04-27 14:35:11
Canadian Milos Raonic knocked out Great Britain’s Andy Murray 6-4, 7-6(3) to make the Barcelona semifinals. Raonic dominated on serve smacking 14 aces past Murray. Murray won a mere four points on the Canadian’s serve in the first set. Raonic finds himself in his fourth ATP World Tour semifinal this year, his second on clay [...] > read more
Simon Rallies to Gain Bucharest Semis
Published on 2012-04-27 14:00:17
Two-time former Bucharest champion Gilles Simon had to come back from a set down to defeat fifth seed Lukasz Kubot 3-6, 6-1, 6-3. Top seeded Simon who own the championship in 2007 and 2008 will meet Matthias Bachinger in Saturday’s semi. The upset of the day came from unknown Hungarian qualifier Attila Balazs, who surprised [...] > read more
Serena Williams and MMA star Georges St-Pierre Launch New Mission Athlete Product
Published on 2012-04-26 21:19:50
NEW YORK, NY (April 26, 2012) – Thirteeen-time major singles winner Serena Williams and mixed martial Arts star Georges St-Pierre launched a new product from Mission Athletecare – the EnduraCool towel. Williams and St.-Pierre took part in a 30-minute training circuit on Thursday at 24 Hour Fitness at Madison Square Park in New York City [...] > read more
Top Seeds Advance in Stuttgart, Wozniacki, Bartoli Upset
Published on 2012-04-26 17:01:32
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 23-29, 2012 $740,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Thursday, April 26, 2012 Singles – Second Round (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. Andrea Petkovic (GER) 62 44 ret. (right ankle injury) (3) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 62 62 (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. Julia Goerges (GER) 62 [...] > read more
Nadal, Murray Cruise to Barcelona Quarterfinals
Published on 2012-04-26 14:28:48
ATP World Tour 500 Barcelona, Spain (+2 hours GMT) 23 – 29 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – THURSDAY, 26 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Third Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [Q] R Farah (COL) 62 63 [2] A Murray (GBR) d S Giraldo (COL) 61 62 [3] D Ferrer (ESP) d A Montanes (ESP) [...] > read more
Top Seed Garrigues Upset in Fès
Published on 2012-04-26 14:06:19
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 23-28, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, April 26, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals (5) Simona Halep (ROU) d. (1/WC) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) 62 61 (LL) Mathilde Johansson (FRA) d. (3) Petra Cetkovska (CZE) 63 64 Laura Pous-Tio (ESP) d. Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) [...] > read more
Troicki, Baghdatis Stunned in Bucharest
Published on 2012-04-26 13:14:27
RESULTS – THURSDAY, 26 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Second Round [1] G Simon (FRA) d D Sela (ISR) 64 62 M Bachinger (GER) d [4] V Troicki (SRB) 63 46 76(2) F Fognini (ITA) d [5] M Baghdatis (CYP) 75 76(4) [6] A Seppi (ITA) d C Stebe (GER) 62 63 [7] L Kubot (POL) [...] > read more
Christina McHale Commits to play New Haven Open
Published on 2012-04-26 12:33:32
Sharapova, Radwanska advance in Stuttgart
Published on 2012-04-25 16:27:23
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 23-29, 2012 $740,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Singles – Second Round (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (Q) Alizé Cornet (FRA) 63 10 ret. (right shoulder injury) (4) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (Q) Greta Arn (HUN) 63 64 Singles – First Round (6) Caroline Wozniacki [...] > read more
Nadal, Ferrer Destroy Opponents to Move on in Barcelona
Published on 2012-04-25 15:13:57
ATP World Tour 500 Barcelona, Spain (+2 hours GMT) 23 – 29 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 25 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Second Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) 61 62 [3] D Ferrer (ESP) d [WC] F Krajinovic (SRB) 60 63 [5] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d V Hanescu (ROU) [...] > read more
Kuznetsova Out with Thigh Injury in Fès
Published on 2012-04-25 14:55:32
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 23-28, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Singles – Second Round (1/WC) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. Mandy Minella (LUX) 62 63 Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) d. (2) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 16 76(4) 32 ret. (left thigh injury) (saved 1mp) (3) [...] > read more
Mayer Upset in Bucharest
Published on 2012-04-25 12:49:18
ATP World Tour 250 Bucharest, Romania (+3 hours GMT) 23 – 29 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 25 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Second Round X Malisse (BEL) d [2] F Mayer (GER) 75 46 64 [Q] D Brands (GER) d [Q] J Zopp (EST) 76(3) 63 [Q] A Balazs (HUN) d P Starace [...] > read more
Jim Courier Announces PowerShares Series and Rings NASDAQ Opening Bell
Published on 2012-04-25 08:49:46
InsideOut Sports + Entertainment announced on Tuesday that the Champions Series tennis circuit has been renamed the PowerShares Series. As the marketing agent for PowerShares QQQ Trust, an ETF based on the NASDAQ 100 index, Invesco PowerShares signed a multi-year agreement in 2011 to become the title sponsor of the InsideOut owned tennis tour. > read more
USTA SMASHZONE Tour Visits Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary
Published on 2012-04-25 08:30:57
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 25, 2012 – The USTA announced today that its SmashZone Mobile Tour will make an appearance at the Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Celebration at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, Calif., on May 5. SmashZone Mobile Tour, the premiere fan interactive attraction introduces children to tennis in a fun and interactive [...] > read more
Approach Shots – 45 Love: My Yearlong Quest to Fulfill a Lifelong Dream in the Sport of Tennis
Published on 2012-04-25 07:48:15
Stosur, Bartoli, Li Gain Second Round in Stuttgart
Published on 2012-04-24 17:10:58
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 23-29, 2012 $740,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Singles – First Round (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. Peng Shuai (CHN) 62 62 (7) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. (Q) Iveta Benesova (CZE) 63 62 (8) Li Na (CHN) d. Lucie Safarova (CZE) 76(4) 64 Francesca Schiavone [...] > read more
Kuznestsova Moves Past Daniilidou in Fès
Published on 2012-04-24 16:14:12
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 23-28, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Singles – First Round (2) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) d. Eleni Daniilidou (GRE) 61 75 (3) Petra Cetkovska (CZE) d. (Q) Melinda Czink (HUN) 64 62 (5) Simona Halep (ROU) d. (WC) Fatima Zahrae [...] > read more
Murray, Almagro, Verdasco Advance in Barcelona
Published on 2012-04-24 14:02:48
ATP World Tour 500 Barcelona, Spain (+2 hours GMT) 23 – 29 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 24 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Second Round [2] A Murray (GBR) d S Stakhovsky (UKR) 63 62 [6] N Almagro (ESP) d E Roger-Vasselin (FRA) 75 76(3) [9] F Verdasco (ESP) d S Darcis (BEL) 63 [...] > read more
Seppi Survives Rufin, Dodig Ousted in Bucharest
Published on 2012-04-24 12:40:58
ATP World Tour 250 Bucharest, Romania (+3 hours GMT) 23 – 29 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 24 APRIL, 2012 Singles – First Round [6] A Seppi (ITA) d [Q] G Rufin (FRA) 16 76(5) 64 [Q] D Brands (GER) d [8] I Dodig (CRO) 76(4) 62 D Sela (ISR) d A Ungur [...] > read more
Washington, DC ATP event becomes Citi Open
Published on 2012-04-24 12:18:01
Citi, the Washington Tennis & Education Foundation (WTEF) and Lagardere Unlimited on Tuesday announced that Citi has been named the new title sponsor of the ATP World Tour 500 Tournament called the Citi Open, previously known as the Legg Mason Tennis Classic. As part of a multi-year commitment, Citi becomes just the seventh title sponsor [...] > read more
Wimbledon Increases Prize Money
Published on 2012-04-24 12:16:30
USC-UCLA Tennis Powers to Collide This Week at 112th Annual Ojai Valley Championships
Published on 2012-04-24 11:27:07
By Steve Pratt OJAI, Calif. (April 23, 2012) – Two of college tennis’ powerhouse programs and intra-city rivals USC and UCLA could possibly meet for the third time this season as the first Pac-12 Men’s Championships dual-match format event kicks off at the 112th annual Ojai Valley Tennis Tournament starting Wednesday. > read more
Benesova and Chakvetadze Make Main Draw in Stuttgart
Published on 2012-04-23 15:35:27
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 23-29, 2012 $740,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Monday, April 23, 2012 Doubles – First Round Jans-Ignacik/Zhang (POL/CHN) d. (WC) Barthel/Malek (GER/GER) 62 75 Barrois/Woehr (GER/GER) d. (WC) Schiavone/Vinci (ITA/ITA) 61 64 Singles Qualifying – Final Round (3) Iveta Benesova (CZE) d. Akgul Amanmuradova (UZB) 62 46 76(3) Anna [...] > read more
Garrigues Through, Wickmayer Upset in Fès
Published on 2012-04-23 15:30:58
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 23-28, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, April 23, 2012 Singles – First Round (1/WC) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. Nina Bratchikova (RUS) 62 64 Patricia Mayr-Achleitner (AUT) d. (4) Yanina Wickmayer (BEL) 64 62 (6) Chanelle Scheepers (RSA) d. Anastasia Rodionova (AUS) [...] > read more
Raonic Gains Second Round of Barcelona Open
Published on 2012-04-23 15:18:04
Canadian Milos Raonic won on clay for the first time in 2012, defeating Colombia’s Alejandro Falla 6-4, 7-6(3) in the first round of the Barcelona Open. Raonic trains in Barcelona. Falla’s countryman Santiago Giraldo upset No. 18 Denis Istomin of Uzbekistan 7-6 (3), 6-4. ATP World Tour 500 Barcelona, Spain (+2 hours GMT) 23 – [...] > read more
Western & Southern Open Renews Title Sponsor Through 2014
Published on 2012-04-23 13:48:39
The Western & Southern Open has extended its relationship with the Western & Southern Financial Group for three more years to keep the Cincinnati-based company as title sponsor of the city’s professional tennis tournament through 2014. The parties did not disclose the specific terms of the three-year, multimillion-dollar deal. The Western & Southern Financial Group [...] > read more
ATP Bucharest – Kubot Advances, Chardy Ousted
Published on 2012-04-23 12:47:07
ATP World Tour 250 Bucharest, Romania (+3 hours GMT) 23 – 29 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – MONDAY, 23 APRIL, 2012 Singles – First Round [7] L Kubot (POL) d [WC] G Moraru (ROU) 62 63 P Starace (ITA) d [9] J Chardy (FRA) 63 60 M Bachinger (GER) d F Volandri (ITA) 36 [...] > read more
Seeds Announced for 2013 Fed Cup Draw on June 6
Published on 2012-04-23 05:32:58
ATP Bucharest – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-22 16:38:06
ATP Barcelona – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-22 16:24:51
WTA Stuttgart – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-22 16:21:00
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 23-29, 2012 $740,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 23, 2012 Centre Court (from 12.30hrs) 1. Annika Beck vs. Alizé Cornet (Singles Q Final) 2. Schiavone/Vinci vs. Barrois/Woehr (NB 15.00hrs) 3. Barthel/Malek vs. Jans-Ignacik/Zhang (NB 20.00hrs) Court 1 (from 12.00hrs) 1. Yvonne Meusburger vs. Greta Arn [...] > read more
WTA Fès – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-22 16:12:19
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 23-28, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 23, 2012 Court Mohamed M’Jid (from 11.00hrs) 1. Alexandra Panova vs. Mandy Minella 2. Anabel Medina Garrigues vs. Nina Bratchikova 3. Alberta Brianti vs. Alexandra Cadantu (NB 14.00hrs) 4. Yanina Wickmayer vs. Patricia [...] > read more
Final results for Fed Cup World Group Semifinals and World Group/World Group II Playoffs
Published on 2012-04-22 16:04:56
Czech Republic and Serbia are through to the Final after victories over Italy and Russia respectively. The Final will be played November 3-4 in Czech Republic. Australia, Japan, Slovak Republic and USA have won their World Group playoff ties and will join Czech Republic, Italy, Russia and Serbia in the 2013 World Group. > read more
Nadal Wins Eighth Straight Monte Carlo Crown, Ends Losing Streak Against Djokovic
Published on 2012-04-22 09:15:06
Rafael Nadal ended his seven match losing streak against World No. 1 Novak Djokovic by dismantling the Serb 6-3, 6-1 to capture his eighth consecutive Monte Carlo Rolex Masters on Sunday. “After seven times, thank you for this one,” said Nadal during the trophy ceremony. “Congratulations, you deserved to win for how you played this [...] > read more
Serena Williams Leads US Fed Cup Squad Back Into World Group
Published on 2012-04-22 08:46:26
Results for Fed Cup World Group Semifinals and World Group/World Group II Playoffs
Published on 2012-04-21 15:03:03
The latest results for the Fed Cup World Group semifinals, and World Group and World Group II play-offs taking place on 21-22 April. Follow all the action on www.fedcup.com, www.fedcup.com/es and www.twitter.com/fedcup. > read more
Djokovic and Nadal to meet in Monte Carlo Final
Published on 2012-04-21 13:00:34
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 21 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Semi-finals [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d [6] T Berdych (CZE) 46 63 62 [2] R Nadal (ESP) d [9] G Simon (FRA) 63 64 Doubles – Semi-finals [1] B Bryan (USA) / M Bryan (USA) d M Granollers (ESP) / M Lopez (ESP) 64 76(5) [2] M [...] > read more
US Takes 2-0 Lead over Ukraine on Day 1 of Fed Cup World Group Playoff
Published on 2012-04-21 10:41:47
Judy Murray Talks about her new role as Great Britain’s Fed Cup Captain
Published on 2012-04-21 09:00:13
Lucia Hoffman interviewed Great Britain’s Fed Cup team Captain Judy Murray during the first week of the Sony Ericsson Open last month here is an excerpt from the interview: Q: Judy, now you have a new role as Fed Cup captain for Great Britain. How does it feel to be in this new role? > read more
Djokovic, Nadal Gain Semis in Monte Carlo, Murray Upset
Published on 2012-04-20 12:11:16
ATP World Tour Masters 1000 Monte-Carlo, Monaco (+2 hours GMT) 15-22 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – FRIDAY, 20 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d R Haase (NED) 64 62 [2] R Nadal (ESP) d S Wawrinka (SUI) 75 64 [6] T Berdych (CZE) d [3] A Murray (GBR) 67(4) [...] > read more
John McEnroe’s ESPN Role Expanded to Cover Wimbledon
Published on 2012-04-20 11:00:45
John McEnroe will add Wimbledon to his ESPN duties starting this summer. The seven-time major title winner has worked the US Open for ESPN since 2009 and will continue to do so under the terms of this multi-year agreement. > read more
Fed Cup Draws Announced for Weekend
Published on 2012-04-20 09:45:12
The ITF has announced the draws for the Fed Cup World Group semifinals, and World Group and World Group II play-offs taking place on 21-22 April. > read more
US versus Ukraine in Fed Cup World Group Playoff this Weekend
Published on 2012-04-20 08:00:03
The United States will face Ukraine in the 2012 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group Playoffs. The official draw took place today to determine the order of play in the best-of-five match series. Below is a preview of this weekend’s match-up including the order of play and quotes following the draw. Tennis Channel [...] > read more
With a Heavy Heart, Djokovic Gains Monte Carlo Quarterfinals
Published on 2012-04-19 15:11:58
Fed Cup – US vs Ukraine – Notes and Quotes from Pre-Draw News Conference
Published on 2012-04-19 09:32:54
The United States will face Ukraine this weekend in the Fed Cup World Group Playoff. The tie is being held at the Superior Golf & Spa Resort in Kharkiv, Ukraine. The best-of-five match series begins on Saturday, April 21, with two singles matches and is followed by two reverse singles matches and the doubles match [...] > read more
Tennis Channel to Broadcast US vs Ukraine Fed Cup Tie This Weekend
Published on 2012-04-19 08:04:04
Tennis Channel will provide exclusive coverage of the U.S. Fed Cup team’s playoff competition against Ukraine in Kharkiv, Ukraine, this weekend, with live telecasts Saturday, April 21, and Sunday, April 22. The United States must defeat Ukraine to qualify for the 2013 Fed Cup tournament. Thirteen-time Grand Slam singles champion Serena Williams will join Christina [...] > read more
Djokovic, Nadal Advance with easy wins in Monte Carlo
Published on 2012-04-18 13:00:51
ITFConfirms First Two Entries for 2012 Olympic Tennis Event
Published on 2012-04-18 05:27:57
From the International Tennis Federation: The ITF has confirmed the first two entries for the 2012 Olympic Tennis Event after Tripartite Commission Invitation places were allocated in the women’s singles to Stephanie Vogt of Liechtenstein and Veronica Cepede Royg of Paraguay. The Olympic Tennis Event will take place at the All England Club, Wimbledon July [...] > read more
Murray Advances, Tsonga Celebrates Birthday with win in Monte Carlo
Published on 2012-04-17 14:00:09
Third and fourth seeds Andy Murray and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, respectively had easy wins to advance to the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday. Murray dismantled Viktor Troicki 6-0, 6-3. ”Normally when I come here I usually find I need a few matches to get adjusted,” said Murray. ”But I played very well, [...] > read more
Kim Clijsters to Miss French Open
Published on 2012-04-17 13:00:32
Kim Clijsters will miss the French Open due to a hip injury. Clijsters quoted from her website www.kimclijsters.be:”It’s such a pity not to be able to play a last claycourt season. But I can’t be fully fit for the French Open. “I really look forward starting a long training to be ready for the grasscourt [...] > read more
Monte Carlo – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-16 12:53:13
ATP World Tour Masters 1000 Monte-Carlo, Monaco (+2 hours GMT) 15-22 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – MONDAY, 16 APRIL, 2012 Singles – First Round [13] F Verdasco (ESP) d O Rochus (BEL) 46 62 75 [15] J Melzer (AUT) d L Kubot (POL) 62 75 [16] A Dolgopolov (UKR) d J Chela (ARG) [...] > read more
Townsend, McDonald Claim Easter Bowl 18s Singles Titles
Published on 2012-04-16 08:01:35
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 16, 2012 – Taylor Townsend of Stockbridge, Ga., captured the girls’ 18s singles title at the 2012 Easter Bowl ITF Tennis Championships on Saturday, and Mackenzie McDonald of Piedmont, Calif., won the boys’ 18s title on Sunday. Both Townsend (16) and McDonald (17) celebrate birthdays today, and will receive wild cards [...] > read more
Monaco Stuns Isner for Houston Crown
Published on 2012-04-15 16:05:57
By Joe McGovern HOUSTON – It was a championship match between two buddies in Houston as Juan Monaco persevered over John Isner, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 to win his first title ever on American soil and his fifth overall. It was a particularly sweet day for the two tour friends, who have bonded over their love [...] > read more
Andujar Defends Casablanca Title
Published on 2012-04-15 15:00:17
Errani Doubles Up at the Barcelona Ladies Open
Published on 2012-04-15 13:04:34
Sara Errani captured her second tournament of 2012, when she defeated Dominika Cibulkova 6-2, 6-2 to win the Barcelona Ladies Open on Sunday. “I’m very happy because it’s the second tournament I’ve won in an amazing season for me,” Errani said. “It wasn’t an easy tournament. There were really good players here. The last two [...] > read more
Kerber Upsets Wozniacki for Copenhagen Title
Published on 2012-04-15 12:56:44
Ljubicic Calls it a Career in Monte Carlo
Published on 2012-04-15 12:00:52
Isner Rallies Past Lopez in Houston, Becomes US No.1
Published on 2012-04-14 19:20:50
HOUSTON – American John Isner defeated Spain’s Feliciano Lopez 6-7 (5), 7-6 (4), 6-3 on Saturday to advance to the final of the U.S. Clay Court Championship at the River Oaks Country Club. The victory moves Isner’s ranking up to No. 9 in the world as of Monday, making him the top American moving past [...] > read more
Monte Carlo Sunday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-14 14:40:29
Andujar and Ramos to vie for Casablanca Crown
Published on 2012-04-14 14:27:49
ATP World Tour 250 Casablanca, Morocco (GMT) 9 – 15 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – SATURDAY, 14 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Semi-finals [3] P Andujar (ESP) d F Cipolla (ITA) 63 75 [7] A Ramos (ESP) d I Andreev (RUS) 63 76(7) Doubles – Final D Brown (GER) / P Hanley (AUS) d [4] [...] > read more
Wozniacki and Kerber To Play for Copenhagen Title
Published on 2012-04-14 12:13:29
E-BOKS OPEN Copenhagen, Denmark April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Indoors Results – Saturday, April 14, 2012 Singles – Semifinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Petra Martic (CRO) 63 62 (2) Angelique Kerber (GER) d. (3) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 62 61 Doubles – Semifinals (3) Date-Krumm/Fujiwara (JPN/JPN) d. (2) Rodionova/Rodionova (AUS/RUS) 63 60 Arvidsson/Kanepi (SWE/EST) d. Cornet/Parmentier [...] > read more
Errani and Cibulkova Advance to Barcelona Final
Published on 2012-04-14 10:07:12
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Saturday, April 14, 2012 Singles – Semifinals (3) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. Sorana Cirstea (ROU) 61 61 (7) Sara Errani (ITA) d. Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) 61 62 Order Of Play – Sunday, April 15, 2012 Central (from 13.00hrs) 1. Singles Final: [...] > read more
Russell Reaches First ATP Semis, Joins Isner and Lopez in Houston
Published on 2012-04-13 23:00:02
ITA Names 2012 ITA Men’s Collegiate Tennis Hall of Fame Inductees
Published on 2012-04-13 16:37:04
SKILLMAN, N.J. – The Intercollegiate Tennis Association announced today that the 2012 inductees for the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Men’s Collegiate Tennis Hall of Fame have been selected. The 2012 class consists of six inductees: Coaches – Chuck Kriese, Paul Scarpa, and Ron Smarr; Players – Patrick Du Pré and David Wheaton; and Contributor – Jon [...] > read more
Top Three Seeds Gain Copenhagen Semis
Published on 2012-04-13 13:32:37
Errani Upsets Goerges in Barcelona
Published on 2012-04-13 13:28:33
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, April 13, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals (7) Sara Errani (ITA) d. (2) Julia Goerges (GER) 62 63 (3) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. (Q) Yuliya Beygelzimer (UKR) 36 60 60 Sorana Cirstea (ROU) d. Olga Govortsova (BLR) 26 61 63 Carla Suárez [...] > read more
Andujar and Ramos Move on in Casablanca
Published on 2012-04-13 13:00:24
ATP World Tour 250 Casablanca, Morocco (GMT) 9 – 15 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – FRIDAY, 13 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Quarter-finals [3] P Andujar (ESP) d [Q] S Gutierrez-Ferrol (ESP) 64 16 63 [7] A Ramos (ESP) d J Chardy (FRA) 63 64 I Andreev (RUS) d G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) 64 62 F [...] > read more
Jennifer Capriati elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Published on 2012-04-13 10:16:34
Qualifier Russell Stuns Top Seed Fish in Houston
Published on 2012-04-12 21:00:47
An under-the-weather Mardy Fish was taken out by fellow American Michael Russell 6-3, 6-1 in the second round of the US Men’s Clay Court Championships on Thursday. The Houston resident Russell took advantage of five out of eight break point chances against the top seed Fish. Second seed John Isner rallied from a set down [...] > read more
Pennetta Upset, Goerges and Cibulkova Escape at Barcelona
Published on 2012-04-12 16:58:58
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, April 12, 2012 Singles – Second Round (2) Julia Goerges (GER) d. (WC) Garbiñe Muguruza Blanco (ESP) 75 57 62 (3) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. Klara Zakopalova (CZE) 57 64 64 (Q) Yuliya Beygelzimer (UKR) d. (5/WC) Flavia Pennetta (ITA) 62 [...] > read more
Top Three Seeds Advance in Copenhagen
Published on 2012-04-12 16:10:22
Chardy Ousts Top Seed Mayer in Casablanca
Published on 2012-04-12 13:45:58
ATP World Tour 250 Casablanca, Morocco (GMT) 9 – 15 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – THURSDAY, 12 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Second Round J Chardy (FRA) d [1] F Mayer (GER) 63 61 [7] A Ramos (ESP) d V Hanescu (ROU) 62 64 Doubles – Quarter-finals R Haase (NED) / J Rojer (NED) d [...] > read more
Former 14s Boys’ Finalist Battle It Out in 18s At 45th Annual USTA Easter Bowl Junior Spring Nationals
Published on 2012-04-12 01:18:24
By Steve Pratt Special to the USTA RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 11, 2012) – Playing your “very, very, very” good friend is never easy, especially when you’re playing him on one of the biggest stages in junior tennis. That’s what happened once again to Mackenzie McDonald of Piedmont, Calif., who had not seen his [...] > read more
The “Casting” has begun for the model ball boys and girls at the Mutua Madrid Open
Published on 2012-04-12 00:10:18
Lopez Wins in Houston Debut, Top Seeds Isner, Fish to play on Thursday
Published on 2012-04-11 21:09:53
Feliciano Lopez won his debut match in Houston on Wednesday by stopping Paolo Lorenzi 6-4, 7-6(4). The Spaniard, ranked No. 15 in the world, fired 13 aces during the match and rallied from 1-4 in the first set at the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championships at the River Oaks Country Club. > read more
USTA Media Conference Call with US Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez
Published on 2012-04-11 17:11:37
UNITED STATES TENNIS ASSOCIATION MEDIA CONFERENCE April 11, 2012 Mary Joe Fernandez JASMINE SHEPPARD: Thank you, everyone, for joining us today for this media conference call. We have with us U.S. Fed Cup captain Mary Joe Fernandez who will announce the U.S. team that will compete in the World Group playoffs in the Ukraine April [...] > read more
WTA Copenhagen – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-11 16:25:47
E-BOKS OPEN Copenhagen, Denmark April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Indoors Results – Wednesday, April 11, 2012 Singles – Second Round (5) Kaia Kanepi (EST) d. Timea Babos (HUN) 75 46 76(2) (6) Mona Barthel (GER) d. Alberta Brianti (ITA) 63 62 Petra Martic (CRO) d. (Q) Johanna Konta (AUS) 62 63 Alizé Cornet (FRA) d. Patricia [...] > read more
ATP Casablanca – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-11 13:53:03
ATP World Tour 250 Casablanca, Morocco (GMT) 9 – 15 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 11 APRIL, 2012 Singles – Second Round F Cipolla (ITA) d [2] [WC] A Dolgopolov (UKR) 64 61 I Andreev (RUS) d [4] D Istomin (UZB) 67(3) 63 62 G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) d P Mathieu (FRA) 64 62 [...] > read more
WTA Barcelona – Wednesday Results,Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-11 13:00:01
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, April 11, 2012 Singles – Second Round Simona Halep (ROU) d. (4) Roberta Vinci (ITA) 61 63 Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) d. (6) Petra Cetkovska (CZE) 62 64 (7) Sara Errani (ITA) d. (LL) Estrella Cabeza Candela (ESP) 60 62 Singles [...] > read more
Serena Williams, Christina McHale, Liezel Huber and Sloane Stephens Named to US Fed CupTeam
Published on 2012-04-11 11:04:52
From the USTA: WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 11, 2012 — The USTA and U.S. Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez announced today that 13-time Grand Slam Champion Serena Williams will be joined by Christina McHale, Sloane Stephens, and world No. 1 doubles player Liezel Huber in representing the U.S. against Ukraine in the 2012 Fed [...] > read more
Team Nominations Announced for Fed Cup
Published on 2012-04-11 11:00:57
The ITF has announced the official team nominations for the Fed Cup World Group semifinals, and World Group and World Group II play-offs taking place on April 21-22. > read more
Draw for 2012 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group playoffs
Published on 2012-04-11 05:53:23
The Draw for the 2012 Davis Cup World Group playoffs was held on Wednesday at the ITF’s headquarters in London. The World Group play-offs will take place on September 14-16 alongside the World Group semifinals. > read more
Sweeting Gets First Result in Title Defense of Houston
Published on 2012-04-11 01:43:20
By Joe McGovern HOUSTON, Texas – No one can take away from Ryan Sweeting that he is the defending champion at the US Men’s Clay Court Championships. Yet after beginning his title defense—his first ever, as Houston remains his lone ATP title—with a 6-2, 7-6(6) win over Ricardo Mello, the Bahamian-born American spoke candidly about [...] > read more
ATP Houston – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-10 21:50:34
RESULTS – MONDAY, APRIL 10, 2012 SINGLES FIRST ROUND Igor Kunitsyn (RUS) d Xavier Malisse (BEL) 6-4, 6-2 [Q] Horacio Zeballos (ARG) d Adrian Ungur (ROU) 63 63 Ryan Sweeting (USA) d [Q] Richardo Mello (BRA) 63 76(3) [Q] Michael Russell d Daniel Gimeno-Traver 26 75 61 Paolo Lorenzi (ITA) d Wayne Odesnik (USA) 67(3) [...] > read more
Isner and Roddick Commit to Winston-Salem Open
Published on 2012-04-10 17:00:46
Triad native John Isner, winner of the inaugural Winston-Salem Open, and Andy Roddick, a former world No. 1 player, have signed to compete in the second Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University. The tournament will be held August 18-25, 2012, at the Wake Forest Tennis Complex adjacent to BB&T Field. > read more
WTA Copenhagen – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-10 16:37:19
E-BOKS OPEN Copenhagen, Denmark April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Indoors Results – Tuesday, April 10, 2012 Singles – First Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Urszula Radwanska (POL) 76(4) 62 (2) Angelique Kerber (GER) d. Stéphanie Foretz Gacon (FRA) 46 62 75 (4) Monica Niculescu (ROU) d. Valeria Savinykh (RUS) 62 62 (5) Kaia Kanepi (EST) [...] > read more
ATP Casablanca – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-10 14:00:43
ATP World Tour 250 Casablanca, Morocco (GMT) 9 – 15 April, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 10 APRIL, 2012 Singles – First Round [Q] L Ouahab (ALG) d [6] R Haase (NED) 63 62 [7] A Ramos (ESP) d P Riba (ESP) 62 63 J Chardy (FRA) d [Q] F Delbonis (ARG) 64 75 [...] > read more
WTA Barcelona – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-10 13:43:45
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, April 10, 2012 Singles – First Round Olga Govortsova (BLR) d. (1/WC) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 64 63 (2) Julia Goerges (GER) d. (Q) Aravane Rezai (FRA) 64 60 (3) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. Iryna Brémond (FRA) 60 63 (5/WC) Flavia Pennetta [...] > read more
2012 National Family Tennis Championships Take Family Game Night to the Courts
Published on 2012-04-10 10:47:57
NEW YORK, NY – APR. 10, 2012 – There’s a new tennis tournament that doubles as family time. The 2012 National Family Tennis Championships offers thousands of amateur players the opportunity to team up with their mother, father, sister, brother, husband or wife to earn the right to play for a national title. Qualifying teams [...] > read more
Wimbledon Names Richard Lewis as New Chief Executive
Published on 2012-04-10 06:23:59
Querrey Steps Fowards, Blake Falls Back
Published on 2012-04-10 00:05:27
By Joe McGovern HOUSTON – Sam Querrey and James Blake highlighted the inaugural night card in two first round matches at the US Men’s Clay Court Championships. The two men, each a onetime Houston finalists (Querrey in 2010, Blake in 2008), are entered in the doubles draw as a team, though only one advanced in [...] > read more
Austin Guts Out Revenge Win Against No. 5 Crawford at 45th Annual USTA Easter Bowl Junior Spring Nationals
Published on 2012-04-09 23:00:14
Houston Qualifying Round-up – Haas Out with Knee Injury
Published on 2012-04-09 16:00:42
By Joe McGovern HOUSTON, Texas – Four players had their passports stamped for the main draw as the qualifying competition came to a close today at the US Men’s Clay Court Championships. Go Soeda, the top seed in the qualifying draw and the second highest ranked player from Japan after Kei Nishikori, advanced without picking [...] > read more
ATP Casablanca – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-09 14:50:35
RESULTS – MONDAY, 9 APRIL, 2012 Singles – First Round B Paire (FRA) d [5] D Young (USA) 46 76(5) 62 G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) d [8] F Fognini (ITA) 64 36 75 I Andreev (RUS) d A Montanes (ESP) 63 63 SCHEDULE – TUESDAY, 10 APRIL, 2012 COURT CENTRAL start 11:00 am [Q] F Delbonis [...] > read more
WTA Copenhagen – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-09 14:26:55
E-BOKS OPEN Copenhagen, Denmark April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Indoors Results – Monday, April 9, 2012 Singles – First Round Alberta Brianti (ITA) d. Kristina Barrois (GER) 62 36 64 Timea Babos (HUN) d. Kimiko Date-Krumm (JPN) 16 76(4) 75 (saved 2mp) (WC) Yulia Putintseva (RUS) d. (WC) Karen Barbat (DEN) 64 75 Doubles – First [...] > read more
WTA Barcelona – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-09 14:00:09
Blake, Querrey Headline Monday Night Schedule in Houston
Published on 2012-04-08 22:26:13
Monday nights’ schedule in Houston includes a pair of former finalists in Americans James Blake (2008) and Sam Querrey (2010). In addition, a preliminary schedule for the week has been set. This schedule is subject to change. TUESDAY: Night session will feature defending champion Ryan Sweeting against a qualifier. WEDNESDAY: Afternoon session will feature American [...] > read more
ATP Casablanca – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-08 22:25:01
ATP World Tour 250 Casablanca, Morocco (GMT) 9 – 15 April, 2012 Surface: Clay SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 9 APRIL, 2012 COURT CENTRAL start 11:00 am Qualifying – M Fischer (AUT) vs L Ouahab (ALG) G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) vs [8] F Fognini (ITA) A Montanes (ESP) vs I Andreev (RUS) [5] D Young (USA) vs [...] > read more
WTA Copenhagen – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-08 22:17:21
E-BOKS OPEN Copenhagen, Denmark April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Indoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 9, 2012 Centre Court (from 10.00hrs) 1. Melinda Czink vs. Amra Sadikovic (Singles Q Final) 2. Kristina Barrois vs. Alberta Brianti (NB 11.30hrs) 3. Timea Babos vs. Kimiko Date-Krumm 4. Larsson/Woehr vs. Ejdesgaard/Wozniacki (NB 16.15hrs) 5. Yulia Putintseva vs. Karen [...] > read more
WTA Barcelona – Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-08 22:13:23
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 9-15, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 9, 2012 Central (from 12.00hrs) 1. Sara Errani vs. Irina-Camelia Begu 2. Petra Cetkovska vs. Shahar Peer (NB 14.00hrs) 3. Garbiñe Muguruza Blanco vs. Arantxa Parra Santonja (NB 16.00hrs) 4. Mathilde Johansson vs. Roberta Vinci Pista 2 (from [...] > read more
Davis Cup World Group Quarterfinal and Zone Results
Published on 2012-04-08 17:25:53
Here are the final results for the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group quarterfinal and Zone Group ties taking place on April 6-8. > read more
Krueger and Kiick Complete Winning Runs at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-04-08 16:49:55
Serena Willliams Demolishes Safarova for Charleston Crown
Published on 2012-04-08 15:32:05
In a week filled with totally dominating performances, Serena Williams capped off winning her 40th career WTA title by eliminating Lucie Safarova 6-0, 6-1 for the Family Circle Cup title in Charleston on Sunday afternoon. Williams lost a mere 15 games during her run to the crown. “I definitely want to continue this,” Williams said [...] > read more
Davis Cup in Monte Carlo, Day 3: Isner – The New Closer
Published on 2012-04-08 15:00:38
By Guillaume Willecoq “Before, it was Andy Roddick the biggest closer of the US team, maybe I can do as well.” For the first time, John Isner clinched a Davis Cup for the US team, after an amazing match against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. “I was pissed off to have to admire the way he was playing” [...] > read more
Safiullin and Ho Capture 16s Titles at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-04-07 17:22:38
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Saturday, April 7, 2012) – The sting of a first-round loss last year at the USTA International Spring Championships fresh on her mind all week, Jessica Ho of Tampa, Fla., put a halt to Los Angeles resident Emma Higuchi’s strong play in a 6-1, 6-1 victory in the Girls’ 16s [...] > read more
Serena Williams Demolishes Stosur to reach Charleston Final
Published on 2012-04-07 17:20:46
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 RESULTS – APRIL 07, 2012 Women’s Singles – Semifinals [5] S Williams (USA) d [2] S Stosur (AUS) 61 61 [9] L Safarova (CZE) d [14] P Hercog (SLO) 60 60 Women’s Doubles – Semifinals [WC] A Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) / [...] > read more
Davis Cup World Group Quarterfinal and Zone Group Results For April 7, 2012
Published on 2012-04-07 17:00:27
ATP Houston – Saturday Results, Sunday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-07 16:58:18
RESULTS – SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2012 QUALIFYING FIRST ROUND [8] Michael Yani (USA) def. Frank Moser (GER) 6-4, 6-1 Jan Hernych (CZE) def. Dennis Lajola (USA) 7-6(2), 6-4 Catalin-Ionut Gard (ROU) def. Scott Lipsky (USA) 6-0, 6-4 [WC] Nicholas Naumann (USA) def. Harry Fowler (USA) 7-6(9), 6-3 Denes Lukacs (HUN) def. Amrit Narasimhan (USA) 7-6(4), [...] > read more
45th Annual Easter Bowl Kicks Off on Sunday in Rancho Mirage
Published on 2012-04-07 16:55:02
By Steve Pratt RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 7, 2012) – Last year’s girls’ 18s champion and future UCLA Bruin Kyle McPhillips will return to defend her title as the 45th annual Easter Bowl USTA Spring Nationals kicks off on Sunday. > read more
Davis Cup in Monte Carlo: Bryan Brothers rule on Day 2
Published on 2012-04-07 13:06:06
By Guillaume Willecoq MONTE CARLO COUNTRY CLUB - Davis Cup – US versus France – Day 2 – It was much windier on Saturday than earlier in the week, and the two captains expected different playing conditions for the doubles rubber. Early in the morning, the three American Practice Partners were having fun training on [...] > read more
WTA Charleston – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-06 22:31:50
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 RESULTS – APRIL 06, 2012 Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals [2] S Stosur (AUS) d [WC] V Williams (USA) 63 46 63 [9] L Safarova (CZE) d [4] V Zvonareva (RUS) 63 63 [5] S Williams (USA) d [6] S Lisicki [...] > read more
Houston Main Draw Released
Published on 2012-04-06 22:12:02
HOUSTON – The main draw for the 2012 US Men’s Clay Court Championship was made Friday at River Oaks Country Club in advance of the tournament there next week, April 9-15. The top four seeds for the tournament — No. 1 Mardy Fish, No. 2 John Isner, No. 3 Feliciano Lopez and No. 4 Juan [...] > read more
Krueger Beats Doubles Partner Halebian To Reach Semis at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-04-06 20:44:28
Davis Cup World Group Quarterfinal and Zone Group Results
Published on 2012-04-06 17:15:22
Here are the latest results for the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group quarterfinal and zone group ties taking place April 6-8. Live scoring for all World Group ties will be available on the official Davis Cup website www.daviscup.com and www.copadavis.com throughout the weekend. Davis Cup by BNP Paribas is the largest annual international [...] > read more
Davis Cup in Monte Carlo: Isner and Tsonga are the Bosses on Day 1
Published on 2012-04-06 12:40:51
By Guillaume Willecoq MONTE CARLO COUNTRY CLUB – It’s finally Friday, almost after a week of training, Davis Cup begins in earnest with the official presentation of the teams at Noon as France plays host to the United States in a quarterfinal tie. The stands are not yet fully packed yet, and you can spot [...] > read more
McDonald, Kiick Reach Quarterfinals at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-04-05 23:00:04
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Thursday, April 5, 2012) – Mackenzie McDonald would just as soon forget the year 2011 ever existed. The No. 4 seeded 16-year-old from Piedmont, Calif., beat John Richmond of Pawleys Island, S.C., 6-2, 6-2, in the boys’ 18s on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the eighth annual USTA International [...] > read more
Williams Sisters Advance in Charleston
Published on 2012-04-05 21:37:50
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 RESULTS – APRIL 05, 2012 Women’s Singles – Third Round [14] P Hercog (SLO) d [3] M Bartoli (FRA) 64 16 64 [4] V Zvonareva (RUS) d [Q] S Voegele (SUI) 57 63 64 [5] S Williams (USA) d [17] [...] > read more
Sunshine, Petits Fours, Pools and Easter Eggs: US – France Davis Cup Draw Ceremony in Monte Carlo
Published on 2012-04-05 11:07:44
By Guillaume Willecoq Sunshine, petits fours, Easter Eggs and players around the swimming-pool of the Monte Carlo Beach Hotel – welcome to the official draw of the France – USA Davis Cup quarterfinal. The referee Andreas Egli, who is also in charge at the Australian Open, picked up the name of the players of the [...] > read more
Davis Cup Draws for April 6-8 Ties Announced
Published on 2012-04-05 10:35:29
The ITF has announced the draws for the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group quarterfinal and zone group ties taking place on April 6-8. Live scoring for all World Group ties will be available on the official Davis Cup website www.daviscup.com and www.copadavis.com throughout the weekend. Davis Cup by BNP Paribas is the largest [...] > read more
Longines Future Tennis Aces – On the Road to the French Open
Published on 2012-04-05 10:25:48
Longines, the official timekeeper and partner of the French Open, has announced that 16 junior female tennis players from the United States ages 12-and-under will compete in a one-day Longines Future Tennis Aces – On the Road to the French Open qualifying tournament with the winner earning a once in a lifetime trip to Paris [...] > read more
Tennis Channel to air US-France Davis Cup Tie
Published on 2012-04-05 08:15:03
Venus Williams Takes out Jankovic in Charleston
Published on 2012-04-04 22:49:45
In a battle of two former No. 1′s Venus Williams defeated Jelena Jankovic 7-5, 6-0 in the second round of the Family Circle Cup in Charleston on Wednesday. “Actually, winning a match in straight sets is not something I’m used to yet,” Williams said after the match. Williams rallied from 1-3 in the first set [...] > read more
Connor Hance Who Played Agassi and Graf’s Son in Commercial Stuns Top Seed in at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-04-04 22:40:26
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Wednesday, April 4, 2012) – Ever wonder what happened to the cute little boy who played Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf’s son in that 2004 Genworth Financial commercial co-starring Taylor Dent? Well Connor Hance, who turned 13 in November and lives just eight miles away, has put the acting and [...] > read more
Davis Cup: Looking Back at US vs France in 2008 in Winston-Salem
Published on 2012-04-04 07:47:55
Tennis Panorama News will be covering the Davis Cup quarterfinal tie this weekend between the United States and France being held at the Monte Carlo Country Club. We’re taking a look back at past ties between the two countries. By Guillaume Willecoq 2008 Davis Cup quarterfinals in Winston-Salem (April, 11-13) : USA d. France 4/1. [...] > read more
Day 2 at the USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-04-04 00:12:04
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Tuesday, April 3, 2012) – Three wins in three days over Gabby Andrews, Grace Min and Madison Keys would do wonders for anyone’s confidence, especially an unseeded 16-year-old playing in her first big ITF tournament. That’s exactly what defending girls’ 18s champion Samantha Crawford of Atlanta, Ga., accomplished last year [...] > read more
WTA Charleston – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-03 22:17:39
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 RESULTS – APRIL 03, 2012 Women’s Singles – Second Round [2] S Stosur (AUS) d [WC] J Hampton (USA) 60 75 [4] V Zvonareva (RUS) d K Bondarenko (UKR) 61 61 [5] S Williams (USA) d E Vesnina (RUS) 63 [...] > read more
Davis Cup in Monte Carlo: First News Conferences
Published on 2012-04-03 11:00:19
The Monte Carlo Country Club just meets with all your expectations. Cliffs hanging above the Mediterranean, bright blue sky around; it’s the perfect scenery to host the Davis Cup tie between France and USA. This morning between two training sessions, both teams came to the traditional first news conference of the tie. The US team [...] > read more
Hewitt to Play Newport
Published on 2012-04-03 10:50:39
Former world No. 1 and two-time Grand Slam tournament champion Lleyton Hewitt has committed to play in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, to be hosted July 9 – 15, 2012 on the historic grass courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. Hewitt was ranked world No. 1 for [...] > read more
Davis Cup: Looking Back at US vs France in 2002 at Roland Garros
Published on 2012-04-03 08:00:22
Tennis Panorama News will be covering the Davis Cup quarterfinal tie this weekend between the United States and France being held at the Monte Carlo Country Club. We’re taking a look back at past ties between the two countries. > read more
Taylor Townsend Opens With Win at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-04-03 00:34:44
WTA Charleston, Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-02 20:13:48
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP Charleston, SC, USA April 2-8, 2012 $740,000/Premier Green Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, April 2, 2012 Singles – First Round (10) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. (Q) Melanie Oudin (USA) 64 46 60 Aleksandra Wozniak (CAN) d. (11) Christina McHale (USA) 75 57 64 (14) Polona Hercog (SLO) d. Kimiko Date-Krumm (JPN) 64 [...] > read more
Tennis Channel to air Encore showings of 100 Greatest of all Time
Published on 2012-04-02 10:01:42
Tennis Channel will air two encore showings of its debate-generating countdown series 100 Greatest of all Time Presented by Ally Bank Saturday, April 7. The five-episode special, which ranked the 100 best tennis players of all time, male or female, will run in its entirety from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. ET and again from 7 p.m.-midnight. [...] > read more
US Men’s Clay Court Championship and the USTA Team up for Adopt-A-Unit Program
Published on 2012-04-02 09:23:06
The US Men’s Clay Court Championship and the USTA are teaming up during next week’s tournament to support members of the United States military through an Adopt-A-Unit program for 402nd Army Field Support Brigade (AFSB). The Adopt-A-Unit effort coincides with the tournament’s first-ever Armed Forces Appreciation Night on Wednesday, April 11. That evening will include [...] > read more
US’ Fish and France’s Monfils to Miss Davis Cup tie
Published on 2012-04-02 09:00:34
Titianic: The Tennis Story has Hit the Bookshelves
Published on 2012-04-02 09:00:16
NEW YORK, N.Y., April 2, 2012 – Is the incredible story of two tennis players, Dick Williams and Karl Behr, and how they survived the sinking of the Titanic disaster 100 years ago only to play each other in the quarterfinals of the modern-day U.S. Open tennis championships – with the winner going on to [...] > read more
WTA Charleston – Sunday Results, Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-04-01 18:36:45
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 RESULTS – APRIL 01, 2012 Women’s Qualifying Singles – Second Round Qualifying – I Benesova (CZE) d K Pliskova (CZE) 61 46 63 Qualifying – A Amanmuradova (UZB) d V Uhlirova (CZE) 63 36 64 Qualifying – P Ormaechea (ARG) [...] > read more
Djokovic Wins Third Miami Title
Published on 2012-04-01 16:10:00
Top-ranked Novak Djokovic pocketed a third Sony Ericsson Open title on Sunday by taking out Andy Murray 6-1, 7-6 (5). Djokovic who won the title last year and in 2007 did not lose set during the tournament. “Each one is different,” Djokovic said. “Obviously the 2007 title was the first big title I won. Since [...] > read more
Radwanska Withdraws from Charleston Tournament
Published on 2012-04-01 14:00:43
Agnieszka Radwanska was forced to withdraw from the Family Circle Cup due to a back injury. Marking the tournament’s 40th year, the Family Circle Cup is being held through April 8, 2012 at the Family Circle Tennis Center in the Best Tennis Town in America, Charleston, S.C. > read more
WTA Charleston – Saturday Results, Sunday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-31 20:32:42
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 31, 2012 Women’s Qualifying Singles – First Round Qualifying – I Benesova (CZE) d A Klepac (SLO) 64 36 61 Qualifying – M Domachowska (POL) d A Cadantu (ROU) 75 26 60 Qualifying – M Brengle (USA) [...] > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Post-Match Player Interviews with Radwanska, Sharapova, Stepanek and Paes
Published on 2012-03-31 17:36:51
Courtesy of the Sony Ericsson Open and ASAPSports, here are Saturday’s post-match interview transcripts. > read more
WTA Charleston Main Draw Singles
Published on 2012-03-31 17:10:18
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 Womens Singles First Round [1] A Radwanska (POL) d Bye V Dushevina (RUS) vs. Qualifier A Yakimova (BLR) vs. V Lepchenko (USA) K Date-Krumm (JPN) vs. [14] P Hercog (SLO) [9] L Safarova (CZE) vs. A Morita (JPN) Qualifier vs. [...] > read more
Radwanska Captures Sony Ericsson Open Title
Published on 2012-03-31 14:45:59
Agnieszska Radwanska won her ninth career title and is now ranked at a career best No. 4 in the world by capturing the Sony Ericsson Open topping Russian Maria Sharapova 7-5, 6-4. “I really played well today, from the beginning till the end,” Radwanska said. “I was really focusing on my serve, and I’m very [...] > read more
Taylor Townsend Leads Field at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2012-03-31 14:21:23
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., – Eight of the ITF world-ranked Top 50 junior girl tennis players, including two from Southern California, will contest the eighth annual USTA International Spring Championships taking place beginning Monday at the Home Depot Center. > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-30 22:01:22
Charleston Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-30 18:29:52
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 740,000.00 MARCH 31 – APRIL 08, 2012 ORDER OF PLAY – SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 2012 STADIUM start 9:30 am Qualifying – A Cadantu (ROU) vs M Domachowska (POL) Qualifying – E Birnerova (CZE) vs M Brengle (USA) Qualifying – A Spears (USA) vs J Craybas (USA) Qualifying [...] > read more
Nadal News Conference After his Miami Withdrawal
Published on 2012-03-30 18:00:11
Rafael Nadal withdrew from the Sony Ericsson Open with a left knee injury on Friday. Courtesy of the Sony Ericsson Open and ASAPsports Here is the official transcript from his news conference: March 30, 2012 An interview with: RAFAEL NADAL THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. Perhaps you could just take us through the situation you’re [...] > read more
Nadal withdraws from Sony Ericsson Open with Left Knee Injury
Published on 2012-03-30 13:34:26
New Nike Ad with Rafael Nadal and Cristiano Ronaldo
Published on 2012-03-30 11:00:01
Video Interview with Nick Bollettieri at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-30 07:56:10
ITF to Run Hopman Cup Event Until 2014
Published on 2012-03-30 06:00:41
Sony Ericsson Open – Thursday Results, Friday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-29 23:41:31
Women’s Singles – Semifinals [2] M Sharapova (RUS) d [4] C Wozniacki (DEN) 46 62 64 [5] A Radwanska (POL) d [7] M Bartoli (FRA) 64 62 Men’s Singles – Quarterfinals [21] J Monaco (ARG) d [8] M Fish (USA) 61 63 [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d [5] D Ferrer (ESP) 62 76(1) Men’s Doubles [...] > read more
Radwanska in Miami Final
Published on 2012-03-29 23:30:51
Agnieszka Radwanska has made it to her first Sony Ericsson Open final on Thursday night, getting past an injured Marion Bartoli 6-4, 6-2. “I’m just very happy that [I've played] my best tennis since the beginning of the year and [have won] a lot of great matches against top players,” said Radwanska. “I’m still going [...] > read more
Djokovic Moves into Semis of Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-29 21:00:01
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has moved into the semifinals of the Sony Ericsson Open with a 6-2, 7-6(1) victory over David Ferrer on Thursday night. > read more
Birthday Boy Monaco Earns Miami Semis Berth over Fish
Published on 2012-03-29 18:45:27
Juan Monaco celebrated his 28th birthday on Thursday with a quarterfinal victory at the Sony Ericsson Open over world No. 8 Mardy Fish 6-1, 6-3 in just 82 minutes. The Argentine has now reached his second Masters Series semifinal. His first was the Shanghai Masters in 2010. “It was unbelievable,” Monaco said. “I think the [...] > read more
Sharapova Survives Wozniacki to Reach Fourth Miami Final
Published on 2012-03-29 16:45:43
The overrule of the chair umpire on the final point of the match saw Maria Sharapova rally to put down Caroline Wozniacki 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 to gain the final of Sony Ericsson Open. In the final game of the match at 40-30, Sharapova hit a second serve that the linesman called out which would have [...] > read more
Anderson Joins Houston Field
Published on 2012-03-29 12:54:31
HOUSTON – The eight projected seeds for the 2012 US Men’s Clay Court Championship are all currently ranked in the Top 40 on the ATP World Tour after a wild card was awarded to No. 28 Kevin Anderson. Anderson, who won the title earlier this month in Delray Beach, received the final wild card, all [...] > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-29 01:00:35
Results -Wednesday, March 28, 2012 Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals (7) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) 63 63 (5) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (WC) Venus Williams (USA) 64 61 Doubles – Quarterfinals (5) Kirilenko/Petrova (RUS/RUS) d. (WC) Pavlyuchenkova/Safarova (RUS/CZE) 61 76(5) King/Niculescu (USA/ROU) d. Medina Garrigues/Pennetta (ESP/ITA) 75 62 Men’s Singles – Quarterfinals [2] [...] > read more
Nadal Escapes Tsonga to Reach Semis in Miami
Published on 2012-03-29 00:30:04
Bartoli Halts Azarenka Win Streak at 26
Published on 2012-03-28 20:00:19
Murray Holds Off Tipsarevic to Gain Miami Semis
Published on 2012-03-28 17:32:43
Radwanska Stops Venus Williams’ Run in Miami
Published on 2012-03-28 17:00:19
Winston-Salem Open to be held August 18-25
Published on 2012-03-28 14:56:48
The second Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University will be held August 18-25, 2012, at the Harold and Mildred Southern Stadium Court in Winston-Salem, N.C. The on sale date for tickets to the 2012 Winston-Salem Open will be announced within weeks. > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-28 04:31:04
SONY ERICSSON OPEN Miami, FL, USA Results – Tuesday, March 27, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (8) Li Na (CHN) 63 60 (4) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (10) Serena Williams (USA) 64 64 Doubles – Quarterfinals (6) Errani/Vinci (ITA/ITA) d. Makarova/Zheng (RUS/CHN) 63 63 Doubles – Second Round (5) Kirilenko/Petrova (RUS/RUS) [...] > read more
Wozniacki Stops Serena Williams to Gain Sony Ericsson Open Semis
Published on 2012-03-27 21:30:18
By Lucia Hoffman KEY BISCAYNE, Florida – Caroline Wozniacki earned her first career victory over Serena Williams 6-4, 6-4 at the Sony Ericsson Open on Tuesday night. No lead is big enough when you are playing Serena Williams. That’s what Caroline Wozniacki might have thought after being up 5-2 in the second set, serving for [...] > read more
Notes and Quotes from Tuesday at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-27 21:00:19
Andy Roddick fell to Juan Monaco 7-5, 6-0, the day after upsetting Roger Federer. Q. Yeah, after the big excitement last night. You said it yourself, you couldn’t get that excited because you had this match to play today. ANDY RODDICK: Yeah, I mean, there’s no real way around it. When you have to make [...] > read more
“On The Call” with US Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier
Published on 2012-03-27 14:00:36
The United States Tennis Association held a media conference call with US Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier to announce the members of US Davis Cup squad who be participating in the tie against France the weekend of April 4-6. March 27, 2012 > read more
Fish, Isner and Bryan Brothers Named to US Davis Cup to Face France in April
Published on 2012-03-27 13:21:20
The USTA and U.S. Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier announced today that world No. 8 Mardy Fish, No. 10 John Isner, and the top-ranked doubles team of Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan will represent the United States in the 2012 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Quarterfinal tie against France, April 6-8. The tie will be [...] > read more
ITF Announces Davis Cup Team Nominations for April 6-8
Published on 2012-03-27 11:37:19
The ITF has announced the official team nominations for the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group quarterfinal and zone group ties taking place April 6-8 websites: www.daviscup.com and www.copadavis.com. > read more
Andy Roddick and Roger Federer Post-Match Interviews at Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-27 07:00:27
On Monday night Andy Roddick stunned Roger Federer in three sets to advance to the round of 16 at the Sony Ericsson Open. Here are the post-match media interviews courtesy of the Sony Ericsson Open and ASAPSports. A. RODDICK/R. Federer 7 6, 1 6, 6 4 An interview with: ANDY RODDICK THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. [...] > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-27 01:30:06
Results – Monday, March 26, 2012 Women’s Singles – Fourth Round (1) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (16) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) 16 76(7) 75 (2) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Ekaterina Makarova (RUS) 64 76(3) (4) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (23) Yanina Wickmayer (BEL) 76(6) 60 (5) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (WC) Garbiñe Muguruza Blanco (ESP) 63 [...] > read more
Roddick Upsets Federer in Miami
Published on 2012-03-26 23:30:47
Andy Roddick from the ATP World Tour KEY BISCAYNE, Florida -Andy Roddick repeated what he did four years ago at the Sony Ericsson Open– he upset Roger Federer under the lights on Monday 7-6 (4), 1-6, 6-4 to make the round of 16. “There’s no there is no script in sports, you know,” Roddick said. [...] > read more
An Interview with Victoria Azarenka – From the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-26 23:07:17
Victoria Azarenka escaped with a win over Dominka Cibulkova 1-6, 7-6 (7), 7-5 on Monday at the Sony Ericsson Open. Azarenka lost 10 of the first 11 games before she rallied for the win. She is now 26-0 for 2012. Here is her post-match interview courtesy of the Sony Ericsson Open and ASAP Sports. An [...] > read more
Cibulkova News Conference at Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-26 23:06:01
USTA Awards $900,000 in Grants to Grow Youth Tennis
Published on 2012-03-13 12:39:36
The USTA has announced that 18 communities across the country will receive a $50,000 grant as part of its efforts to get more kids playing tennis. The contribution will be distributed over a three-year period to build new and adapt current tennis courts to accommodate 10 and Under Tennis, as well as support new programs. [...] > read more
Pliskova Twins Top World TeamTennis Roster Player Draft
Published on 2012-03-13 12:37:01
Identical twin sisters Karolina and Kristyna Pliskova of the Czech Republic topped the 2012 WTT Roster Player Draft on Tuesday when the 19-year-olds were selected with the top overall pick by the Philadelphia Freedoms. Players from 11 countries were chosen in Tuesday’s Roster Draft as teams completed their lineups for the League’s 37th season, which [...] > read more
Head Launches New Radical Creativity Digital Campaign with Andy Murray
Published on 2012-03-13 10:00:45
London – March 13th, 2012 Andy Murray is playing the leading role in the new global, digital communication campaign released by HEAD Tennis, supporting the introduction of the new YouTek™ IG Tour Racquet Series. The HEAD Radical racquet series has been designed for multi-talented players with a versatile and unpredictable style of play. [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-13 03:52:08
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 12, 2012 Men’s Singles – Third Round [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d [29] K Anderson (RSA) 62 63 [7] T Berdych (CZE) d [30] A Roddick (USA) 63 46 62 [Q] M [...] > read more
Djokovic, Sharapova Through, Stosur, Fish Upset at Indian Wells
Published on 2012-03-13 03:50:36
Serbia’s Novak Djokovic tamed the big serve of South African Kevin Anderson 6-2, 6-3 to move into the round of 16 at the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden on Monday. World No. 1 Djokovic is now 12-1 for the year. Djokovic said that the match was closer than the score [...] > read more
Notes and Quotes from the BNP Paribas Open
Published on 2012-03-13 01:34:20
BNP Paribas Open Notes and Quotes for Monday, March 12,2012 Birthday wish for Djokovic Q. You have a big birthday coming up this spring. Have you given any thought to what you’d like for your 25th? NOVAK DJOKOVIC: French Open title (smiling.) Just coming around there, at that time. Sweet revenge for Petrova [...] > read more
ESPN Schedules for the BNP Paribas Open and Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-12 15:15:24
ABC, ESPN 2, and ESPN3 will be airing coverage from BNP Paribas Open and the Sony Ericsson Open. ESPN3 will present 125 hours combined from the BNP Paribas Open and the Sony Ericsson Open, streaming live the world feed from the main court at each tournament (started March 10 at Indian Wells, starts March 24 [...] > read more
Around The Grounds at the BNP Paribas Open – Weekend Round Up – Part 1
Published on 2012-03-12 13:00:21
By Jennifer Knapp After a very busy Friday, I knew that today (Saturday) would be all of that and more as more of the seeded players took to the courts to play their first matches. First up was Ana Ivanovic who made quick work of Joanna Larsson 6-1, 6-2. I made it a point to [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Sunday Results, Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-12 01:10:42
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 11, 2012 Men’s Singles – Second Round [2] R Nadal (ESP) d L Mayer (ARG) 61 63 [3] R Federer (SUI) d [WC] D Kudla (USA) 64 61 [5] D Ferrer (ESP) d [...] > read more
McHale Upsets Kvitova as Nadal, Federer Run Through Opponents at Indian Wells
Published on 2012-03-12 01:06:40
American teen Christina McHale ousted reigning Wimbledon champion and No. 3 seed, Czech Petra Kvitova 2-6, 6-2, 6-3 on Sunday to move into the round of 16 of the BNP Paribas Open. “She started off really well, serving really well,” noted McHale. “I couldn’t get a read on her serve in the first set, and [...] > read more
Notes and Quotes from the BNP Paribas Open
Published on 2012-03-12 01:00:55
Caroline Wozniacki interrupting Mardy Fish’s news conference on Saturday at the BNP Paribas Open: CAROLINE WOZNIACKI: Excuse me, I have a question. We all know that you’re so good. You finished off the match very quickly, but can you please finish off your press conference? I’m actually after you, and I’d like to go back [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Saturday Results, Sunday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-11 01:22:23
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 10, 2012 Men’s Singles – Second Round [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d [Q] A Golubev (KAZ) 63 62 G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) d [4] A Murray (GBR) 64 62 [7] T Berdych (CZE) [...] > read more
Sharapova Drubs Dulko
Published on 2012-03-10 23:45:22
INDIAN WELLS, California – Maria Sharapova efficiently dismissed Gisela Dulko from the BNP Paribas Open 6-2, 6-0. While it looked like she was in a hurry to get off the court, it was a little bit of the opposite. “I haven’t played a tournament in a few weeks,” she said. “I was pretty eager to [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Friday Results, Saturday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-10 01:14:35
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 09, 2012 Men’s Singles – First Round G Dimitrov (BUL) d I Dodig (CRO) 61 64 D Istomin (UZB) d Y Lu (TPE) 76(6) 63 R Sweeting (USA) d C Stebe (GER) [...] > read more
Muller Surprises Tomic
Published on 2012-03-09 23:00:08
By Curt Janka INDIAN WELLS, California (March 9, 2012) – Luxembourg’s Gilles Muller did something unexpected when he came from behind to beat Australia’s Bernard Tomic 4-6, 7-6(4), 6-0 in the first round of the BNP Paribas Open. The surprise wasn’t so much that Muller came back, but more that he stuck around long enough [...] > read more
Hampton Upsets Jankovic at the BNP Paribas Open
Published on 2012-03-09 17:05:47
By Curt Janka INDIAN WELLS, California (March 9, 2012) – American wildcard Jamie Hampton treated Center Court to a surprise upset over Jelena Jankovic, winning 6-4, 6-3 in the second round of the BNP Paribas Open. The 99th ranked Hampton said this was the biggest win of her career and the best she has played [...] > read more
On the Green Carpet – Photos from the BNP Paribas Open Players’ Party
Published on 2012-03-09 07:02:40
INDIAN WELLS, California (March 8, 2012) – The BNP Paribas Open held their players’ party at the IW club on Thursday night. Driving up to the “Green Carpet” in classic cars included the likes of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Victoria Azarenka, Petra Kvitova, Andy Murray, Ana Ivanovic, Jo-Wilfred Tsonga, John Isner, Agnieszka Radwanska, Jelena [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open First Impression: Jessica Pegula
Published on 2012-03-08 23:51:06
By Curt Janka INDIAN WELLS, California (March 8, 2012) – One of the benefits of getting to the BNP Paribas Open for the early rounds is that you have opportunities to see new players. Today I had the chance to watch Jessica Pegula play. Ranked No. 305 and just 18- years-old, the American qualifier was [...] > read more
Tennis Channel Broadcast Schedules for BNP Paribas Open and Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-08 20:00:10
Tennis Channel will offer more than 120 live hours from two of the largest events in tennis, the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif., and the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami. With more matches than all other networks combined, the channel plans daylong telecast windows and early round-through-semifinal coverage at each 12-day tournament. In [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Friday Schedule
Published on 2012-03-08 18:36:28
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 ORDER OF PLAY – FRIDAY, MARCH 09, 2012 STADIUM 1 start 11:00 am [12] J Jankovic (SRB) vs [WC] J Hampton (USA) – WTA N Djokovic (SRB) / V Troicki [...] > read more
Kuerten Elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Published on 2012-03-08 08:31:47
Three-time French Open champion anf former No. 1 Brazilian Gustavo Kuerten has been elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame. As the 66th ranked player in 1997 he surprised everyone by winning the French Open. He was the second lowest ranked man to win a major championship. “Guga” reached No. 1 in the ATP [...] > read more
NY Sportimes Schedule Announced – Hingis to Play Home Matches
Published on 2012-03-08 07:43:42
NEW YORK, March 7, 2012 – The New York Sportimes announced their seven July home dates for the 2012 World TeamTennis season, including five at the Sportime Randall’s Island Tennis Center in New York City and two at SEFCU Arena at the University of Albany. For the second straight year, Hall of Famer Martina Hingis [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Wednesday Results, Thursday Schedule of Play
Published on 2012-03-08 01:16:24
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 07, 2012 Mens Qualifying Singles – Second Round Qualifying – R Bemelmans (BEL) d F Gil (POR) 64 36 64 Qualifying – A Delic (BIH) d T Kamke (GER) 63 26 64 Qualifying [...] > read more
World TeamTennis Announces 2012 Schedule
Published on 2012-03-07 09:33:33
The 2012 World TeamTennis Pro League schedule kicks off on Monday, July 9, with the defending champion Washington Kastles vying to continue their 16-match winning streak that started last summer, as they face off against the Orange County Breakers in Irvine, Calif. League officials today released the 59-match schedule for the three-week regular season of [...] > read more
Djokovic, Fish, Verdasco Take Part in K-Swiss Desert Smash to Help Raise Money for Children’s Charity
Published on 2012-03-07 07:00:13
LAQUINTA, CA – (March 6, 2012) - Heading into the BNP Paribas Open this week top players including Novak Djokovic, Mardy Fish, Mike Bryan, Fernando Verdasco and Sam Querrey were out and about for the eighth annual K•Swiss Desert Smash charity celebrity tennis event at the La Quinta Resort & Club. The March [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Qualifying Tournament Tuesday Results, Wednesday Schedule of Play and Men’s Draw
Published on 2012-03-06 22:22:29
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 06, 2012 Mens Qualifying Singles – First Round Qualifying – F Gil (POR) d A Kuznetsov (USA) 61 61 Qualifying – T Kamke (GER) d G Jones (AUS) 46 62 64 Qualifying – [...] > read more
CBS, ESPN2 and Tennis Channel to Broadcast 2012 Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2012-03-06 16:00:46
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) – The Sony Ericsson Open has announced its 2012 TV Schedule. ESPN2 will return also joining Tennis Channel and CBS in broadcasting 73.5 hours of domestic coverage. Broadcast coverage begins March 24 on Tennis Channel and moves over to ESPN2 beginning March 28; both the women’s and men’s final will broadcast [...] > read more
Sharapova and Roddick Win with Laughs and Quality Tennis at the BNP Paribas Showdown
Published on 2012-03-06 00:30:21
Caroline Wozniacki watches boyfriend and PGA Professional Rory McIlroy walk on the tennis court in her match against Maria Sharapova at the BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden in New York City on March 5, 2012. UPI/John Angelillo NEW YORK, NY (March 5, 2012) – On Monday night in Madison Square Garden [...] > read more
Notes and Quotes from the BNP Paribas Showdown
Published on 2012-03-06 00:05:30
NEW YORK, NY – Roger Federer, Andy Roddick, Maria Sharapova and Caroline Wozniacki participated in the BNP Parbas Showdown at Madison Square Garden. Here are a few quotes from both the morning news conference and post-match news conference. From the Morning news conference: TPN: What do you want fans to get out of this [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Qualifying Tournament Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule of Play
Published on 2012-03-05 23:36:05
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 5,536,664.00 (ATP) USD 5,536,664.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 RESULTS – MARCH 05, 2012 Women’s Qualifying Singles – First Round Qualifying – G Arn (HUN) d [WC] M Keys (USA) 76(4) 61 Qualifying – P Ormaechea (ARG) d K Bondarenko (UKR) 76(3) 64 Qualifying [...] > read more
Morning “Showtime” for BNP Paribas Showdown For Federer, Roddick, Sharapova and Wozniacki
Published on 2012-03-05 13:55:08
NEW YORK, NY – Jumeirah Essex House (March 5, 2012) – In a Monday morning news conference preceding Monday night’s BNP Paribas Showdown featuring Maria Sharapova taking on Caroline Wozniacki and Roger Federer playing Andy Roddick at Madison Square Garden, the participants enjoyed a little “hit and giggle” banter. Raw audio of news conference – [...] > read more
Tennis Night in America Spokesman McEnroe Says There is “Work to Be Done” To Get Kids into Tennis
Published on 2012-03-05 11:00:08
Seven-time major champion and native New Yorker John McEnroe will serve as the spokesman for Tennis Night in America. Tennis Night in America is an annual celebration of tennis since 2009 that includes youth registration events at facilities around the country and is highlighted by the fifth annual BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Qualifying Tournament Monday Schedule of Play
Published on 2012-03-04 20:54:51
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 4,694,969.00 (ATP) USD 4,546,804.00 (WTA) MARCH 05 – MARCH 18, 2012 ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, MARCH 05, 2012 STADIUM 2 start 10:00 am Qualifying – G Arn (HUN) vs [WC] M Keys (USA) – WTA Qualifying – [WC] J Cohen (USA) vs E Birnerova (CZE) – [...] > read more
Thacher and Klahn Win Back-to-Back Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championships
Published on 2012-03-04 20:30:54
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 4, 2012) – Stanford’s dominant lefty duo of Bradley Klahn and Ryan Thacher not only captured their second straight Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles title on Sunday afternoon, but they did so without losing a set – for the second straight year. Klahn and Thacher, both seniors, scored a 6-4, 6-4 [...] > read more
Anderson Wins Delray Beach International Tennis Championships
Published on 2012-03-04 19:19:26
South African Kevin Anderson captured his second title on the ATP World Tour, when he defeated 173rd ranked Marinko Matosevic 6-4, 7-6(2) for the Delray Beach crown. “It feels fantastic. It’s my first one in the United States,” Anderson said, “which is great. I feel apart from South Africa, this is my new home. My wife [...] > read more
Hsieh Wins First WTA Title; First Asian Winner of Kuala Lumpur Tourney
Published on 2012-03-04 10:44:03
Qualifier Hsieh Su-Wei of Taiwan took the Malaysian Open Championship when her opponent fifth seed from Croatia Petra Martic was forced to retire with heat illness with Hsieh leading 2-6, 7-5, 4-1 on Sunday. Earlier on Sunday, Martic knocked out second seed Jelena Jankovic of Serbia 6-7 (5), 7-5, 7-6 (5) in a semifinal [...] > read more
Ferrer and Errani Win Acapulco Titles
Published on 2012-03-04 05:00:29
David Ferrer of Spain holds the Acapulco International trophy after defeating his compatriot Juan Carlos Ferrero in the men’s final in Acapulco February 27, 2010. REUTERS/Karina Tejada (MEXICO – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Top seed David Ferrer bested Spanish compatriot Fernando Verdasco 6-1, 6-2 to earn his third consecutive Mexican Open title on Saturday [...] > read more
Anderson Upsets Top Seed Isner, Qualifier Matosevic Reaches Delray Beach Final
Published on 2012-03-03 22:57:00
South Africa’s Kevin Anderson returns the ball to Luxembourg’s Gilles Muller during the Paris Masters tennis tournament November 7, 2011. REUTERS/Jacky Naegelen (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) In a match between two of the taller players on the ATP World Tour, top seed 6′ 10″ John Isner fell to 6′ 8″ Kevin Anderson. [...] > read more
Klahn and Thacher Gain Semis at Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championships
Published on 2012-03-03 22:29:21
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 3, 2012) – Another chapter will be written in the long history of the Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championships as the tournament comes to a close on Sunday with the semifinals and championship scheduled to be played at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club. Sunday’s schedule will begin [...] > read more
Federer Claims Fifth Dubai Title
Published on 2012-03-03 12:44:44
World No. 3 Roger Federer won his fifth Dubai title in 10 years by defeating World No. 4 Andy Murray 7-5, 6-4 in Saturday’s final. Federer also took home the trophy 2003-2005 and 2007. The victory was his career 72nd singles title on the ATP World Tour. The first set was tightly contested until [...] > read more
Qualifer Hsieh Makes First Final Before Rain Halts Play in Kuala Lumpur
Published on 2012-03-03 11:00:18
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 27-March 4, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Saturday, March 3, 2012 Singles – Semifinals (Q) Hsieh Su-Wei (TPE) d. Eleni Daniilidou (GRE) 60 46 61 Singles – Quarterfinals (2/WC) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) d. (6) Ayumi Morita (JPN) w/o (right shoulder injury) Eleni Daniilidou (GRE) d. Olivia Rogowska (AUS) 62 36 62 [...] > read more
Ferrer and Verdasco Reach Acapulco Final
Published on 2012-03-03 00:43:30
Two-time defending Acapulco champion David Ferrer will go up against No. 8 seed and fellow Spaniard Fernando Verdasco in Saturday‘s final. Ferrer topped Colombia’s Santiago Giraldo 7-5, 6-4. Verdasco stopped Stanislas Wawrinka 6-3, 6-3. Verdasco has not won a tournament since Barcelona two years ago. ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 27-March 3, 2012 [...] > read more
Roddick Falls After Having Match Points; Isner Breezes Past Tomic in Delray Beach
Published on 2012-03-02 22:45:20
Andy Roddick held three match points but could not close out 6-foot-8 South African Kevin Anderson, who rallied to upset the fourth-seed, 2-6, 7-6 (9), 6-4 on Friday night in the Delray Beach Tennis Championships. “I played well enough to win. I didn’t serve well enough to win,” said Roddick, “I’ve made a career of [...] > read more
Defending champions Klahn and Thacher get off Fast Start at Pacific Coast Doubles Championships
Published on 2012-03-02 21:26:20
No doubles team has successfully defended its title at the Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championships since 1991 when Jared Palmer and Jonathan Stark of Stanford accomplished the feat. This weekend, the Stanford doubles team of Bradley Klahn and Ryan Thacher is attempting to become the first team in over 20 years to win back-to-back [...] > read more
Murray Tops No. 1 Djokovic, Will Face Federer in Dubai Final
Published on 2012-03-02 12:12:26
Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts after returning a shot February 24, 2011. REUTERS/Jumana El-Heloueh (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Andy Murray knocked out World No. 1 Novak Djokovic 6-2, 7-5 on Friday at the Dubai Tennis Championships. It’s the first loss on the year for Djokovic who was aiming for his [...] > read more
K•Swiss to Hold 8th Annual Desert Smash March 6-7
Published on 2012-03-02 09:00:02
K•Swiss will once again hold the a charity celebrity tennis event Desert Smash at the La Quinta Resort & Club, just outside Palm Springs, Calif. Leading into the BNP Paribas Open, the event will be held on March 6th & 7th to benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity, which is dedicated to promoting, and protecting [...] > read more
Radwanska Withdraws From Kuala Lumpur, Rains Shortens Friday Play
Published on 2012-03-02 08:49:09
BMW MALAYSIAN OPEN Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 27-March 4, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Friday, March 2, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals (Q) Hsieh Su-Wei (TPE) d. (1/WC) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) w/o (right elbow injury) (5) Petra Martic (CRO) d. (3) Peng Shuai (CHN) 46 76(3) 64 Suspended due to rain Eleni Daniilidou (GRE) leads Olivia [...] > read more
Almagro Ousted by Verdasco; Ferrer Through to Semis of Acapulco
Published on 2012-03-02 01:29:55
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 27-March 3, 2012 Red Clay/Outdoors Thursday, March 1, 2012 Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. Michaella Krajicek (NED) 62 60 (2) Flavia Pennetta (ITA) d. (Q) Mariana Duque-Mariño (COL) 60 64 (3) Sara Errani (ITA) d. (LL) Estrella Cabeza Candela (ESP) 64 63 (4) Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) [...] > read more
Tennis News Net Notes Podcast for March 1, 2012
Published on 2012-03-02 00:15:44
A brief look at the news headlines of the day in the tennis world. Tennis News Net Notes Podcast for March 1, 2012 > read more
Roddick Reaches Delray Beach Quarterfinals
Published on 2012-03-01 22:21:26
Andy Roddick avenged his loss to Denis Istomin in San Jose by defeating the Uzbek 6-4, 7-5 at the Delray Beach International Tennis Championship on Thursday. “I’m feeling better than I did a couple of matches ago,” Roddick said. “I served horrendously and still won and was still able to break serve.” “I got it [...] > read more
High School Pair Knock Out College Opponents at Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championships
Published on 2012-03-01 22:00:45
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 1, 2012) – While the Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championships features some of the top collegiate players in nation, the draw is also filled with independent players, some who are still in high school. In Friday’s first-round action at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, a pair of [...] > read more
Djokovic, Murray, Federer and Del Potro into Dubai Semis
Published on 2012-03-01 12:29:32
Novak Djokovic , Andy Murray, Roger Federer and Juan Martin Del Potro have made their way into the semifinals of the Dubai Tennis Championships. Djokovic took out his fellow Serbian Janko Tipsarevic 6-1, 7-6 (6). Djokvic admittie that it’s tough to play his countryman: “It’s always difficult I guess for both of us. We [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open Coverage Schedule
Published on 2012-03-01 12:12:46
Coverage of the 2012 BNP Paribas Open, to be held March 5-18, 2012 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, will air on ABC, ESPN2, Tennis Channel, ESPN3 and TennisTV.com. Tennis Channel will kick off live coverage on Saturday, March 10 and continue broadcasting through Friday March 16. The first six days (March 10-15) will [...] > read more
Family Circle Cup Announces Player Field
Published on 2012-03-01 09:34:11
The 2012 Family Circle Cup singles player field has been set. The main draw has six former Cup champions, including Samantha Stosur (2010), Sabine Lisicki (2009), Serena Williams (2008), Jelena Jankovic (2007), Nadia Petrova (2006), and Venus Williams (2004). Player Nation Rank AGNIESZKA RADWANSKA POL 5 Po [..] > read more
Radwanska, Jankovic Gain Quaterfinals in Kuala Lumpur
Published on 2012-03-01 09:15:21
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 27-March 4, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Thursday, March 1, 2012 Singles – Second Round (1/WC) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. (Q) Karolina Pliskova (CZE) 64 64 (2/WC) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) d. Jill Craybas (USA) 62 60 (3) Peng Shuai (CHN) d. (Q) Kristyna Pliskova (CZE) 26 61 64 Eleni Daniilidou (GRE) [...] > read more
Voting Opens for 2012 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Heart Awards
Published on 2012-03-01 06:38:05
The ITF has announced a shortlist of ten players to receive the first four Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Heart Awards of 2012. Awards will be presented in four categories based on performances in the Fed Cup World Group and World Group II first round ties, and the three Zone Group I events at the [...] > read more
Ferrer, Almagro Move on in Acapulco
Published on 2012-02-29 23:52:31
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 27-March 3, 2012 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Women’s Singles – Second Round (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. Stéphanie Foretz Gacon (FRA) 75 64 (2) Flavia Pennetta (ITA) d. Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) 26 76(5) 61 (3) Sara Errani (ITA) d. (Q) Edina Gallovits-Hall (ROU) 64 61 [...] > read more
Kleybanova Battles Back From Cancer to Receive Sony Ericsson Open Wildcard
Published on 2012-02-29 16:53:41
The 2012 Sony Ericsson Open has extended a main draw wildcard to WTA former World No. 20 Alisa Kleybanova. The 22-year-old Russian was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphona in May 2011 and was forced to withdraw from the season’s remaining tournaments to undergo treatment. Before she was compelled to step away from the game, Kleybanova [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Open Announces Wildcards Which Include Nalbandian, Querrey and Mirza
Published on 2012-02-29 13:41:02
INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Feb. 29, 2012 – Former top-five player David Nalbandian; Americans Sam Querrey, Jack Sock, Denis Kudla, Robby Ginepri, Irina Falconi, Sloane Stephens, Jamie Hampton, Coco Vandeweghe, Lauren Davis and Jill Craybas; and Sania Mirza and Urszula Radwanska were granted wildcards into the main draws of the BNP Paribas Open, to be held [...] > read more
Klahn and Thatcher od Stanford to Defend Pacific Coast Doubles Championships
Published on 2012-02-29 13:05:11
BRADLEY KLAHN AND RYAN THACHER OF STANFORD UNIVERSITY TO DEFEND TITLE AT PACIFIC COAST MEN’S DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIPS Second-oldest tennis event in the U.S. will take place March 1-4 at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club La Jolla, Calif. – (February 29, 2012) – The Stanford University duo of Bradley Klahn, a Poway, Calif. [...] > read more
Seven of Top Eight Seeds in Quarterfinals in Dubai
Published on 2012-02-29 12:28:30
RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 29 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles - Second Round [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d S Stakhovsky (UKR) 76(5) 63 [2] R Federer (SUI) d F Lopez (ESP) 75 63 [3] A Murray (GBR) d [Q] M Chiudinelli (SUI) 63 64 [4] J Tsonga (FRA) d L Rosol (CZE) 63 64 [5] T Berdych (CZE) d [...] > read more
Houston Initial Acceptance List Includes Four Former Champions
Published on 2012-02-29 11:34:43
Four former winners of the US Men’s Clay Court Championship headline the initial acceptance list for the 2012 tournament that will be played April 9-15 at River Oaks Country Club. Defending champion Ryan Sweeting will be joined in the field by former champions Marcel Granollers (2008), Ivo Karlovic (2007) and World No. 8 Mardy Fish [...] > read more
Wednesday’s Kuala Lumpur Schedule Shortened by Rain
Published on 2012-02-29 09:30:15
BMW MALAYSIAN OPEN Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 27-March 4, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Singles – Second Round (5) Petra Martic (CRO) d. Kurumi Nara (JPN) 62 36 60 (Q) Hsieh Su-Wei (TPE) d. Casey Dellacqua (AUS) 61 75 Suspended due to rain (1/WC) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) leads Akgul Amanmuradova (UZB) [...] > read more
Acapulco Results and Schedule
Published on 2012-02-28 23:36:16
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Singles – First Round (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. Sílvia Soler-Espinosa (ESP) 62 76(5) (2) Flavia Pennetta (ITA) d. Arantxa Parra Santonja (ESP) 64 62 (3) Sara Errani (ITA) d. Irina Falconi (USA) 61 61 Magdalena Rybarikova (SVK) d. (5) Alexandra Dulgheru (ROU) 26 75 76(3) (6) Johanna Larsson (SWE) d. (Q) [...] > read more
Isner and Roddick Outlast Opponents, Cilic and Troicki Ousted in Delray Beach
Published on 2012-02-28 23:00:16
RESULTS – TUESDAY, 28 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – First Round [1] J Isner (USA) d [WC] J Levine (USA) 64 76(15) J Nieminen (FIN) d [2] M Cilic (CRO) 63 36 62 S Darcis (BEL) d [3] V Troicki (SRB) 64 46 64 [4] A Roddick (USA) d P Petzschner (GER) 46 64 61 [...] > read more
Djokovic, Nadal and Murray Enter Doubles Field of BNP Paribas Open
Published on 2012-02-28 15:44:29
INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Feb. 28, 2012 – Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and other top-ranked singles players will join the World No. 1 Bryan Brothers and other talented doubles teams in the BNP Paribas Open men’s doubles draw, it was announced today by Steve Simon, tournament director. The tournament will be held March 5-18 [...] > read more
Family Circle Cup to Hold 40th Anniversary Celebration
Published on 2012-02-28 13:56:09
The Family Circle Cup announces 40Love: A Night of Empowerment Celebrating 40 Years of the Family Circle Cup, a special evening presented by Dove, featuring a reunion of the Original 9, including Billie Jean King and first-ever Family Circle Cup Champion Rosie Casals. Honorary coaches Billie Jean King and Virginia Wade will lead a star-studded [...] > read more
Top Seeds Including Federer, Murray Move on in Dubai
Published on 2012-02-28 12:55:46
Second and third seeds Roger Federer and Andy Murray moved on to the second round at the Dubai Tennis Championships. Federer sent Michael Llodra home 6-0, 7-6(6) saving a set point in the second set tiebreak. Andy Murray had a tougher time with Michael Berrer, escaping the German 6-3, 4-6, 6-4. “It was quite [...] > read more
Jankovic Escapes From Match Point Down to Gain Second Round in Kuala Lumpur
Published on 2012-02-28 11:55:14
Serbia’s Jelena Jankovic survived her first round match Tuesday in Kuala Lumpur at the Malaysian Open. Wildcard and second seed Jankovic escaped Frenchwoman Caroline Garcia 7-6 (9-7), 4-6, 7-6 (7-2) in almost three hours. Upset of the day came when Great Britain’s Anne Keothavong fell to qualifier Su-Wei Hsieh of Taipei 6-4, 7-5. BMW MALAYSIAN [...] > read more
USTA to Kick Off ‘March into Tennis’ at Tennis Night in America March 5
Published on 2012-02-28 09:00:50
From the USTA – WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., February 28, 2012 – The USTA today announced that on March 5 it will launch March Into Tennis, a month-long drive to get more kids playing the sport. Throughout the month, a record 1,200 USTA youth tennis events will take place across the country. March Into Tennis coincides [...] > read more
Players Name Shanghai, Dubai & Bastad as 2011 ATP World Tour Tournaments of The Year
Published on 2012-02-28 03:29:40
The ATP announced the 2011 ATP World Tour Tournament Award winners on Tuesday, with the Shanghai Rolex Masters, the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, and the SkiStar Swedish Open all maintaining their status as the most favored tournaments on the ATP World Tour in their respective tournament categories, as voted by ATP players. The tournament [...] > read more
Acapulco Results and Schedule
Published on 2012-02-28 00:28:57
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 27-March 3, 2012 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 27, 2012 Women’s Singles – First Round (4) Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) d. Timea Bacsinszky (SUI) 76(3) 36 64 (8) Alberta Brianti (ITA) d. Alizé Cornet (FRA) 36 63 63 Stéphanie Foretz Gacon (FRA) d. Mathilde Johansson (FRA) 64 76(5) Melinda [...] > read more
Tomic Moves on in Delray Beach
Published on 2012-02-27 22:00:18
Singles – First Round [8] B Tomic (AUS) d [WC] T Haas (GER) 64 63 R Sweeting (USA) d D Young (USA) 61 61 D Istomin (UZB) d M Ebden (AUS) 62 63 D Sela (ISR) d [WC] D Kudla (USA) 64 63 Doubles – First Round I Karlovic (CRO) / F Moser (GER) [...] > read more
Tennis News Net Notes Podcast for February 27, 2012
Published on 2012-02-27 20:00:03
Tennis News Net Notes Podcast for February 27, 2012 A brief look at the news of the day in the tennis world. http://www.tennispanorama.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/TPNNetNotesPodcast022720121.mp3 > read more
Memphis Odds and Ends
Published on 2012-02-27 17:00:42
By Brad Hunter The Regions Morgan Keegan Championships WTA Report “Hi Honey” and “yes ma’am”… The ladies (and men) who work in the Racquet Club were all so sweet, and mostly southern thus making this visit extra enjoyable Like Monica… Lucie Hradecka hits huge and double-handed from both sides off the ground, but her most [...] > read more
BNP Paribas Showdown to air on ESPN3 and ESPN2 from Madison Square Garden
Published on 2012-02-27 15:00:04
MSG Sports and StarGames announced on Monday that ESPN3 and ESPN2 would show the 2012 BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 5, with Maria Sharapova playing Caroline Wozniacki and Roger Federer taking on Andy Roddick. ESPN holds exclusive live rights to the matches, and will show them beginning at 7 [...] > read more
Djokovic, Fish with Easy Victories in Dubai
Published on 2012-02-27 13:00:56
Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Gael Monfils of France during their Mubadala World Tennis Championship match at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi, December 29, 2011. REUTERS/Ahmed Jadallah (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Novak Djokovic has returned to action since he won the Australian Open last month. Djokovic is playing [...] > read more
Martic and Dokic Advance in Kuala Lumpur
Published on 2012-02-27 11:29:54
BMW MALAYSIAN OPEN Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 27-March 4, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 27, 2012 Singles – First Round (5) Petra Martic (CRO) d. Erika Sema (JPN) 46 64 75 (7) Jelena Dokic (AUS) d. Kristina Mladenovic (FRA) 63 61 Misaki Doi (JPN) d. (WC) Olga Puchkova (RUS) 46 61 62 Olivia [...] > read more
ATP Delray Beach Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-26 23:20:33
ATP World Tour 250 Delray Beach, U.S.A. (-5 hour GMT) 27 February – 4 March, 2012 Surface: Hard SCHEDULE – MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2012 STADIUM start 11:00 am [WC] D Kudla (USA) vs D Sela (ISR) Not Before 12:30 PM J Kriek (USA) vs M Pernfors (SWE) – Champions Tour Not Before 2:30 PM R [...] > read more
ATP Dubai Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-26 23:11:48
ATP World Tour 500 Dubai, U.A.E. (+4 hours GMT) 27 February – 3 March, 2012 Surface: Hard SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 27 FEBRUARY, 2011 CENTRE COURT start 2:00 pm [Q] A Golubev (KAZ) vs [WC] M Djokovic (SRB) – ATP Not Before 4:00 PM [6] M Fish (USA) vs A Beck (GER) – ATP Not [...] > read more
Acapulco Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-26 23:04:00
Abierto Mexicano TELCEL Acapulco, Mexico Febuary 27 – March 3, 2012 SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 27 FEBRUARY, 2012 CANCHA CENTRAL start 3:00 pm L Mayer (ARG) vs P Andujar (ESP) – ATP T Bellucci (BRA) vs [7] M Granollers (ESP) – ATP [WC] X Hermoso (MEX) vs P Mayr-Achleitner (AUT) – WTA Not Before 9:00 PM [...] > read more
WTA Kuala Lumpur Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-26 22:57:03
BMW MALAYSIAN OPEN Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 27-March 4, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 27, 2012 Centre Court (from 10.00hrs) 1. Chan Chin-Wei vs. Elena Bogdan (tbc; Singles Q) 2. Hsieh Su-Wei vs. [Zheng or Damayanti] (Singles Q Final) 3. Petra Martic vs. Erika Sema (NB 13.00hrs) 4. Olga Puchkova vs. [...] > read more
Babos Wins First WTA Title
Published on 2012-02-26 20:39:23
Hungary’s Timea Babos won her first WTA by defeating Romania’s Alexandra Cadantu 6-4, 6-4 to claim the Monterrey title on Sunday. “I was actually surprised because it was my first final and I wasn’t nervous or tight. I just tried to play my tennis and stay aggressive. I was also trying to keep my serve [...] > read more
Melzer Fights off Broken Toe and Raonic for Memphis Title
Published on 2012-02-26 18:22:28
Austria’s Jurgen Melzer, suffering with a broken big toe on his right foot capped a week in Memphis by winning the tournament over last year’s finalist Canadian Milos Raonic 7-5, 7-6(4). Melzer broke his toe ten days ago when he caught his foot in a hotel bedspread. His broken toe did not stop him [...] > read more
Ferrer First in Buenos Aires
Published on 2012-02-26 16:13:46
David Ferrer of Spain returns the ball to Adrian Mannarino of France during their Madrid Open tennis match May 3, 2011. REUTERS/Juan Medina (SPAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) World No. 5 David Ferrer kept his record perfect against Nicolas Almagro by topping his countryman 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 for the Copa Claro title on [...] > read more
Del Potro Captures Marseille Title
Published on 2012-02-26 11:30:22
Argentina’s Juan Martin Del Potro defeated Michael Llodra of France 6-4, 6-4 to capture the Open 13 final on Sunday in Marseille. This is Del Potro’s first title of the year and 10th career tournament win. “Llodra has a very difficult game to play against, Del Potro said. He hits drop shots, he slices, [...] > read more
Babos and Cadantu in Monterrey Final
Published on 2012-02-25 23:37:38
Monterrey, México February 20-26, 2012 Hard/Outdoors Results – Saturday, February 25, 2012 Singles – Semifinals Timea Babos (HUN) d. (2) Sara Errani (ITA) 64 67(3) 64 Alexandra Cadantu (ROU) d. (6) Greta Arn (HUN) 62 46 75 Doubles – Semifinals (1) Errani/Vinci (ITA/ITA) d. (WC) Dulko/Suárez (ARG/ARG) 63 63 (2) Date-Krumm/Zhang (JPN/CHN) d. (3) Bratchikova/Jurak [...] > read more
Arvidsson Nets Second Memphis Title
Published on 2012-02-25 23:01:24
Sofia Arvidsson of Sweden returns the ball to Kaia Kanepi of Estonia during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 23, 2011. REUTERS/Regis Duvignau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Sofia Arvidsson defeated Marina Erakovic 6-3, 6-4 to capture the Memphis International on Saturday night. It’s her second [...] > read more
Fellow Spaniards Ferrer and Almagro to Clash in Buenos Aires Final
Published on 2012-02-25 18:59:48
Nicolas Almagro will meet Spanish countryman David Ferrer in the finals the Copa Claro in Buenos Aires. Ferrer took out crowd favorite Argentina’s David Nalbandian 6-1, 6-4 while Almagro needed three sets to put out Switzerland’s Stanislas Wawrinka 6-4, 3-6, 7-5. Almagro last year’s Buenos Aires champion, won the Brazil Open last weekend. [...] > read more
Melzer Despite Broken Toe to meet Raonic in Memphis Final
Published on 2012-02-25 18:17:36
Playing with a broken right big toe, Austrian Jurgen Melzer has made it into the Memphis final by beating Czech Radek Stepanek 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 on Saturday. “Well, it’s obviously very satisfying,” Melzer said. “I’ve played a great tournament so far, and reaching that final is something special. I haven’t played a final since 2010. [...] > read more
Del Potro, Llodra Reach Marseille Final
Published on 2012-02-25 14:05:04
Fourth seed Juan Martin Del Potro pushed past top seed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-4, 6-7 (9) 6-3 to reach the final of the Marseille Open on Saturday. The Argentine will face Frenchman Michael Llodra in Sunday’s final. Llodra served and volleyed past third seed Janko Tipsarevic 6-4, 7-6(10). “It was close. I was lucky that he [...] > read more
Radwanska Claims Dubai Crown and No. 5 Ranking
Published on 2012-02-25 12:31:27
Agniezska Radwanska captured the Dubai Tennis Championships on Saturday with a 7-5, 6-4 win over Julia Goerges. The victory marks her eighth WTA tournament win. “I was pretty close to losing in the first round, so I’m extremely happy right now. Tonight I think I was just better in a couple points, to be honest. [...] > read more
Melzer Takes Out Top Seed Isner in Memphis
Published on 2012-02-25 00:11:18
Jurgen Melzer, playing with a broken toe, took out top seed John Isner 6-3, 7-6(6).at the Regions Morgan Keegan Championships in Memphis on Friday. Melzer now has a 2-0 record against Isner, the Austrian also defeated the American four years ago in Memphis. “It’s very nice to beat the top seed, but for me it’s [...] > read more
Errani Moves into Monterrey Semifinals
Published on 2012-02-24 23:02:03
Monterrey, México February 20-26, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Friday, February 24, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals (2) Sara Errani (ITA) d. Mandy Minella (LUX) 61 62 (6) Greta Arn (HUN) d. Nina Bratchikova (RUS) 61 76(6) Alexandra Cadantu (ROU) d. (8) Lourdes Domínguez Lino (ESP) 62 60 Timea Babos (HUN) d. Patricia Mayr-Achleitner (AUT) 64 [...] > read more
Sabatini Receives Hall of Fame Ring; Ferrer, Almagro and Nalbandian Gain Semis in Buenos Aires
Published on 2012-02-24 21:09:25
In addition to the tennis at the Copa Claro tournament in Buenos Aires, Hall of Famer Gabriela Sabatini received her official Hall of Fame ring in a special ceremony on center court on Friday. “A top world ranked player, consistent fan favorite and Grand Slam champion, Gabriela Sabatini is a true legend of tennis,” said [...] > read more
Tsonga and Del Potro Each Notch 200th Career Win to Reach Marseille Semis
Published on 2012-02-24 15:28:01
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Juan Martin Del Potro both notched their 200th career ATP victories while advancing to the semifinals of the Open 13 tournament in Marseilles on Friday. Tsonga stopped Edouard Roger-Vasselin 6-4, 7-5. He’ll face Del Potro in a semifinal on Saturday. He beat Richard Gasquet 7-5, 7-6 (5). Open 13 ATP World Tour [...] > read more
Goerges Upsets Defending Champ Wozniacki in Dubai
Published on 2012-02-24 13:12:48
It will be a Julia Goerges versus Agnieszska Radwanska match-up for Saturday’s final in the Dubai Tennis Championships. Last year’s champion Caroline Wozniacki fell to Germany’s Goerges 7-6(3), 7-5 on Friday. The German rallied from 2-4 down in the final set to clinch the victory. “I didn’t play my best game today,” Wozniacki said. “Made [...] > read more
Monte Carlo Country Club to Host US – France Davis Cup Tie April 6-8
Published on 2012-02-24 07:25:21
The ITF has announced the venue for the Davis Cup World Group quarterfinal tie between the United States and France will take place in Monte Carlo the weekend of April 6-8. France will host USA at the Monte Carlo Country Club located in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France on outdoor clay. It is the home of the Monte [...] > read more
Babos Tops Third Seed Cirstea in Monterrey
Published on 2012-02-24 00:11:49
Monterrey, México February 20-26, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Thursday, February 23, 2012 Singles – Second Round Timea Babos (HUN) d. (3/WC) Sorana Cirstea (ROU) 46 64 62 (6) Greta Arn (HUN) d. (Q) Maria Abramovic (CRO) 64 62 Mandy Minella (LUX) d. (WC) Yaroslava Shvedova (KAZ) 63 67(1) 64 Patricia Mayr-Achleitner (AUT) d. Eva [...] > read more
Isner, Stepanek, Raonic and Querrey Gain Quarters in Memphis
Published on 2012-02-24 00:00:20
Top seed John Isner won a tough match against fellow American Donald Young on Thursday in Memphis. Isner crushed 22 aces passed Young for a 7-6(4), 6-4 victory. “Yeah, it was a tricky match,” said Isner. “I wasn’t playing my best at the beginning but I competed well and that helped me out a [...] > read more
Almagro Through, Simon and Verdasco Fall in Buenos Aires
Published on 2012-02-23 20:03:23
ATP World Tour 250 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hour GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – THURSDAY, 23 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – Second Round [2] N Almagro (ESP) d [Q] F Delbonis (ARG) 63 62 C Berlocq (ARG) d [3] G Simon (FRA) 62 61 D Nalbandian (ARG) d [5] J Monaco (ARG) 63 [...] > read more
Venus Williams, Fernando Gonzalez and David Nalbandian Receive Sony Ericsson Open Wildcards
Published on 2012-02-23 17:10:12
The 2012 Sony Ericsson Open announced on Thursday it has extended main draw wildcards to seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams, former world No. 5 Chilean Fernando Gonzalez and former world No. 3 David Nalbandian from Argentina. The women’s main draw begins on Tuesday, March 20, while the men’s main draw kicks off [...] > read more
Fish knocked out of Marseille by 388th-Ranked Olivetti
Published on 2012-02-23 17:00:44
American ans Second seed Mardy Fish was upset at the Open 13 tournament in Marseille by French qualifier Albano Olivetti 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in the second round Thursday. Olivetti smashed 23 aces in his win over Fish. In another upset on the day Frenchman Michael Llodra defeated sixth seed Alexandr Dolgopolov of Ukraine 6-4, 5-7, [...] > read more
“On The Call” with Roger Federer and the BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden
Published on 2012-02-23 15:00:28
Roger Federer of Switzerland (R) and Pete Sampras of the U.S. (L) smile together on the court as they play against Andre Agassi of the U.S. and Rafael Nadal of Spain during their doubles exhibition doubles in the Hit for Haiti fund raiser event at the Indian Wells WTA and ATP tennis tournament in Indian [...] > read more
Jankovic Stuns Stosur, Wozniacki Stops Ivanovic in Dubai
Published on 2012-02-23 12:01:28
Eighth seeded Jelena Jankovic upset Samantha Stosur 6-4, 6-2 on Thursday to reach the semifinals of the Dubai Tennis Championships. “Against her, we always have tough matches,” said Jankovic. “I think the key was my return,” Jankovic said. “You know, she has one of the best, if not the best, serves in the women’s game. [...] > read more
Manuel Orantes to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Published on 2012-02-23 09:21:04
Spain’s Manuel Orantes who defeated top-seeded Jimmy Connors to capture the 1975 US Open title will be inducted to the International Tennis Hall of Fame this July. Orantes is the third member of the Class of 2012 to be announced, and he is the only inductee in the Master Player Category. Additional members of the [...] > read more
Malisse ousts Roddick in Memphis
Published on 2012-02-23 05:34:42
By Brad Hunter MEMPHIS, Tennessee (February 22, 2012) – In the first match of the night session on stadium court on Wednesday night at the The Regions Morgan Keegan Championships, defending Memphis champion American Andy Roddick faced off against Belgian Xavier Malisse. From the beginning of the match, Roddick’s gameplan was to attack short balls and [...] > read more
Memphis Results and Schedule
Published on 2012-02-22 23:32:20
Results – Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Women’s Singles - Second Round Alberta Brianti (ITA) d. (2) Ksenia Pervak (KAZ) 76(3) 62 Lesia Tsurenko (UKR) d. (3) Lucie Hradecka (CZE) 36 64 76(3) (saved 2mp) Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) d. (5) Pauline Parmentier (FRA) 76(5) 06 63 Stéphanie Foretz Gacon (FRA) d. (Q) Camila Giorgi (ITA) 75 64 Doubles [...] > read more
Top Seed Vinci Upset in Monterrey
Published on 2012-02-22 22:43:26
Monterrey, México February 20-26, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Singles – Second Round Nina Bratchikova (RUS) d. (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) 75 75 (2) Sara Errani (ITA) d. Alizé Cornet (FRA) 62 63 (8) Lourdes Domínguez Lino (ESP) d. Valeria Savinykh (RUS) 64 62 Alexandra Cadantu (ROU) d. Sílvia Soler-Espinosa (ESP) [...] > read more
Ferrer, Nishikori, Gonzalez Advance in Buenos Aires
Published on 2012-02-22 20:48:38
ATP World Tour 250 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hour GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 22 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – Second Round [1] D Ferrer (ESP) d [WC] F Bagnis (ARG) 63 64 [4] K Nishikori (JPN) d V Hanescu (ROU) 36 75 61 [6] S Wawrinka (SUI) d B Paire (FRA) [...] > read more
Dulgheru and Dulko Done at Monterrey
Published on 2012-02-21 23:40:47
WHIRLPOOL MONTERREY OPEN Monterrey, México February 20-26, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, February 21, 2012 Singles – First Round (3/WC) Sorana Cirstea (ROU) d. Stefanie Voegele (SUI) 63 26 75 Sílvia Soler-Espinosa (ESP) d. (4) Alexandra Dulgheru (ROU) 63 63 Patricia Mayr-Achleitner (AUT) d. (5) Gisela Dulko (ARG) 64 76(2) (6) Greta Arn (HUN) [...] > read more
Ferrer Leads Top Seeds to Second Round of Buenos Aires
Published on 2012-02-21 18:54:36
Seven of the top eight seeds moved on in Buenos Aires. The lone upset of the day came when seventh seed Juan Ignacio Chela was ousted by Albert Ramos. ATP World Tour 250 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hour GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 21 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – First Round [1] [...] > read more
Dushevina beats Qualifier Hampton, Hampton teams up with Oudin for Doubles Win in Memphis
Published on 2012-02-21 17:47:10
Vera Dushevina beats Qualifier Jamie Hampton. Hampton later teams with Melanie Oudin for a Doubles Win in Memphis By Brad Hunter MEMPHIS, Tennessee (February 21, 2012) – Twenty-two year old American qualifier Jamie Hampton, who defeated defending 2011 Memphis champion Magdalena Rybarikova in the first round Sunday evening, lost her second round match on Tuesday [...] > read more
Gasquet, Mahut, Davydenko Reach Second Round in Marseille
Published on 2012-02-21 16:54:34
ATP World Tour 250 Marseille, France (+1 hour GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – TUESDAY, 21 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – First Round [5] R Gasquet (FRA) d G Soeda (JPN) 60 62 N Mahut (FRA) d [WC] A Clement (FRA) 63 64 N Davydenko (RUS) d A Beck (GER) 61 75 I [...] > read more
Ivanovic and Peng Knock Out Seeds in Dubai
Published on 2012-02-21 13:42:44
Ana Ivanovic and Peng Shuai took out seeds on Tuesday at the Dubai Tennis Championships. Ivanovic topped Francesca Schiavone 6-1, 7-5 while Peng ousted six seed Marion Bartoli 6-4, 6-3, closing out the match by winning six straight games. More withdrawals from the Dubai tournament on Tuesday. Dominka Cibulkova retired with a hamstring injury while [...] > read more
USTA and Nickelodeon Launch “Tennis Really Rocks” Sweepstakes
Published on 2012-02-21 12:20:01
From the USTA -WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., February 21, 2012 – As part of their ongoing partnership, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and Nickelodeon announced the kick-off of the “Tennis Really Rocks” sweepstakes today, February 21. One lucky kid will win the grand prize – a trip for four to New York to attend Arthur [...] > read more
Tennis Channel to Count Down 100 Greatest Players
Published on 2012-02-21 08:20:50
Tennis Channel will rank the best 100 tennis players. 100 Greatest of all Time is a five-night, weeklong special series, will count down the game’s best competitors. The series will air in prime time at 7 p.m. ET each night, the first edition gets underway Monday, March 19, with the all-time No. 1, the greatest [...] > read more
Vinci and Errani Move on in Monterrey
Published on 2012-02-20 23:17:54
Monterrey, México February 20-26, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 20, 2012 Singles – First Round (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. Coco Vandeweghe (USA) 75 75 (2) Sara Errani (ITA) d. Stéphanie Dubois (CAN) 62 62 Nina Bratchikova (RUS) d. Anastasia Pivovarova (RUS) 63 61 Alexandra Cadantu (ROU) d. Jelena Dokic (AUS) 36 61 [...] > read more
Tough Day in Memphis for Young Americans Sloane Stephens, Lauren Davis, Madison Keys and Alexa Glatch
Published on 2012-02-20 21:10:25
By Brad Hunter MEMPHIS, Tennessee (February 20, 2012) – The first match I sat down to watch at The Regions Morgan Keegan Championships was the Court 1, first round WTA match between 17-year old American Lauren Davis and 25-year old American Varvara Lepchenko. Davis was awarded a wildcard into the event, and Lepchenko was fresh [...] > read more
Nishikori, Wawrinka, Gonzalez Gain Second Round in Buenos Aires
Published on 2012-02-20 21:03:19
ATP World Tour 250 $ 484,100 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hour GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Clay RESULTS – MONDAY, 20 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – First Round [4] K Nishikori (JPN) d J Ferrero (ESP) 75 36 62 [6] S Wawrinka (SUI) d [WC] H Zeballos (ARG) 63 64 [WC] F Bagnis (ARG) d L [...] > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis Week in Review
Published on 2012-02-20 00:31:14
Kourtin’ Karen’s tennis week in review for the week ending February 19, 2012 0- 15 Politics makes strange bedfellows Rotterdam Tournament Director and former Wimbledon champion Richard Krajicek was a candidate for the top executive spot at the ATP. Although Rafael Nadal supported the Dutchman’s candidacy for the ATP CEO post, Roger Federer was against [...] > read more
ITF Seniors World Individual Championships
Published on 2012-02-19 20:00:19
ITF SENIORS WORLD INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, SAN DIEGO, USA FINAL RESULTS Women’s 35 Singles Noelia Perez-Penate (ESP) d. Kelly Pace-Wilson (USA) 64 63 Women’s 35 Doubles Cammy Macgregor/Debbie Spence-Nasim (USA) d. Molly T. Carter/Rhona Kaczmarcyk (USA) 61 61 Women’s 40 Singles Jurate Hardy (AUS) d. Isabelle Tyrrell (GBR) [...] > read more
Raonic Defends San Jose Title
Published on 2012-02-19 19:51:50
Canada’s Milos Raonic defended his San Jose title on Sunday, by defeating Denis Istomin of Uzbekistan 7-6(3), 6-2. He last time someone defended the SAP Open title was when Andy Murray won in 2006 and 2007. “I think I served pretty flawlessly throughout the week,” said Raonic.” There was never an issue with my serve.” [...] > read more
ATP Buenos Aires Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-19 19:09:34
ATP World Tour 250 $ 484,100 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hour GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Clay SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 20 FEBRUARY, 2012 ESTADIO BILLOCH CARIDE start 12:00 noon Qualifying – W Odesnik (USA) vs F Delbonis (ARG) Not Before 1:45 PM C Berlocq (ARG) vs P Riba (ESP) [WC] F Gonzalez (CHI) vs A [...] > read more
Memphis Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-19 18:51:56
Memphis, U.S.A. (-6 hours GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Indoor Hard SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 20 FEBRUARY, 2012 STADIUM start 10:00 am H Watson (GBR) vs S Arvidsson (SWE) – WTA I Dodig (CRO) vs [8] B Tomic (AUS) – ATP [4] S Gonzalez (MEX) / C Kas (GER) vs J Isner (USA) / S [...] > read more
WTA Monterrey Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-19 18:41:31
WHIRLPOOL MONTERREY OPEN Monterrey, México February 20-26, 2012 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 20, 2012 Central (from 11.00hrs) 1. Sesil Karatantcheva vs. Romana Tabak (Singles Q Final) 2. Nina Bratchikova vs. Anastasia Pivovarova (NB 12.00hrs) 3. Alexandra Cadantu vs. Jelena Dokic (NB 15.00hrs) 4. de la Peña/López vs. Fichman/Sun 5. Roberta Vinci [...] > read more
ATP Marseille Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-19 17:41:18
ATP World Tour 250 Marseille, France (+1 hour GMT) 20-26 February, 2012 Surface: Indoor Hard SCHEDULE – MONDAY, 20 FEBRUARY, 2012 CENTRE COURT start 12:00 noon Qualifying – A Olivetti (FRA) vs R Jouan (FRA) Qualifying – R De Voest (RSA) vs R Bautista-Agut (ESP) Not Before 3:30 PM [7] I Ljubicic (CRO) vs [WC] [...] > read more
Third Brazil Open Title for Almagro
Published on 2012-02-19 16:51:09
By Lucia Hoffman SAO PAULO, Brazil – The 2012 edition of the Brazil Open moved from Costa do Sauipe to Sao Paulo – but the champion remained the same. Nicolas Almagro who won the tourney in 2008 and 2011 became the biggest winner in the history of the tournament winning his third title on Sunday [...] > read more
Arruabarrena-Vecino Ranked 174th Captures Bogota Tournament
Published on 2012-02-19 16:50:01
Unseeded Lara Arruabarrena-Vecino of Spain won her first WTA title by defeating Alexandra Panova of Russia 6-2, 7-5 on Sunday in the final of the Copa BBVA Colsanitas in Bogota, Colombia. The 174th ranked player became the lowest ranked player since 2009 to win a title on the WTA tour. The Bogota tournament was [...] > read more
WTA Dubai Monday Schedule
Published on 2012-02-19 15:48:17
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 20-26, 2012 $2,000,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 20, 2012 Centre Court (from 14.00hrs) 1. Maria Kirilenko vs. Monica Niculescu 2. Anabel Medina Garrigues vs. Flavia Pennetta 3. Julia Goerges vs. Svetlana Kuznetsova (NB 19.00hrs) 4. Jelena Jankovic vs. Petra Cetkovska Court 1 (from 12.00hrs) [...] > read more
ITF Senior World Individual Championships Saturday Results
Published on 2012-02-18 20:37:08
La Jolla, Calif. – (February 18, 2012) – She may not have been at her best, but former touring tennis professional Rosalyn Nideffer had enough game to win the Women’s 50 division singles title at the ITF Seniors World Individual Championships at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club. The third-seeded Nideffer, who lives [...] > read more
Almagro into Third Brazil Open Final, Volandri Takes Out Tired Bellucci
Published on 2012-02-18 19:19:22
By Lucia Hoffman SAO PAULO, Brazil – A sellout crowd saw Spain’s Nicolas Almagro and Italy’s Filippo Volandri advance to the final of the Brazil Open. Top seed Almagro took out fellow countryman Albert Ramos 6-4, 7-6(4) and is looking to put a third Brasil Open title on his resume and an 11th ATP World [...] > read more
Federer Escapes Davydenko, Del Potro Routs Berdych, Will Meet in Rotterdam Final
Published on 2012-02-18 16:01:26
Roger Federer had to rally back from a set and a break down to stop Nikolay Davydenko 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 to gain the final of Rotterdam. Federer had to save three break points at 3-4 in the third set in the victory and then broke the Russian at 4-4 to serve out the set and [...] > read more
Panova to Play Arruabarrena-Vecino in Bogota Final
Published on 2012-02-18 16:00:01
XX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 13-19, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Saturday, February 18, 2012 Singles – Semifinals Alexandra Panova (RUS) d. Timea Babos (HUN) 62 63 Lara Arruabarrena-Vecino (ESP) d. Edina Gallovits-Hall (ROU) 64 63 Doubles – Final (1) Birnerova/Panova (CZE/RUS) d. Minella/Voegele (LUX/SUI) 62 62 Order Of Play – Sunday, [...] > read more
Azarenka to Meet Stosur in Doha Final
Published on 2012-02-18 13:16:11
Victoria Azarenka reached the Qatar Open final by defeating Agenieszka Radwanska 6-2, 6-4. During the match, the World No.1 appeared to be limping on some points due to an ankle injury. Azarenka will play Sam Stosur in Sunday’s final. The Australian defeated Marion Bartoli when she retired from the match with a calf injury. QATAR [...] > read more
Roddick Beaten by Istomin, Raonic, Harrison Make San Jose Semifinals
Published on 2012-02-18 00:29:34
Suffering from an ankle from his Wednesday match Andy Roddick fell to unseeded Uzbek Denis Istomin in San Jose on Friday night. “He played better than I did in every aspect. He played well,” Roddick told media. “I was hoping to be able to serve my way into it. That didn’t work. From there, it [...] > read more
Verdasco is Beaten by His Knees and Ramos at Brazil Open
Published on 2012-02-17 22:05:04
By Lucia Hoffman SAO PAULO, Brazil – Third seed Fernando Verdasco was betrayed by his knees at the Brazil Open on Friday. In a battle of Spanish left-handers, Albert Ramos knocked out Verdasco 7-6(5), 6-3 in less than an hour to reach the semifinals in Sao Paulo. Ramos said it is “like a dream” to [...] > read more
Bogota Results and Schedule
Published on 2012-02-17 18:20:14
XX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 13-19, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, February 17, 2012 Singles – Quarterfinals Alexandra Panova (RUS) d. Karin Knapp (ITA) 64 64 Edina Gallovits-Hall (ROU) d. Mariana Duque-Mariño (COL) 76(3) 36 62 Timea Babos (HUN) d. (Q) Yaroslava Shvedova (KAZ) 64 64 Lara Arruabarrena-Vecino (ESP) d. (Q) [...] > read more
Azarenka Gets 15th Straight Win, Gains Doha Semis
Published on 2012-02-17 18:00:23
World No. 1 Victoria Azarenka posted her 15th consecutive win on Friday when she took out Yanina Wickmayer 6-0, 6-4 to move into the Qatar Total Open semifinals. Azarenka said she played a “perfect set.” “Second set, I had opportunities in every single game. I just couldn’t really convert them. But, you know, it’s important [...] > read more
Federer, Berdych and Del Potro Gain Semis, Gasquet Upset
Published on 2012-02-17 17:08:13
ATP World Tour 500 Rotterdam, The Netherlands (+1 hour GMT) 13-19 February, 2012 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – FRIDAY, 17 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] R Federer (SUI) d J Nieminen (FIN) 75 76(2) [2] T Berdych (CZE) d A Seppi (ITA) 63 64 [3] J Del Potro (ARG) d [7] V Troicki (SRB) 60 61 [...] > read more
Stepanek Stopped by Darcis, Harrison Survives Match Points in San Jose
Published on 2012-02-17 02:53:06
ATP World Tour 250 San Jose, U.S.A. (-8 hours GMT) 13-19 February, 2012 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – THURSDAY, 16 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – Second Round S Darcis (BEL) d [4] R Stepanek (CZE) 76(4) 76(2) [5] J Benneteau (FRA) d G Muller (LUX) 62 64 [6] K Anderson (RSA) d M Ebden (AUS) 61 62 [Q] [...] > read more
Nalbandian Stuns Simon; Almagro, Verdasco Move on to Brazil Open Quarterfinals
Published on 2012-02-16 22:27:25
By Lucia Hoffman SAO PAULO, Brazil – Defending Brazil Open champion Nicolas Almagro needed three sets to advance to the quarterfinals of the Brazil Open by taking out Victor Hanescu of Romania 6-3, 6-7 (4), 6-3 on Thursday in the Ibirapuera sporting complex. Almagro feels the difference between the indoor courts in Sao Paulo and [...] > read more
Erakovic, Dulko Lose in Bogota
Published on 2012-02-16 20:29:42
XX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 13-19, 2012 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, February 16, 2012 Singles – Second Round Edina Gallovits-Hall (ROU) d. (1) Marina Erakovic (NZL) 64 64 Alexandra Panova (RUS) d. (5) Gisela Dulko (ARG) 75 62 Karin Knapp (ITA) d. (WC) Catalina Castaño (COL) 63 26 62 (Q) Paula [...] > read more
Berdych, Del Potro and Gasquet Move into Quarterfinals of Rotterdam
Published on 2012-02-16 19:02:53
ATP World Tour 500 Rotterdam, The Netherlands (+1 hour GMT) 13-19 February, 2012 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – THURSDAY, 16 FEBRUARY, 2012 Singles – Second Round [2] T Berdych (CZE) d M Baghdatis (CYP) 30 ret. (left calf) [3] J Del Potro (ARG) d [Q] K Beck (SVK) 64 75 [5] R Gasquet (FRA) d A Bogomolov [...] > read more
Azarenka Extends Streak to 14 with Win Over Halep in Doha
Published on 2012-02-16 14:26:07
No. 1 Victoria Azarenka has now won 14 consecutive matches in 2012. She extended her streak by stopping Simona Halep 6-3, 6-1 in Doha at the Qatar Ladies Open on Thursday. Azarenka got off to a slow start at 1-3, then the Belerusian won eight straight games to lead by a set and 3-1. [...] > read more
Wheelchair Tennis Player Randy Snow to be Inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame Posthumously
Published on 2012-02-16 12:11:02
Three-time wheelchair tennis Paralympic medalist Randy Snow has been elected for induction to the International Tennis Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2012. Snow is the second wheelchair tennis player in history to be inducted into the Hall of Fame joining Brad Parks who was inducted in 2010. Snow was a [...] > read more
Roddick, Fish and Bryan Brothers Participate in USTA Texas Tennis Festival
Published on 2011-07-05 22:59:51
By Beth Wilson AUSTIN, Texas – The USTA Texas Section hosted a free Tennis Festival on Tuesday, July 5 all part of the public events leading up to the US vs. Spain Davis Cup quarterfinal tie this weekend. The location of the festival, the Uni > read more
Isner Advances at Hall of Fame Championships
Published on 2011-07-05 20:19:54
John Isner of the U.S. reaches to hit a return to Nicolas Mahut of France at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 21, 2011. In 2010 the two players played a match that lasted more than 11 hours, at Wimbledon REUTERS/Suzanne Plunkett (BRI > read more
Davis Cup – Feliciano Lopez – Talks About His Upset of Andy Roddick at Wimbledon
Published on 2011-07-05 18:20:24
Feliciano Lopez of Spain reacts after defeating Andy Roddick of the U.S. at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 24, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) AUSTIN, Texas – It could be Andy Roddick versu > read more
WTA Budapest – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-07-05 17:01:18
POLI-FARBE BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Budapest, Hungary July 4-10, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, July 5, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. (Q) Lenka Jurikova (SVK) 61 60 (2) Sara Errani (ITA > read more
WTA Bastad – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-07-05 16:52:53
COLLECTOR SWEDISH OPEN Bastad, Sweden July 4-9, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, July 5, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Alizé Cornet (FRA) 64 64 (2) Flavia Pennetta (ITA) d. (Q) > read more
Jim Courier – Davis Cup is an Undervalued Asset
Published on 2011-07-05 14:30:36
Former tennis great Jim Courier acknowledges the crowd before the French Open mens final match between Spaniard Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer of Switzerland at Roland Garros in Paris on June 5, 2011. Nadal defeated Federer 7-5, 7-6 (3), 5-7, 6-1 to > read more
Tennis Channel Presents World TeamTennis Wednesdays
Published on 2011-07-05 14:25:36
Tennis Channel’s World TeamTennis Wednesdays begins this week and airs throughout July. The network will air matches that feature such stars as John McEnroe, Venus Williams, Serena Williams, Martina Hingis and others during its coverage of th > read more
USTA Eastern Announces $1.5 Million in “Grow the Game Funding”
Published on 2011-07-05 13:03:57
USTA Eastern is offering up to $1.5 Million in “Grow the Game Funding” this year to support organizations with innovative projects to promote and develop the growth of tennis. The funding, allocated from the section’s reserves, is open t > read more
ESPN Acquires All Wimbledon Live U.S. TV Rights Including Singles Finals
Published on 2011-07-05 10:02:50
ESPN has acquired the exclusive U.S. television rights to live action from The Championships, Wimbledon, including both the Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Singles Finals, in a 12-year agreement with the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet > read more
ATP World Tour Announces Increases in Prize Money
Published on 2011-07-05 08:47:25
The ATP has announced a multi-year agreement that will see prize money on the ATP World Tour increase significantly over the next three seasons, exceeding $90 million* for the first time by 2014. Over this period, prize money will increase for all to > read more
Newport First Round Results, Tuesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-07-04 19:17:05
The first round of the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships kicked off on Monday for the Fourth of July holiday in Newport. In the first match on No. 5 Alex Bogomolov, Jr. defeated Mischa Zverev. Bogomolov has had a solid season this y > read more
WTA Budapest – Monday Results, Tuesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-07-04 13:42:18
POLI-FARBE BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Budapest, Hungary July 4-10, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, July 4, 2011 Singles – First Round (3) Klara Zakopalova (CZE) d. Han Xinyun (CHN) 60 62 (5) Anabel Medina Garrigue > read more
WTA Bastad – Monday Results, Tuesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-07-04 12:39:59
COLLECTOR SWEDISH OPEN Bastad, Sweden July 4-9, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, July 4, 2011 Singles – First Round Vesna Dolonts (RUS) d. (3) Lucie Safarova (CZE) 63 64 (4) Lourdes Domínguez Lino (ESP) d. > read more
ITF Changes date of Davis Cup Final for 2012-13
Published on 2011-07-04 09:47:14
The ITF announced revised dates for the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Final in 2012 and 2013. The Final has been brought forward by two weeks due to the shortening of the men’s calendar from 2012, and will take place during the weekend immediately follo > read more
Djokovic Becomes 25th Player In History To Become No. 1
Published on 2011-07-04 03:35:51
From the ATP World Tour - Serbia’s Novak Djokovic, who has won 48 of his 49 matches in 2011, took over the No. 1 position in the South African Airways ATP Rankings on Monday, replacing Rafael Nadal, who had held the top spot since June 7, 2010. Djo > read more
Stacey Tan Wins Mercury Insurance Open Opportunity Tournament
Published on 2011-07-03 23:00:44
Third-seeded Stacey Tan of Lakewood defeated Maureen Diaz of Glendale, 6-3, 6-0, to win the Mercury Insurance Open Presented by Tri-City Medical Center Opportunity Tournament at the Riviera Tennis Club in Pacific Palisades on Sunday, July 3. T > read more
Qualifying Results and Order of Play for Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships
Published on 2011-07-03 18:44:34
With the Wimbledon trophies claimed, the ATP World Tour returns to the United States for the first tournament since April this week. Main Draw action commences on Monday at the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, the only ATP World To > read more
Mercury Insurance Open Opportunity Tournament – Final Result
Published on 2011-07-03 16:02:18
Mercury Insurance Open Presented by Tri-City Medical Center Opportunity Tournament At The Riviera Tennis Club Pacific Palisades, Calif. Surface: Hard-Outdoor Sunday, July 3 – RESULTS Singles Championship Stacey Tan (3), > read more
WTA Budapest Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-07-03 13:55:29
POLI-FARBE BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Budapest, Hungary July 4-10, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, July 4, 2011 Asboth Jozsef (from 10.30hrs) 1. Irina Buryachok vs. Reka-Luca Jani (Singles Q Final) 2. Ajla Tomljan > read more
WTA Bastad Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-07-03 13:55:21
COLLECTOR SWEDISH OPEN Bastad, Sweden July 4-9, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, July 4, 2011 Center Court (from 11.00hrs) 1. Aravane Rezai vs. Akgul Amanmuradova 2. Lourdes Domínguez Lino vs. Ellen Allguri > read more
Wimbledon – Day 13 Results
Published on 2011-07-03 13:15:55
Novak Djokovic of Serbia kisses the winners trophy after defeating Rafael Nadal of Spain in the men’s singles final at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London July 3, 2011. REUTERS/Eddie Keogh (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Re > read more
Djokovic Defeats Nadal for First Wimbledon Title
Published on 2011-07-03 11:00:09
Serbia’s Novak Djokovic holds the Wimbledon Men’s Singles trophy after beating Spain’s Rafael Nadal in the 125th Wimbledon Championships in Wimbledon, England on Sunday, July 3, 2011. UPI/Hugo Philpott Novak Djokovic captured > read more
Barty and Saville Claim Wimbledon Junior Titles for Australia
Published on 2011-07-03 10:54:46
Ashleigh Barty of Australia holds the winners trophy after defeating Irina Khromacheva of Russia in their Junior Girl’s final match at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London July 3, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT > read more
Kvitova Wins Wimbledon – In Her own Words
Published on 2011-07-02 23:00:25
Czech Petra Kvitova holds the Ladies winning trophy after beating Maria Sharapova in the Women’s Final of the 125th Wimbledon Championships in Wimbledon, England on July 2, 2011. UPI/Hugo Philpott Petra Kvitova defeated 2004 Wimbledon ch > read more
Newport Draw Announced, Qualifying Results
Published on 2011-07-02 21:00:09
Qualifying Rounds began on Saturday and the Main Draw is set for the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, the only professional tennis tournament played on grass courts in North America. Qualifying Rounds will continue on Sunday and Ma > read more
Mercury Insurance Open Opportunity Tournament – Semifinal Results
Published on 2011-07-02 18:00:02
Mercury Insurance Open Opportunity Tournament At The Riviera Tennis Club Pacific Palisades, Calif. Surface: Hard-Outdoor Saturday, July 2 – RESULTS Singles Semifinals Maureen Diaz, Glendale, def. Maxine Thomas, Pacific P > read more
Wimbledon Champion Petra Kvitova Enters Mercury Insurance Open
Published on 2011-07-02 13:50:31
Petra Kvitova, the 21-year-old from the Czech Republic who captured the Wimbledon ladies’ singles title, will play in the 2011 Mercury Insurance Open Presented by Tri-City Medical Center, July 30 – August 7 at the La Costa Resort and Spa, > read more
Wimbledon – Day 12 Results
Published on 2011-07-02 13:44:51
WIMBLEDON London, England June 20-July 3, 2011 Grass/Outdoors Saturday, July 2, 2011 Singles – Final [8] Petra Kvitova (CZE #8) d. [5] Maria Sharapova (RUS #6) 63 64 Doubles – Final (2) Peschke/Srebotnik (CZE/SLO) d. Lisicki/Stosur (GER/ > read more
Final Wild Card for Newport Awarded to Denis Kudla
Published on 2011-07-02 13:30:33
The Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships began Saturday at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. John Isner, Tommy Haas, Ivo Karlovic and Ryan Harrison all scheduled to compete. The newest addition to the field is 18 year-old Denis Kud > read more
Peschke/Srebotnik Top WTA Doubles Rankings With Wimbledon Win
Published on 2011-07-02 13:00:51
By taking the Wimbledon Ladies’ doubles crown, Czech Republic’s Kveta Peschke and Slovenia’s Katarina Srebotnik will become joint World No.1 in the WTA doubles rankings on Monday July 4, 2011 Peschke/Srebotnik will climb to No.1 for the first t > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for July 3
Published on 2011-07-02 13:00:24
WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIPS 2011 INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR SUNDAY 3 JULY CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 2.00 PM START 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) [1] 1 vs Novak Djokovic (SRB) [2] 128 2 Jurgen Melzer (AUT) / Iveta Benesova (CZE) [9] 9 vs Mahesh Bhupa > read more
Wilson Tour Player Petra Kvitova Earns Wimbledon Title
Published on 2011-07-02 10:20:44
Known as a heavy hitter, Petra Kvitova used her big serve and Wilson Tour BLX racquet to take the Wimbledon title in 2 sets over Maria Sharapova. Kvitova kept Sharapova running with 18 winners and broke her serve in the opening game of the second set > read more
Mercury Insurance Open Opportunity Tournament – Friday’s Quarterfinal Results
Published on 2011-07-01 18:06:01
Mercury Insurance Open Presented by Tri-City Medical Center Opportunity Tournament At The Riviera Tennis Club Pacific Palisades, Calif. Surface: Hard-Outdoor Friday, July 1 – RESULTS Singles Quarterfinals Maxine Thomas, > read more
Djokovic to Ascend to No. 1, Advances to Wimbledon Final to Face Nadal
Published on 2011-07-01 17:11:11
REFILE – ADDING BYLINE Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts after defeating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in their semi-final match at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London July 1, 2011. REUTERS/Carl de Souza/Pool (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT > read more
Wimbledon – Day 11 Results
Published on 2011-07-01 15:30:39
Gentlemen’s Singles – Semi-finals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [4] A Murray (GBR) 57 62 62 64 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d [12] J Tsonga (FRA) 76(4) 62 67(9) 63 Doubles – Semi-finals [1] B Bryan (USA) / M Bryan (USA) d [6] M Llodra (FRA) / N Zimonjic > read more
Mercury Insurance Open Opportunity Tournament Results
Published on 2011-06-30 20:27:36
Mercury Insurance Open Presented by Tri-City Medical Center Opportunity Tournament At The Riviera Tennis Club Pacific Palisades, Calif. Surface: Hard-Outdoor Thursday, June 30 – RESULTS Singles First Round Amanda Fink (1), Calabasas, Bye Max > read more
Sharapova and Kvitova “Serve” themselves into the Wimbledon Ladies’ Final
Published on 2011-06-30 15:00:51
Maria Sharapova of Russia celebrates after defeating Sabine Lisicki of Germany in their semi-final match at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 30, 2011. REUTERS/Eddie Keogh (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Maria Sharapova and Petra > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for July 1
Published on 2011-06-30 14:45:02
WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIPS 2011 INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR FRIDAY 1 JULY CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA) [12] 80 vs Novak Djokovic (SRB) [2] 128 2 Rafael Nadal (ESP) [1] 1 vs Andy Murray (GBR) [4] 33 3 Sabine L > read more
Wimbledon – Day 10 Results
Published on 2011-06-30 14:20:42
June 30, 2011 Ladies’ Singles - Semifinals (8) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) 61 36 62 (5) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (WC) Sabine Lisicki (GER) 64 63 Doubles – Quarterfinals (2) Peschke/Srebotnik (CZE/SLO) d. (8) Peng/Zhen > read more
Milos Raonic Out of Davis Cup
Published on 2011-06-30 14:10:58
Tennis Canada announced on Thursday that Milos Raonic will not be participating in Canada’s Davis Cup tie against Ecuador, scheduled for July 8-10 in Guayaquil. Canada’s four-person roster will be Philip Bester, Daniel Nestor, Peter Polansky an > read more
World of Tennis Presented by BNP Paribas Returns for Second Season
Published on 2011-06-30 12:10:04
MSG Sports and StarGames announced today that the popular “World of Tennis Presented by BNP Paribas” will return for a second season. This year, Tennis Channel will first air each episode on Wednesday nights throughout the summer at 10:00 p.m. fo > read more
ESPN Wimbledon: Enberg’s Finale Marked by “Enberg’s Reflections” Vignettes
Published on 2011-06-30 11:29:29
Dick Enberg – whose voice, eloquence and enthusiasm, including his signature “Oh, My!”, have graced ESPN’s Wimbledon telecasts since 2004 – is calling his 28th and final fortnight in London. He first worked the event he calls his favorite > read more
ESPN 3D Adds Live Coverage of a Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Semifinal Friday
Published on 2011-06-30 11:10:49
ESPN 3D has added a live telecast of the Jo-Wilfried Tsonga vs. Novak Djokovic Gentlemen’s semifinal at Wimbledon on Friday, July 1, at 7:45 a.m. ET to its schedule, the network’s first tennis programming. Later that day, ESPN 3D, which launche > read more
Dolgopolov to Play Winston-Salem Open
Published on 2011-06-30 09:37:12
The Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University has announced that Alexandr Dolgopolov will compete in the inaugural tournament in August. Dolgopolov joins Americans Mardy Fish, John Isner, Sam Querrey and Ryan Harrison in the 48-player f > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for July 1 (Centre Court)
Published on 2011-06-30 09:27:40
INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR FRIDAY 1 JULY CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA) [12] 80 vs Novak Djokovic (SRB) [2] 128 2 Rafael Nadal (ESP) [1] 1 vs Andy Murray (GBR) [4] 33 > read more
Tsonga Bids Federer “Au Revoir” in Wimbledon Quarterfinals
Published on 2011-06-29 15:57:23
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France celebrates after defeating Roger Federer of Switzerland in their quarter-final match at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 29, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
Wimbledon – Day 9 Results
Published on 2011-06-29 15:55:00
WIMBLEDON London, England June 20-July 3, 2011 Grass/Outdoors Tuesday, June 28, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [10] M Fish (USA) 63 63 57 64 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d [Q] B Tomic (AUS) 62 36 63 75 [12] J Tsonga (FRA) d [3] R Fe > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 30
Published on 2011-06-29 14:22:04
WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIPS 2011 INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR THURSDAY 30 JUNE CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Victoria Azarenka (BLR) [4] 96 vs Petra Kvitova (CZE) [8] 97 2 Maria Sharapova (RUS) [5] 32 vs Sabine Lisicki (GER) 35 3 > read more
Sharapova Leads Charge into Wimbledon Ladies’ Semis
Published on 2011-06-28 17:59:50
Russian Maria Sharapova returns in the match with Slovakia’s Dominika Cibulkova on the eigth day of the 125th Wimbledon Championships in Wimbledon,England on Tuesday, June 28, 2011. UPI/Hugo Philpott 2004 Wimbledon champion Maria > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 29
Published on 2011-06-28 16:30:00
INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR WEDNESDAY 29 JUNE CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA) [12] 80 vs Roger Federer (SUI) [3] 96 2 Andy Murray (GBR) [4] 33 vs Feliciano Lopez (ESP) 59 COURT 1 – SHOW CO > read more
Wimbledon – Day 8 Results
Published on 2011-06-28 16:29:49
Sabine Lisicki of Germany celebrates after defeating Marion Bartoli of France at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 28, 2011. REUTERS/Eddie Keogh (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) WIMBLEDON London, England June 20-July 3, 201 > read more
John Isner to Play Newport
Published on 2011-06-28 15:06:50
John Isner will be headed to Newport, R.I. for Fourth of July week, to compete in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, which will be hosted at the International Tennis Hall of Fame on July 4 – 10. Isner is currently the No. 4 > read more
Davis Cup Team Nominations for the World Group Quarterfinals and Zone Group Ties
Published on 2011-06-28 11:56:40
WORLD GROUP QUARTERFINALS SWEDEN v SERBIA Venue: Halmstad Arena, Halmstad, SWE (hard – indoors) Sweden Michael Ryderstedt Ervin Eleskovic Robert Lindstedt Simon Aspelin Captain: Thomas Enqvist Serbia Novak Djokovic Viktor Troic > read more
Fish, Roddick and Bryan Brothers named to US Davis Cup Team to Face Spain
Published on 2011-06-28 10:30:26
The USTA and U.S. Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier announced today that world No. 9 Mardy Fish, No. 10 Andy Roddick, and the world’s top-ranked doubles team of Bob and Mike Bryan will represent the United States in the 2011 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Qu > read more
Williams Sisters and Wozniacki Ousted, Sharapova Through on Upset Monday at Wimbledon
Published on 2011-06-27 17:40:22
Serena Williams of the U.S. leaves the court after being defeated by Marion Bartoli of France at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 27, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Serena and Venus Wil > read more
Wimbledon – Nadal Battles Del Potro and Foot Injury
Published on 2011-06-27 17:04:52
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 27, 2011. REUTERS/Suzanne Plunkett (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Top seeded Rafael Nadal survived a foot > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 28
Published on 2011-06-27 16:00:23
INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR TUESDAY 28 JUNE CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Sabine Lisicki (GER) 35 vs Marion Bartoli (FRA) [9] 49 2 Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) [24] 9 vs Maria Sharapova (RUS) [5] 32 3 Rohan Bopanna (IND) > read more
Wimbledon – Day 7 Results
Published on 2011-06-27 14:10:00
Fance’s Marion Bartoli celebrates her win over Serena Williams in her match on the eigth day of the 125th Wimbledon Championships in Wimbledon,England on Monday, June 27, 2011. UPI/Hugo Philpott WIMBLEDON London, England June 20-July 3, > read more
2011 USTA Collegiate Team Named
Published on 2011-06-27 11:00:38
The USTA announced on Monday that 19 of the nation’s top men’s and women’s collegiate tennis players have been named to the 2011 USTA Collegiate Team, administered by the USTA and the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA). > read more
Roddick, Fish, Isner and Nalbandian returning to DC toPlay Legg Mason Tennis Classic
Published on 2011-06-27 10:38:58
The 2011 Legg Mason Tennis Classic presented by GEICO star-studded player field has been finalized and includes ten Top 30 players. The field is led by top-ranked American Mardy Fish, currently #9 in the world, three-time champion Andy Roddick (2001, > read more
Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Round of 16 Facts and Figures
Published on 2011-06-26 07:00:40
Spain’s Rafael Nadal returns in his match against Luxembourg’s Gilles Muller on the sixth day of the 125th Wimbledon Championships in Wimbledon,England on Saturday, June 25, 2011. UPI/Hugo Philpott Monday June 27 2011 GentlemenR > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 27
Published on 2011-06-25 16:33:23
INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR MONDAY 27 JUNE 2011 CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Andy Murray (GBR) [4] 33 vs Richard Gasquet (FRA) [17] 41 2 Venus Williams (USA) [23] 120 vs Tsvetana Pironkova (BUL) [32] 121 3 Rafael Nadal (ESP) [1] 1 > read more
Wimbledon – Day 6 Results
Published on 2011-06-25 15:30:27
A line judge watches the court during the match between Francesca Schiavone of Italy and Tamira Paszek of Austria at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 25, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) WIMBLED > read more
About 300 Tickets for USA vs Spain Davis Cup Tie on Sale Monday June 27
Published on 2011-06-25 13:14:38
The USTA announced on Saturday that approximately 300 tickets for the 2011 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Quarterfinal between the United States and Spain will be made available to the general public on Monday, June 27, at 10 a.m. CT. The quarterfinal will > read more
WTA Tournament of Champions to Take Place in Sofia, Bulgaria for 2012-2014
Published on 2011-06-25 01:55:29
The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) has announced that the Tournament of Champions, the annual season-ending event for the WTA’s top International tournament winners, will take place in Sofia, Bulgaria in 2012, 2013 and 2014. The tournament wi > read more
Wimbledon Day 5 – Roddick Loss Leads a Day of Upsets
Published on 2011-06-24 16:44:19
Andy Roddick walks off the court after being defeated by Feliciano Lopez of Spain at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 24, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Eighth seeded Andy Roddick was upset 7- > read more
Wimbledon – Day 5 Results
Published on 2011-06-24 16:43:29
Andy Murray of Britain (FOREGROUND) serves to Ivan Ljubicic of Croatia under the closed roof on Centre Court at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 24, 2011. REUTERS/Stefan Wermuth (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) WIMBLEDON L > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 25
Published on 2011-06-24 13:05:42
INTENDED ORDER OF PLAY FOR SATURDAY 25 JUNE 2011 Centre and Court 1 only CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) [1] 1 vs Jarmila Gajdosova (AUS) [27] 8 2 David Nalbandian (ARG) [28] 89 vs Roger Federer (SUI) [3] 96 > read more
Wimbledon Day 4 – Lisicki Serves Notice
Published on 2011-06-23 18:30:45
It took a wild card for Germany’s Sabine Lisicki to gain entrance into the Wimbledon draw. She made good use of it, saving two match points in a 3-6, 6-4, 8-6 comeback win over French Open champion and No. 3 seed Li Na on Thursday to advan > read more
Wimbledon – Day 4 Results
Published on 2011-06-23 17:09:20
Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts after slipping during his match against Kevin Anderson of South Africa at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 23, 2011. REUTERS/Suzanne Plunkett (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) WIMBLEDON Londo > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 24
Published on 2011-06-23 16:14:28
Wimbledon 2011 Schedule for Day 5: Friday 24 June 2011 CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1 Feliciano Lopez (ESP) 59 vs Andy Roddick (USA) [8] 64 2 Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) [25] 89 vs Victoria Azarenka (BLR) [4] 96 3 Andy Murray (GBR) [4 > read more
Top US Juniors to Compete at Wimbledon Boys’ and Girls’ Championships
Published on 2011-06-23 11:39:40
The USTA announced that eight American boys and ten American girls have been accepted into the main draw and the qualifying draw at the 2011 Wimbledon Junior Championships. The main draw will be played June 26-July 3 at The All England Lawn Tennis > read more
Wimbledon Day 3 – Venus Williams Eclipses Date-Krumm
Published on 2011-06-22 18:00:23
American Venus Williams reacts in her match against Japan’s Kimiko Date-Krumm on the third day of the 125th Wimbledon Championships in Wimbledon,England on Wednesday, June 22, 2011. UPI/Hugo Philpott In tennis terms, it was a batt > read more
Wimbledon – Day 3 Results
Published on 2011-06-22 16:22:46
The sun is reflected off spectators on Court 1 at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 22, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
USTA Announces Public Events During Davis Cup Week in Austin, Texas
Published on 2011-06-22 15:59:16
The USTA announced today that it will host a variety of public events in Austin, Texas to give fans greater access to the players participating in the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Quarterfinal between the United States and Spain, July 8-10 at the Univers > read more
Serena Williams Adds Dates to World TeamTennis Schedule
Published on 2011-06-22 15:26:39
Serena Williams has added two more World TeamTennis matches to her July schedule. Williams, who was already scheduled to play for the Washington Kastles on July 7 in Washington, D.C., and July 9 in Sacramento, Calif., will also play two > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 23
Published on 2011-06-22 14:46:59
Wimbledon 2011 Schedule for Day 4: Thursday 23 June 2011 Centre Court 13:00 Start Time 1. Gentlemen’s Singles – 2nd Round Robin Soderling (SWE)[5] v. Lleyton Hewitt (AUS) 2. Ladies’ Singles – 2nd Round Na Li (CHN)[3] v. Sabine > read more
Zvonareva, Kuznetsova and Radwanska Join Mercury Insurance Open Field
Published on 2011-06-22 08:56:46
Vera Zvonareva of Russia returns the ball during her International Women’s Open tennis tournament match defeat of Serena Williams of the U.S. at Eastbourne in southern England June 15, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TE > read more
Wimbledon Day 2 -Tears of Joy for Serena
Published on 2011-06-21 17:49:56
Serena Williams of the U.S. reacts after defeating Aravane Rezai of France at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 21, 2011. REUTERS/Stefan Wermuth (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS IMAGE OF THE DAY TOP PICTURE) Defending Champion Sere > read more
Wimbledon – Day 2 Results
Published on 2011-06-21 16:38:22
A steward stands on Centre Court at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 21, 2011. REUTERS/Stefan Wermuth (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) London, England June 20-July 3, 2011 Grass/Outdoors Tuesday, June 21, 2011 Ladies’ > read more
Williams Sisters to Play Rogers Cup
Published on 2011-06-21 15:59:59
Venus and Serena Williams are slated to participate in Totonto’s Rogers Cup. The tournament runs from August 6-14. “Venus and I are thrilled to come to Toronto this summer to play at Rogers Cup,” said 13-time Grand Slam singles champion, Serena > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 22
Published on 2011-06-21 15:27:24
Wimbledon 2011 Schedule for Day 3: Tuesday 22 June 2011 Centre Court 13:00 Start Time 1. Ladies’ Singles – 2nd Round Kimiko Date-Krumm (JPN) v. Venus Williams (USA)[23] 2. Gentlemen’s Singles – 2nd Round Rafael Nadal (ESP)[1] > read more
Rising Stars Dimitrov and Berankis Added to Newport Player Field
Published on 2011-06-21 13:16:11
New commitments to the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships include world No. 62 Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria, who, at 20 years old is the youngest player inside world top 100 on the South African Airways ATP World Tour Rankings. Joining > read more
Yannick Noah – Davis Cup Idols
Published on 2011-06-21 10:52:45
http://youtu.be/9kfF6tWxzs8 Yannick Noah looks back on his illustrious Davis Cup career for France, highlighted by two triumphs as the team’s captain in 1991 and 1996. This is the latest interview in the ITF’s Davis Cup Idols video series, which > read more
Serena Williams’ New Commercial for Blade BLX Racquet to Debut on Wilson Website
Published on 2011-06-20 18:32:56
Serena Williams‘ new commercial “Controlled Aggression” for her Blade BLX racquet is debuting on the Wilson website before she hits the court on Tuesday to begin defense of her 2010 Wimbledon crown on Tuesday. > read more
Wimbledon Day 1- Nadal Wins 15th Straight, Murray, Venus Williams Advance
Published on 2011-06-20 17:00:00
A steward holds an umbrella as the roof is closed over Centre Court during the match between Francesca Schiavone of Italy and Jelena Dokic of Australia at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London June 20, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN R > read more
A Taste of Wimbledon in New York City
Published on 2011-06-20 16:00:33
New York City may be over 3000 miles away from London, but HSBC Bank brought Wimbledon to New York Citiy’s Rockefeller Center on Tuesday. Tennis Hall of Famers Monica Seles and Jim Courier played tennis with fans on a grass court to celebrate the f > read more
Wimbledon – Day 1 Results
Published on 2011-06-20 15:59:59
Staff make final preparations at Wimbledon in London June 18, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Wimbledon – Day 1 Results Monday, June 20, 2011 Ladies’ Singles – First Round (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 21
Published on 2011-06-20 13:45:11
The Championships 2011 Intended Order of Play for Tuesday 21 June 2011 CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1. Aravane Rezai (FRA) vs Serena Williams (USA) [7] 2. Mikhail Kukushkin (KAZ) vs Roger Federer (SUI) [3] 3. Jeremy Chardy > read more
Wimbledon Cancels Many Monday Session Matches
Published on 2011-06-20 12:22:59
Wimbledon Referee Andrew Jarrett has announced that the following matches at Wimbledon have been cancelled for Monday June 20, 2011 Radek Stepanek (CZE) vs Fernando Verdasco (ESP) [21] Jelena Jankovic (SRB) [15] vs Maria Jose Martinez S > read more
Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Contender Profiles – Fast Facts with Jack Cunniff
Published on 2011-06-19 09:29:20
Profiles of the top contenders for 2011 Wimbledon. Note: Grand Slam records for main draw matches only. – by Jack Cunniff http://twitter.com/jrcunniff 1. Rafael Nadal (ESP) 2011 Record: 45-7 Grand Slam Record: 131-18 Wimbledon Record: 29-4 Wimb > read more
Wimbledon Ladies’ Contender Profiles – Fast Facts with Jack Cunniff
Published on 2011-06-19 09:21:03
Profiles of the top contenders for 2011 Wimbledon. Note: Grand Slam records for main draw matches only. – by Jack Cunniff http://twitter.com/jrcunniff 1. Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 2011 Record: 45-8 Grand Slam Record: 47-17 Wimbledon Record: 9-4 > read more
Wimbledon Order of Play for June 20
Published on 2011-06-19 06:17:52
The Championships 2011 Intended Order of Play for Monday 20 June 2011 CENTRE – SHOW COURT – 1.00 PM START 1. Rafael Nadal (ESP) [1] 1 vs Michael Russell (USA) 2 2. Francesca Schiavone (ITA) [6] 65 vs Jelena Dokic (AUS) 66 3. Andy M > read more
Wimbledon Gentlemen’s First Round Head-to-Head Records
Published on 2011-06-19 06:16:19
Singles Head to Head Career Rafael NADAL v Michael RUSSELL NO MATCHES PLAYED Pablo ANDUJAR v Ryan SWEETING NO MATCHES PLAYED Gilles MULLER v Tommy HAAS TIED 1 : 1 2006 Delray Beach Hard (O) QF Tommy HAAS 6-3 6-2 2008 U.S. Open Hard (O) R64 Gilles MUL > read more
Tursunov Dispatches Dodig for UNICEF Open Crown
Published on 2011-06-18 13:42:29
Dmitry Tursunov of Russia shows the trophy after his victory over Ivan Dodig of Croatia at the men’s final match at the UNICEF Open tennis tournament in Den Bosch June 18, 2011. REUTERS/Paul Vreeker/United Photos (NETHERLANDS – Tags: SPOR > read more
Bartoli Reigns at Eastbourne
Published on 2011-06-18 13:00:19
France’s Marion Bartoli celebrates with the trophy after beating Czech Republic’s Petra Kvitova to win the International Women’s Open tennis tournament match in Eastbourne, southern England June 18, 2011. REUTERS/Eddie Keogh (BRITAI > read more
Vinci Victorious at UNICEF Open
Published on 2011-06-18 10:21:57
Roberta Vinci of Italy shows the trophy after winning the women’s final match against Jelena Dokic of Australia at the Unicef Open tennis tournament in Den Bosch June 18, 2011. REUTERS/Paul Vreeker/United Photos (NETHERLANDS – Tags: SPORT > read more
Eastbourne June 17 Results and June 18 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-17 14:01:39
AEGON INTERNATIONAL Eastbourne, England June 13-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors Results – Friday, June 17, 2011 (all matches cancelled due to rain) CENTRE COURT start 10:30 am [7] S Stosur (AUS) vs [6] M Bartoli (FRA) – WTA K Nishikori (JPN) vs [ > read more
UNICEF Open – ‘s-Hertogenbosch June 17 Results and June 18 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-17 14:00:51
UNICEF OPEN ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands June 12-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors Results – Friday, June 17, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (7) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. (5) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) 75 61 Jelena Dokic (AUS) d. (Q) Romina Oprandi (I > read more
Wimbledon Broadcast Schedule
Published on 2011-06-17 12:06:01
Monday, June 20 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Wimbledon Early Rounds Day 1 – ESPN2 and ESPN3.com – LIVE 7 p.m.: Wimbledon Primetime – The Tennis Channel 11 p.m.: Wimbledon Primetime – The Tennis Channel Tuesday, June 21 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Wimbledon Earl > read more
Wimbledon Singles Draws
Published on 2011-06-17 07:07:19
The Wimbledon draws were announced on Friday morning at the AELTC. Ladies’ Singles Draw Caroline Wozniacki DEN (1) vs Arantxa Parra Santonja ESP Sania Mirza IND vs Virginie Razzano FRA Anastasia Rodionova AUS vs Andrea Hlavackova CZE Alona Bond > read more
Net Notes for June 16, 2011
Published on 2011-06-16 19:00:48
In the News: Daniela Hantuchova of Slovakia celebrates winning a point against Venus Williams of the U.S. during their International Women’s Open tennis tournament match in Eastbourne, southern England, June 16, 2011. REUTERS/Dyla > read more
Tennis Meets Fashion at WTA’s Pre-Wimbledon Party
Published on 2011-06-16 18:59:44
The WTA and the British Fashion Council partnered to raise awareness between sports and fashion at the pre-Wimbledon party on Thursday night at the Kensington Rooftop Gardens in London. The aim of the WTA-British Fashion Council collaboration > read more
Eastbourne June 16 Results and June 17 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-16 16:36:29
AEGON INTERNATIONAL Eastbourne, England June 13-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors WTA Results Thursday, June 16, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (7) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) 46 76(4) 64 (6) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. (3) Victoria Azare > read more
UNICEF Open – ‘s-Hertogenbosch June 16 Results and June 17 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-16 16:31:57
UNICEF OPEN ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands June 12-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors WTA Results Thursday, June 16, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (7) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. (3) Yanina Wickmayer (BEL) 64 64 Jelena Dokic (AUS) d. Johanna Larsson (SWE) > read more
USTA Launches “Follow Me to the US Open” Contest
Published on 2011-06-16 15:15:44
The USTA has announced the launch of its “Follow Me to the US Open” contest that is designed to allow fans to actively engage and follow tennis all summer long from the US Open ticket on-sale on June 13, through the Olympus US Open Series and the > read more
Legg Mason Tennis Classic Plans Special Events for Fans
Published on 2011-06-16 15:00:31
National Parks Recreation Family Day Saturday, July 30 Gates open at 9am Families (up to six persons with a minimum of one child under 18 years of age) will be admitted for FREE at this year’s National Parks Recreation Family Day! The first 3,0 > read more
Rolex signs on as Official Timekeeper of WTA Year-End Championships
Published on 2011-06-16 11:30:30
Rolex will be the Official Timekeeper of the year-end TEB BNP Paribas WTA Championships for six years starting with 2011. WTA’s year-end Championships will take place in Istanbul, Turkey, in 2011, 2012 and 2013. Rolex will receive global exposure > read more
Net Notes for June 15, 2011
Published on 2011-06-15 19:00:04
In the News: Kim Clijsters out of Wimbledon Kim Clijsters has withdrawn for Wimbledon with a foot injury. “I’m very very disappointed to have to withdraw from Wimbledon after injuring my foot again at the tournament in ‘S Hertogenbosch. > read more
Serena Williams falls to Zvonareva at Eastbourne
Published on 2011-06-15 17:00:09
Vera Zvonareva of Russia returns the ball during her International Women’s Open tennis tournament match defeat of Serena Williams of the U.S. at Eastbourne in southern England June 15, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TE > read more
Dunlop Signs Michael Russell
Published on 2011-06-15 16:00:35
Fourteen year ATP World Tour veteran Michael Russell has been signed by Dunlop to represent the Biomimetic 500 Tour Team. “Mike came to us looking for more power than he was getting with his old rackets, but he certainly wasn’t willing to sac > read more
Initial Player Field Announced For 85th Farmers Classic
Published on 2011-06-15 15:44:45
The 85th annual Farmers Classic, presented by Mercedes-Benz, part of the Olympus US Open Series and ATP World Tour 250 tournament will take place July 25-31 at the Los Angeles Tennis Center on the campus of UCLA. Top ranked American Mardy Fish > read more
Eastbourne June 15 Results and June 16 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-15 15:31:25
AEGON INTERNATIONAL Eastbourne, England June 13-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, June 15, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (WC) Serena Williams (USA) 36 76(5) 75 Daniela Hantu > read more
UNICEF Open – ‘s-Hertogenbosch June 15 Results and June 16 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-15 13:00:19
UNICEF OPEN ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands June 12-18, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors WTA Results – Wednesday, June 15, 2011 Singles – Second Round (2) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) d. Sara Errani (ITA) 3 > read more
Kim Clijsters Withdraws From Wimbledon
Published on 2011-06-15 09:32:50
Kim Clijsters has withdrawn from Wimbledon with a foot injury. She released an official statement: “I’m very very disappointed to have to withdraw from Wimbledon after injuring my foot again at the tournament in ‘S Hertogenbosch. At > read more
Wimbledon Seeds Announced
Published on 2011-06-15 04:30:34
Wimbledon seeds were announced on Wednesday. The Gentlemen’s singles seeds are created with the use of a formula with an emphasis on ranking points and grass court tournaments over the past 12 months. For the Ladies – the seeding order follow > read more
Net Notes for June 14, 2011
Published on 2011-06-14 19:00:17
Kim Clijsters of Belgium pauses during her French Open womens second round match against Arantxa Rus of The Netherlands at Roland Garros in Paris on May 26, 2011. Rus defeated Clijsters 3-6, 7-5, 6-1 to advance to the third round. UPI/David Silpa > read more
“Rusty” Serena Williams Nails First Match of Comeback
Published on 2011-06-14 17:15:29
Serena Williams of the U.S. returns the ball during her International Women’s Open tennis tournament match against Tsvetana Pironkova of Bulgaria in Eastbourne, southern England June 14, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT > read more
Bank of the West Classic Player Field includes Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova
Published on 2011-06-14 17:00:46
The Bank of the West Classic announced their player field for this summer’s tournament. The filed includes four top-10 players – 13-time Grand Slam Champion Serena Williams, three-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova, defending champion > read more
“On The Call” with Chris Evert and Brad Gilbert
Published on 2011-06-14 15:39:25
ESPN tennis analysts Brad Gilbert and the newly hired Chris Evert, along with ESPN executives Jason Bernstein, Jed Drake and Jamie Reynolds discussed 2011 Wimbledon on a media conference call on Tuesday. Here are a few excerpts from the call: > read more
Eastbourne June 14 Results and June 15 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-14 15:15:51
AEGON INTERNATIONAL Eastbourne, England June 13-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, June 14, 2011 WTA Singles – First Round (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (WC) Heather Watson (GBR) 63 63 (2) Li Na (CHN) d. (Q) Tamira Paszek (AUT) 75 6 > read more
“On The Call” with Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe
Published on 2011-06-14 14:36:19
Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe will renew their old rivalry on July 14 when they battle in singles and in doubles in World Team Tennis when the New York Sportime host the Philadelphia Freedoms. The former combatants hosted a media conference call on > read more
UNICEF Open – ‘s-Hertogenbosch June 14 Results and June 15 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-14 11:52:43
UNICEF OPEN ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands June 12-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors WTA Results – Tuesday, June 14, 2011 Singles – Second Round (Q) Romina Oprandi (ITA) d. (1) Kim Clijsters (BEL) 76(5) 63 Kimiko Date-Krumm (JPN) d. Lourdes Do > read more
Net Notes for June 13, 2011
Published on 2011-06-13 20:00:06
In The News: Serena and Venus Williams are Back Venus Williams of the U.S. returns a shot from Germany’s Andrea Petkovic during the International Women’s Open tennis tournament in Eastbourne, southern England June 13, 2011. REUTERS/Eddie > read more
Serena Williams is Excited To Be Back, “I was literally on my deathbed”
Published on 2011-06-13 18:00:45
Serena Williams of the U.S. attends a news conference during the International Women’s Open tennis tournament in Eastbourne, southern England June 13, 2011. REUTERS/Eddie Keogh (BRITAIN – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Serena Williams spoke t > read more
Eastbourne June 13 Results and June 14 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-13 17:41:34
AEGON INTERNATIONAL Eastbourne, England June 13-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors WTA Results – Monday, June 13, 2011 Singles – First Round (3) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. Peng Shuai (CHN) 64 76(2) (5) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. Anastasija Sevastova (LA > read more
US Open Takes Over Times Square For Second Year
Published on 2011-06-13 15:00:37
NEW YORK, NY – The US Open Experience took over Times Square for the second year in a row to promote the first day that US Open tickets went on sale to the general public. Fans were able to purchase tickets at kiosks, play on a mini tennis cour > read more
Lindsay Davenport Joins Tennis Channel’s Wimbledon Coverage Team
Published on 2011-06-13 14:34:45
Lindsday Davenport will join Tennis Channel as an analyst as part of the coverage team at Wimbledon. She’ll be joining Martina Navratilova, Bill Macatee and fellow analyst Justin Gimelstob on the four-hour nightly tournament show Wimbledon Primet > read more
UNICEF Open – ‘s-Hertogenbosch June 13 Results and June 14 Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-13 13:28:08
UNICEF OPEN ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands June 12-18, 2011 Grass/Outdoors WTA Results – Monday, June 13, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. Monica Niculescu (ROU) 75 75 (2) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) d. (Q) Arantxa > read more
ESPN To Provide Wimbledon Coverage Over Multiple Platforms
Published on 2011-06-13 13:19:30
ESPN is set to provide even more Wimbledon coverage in more ways than ever. The sports network will add hours to its broadband, mobile and interactive TV offerings, the first tennis ever on ESPN 3D and the Wimbledon debut of the WatchESPN App. Vi > read more
Adam Helfant To Leave ATP World Tour At End of 2011
Published on 2011-06-13 12:25:14
The ATP announced that ATP Executive Chairman and President Adam Helfant will not seek to continue his position with the Tour beyond the completion of his three-year contract at the end of this year. Helfant joined the ATP in January 2009 and has ove > read more
Agassi to Play Exhibition Day After Hall of Fame Induction
Published on 2011-06-13 12:00:38
It will be a very busy weekend for Andre Agassi who will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on July 9. He will be playing an exhibition match in Newport, the match is scheduled for July at 10 a.m. He’ll team up with Todd Martin > read more
Murray, Bryan Brothers Win Titles at Queen’s Club
Published on 2011-06-13 11:44:29
Andy Murray of Britain holds The Queen’s Cup trophy after winning his singles final match against Jo-Wilfred Tsonga of France at the Queen’s Club Championships in west London June 13, 2011. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN – Tags: SPO > read more
Eastbourne Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-12 17:57:58
RESULTS - SUNDAY, 12 JUNE, 2011 No matches played due to rain. ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, 13 JUNE, 2011 CENTRE COURT start 10:30 am Qualifying – S Cirstea (ROU) vs A Keothavong (GBR) – WTA Not Before 12:00 PM [8] A Petkovic (GER) vs > read more
UNICEF Open -‘s-Hertogenbosch Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-06-12 17:52:45
RESULTS - SUNDAY, 12 JUNE, 2011 Men’s Singles – First Round [4] I Dodig (CRO) d V Hanescu (ROU) 64 75 [WC] J Marti (ESP) d [8] D Gimeno-Traver (ESP) 63 76(4) A Haider-Maurer (AUT) d B Kavcic (SLO) 64 67(3) 64 Women’s Singles – First > read more
Kohlschreiber and “Indo-Pak Express” Win Titles at Halle
Published on 2011-06-12 13:01:18
Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany kisses the winner’s trophy after beating his compatriot Philipp Petzschner in the final match of the Halle Open ATP tennis tournament in Halle June 12, 2011. REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay (GERMANY – Tags: SPORT > read more
Rain Pushes Finals To Monday In Birmingham and London
Published on 2011-06-12 13:00:36
Rain has forced both the AEGON Classic and AEGON Championships to complete their respective tournaments on Monday. AEGON Championships London, England ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, 13 JUNE, 2011 CENTRE start 12:30 pm [5] J Tsonga (FRA) vs [2] A Murr > read more
Wozniacki Remains Perfect At Home With Tournament Win
Published on 2011-06-12 12:35:50
World No.1 Caroline Wozniacki won her fifth tournament of the year on Sunday with a victory in her home country. She defeated Lucie Safarova 6-1, 6-4 to claim the Copenhagen title for her 17th title career. “Congratulations > read more
A Look at WTA Comebacks
Published on 2011-06-12 09:21:12
Serena Williams of the U.S. celebrates winning a point against Russia’s Vera Zvonareva during the women’s singles final at the 2010 Wimbledon tennis championships in London in this July 3, 2010 file photo. Williams has pulled out of the F > read more
Wimbledon Wild Card Update as of June 12
Published on 2011-06-12 05:31:21
Additional wild cards for the Championships, Wimbledon have been announced. Those remaining will be released closer to the tournament. The Wimbledon tournament will take place from June 20 – July 3. Gentlemen’s Singles Arnaud Clement (FR > read more
Eastbourne and ‘s-Hertogenbosch Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-11 15:12:02
ORDER OF PLAY - SUNDAY, 12 JUNE, 2011 CENTRE COURT start 12:30 pm Qualifying – E Vesnina (RUS) vs M Lucic (CRO) Not Before 12:30 PM Qualifying – S Cirstea (ROU) vs A Keothavong (GBR) C Berlocq (ARG) vs [2] A Dolgopolov (UKR) COURT 1 sta > read more
WTA – Birmingham and Copenhagen June 11 Results, June 12 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-11 15:06:18
AEGON CLASSIC Birmingham, England June 6-12, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors Results – Saturday, June 11, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (4) Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) d. (2/WC) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) 67(2) 63 62 Sabine Lisicki (GER) d. ( > read more
ATP World Tour – Halle and London June 11 Results, June 12 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-11 15:02:33
AEGON Championships London, Great Britain ATP World Tour 250 6-12 June, 2011 Surface: Grass RESULTS – SATURDAY, 11 JUNE, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [2] A Murray (GBR) d [3] A Roddick (USA) 63 61 [5] J Tsonga (FRA) d [WC] > read more
WTA – Birmingham and Copenhagen June 10 Results, June 11 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-10 16:17:38
AEGON CLASSIC Birmingham, England June 6-12, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors Results – Friday, June 10, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (2/WC) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) d. Mirjana Lucic (CRO) 63 64 (3) Peng Shuai (CHN) d. Marina Erakovic > read more
ATP World Tour – Halle and London June 10 Results, June 11 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-10 15:12:04
AEGON Championships London, Great Britain ATP World Tour 250 6-12 June, 2011 Surface: Grass RESULTS – FRIDAY, 10 JUNE, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [5] J Tsonga (FRA) d [1] R Nadal (ESP) 67(3) 64 61 [2] A Murray (GBR) d [8] M C > read more
Net Notes for June 9, 2011
Published on 2011-06-09 18:00:37
In The News: Wimbledon Withdrawals The Championships, Wimbledon announced the current list of withdrawals and their replacements: Richard Berankis with a hip/thigh injury to be replaced by Florent Serra. Paul-Henri Mathieu with a kneee injury > read more
WTA – Birmingham and Copenhagen June 9 Results, June 10 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-09 16:26:39
AEGON CLASSIC Birmingham, England June 6-12, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors Results – Thursday, June 9, 2011 Singles – Third Round (2/WC) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) d. (13) Rebecca Marino (CAN) 63 62 (3) Peng Shuai (CHN) d. Heather Wa > read more
ATP World Tour – Halle and London June 9 Results, June 10 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-09 16:04:28
AEGON Championships London, Great Britain ATP World Tour 250 6-12 June, 2011 Surface: Grass RESULTS – THURSDAY, 9 JUNE, 2011 Singles – Third Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d R Stepanek (CZE) 63 57 61 [2] A Murray (GBR) d [14] J Tipsarev > read more
Mardy Fish to Play Los Angeles’ Farmers Classic
Published on 2011-06-09 12:00:51
Mardy Fish of the U.S. eyes a return during his semi-final match against Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the Sony Ericsson Open tennis tournament in Key Biscayne, Florida April 1, 2011. REUTERS/Hans Deryk (UNITED STATES – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
US Open Experience Comes to Times Square on June 13
Published on 2011-06-09 11:30:21
The USTA announced that the US Open Experience will take over Times Square in New York City on Monday, June 13, as part of its launch to promote the first day of ticket sales for the general public to the 2011 US Open which will be played at the USTA > read more
Latest Wimbledon Withdrawals
Published on 2011-06-09 06:38:52
Wimbledon has announced the latest withdrawals from the tournament: Gentlemen‘s Singles Richard Berankis with a hip/thigh injury to be replaced by Florent Serra. Paul-Henri Mathieu with a kneee injury to be repaced by James Blake. Thiemo De Bakker > read more
Net Notes for June 8, 2011
Published on 2011-06-08 17:00:15
In The News: Nadal Qualifies for Year-End Championships Rafael Nadal Second To Qualify For ATP World Tour Finals Li Na’s Roland Garros Victory Watched by 116 Million Viewers in China Approach Shots: McEnroe/Borg: Fire & Ice > read more
ATP World Tour – Halle and London June 8 Results, June 9 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-08 16:11:04
AEGON Championships London, Great Britain ATP World Tour 250 6-12 June, 2011 Surface: Grass RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 8 JUNE, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [Q] M Ebden (AUS) 64 64 [2] A Murray (GBR) d X Malisse (BEL) > read more
WTA – Birmingham and Copenhagen June 8 Results, June 9 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-08 16:06:18
AEGON CLASSIC Birmingham, England June 6-12, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, June 8, 2011 Singles – Second Round (2/WC) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) d. Anna Tatishvili (GEO) 61 60 (3) Peng Shuai (CHN) d. (Q) Naomi Br > read more
Rafael Nadal Second To Qualify For ATP World Tour Finals
Published on 2011-06-08 15:57:33
Rafael Nadal has become the second player to qualify for the 2011 ATP World Tour Finals. Nadal’s 6-4, 6-4 win over Australia’s Matthew Ebden means that the Spaniard now counts sufficient South African Airways 2011 ATP Rankings points to ensur > read more
Approach Shots: McEnroe/Borg: Fire & Ice Documentary Debuts on HBO This Saturday
Published on 2011-06-08 10:09:15
2011 marks the thirty-first anniversary of one of the greatest tennis matches played. The 1980 Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Final which pitted Bjorn Borg against John McEnroe was known for its drama including a fourth set tiebreak which McEnroe won 18-16, > read more
Li’s Roland Garros Victory Watched by 116 Million Viewers in China
Published on 2011-06-08 04:00:12
Li Na’s Roland Garros singles title victory, making her the first player from China to win a Grand Slam singles title, was a record-breaking television event in China. According to CCTV, Li Na’s victory over Italy’s Francesca Sc > read more
Net Notes for June 7, 2011
Published on 2011-06-07 18:00:20
In The News: Serena’s back News came on Monday afternoon that Serena Williams had committed to playing the Wimbledon warm-up at Eastbourne next week to prep for the defense of her Wimbledon crown. In a statement released by her agent, Williams said > read more
WTA – Birmingham and Copenhagen June 7 Results, June 8 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-07 17:11:10
AEGON CLASSIC Birmingham, England June 6-12, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, June 7, 2011 Singles – Second Round (Q) Arina Rodionova (RUS) d. (1) Kaia Kanepi (EST) 64 62 Mirjana Lucic (CRO) d. (5) Robe > read more
ATP World Tour – Halle and London June 7 Results, June 8 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-07 15:36:39
AEGON Championships London, Great Britain ATP World Tour 250 6-12 June, 2011 Surface: Grass RESULTS – TUESDAY, 7 JUNE, 2011 Singles – Second Round [3] A Roddick (USA) d F Lopez (ESP) 76(2) 67(5) 64 [WC] J Ward (GBR) d [4] > read more
James Blake to Play Legg Mason Tennis Classic
Published on 2011-06-07 15:22:00
James Blake is returning to the Legg Mason Tennis Classic presented by GEICO in 2011. Blake, the 2002 champion and 2005 runner-up, earned the first of his 10 ATP singles titles at the 2002 Legg Mason Tennis Classic, upsetting top-seeded Andre Agassi > read more
USTA Names Craig Jones Director of Youth Play and Competition
Published on 2011-06-07 15:20:05
Craig S. Jones has been named Director of Youth Play and Competition for the USTA. He will be responsible for helping to reshape youth competition in the U.S., particularly at the 10 and under level, as well as overseeing USTA’s Jr. Team Tennis p > read more
Date confirmed for 2012 Fed Cup Draw
Published on 2011-06-07 10:00:26
The ITF has announced that the draw for the 2012 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas will take place on Sunday 17 July in Kobe, Japan at the Bourbon Beans Dome. The draw will be held on court immediately following the conclusion of the 2011 Fed Cup World Group II > read more
Wimbledon Announces Initial Wild Cards
Published on 2011-06-07 06:01:46
The wild cards for the Championships, Wimbledon have been announced. Those remaining will be released closer to the tournament. The Wimbledon tournament will take place from June 20 – July 3. Gentlemen’s Singles Arnaud Clement (FRA) David C > read more
Serena Williams to Return to Tennis Tour at Eastbourne
Published on 2011-06-06 21:00:54
Tennis player Serena Williams takes in Game 2 of the NBA Finals basketball series between the Dallas Mavericks and the Miami Heat in Miami, June 2, 2011. REUTERS/Hans Deryk (UNITED STATES – Tags: SPORT BASKETBALL) &# > read more
Net Notes for June 6, 2011
Published on 2011-06-06 18:00:44
In The News: French Open men’s final sees ratings gains NBC Sports’ coverage of Sunday’s French Open men’s final earned the best overnight rating for the event in 12 years, and was up 63 percent from last year’s men’s final, according to > read more
WTA – Birmingham and Copenhagen June 6 Results, June 7 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-06 16:25:35
AEGON CLASSIC Birmingham, England June 6-12, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors Results – Monday, June 6, 2011 Singles – First Round (Q) Sara Gronert (GER) d. (10) Bojana Jovanovski (SRB) 61 57 64 Sabine Lisicki (GER) d. (12) Kimi > read more
ATP World Tour – Halle and London June 6 Results, June 7 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-06 15:58:50
AEGON Championships London, Great Britain ATP World Tour 250 6-12 June, 2011 Surface: Grass RESULTS – MONDAY, 6 JUNE, 2011 Singles – First Round [10] M Llodra (FRA) d J Pospisil (CZE) 63 62 [11] T Bellucci (BRA) d G Dimit > read more
Victoria Azarenka Officially Enters Stanford Tournament
Published on 2011-06-06 15:05:42
Last year’s Bank of the West Champion Victoria Azarenka has committed to playing again this year. She now joins a field that boasts four of the world’s top ten ranked women including Azarenka (No. 5), Maria Sharapova (No. 6), Marion Bartoli (No. > read more
Tommy Haas Awarded Newport Wild Card
Published on 2011-06-06 12:50:33
Former No. 2 in the world Tommy Haas has been awarded a wild card to compete in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, to be hosted at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, R.I. on July 4 – 10, 2011. This will the f > read more
Overnight Ratings for NBC Coverage of French Open Men’s Final Best in 12 Years
Published on 2011-06-06 11:31:08
NBC Sports’ coverage of Sunday’s French Open men’s final earned the best overnight rating for the event in 12 years, and was up 63 percent from last year’s men’s final, according to overnight data provided by The Nielsen Company. Rafa > read more
WTA Signs BNP Paribas and TEB as Joint Title Sponsors of Year-End Championships in Istanbul
Published on 2011-06-06 11:07:56
The WTA has announced that BNP Paribas and its Turkish partner Türk Ekonomi Bankasý (TEB) will become joint title sponsors of the year-end WTA Championships. The TEB-BNP Paribas WTA Championships will be held in Istanbul, Turkey in 2011, > read more
Winston-Salem Open Introduces Group Sales Program
Published on 2011-06-06 08:36:49
The Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University has introduced a group ticket sales program aimed at making tickets to the tournament more accessible to groups. Groups that purchase ten or more reserved daily tickets for the same session in the gr > read more
Special Events for Fans Attending Mercury Insurance Open
Published on 2011-06-06 08:10:19
Tennis fans attending the 2011 Mercury Insurance Open Presented by Tri-City Medical Center will be treated to a full schedule of special events during the July 30 – Aug. 7 women’s professional tennis tournament at the La Costa Resort and Spa, tou > read more
WTA – Birmingham and Copenhagen June 6 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-05 18:37:22
AEGON CLASSIC Birmingham, England June 6-12, 2011 $220,000/International Grass/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, June 6, 2011 Centre Court (from 11.00hrs) 1. Heather Watson vs. Chanelle Scheepers 2. Emily Webley-Smith vs. Magdalena Rybarikova 3. > read more
ATP World Tour – Halle and London June 6 Orders of Play
Published on 2011-06-05 17:06:48
AEGON Championships London, Great Britain ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 6 JUNE, 2011 CENTRE start 12:30 pm F Lopez (ESP) vs D Tursunov (RUS) N Mahut (FRA) vs [WC] O Golding (GBR) K Nishikori (JPN) vs [13] S Querrey (USA) R Sweeting (USA) vs [16] I Ljubic > read more
Rafael Nadal Defeats Roger Federer for Sixth French Open Crown
Published on 2011-06-05 13:02:10
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after defeating Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men’s final at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris June 5, 2011. REUTERS/Regis Duvignau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNI > read more
Bjorn Fratangelo of the US Wins Boys’ French Open Title
Published on 2011-06-05 10:00:06
Pittsburgh’s Bjorn Fratangelo upset No. 14 seed Dominic Thiem of Austria, 3-6, 6-3, 8-6, to win the boys’ singles title at the French Open Junior Championships. Fratangelo who was named after Bjorn Borg is the first American boy to win the Rolan > read more
Jabeur and Li Latest Champions To Benefit From Grand Slam® Development Fund
Published on 2011-06-05 09:50:55
Ons Jabeur of Tunisia poses with the trophy after defeating Monica Puig of Puerto Rico during their girls junior’s final at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris June 5, 2011. REUTERS/Radu Sigheti (FRANCE ̵ > read more
Rafael Nadal Versus Roger Federer -Tale of The Tape
Published on 2011-06-04 13:56:21
French Open Men’s Final No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v No. 3 Roger Federer (SUI) 2011 Roland Garros is celebrating the 110th edition of the French Championships and the 81st tournament since the event became international in 1925. It is also the 17 > read more
Chinese History – Li Na Wins French Open
Published on 2011-06-04 12:30:23
Li Na of China kisses the trophy after winning her women’s final against Francesca Schiavone of Italy at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris June 4, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT T > read more
It is Li Na or Na Li?
Published on 2011-06-04 11:22:16
Li Na of China raises the trophy after winning her women’s final against Francesca Schiavone of Italy at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris June 4, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT T > read more
Federer Stops Djokovic Streak, Nadal Knocks out Murray, Will Meet in French Open Final
Published on 2011-06-03 19:00:42
It was a tale of bookends – back in 2010 when Roger Federer defeated Novak Djokovic in the semifinals of ATP World Tour Finals, who knew that the Serbian would win his next 43 straight and have his streak ended by the Swiss Federer at Roland Garr > read more
Djokovic’s Streak – By The Numbers
Published on 2011-06-03 17:21:15
CHARLES PLATIAU/Reuters/Fotoglif On December 3rd, 2010, Novak Djokovic won his opening match in the Davis Cup final, and started on a run of 43 straight match wins. Exactly six months later, on June 3rd, 2011, the Serbian’s streak ended , a > read more
French Open Results and Saturday Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-06-03 16:00:51
RESULTS – FRIDAY, 3 JUNE, 2011 Men’s Singles – Semi-final [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [4] A Murray (GBR) 64 75 64 [3] R Federer (SUI) d [2] N Djokovic (SRB) 76(5) 63 36 76(5) ORDER OF PLAY – SATURDAY, 4 JUNE, 2011 COURT PHILIPPE CHATR > read more
“World Tennis with Harry Cicma” is Back for Third Season on NESN
Published on 2011-06-03 07:48:45
“World Tennis with Harry Cicma” will return for a third season on New England Sports Network (NESN) with an expanded number of shows in high definition and a new presenting sponsor with Infiniti of Norwood. “World Tennis with Harry > read more
Live French Open Men’s Semis Action for US Viewers
Published on 2011-06-02 15:32:48
French Open semifinals rights-holder NBC has allowed Tennis Channel to air Friday’s first men’s semifinal match between World no. 1 and defending-champion Rafael Nadal and No. 4 Andy Murray, live and in its entirety beginning at 8 a.m. ET. NBC wi > read more
French Open Results, Day 13 Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-06-02 14:25:55
Results – Thursday, June 2, 2011 Women’s Singles – Semifinals (5) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (11) Marion Bartoli (FRA) 63 63 (6) Li Na (CHN) d. (7) Maria Sharapova (RUS) 64 75 Mixed Doubles – Final Dellacqua/Lipsky (AUS/USA) d. (1) > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Thirteen of the French Open
Published on 2011-06-02 13:51:33
No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v No. 4 Andy Murray (GBR) No. 2 Novak Djokovic (SRB) v No. 3 Roger Federer (SUI) On Friday three of the four former Grand Slam champions to start in this year’s main draw are through to the semifinals in Paris. Raf > read more
Li Defeats Sharapova, Schiavone Over Bartoli To Advance to French Open Final
Published on 2011-06-02 13:33:14
Li Na of China (L) shakes hands with Maria Sharapova of Russia after winning their semi-final match at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris June 2, 2011. REUTERS/Thierry Roge (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
International Tennis Hall of Famer Pauline Betz Addie Dies at 91
Published on 2011-06-02 11:55:34
International Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 1965 Hall of Famer Pauline Betz Addie of the Washington, D.C. area, one of the top female player in the United States in the 1940s passed away on May 31 in an assisted-living facility in Potomac, Md. > read more
ESPN Hires Chris Evert as Analyst for Wimbledon and US Open
Published on 2011-06-02 10:52:51
Former tennis great Chris Evert smiles as she is honored at the Rogers Cup tennis tournament in Montreal, August 16, 2010. REUTERS/Shaun Best (CANADA – Tags: SPORT TENNIS PROFILE) & > read more
Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray Roll on to French Open Semifinal Clash
Published on 2011-06-01 15:26:43
Spaniard Rafael Nadal reacts after winning his French Open mens quarterfinal match against Robin Soderling of Sweden at Roland Garros in Paris on June 1, 2011. Nadal defeated Soderling 6-4, 6-1, 7-6 (3) to advance to the semifinals. UPI/David Silpa & > read more
Day Twelve French Open Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-06-01 14:40:23
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 12: Thursday, 2 June 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 2:00 PM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – Semifinals Na Li (CHN)[6] v. Maria Sharapova (RUS)[7] 2. Women’s Singles – Semifinals Marion > read more
French Open Wednesday Results
Published on 2011-06-01 14:03:48
Wednesday, June 1, 2011 Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals (6) Li Na (CHN) d. (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) 75 62 (7) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (15) Andrea Petkovic (GER) 60 63 Women’s Doubles – Semifinals Hlavackova/Hradecka (CZE/CZE) d. > read more
Maria Sharapova and Li Na Advance to French Open Semis
Published on 2011-06-01 12:22:53
Maria Sharapova of Russia reacts during her quarter-final match against Andrea Petkovic of Germany at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris June 1, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) &# > read more
ESPN 3D to Televise Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Semis and Finals of Wimbledon
Published on 2011-06-01 11:09:12
ESPN 3D has aired the BCS National Championship, the Fiesta Bowl, the BIG EAST basketball tournament and the NBA playoffs and NBA Finals, now they’ll add tennis to their 3D resume – Wimbledon. ESPN 3D will televise the Gentlemen’s semifinal > read more
Men to Receive Ranking Points at the 2012 Olympics
Published on 2011-06-01 07:53:27
The ITF and the ATP announced an agreement to award singles ranking points for men at the 2012 Olympic Tennis Event in London at Wimbledon. This is the fourth successive Olympic Games where men have received ranking points. As a result of the agreeme > read more
World Champions Dinner Celebrates ITF Champions
Published on 2011-06-01 05:32:59
French Davis Cup captain Guy Forget was awarded the ITF’s highest honor, the Philippe Chatrier Award, at the 2011 ITF World Champions Dinner on Tuesday 31 May in Paris at the Pavillon d’Armenonville. The World Champions Dinner celebrated the ac > read more
Olympic Stadium in Moscow Will Host Fed Cup Final
Published on 2011-06-01 05:00:45
The ITF has announced that the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group Final between Russia and Czech Republic will be held at the Olympic Stadium in Moscow. The final takes place on 5-6 November. Czech Republic, also a semifinalist in 2009-20 > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Eleven of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-31 20:00:47
No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v No. 5 Robin Soderling (SWE) No. 4 Andy Murray (GBR) v Juan Ignacio Chela (ARG) This is the first time since 1989 Wimbledon that the Top 5 seeds are through to the quarterfinals at a Grand Slam event. It has not happened at > read more
Women’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Eleven of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-31 19:59:12
Victoria Azarenka of Belarus reacts after winning her match against Ekaterina Makarova of Russia during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 30, 2011. REUTERS/Vincent Kessler (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
Day Eleven French Open Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-05-31 19:58:14
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 11: Wednesday, 1 June 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 2:00 PM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals Na Li (CHN)[6] v. Victoria Azarenka (BLR)[4] 2. Men’s Singles – Quarterfinals > read more
Sam Querrey Enters Farmers Classic
Published on 2011-05-31 18:14:21
Two-time defending champion Sam Querrey , will return to play the Farmers Classic, presented by Mercedes-Benz, July 25-31 at the Los Angeles Tennis Center on the campus of UCLA. Querrey joins 2008 champion Juan Martin del Potro in the field for the > read more
Federer Moves Into Semi Versus Djokovic, Murray Completes Rally Over Troicki
Published on 2011-05-31 17:59:24
Andy Murray of Britain reacts during his match against Viktor Troicki of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 30, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
Ana Ivanovic and Marion Bartoli to Play Bank of the West Classic
Published on 2011-05-31 17:03:12
Former World No. 1 Ana Ivanovic and 2011 French Open semifinalist Marion Bartoli have entered the Bankd of the West Classic. Ivanovic has already put together a resume recording a 279-117 career singles record, winning 10 career WTA singles > read more
Schiavone and Bartoli Advance to French Open Semis
Published on 2011-05-31 17:02:56
Francesca Schiavone of Italy reacts during her quarter-final match against Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova of Russia at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 31, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT > read more
French Open Tuesday Results
Published on 2011-05-31 15:19:06
Results – Tuesday, May 31, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (5) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (14) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) 16 75 75 (11) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. (13) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 76(4) 64 Doubles – Quarterfinals (3) K > read more
Tennis Channel and ESPN Extend Programming Alliance for Australian and French Opens
Published on 2011-05-31 14:00:09
ESPN and Tennis Channel have agreed to a new four-year, multimedia programming alliance for the Australian and French Opens. ESPN and Tennis Channel will continue to air action from both Grand Slam events, but in a key change ESPN’s telecast wind > read more
Win a Trip to the US Open From Wilson
Published on 2011-05-31 10:32:01
Wilson has announced their US Open Tennis Ball promotion for the 2011 tournament. The annual US Open promotion starts June 1st and runs through July 31st. The Grand Prize is a complete trip for two people to experience New York City and the 2011 US O > read more
Top-Seeded Giorgi Beats Glatch for Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger Title
Published on 2011-05-29 19:08:00
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Sunday, May 29, 2011) – Playing with extreme confidence and absolutely no fear on every baseline groundstroke she hit, Itlay’s Camila Giorgi captured the Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger on Sunday with a 7- > read more
Day Nine French Open Schedule of Play-Revised
Published on 2011-05-29 17:00:41
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 9: Monday, 30 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 4th Round Na Li (CHN)[6] v. Petra Kvitova (CZE)[9] 2. Men’s Singles – 4th Round Rafael Nadal (ESP)[1] > read more
French Open Day Eight- Djokovic Win Streaks at 41 and 43, Another Record for Federer
Published on 2011-05-29 15:31:57
Novak Djokovic of Serbia returns hte ball to Richard Gasquet of France during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 29, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) Novak Djokovic defeated Ri > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Nine of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-29 15:31:22
No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v Ivan Ljubicic (CRO) No. 4 Andy Murray (GBR) v No. 15 Viktor Troicki (SRB) No. 5 Robin Soderling (SWE) v No. 18 Gilles Simon (FRA) Alejandro Falla (COL) v Juan Ignacio Chela (ARG) On court today… Rafal Nadal a will > read more
French Open Sunday Results
Published on 2011-05-29 15:29:43
Results – May 29, 2011 Women’s Singles – Fourth Round (14) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) d. (3) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) 76(4) 26 62 (5) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (10) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 63 26 64 (11) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Gisela D > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Eight of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-28 19:01:00
No. 2 Novak Djokovic (SRB) v No. 13 Richard Gasquet (FRA) No. 3 Roger Federer (SUI) v No. 14 Stanislas Wawrinka (SUI) No. 7 David Ferrer (ESP) v No. 9 Gael Monfils (FRA) Fabio Fognini (ITA) v Albert Montanes (ESP) A second consecutive G > read more
Giorgi and Glatch to Meet in Carson Final Sunday
Published on 2011-05-28 19:00:54
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Saturday, May 28, 2011) – It’ll be No. 1 vs. No. 2 on Sunday for the Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger singles title as top-seeded Camila Giorgi and No. 2 Alexa Glatch recorded straight-set wins on Sa > read more
French Open Day Seven- Djokovic Still Perfect, Nadal, Sharapova Progress
Published on 2011-05-28 17:03:07
Novak Djokovic of Serbia (L) meets Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina at the net after their French Open mens third round match at Roland Garros in Paris on May 28, 2011. Djokovic defeated del Potro 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2 to advance to the fourth round. > read more
Day Eight French Open Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-05-28 14:28:16
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 8: Sunday, 29 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 4th Round Vera Zvonareva (RUS)[3] v. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS)[14] 2. Men’s Singles – 4th > read more
French Open Saturday Results
Published on 2011-05-28 14:00:54
Saturday, May 28, 2011 Women’s Singles – Third Round (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (30) Roberta Vinci (ITA) 63 62 (6) Li Na (CHN) d. Sorana Cirstea (ROU) 62 62 (7) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (Q) Chan Yung-Jan (TPE) 62 63 (9) Petra Kvitova > read more
Patty Schnyder Calls It a Career
Published on 2011-05-28 06:50:19
Patty Schnyder of Switzerland speaks during a news conference to announce her retirement from professional tennis during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 28, 2011. REUTERS/Vincent Kessler (FRANCE – Tag > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Seven of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-27 19:30:32
No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v (Q) Antonio Veic (CRO) No. 4 Andy Murray (GBR) v Michael Berrer (GER) No. 5 Robin Soderling (SWE) v (Q) Leonardo Mayer (ARG) No. 10 Mardy Fish (USA) v No. 18 Gilles Simon (FRA) No. 15 Viktor Troicki (SRB) v No. 21 Alexandr > read more
French Open Day Six – Wozniacki and Stosur are Upset Specials
Published on 2011-05-27 19:00:20
Daniela Hantuchova of Slovakia sits after winning her match against Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 27, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
Three Americans Into Semifinals at Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger
Published on 2011-05-27 18:54:40
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Friday, May 27, 2011) – It’s been quite a last couple of months for 17-year-old American tennis player Jessica Pegula. On Feb. 22, her father Terry purchased the Buffalo Sabres NHL hockey team and soon after Pegula > read more
Day Seven French Open Schedule of Play – Updated
Published on 2011-05-27 14:31:12
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 7: Saturday, 28 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 3rd Round Roberta Vinci (ITA)[30] v. Victoria Azarenka (BLR)[4] 2. Men’s Singles – 3rd Round Rafa > read more
French Open Friday Results
Published on 2011-05-27 14:15:40
Results – Friday, May 27, 2011 Women’s Singles – Third Round (28) Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) d. (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 61 63 (3) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Anastasia Rodionova (AUS) 62 63 (5) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (29) Peng Shua > read more
USTA Names US Juniors to Compete in French Open Boys’ and Girls’ Championships
Published on 2011-05-27 09:20:10
The USTA has announced that eight boys and three girls have been accepted into the main draw and the qualifying draw at the 2011 Roland Garros Junior Championships. The following juniors have been accepted into the boys’ and girls’ singles > read more
Taylor Townsend, 15, Beats Shelby Rogers at Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger
Published on 2011-05-26 20:37:44
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Thursday, May 26, 2011) – It’s only a stat but one worthy of mention: Of the 16 singles players still alive before Thursday’s second-round play in the Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger presented by the Far > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Six of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-26 18:41:38
No. 2 Novak Djokovic (SRB) v No. 25 Juan Martin del Potro (ARG) No. 3 Roger Federer (SUI) v No. 29 Janko Tipsarevic (SRB) No. 7 David Ferrer (ESP) v No. 31 Sergiy Stakhovsky (UKR) No. 9 Gael Monfils (FRA) v (Q) Steve Darcis (BEL) No. 12 Mikhail Youzh > read more
Day Six French Open Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-05-26 17:50:25
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 6: Friday, 27 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 3rd Round Gisela Dulko (ARG) v. Samantha Stosur (AUS)[8] 2. Women’s Singles – 3rd Round Marion > read more
French Open Day Five – Clijsters Upset, Sharapova Escapes Teen
Published on 2011-05-26 15:53:17
Arantxa Rus of the Netherlands reacts after winning her match against Kim Clijsters of Belgium during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 26, 2011. REUTERS/Charles Platiau (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) &# > read more
Farmers Classic to Debut Super Sessions
Published on 2011-05-26 15:25:45
The Farmers Classic tournament will introduce Super Sessions which will begin early round Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday sessions two hours later. The 2011 tournament will be held July 25-31 at the Los Angeles Tennis Center on the campus of UCLA. > read more
French Open Thursday Results
Published on 2011-05-26 15:00:10
Results – Thursday, May 26, 2011 Women’s Singles – Second Round Arantxa Rus (NED) d. (2) Kim Clijsters (BEL) 36 75 61 (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (WC) Pauline Parmentier (FRA) 60 61 (6) Li Na (CHN) d. (Q) Sílvia Soler-Espinosa (ESP > read more
Nestor Nets 800th Doubles Win
Published on 2011-05-26 14:17:49
Katarina Srebotnik of Slovenia and Daniel Nestor (L) of Canada pose with their trophies after their mixed doubles final match against Chan Yung-Jan of Taiwan and Paul Hanley of Australia at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne January 3 > read more
Venus Williams, John McEnroe, Kim Clijsters to be Featured in World TeamTennis Preview Show
Published on 2011-05-26 10:30:44
In June, WTT will debut World TeamTennis GameChanger, a preview show that will showcase the past, present, and future of the League which begins its 36th season this summer. This 30-minute show will take fans through the League’s histo > read more
Shelby Rogers of the U.S. Upsets No. 4 Seeded Petra Rampre at Carson Challenger
Published on 2011-05-25 23:28:26
Story by Steve Galluzzo CARSON, Calif., (Wednesday, May 25, 2011) – Shelby Rogers had been in the exact same situation before and knew what to expect against fourth-seeded Petra Rampre of Slovenia in the first round of the Carson USTA Women’s $50 > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Five of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-25 19:00:44
No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v Pablo Andujar (ESP) No. 4 Andy Murray (GBR) v (LL) Simone Bolelli (ITA) No. 5 Robin Soderling (SWE) v (Q) Albert Ramos (ESP) No. 8 Jurgen Melzer (AUT) v (Q) Lukas Rosol (CZE) No. 10 Mardy Fish (USA) v Robin Haase (NED) No. > read more
French Open Day Four – Djokovic Streak at 41
Published on 2011-05-25 18:59:13
Novak Djokovic of Serbia eyes the ball during his match against Victor Hanescu of Romania during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 25, 2011. REUTERS/Thierry Roge (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
Day Five French Open Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-25 18:51:23
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 5: Thursday, 26 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 2nd Round Arantxa Rus (NED) v. Kim Clijsters (BEL)[2] 2. Men’s Singles – 2nd Round Andy Murra > read more
French Open Wednesday Results
Published on 2011-05-25 18:33:00
Results Wednesday, May 25, 2011 Women’s Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (Q) Aleksandra Wozniak (CAN) 63 76(6) (3) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (Q) Sabine Lisicki (GER) 46 75 75 (5) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Vesna Dolonts > read more
Michael Chen Zhao to compete in Longines Future Tennis Aces World Finals at Roland Garros
Published on 2011-05-25 15:06:14
Michael Chen Zhao, the United States’ representative for the 2011 Longines Future Tennis Aces Tournament at Roland Garros, June 2-4, has been preparing both on and off the court in advance of his first international and clay court competition. The > read more
US Open SmashZone Goes on Tour to Support 10 and Under Initiative
Published on 2011-05-25 14:02:47
The USTA announced today that SmashZone, the premiere fan interactive attraction at the US Open, will be hitting the road for a 15-city mobile tour. SmashZone Mobile includes a 53-foot trailer, which anchors four kid-sized tennis courts for youth p > read more
NBC Sports’ French Open Coverage This Weekend
Published on 2011-05-25 11:56:17
COVERAGE ON NBC SPORTS: Following is the schedule for NBC Sports’ coverage of the 2011 French Open, which culminates with live coverage of the Women’s (June 4) and Men’s (June 5) Finals next weekend: Saturday, May 28, Noon-3 p.m. ET – Third R > read more
Querrey and Harrison Commit to Play Winston-Salem Open
Published on 2011-05-25 11:11:37
The Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University has signed Sam Querrey and Ryan Harrison to compete in the inaugural tournament this August. Ticket sales to the Winston-Salem Open have been brisk since going on sale May 10, and both north and sout > read more
Tennis Week on Wheel of Fortune
Published on 2011-05-25 09:11:03
Wheel of Fortune has teamed up with Tennis Channel to present viewers with the show’s first-ever “Tennis Week,” airing May 30-June 3, 2011. Tennis Channel worked with the WTA, ATP and USTA to provide the featured prizes on th > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Four of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-24 19:10:34
No. 2 Novak Djokovic (SRB) v Victor Hanescu (ROU) No. 3 Roger Federer (SUI) v (WC) Maxime Teixeira (FRA) No. 7 David Ferrer (ESP) v Julien Benneteau (FRA) No. 9 Gael Monfils (FRA) v (WC) Guillaume Rufin (FRA) No. 13 Richard Gasquet (FRA) v Marcel Gra > read more
French Open Day Three – Nadal Wins in Five, Clijsters Returns, Ivanovic Falls
Published on 2011-05-24 18:46:22
Match of the day For the first time at the French Open, Rafael Nadal was pushed to five sets. American John Isner, better known for cranking out aces, showed he could battle on a clay court against one of the best ever masters of clay. The Spaniard > read more
Fourteen-Year-Old SoCal Player Wins First Pro-Level Match at Carson USTA $50,000 Challenger
Published on 2011-05-24 17:59:40
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif., (Tuesday, May 24, 2011) – Gabby Andrews admitted it felt like any other match at just another tournament, but deep down she knew Tuesday was a special day. There will undoubtedly be many, many more professional > read more
French Open Day Four Schedule of Play, Day Three Results
Published on 2011-05-24 16:00:04
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 4: Wednesday, 25 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 2nd Round Caroline Wozniacki (DEN)[1] v. Aleksandra Wozniak (CAN) 2. Men’s Singles – 2nd Rou > read more
Dunlop Statement on Tennis Ball Issues at Roland Garros
Published on 2011-05-24 15:08:37
In response to some of the recent tennis ball issues at Roland Garros, Dunlop Sport has released the following statement: GREENVILLE, SC, May 24, 2011 – In response to the major tennis ball issues at Roland Garros, Dunlop would like to point out so > read more
Nadal Escapes Isner in Five Sets in First Round of French Open
Published on 2011-05-24 13:03:14
Spaniard Rafael Nadal reacts after a shot during his French Open mens first round match against American John Isner at Roland Garros in Paris on May 24, 2011. Nadal defeated Isner 6-4, 6-7, 6-7, 6-2, 6-4 to advance to the second round. UPI/David Silp > read more
Querrey to Play Hall of Fame Tennis Championships
Published on 2011-05-24 12:12:56
Sam Querrey has committed to compete in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, which will be hosted July 4 – 10, 2011 on the grass courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, R.I. Querrey, who is currently ranke > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Three of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-23 20:26:29
No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v John Isner (USA) No. 4 Andy Murray (GBR) v (Q) Eric Prodon (FRA) No. 5 Robin Soderling (SWE) v Benjamin Becker (GER) No. 8 Jurgen Melzer (AUT) v (LL) Andreas Beck (GER) No. 11 Nicolas Almagro (ESP) v (Q) Lukasz Kubot (POL) > read more
French Open Day Two – Djokovic Extends Streak, Berdych Ousted, Oudin Pummeled
Published on 2011-05-23 19:50:20
Novak Djokovic of Serbia returns the ball to Thiemo De Bakker of the Netherlands during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris May 23, 2011. REUTERS/Thierry Roge (FRANCE – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
American Qualifiers Heat Up Play at Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger
Published on 2011-05-23 19:50:03
By Steve Pratt CARSON, Calif. – Fifteen of the 16 players who competed in qualifying Monday for a chance to advance and have a shot at the four all-important main draw singles spots into the Carson USTA Women’s $50,000 Challenger presented by the > read more
French Open Day Three Schedule of Play, Day Two Results
Published on 2011-05-23 14:09:46
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 3: Tuesday, 24 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 1st Round Virginie Razzano (FRA) v. Jarmila Gajdosova (AUS)[24] 2. Women’s Singles – 1st Round > read more
Men’s Featured Matches Preview for Day Two of the French Open
Published on 2011-05-22 19:00:39
No. 2 Novak Djokovic (SRB) v Thiemo de Bakker (NED) No. 3 Roger Federer (SUI) v Feliciano Lopez (ESP) No. 6 Tomas Berdych (CZE) v (Q) Stephane Robert (FRA) No. 9 Gael Monfils (FRA) v (Q) Bjorn Phau (GER) No. 10 Mardy Fish (USA) v Ricardo Mello (BRA) > read more
French Open Day Two Schedule of Play, Day One Results
Published on 2011-05-22 15:10:04
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 2: Monday, 23 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 1st Round Melanie Oudin (USA) v. Francesca Schiavone (ITA)[5] 2. Men’s Singles – 1st Round Thie > read more
French Open Day 1- Tsonga, Stosur Sail, Cilic, Pennetta, Peer Stunned
Published on 2011-05-22 15:00:06
Action at Roland Garros got underway on Sunday and leading off the day’s play was last year’s women’s finalist Samantha Stosur. It was a straight forward 6-2, 6-3 win over Iveta Benesova for Stosur. “I hope I’m becoming a better pla > read more
French Open Men’s Contender Profiles – Fast Facts with Jack Cunniff
Published on 2011-05-21 14:11:47
By Jack Cunniff Profiles of the top men’s contenders for the 2011 French Open. Follow Jack Cunniff on twitter at @jrcunniff. Note: Grand Slam records for main draw matches only. 1. Rafael Nadal (ESP) 2011 Record: 36-6 Grand Slam Record > read more
French Open Women’s Contender Profiles – Fast Facts with Jack Cunniff
Published on 2011-05-21 14:03:16
By Jack Cunniff Profiles of the top women contenders for the 2011 French Open. Follow Jack Cunniff on twitter at @jrcunniff. Note: Grand Slam records for main draw matches only. 1. Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 2011 Record: 38-7 Grand Slam Reco > read more
Almagro Notches Third Clay Court Title of 2011
Published on 2011-05-21 13:31:32
Nicolas Almagro notched his third clay court title of the 2011 with a comeback win over Victor Hanescu 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-3. Almagro on the win: “I feel good. I’m very happy with the victory today. I think I didn’t play my best tennis at the beginn > read more
Wozniacki Escapes Peng for Brussels Open Title
Published on 2011-05-21 12:06:16
Caroline Wozniacki won her fourth title of 2011 as she rallied to capture the Brussels Open defeating Peng Shuai 2-6, 6-3, 6-3. The win marked the Dane’s first red clay court title win. “It’s my fourth title of the season. I was pleased > read more
ATP World Tour Team Championship Results
Published on 2011-05-21 12:00:02
Tournament Information ATP World Tour Team Championship Düsseldorf, Germany 15-21 May, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS - SATURDAY, 21 MAY, 2011 Final GERMANY 2, ARGENTINA 1 F Mayer (GER) d J Monaco (ARG) 76(4) 60 J Chela (ARG) d P Kohlschreiber (GER) > read more
Andrea Petkovic Wins Strasbourg
Published on 2011-05-21 11:00:08
Germany’s Andrea Petkovic won her second career WTA singles title when Marion Bartoli had to retire with a thigh injury in the final of Internationaux de Strasbourg. Petkovic, “It’s always a strange feeling when somebody retires – we’re > read more
French Open – Men’s First Round Head-to-Heads
Published on 2011-05-21 07:58:03
MensSingles Head to Head Career Rafael NADAL v John ISNER Rafael NADAL LEADS 2 : 0 2010 Indian Wells Hard (O) R16 Rafael NADAL 7-5 3-6 6-3 2010 Madrid Clay (O) R16 Rafael NADAL 7-5 6-4 Santiago GIRALDO v Pablo ANDUJAR NO MATCHES PLAYED Pablo C > read more
French Open Day One Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-05-21 07:32:56
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Day 1: Sunday, 22 May 2011 Court Philippe Chatrier 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 1st Round Iveta Benesova (CZE) v. Samantha Stosur (AUS)[8] 2. Men’s Singles – 1st Round David F > read more
ATP World Tour World Team Cup Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-20 13:32:15
RESULTS - FRIDAY, 20 MAY, 2011 Round Robin – Red Group ARGENTINA d. UNITED STATES, 3-0 M Gonzalez (ARG) / J Monaco (ARG) d J Isner (USA) / S Querrey (USA) 62 64 SWEDEN d. KAZAKHSTAN, 2-1 S Aspelin (SWE) / R Lindstedt (SWE) d A Golubev (KAZ) / > read more
WTA Strasbourg Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-20 13:26:15
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 16-21, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, May 20, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (1) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. (7) Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) 61 62 (2) Andrea Pe > read more
Net Notes for May 19, 2011
Published on 2011-05-19 18:00:53
In the News: World No. 11 Andy Roddick, 2003 champion Juan Carlos Ferrero and 78th ranked Richard Berankis have all withdrawn from the French Open. Both Roddick and Ferrero are suffering from right shoulder injuries while Berankisis nursing a > read more
“On The Call” With Milos Raonic Before the French Open
Published on 2011-05-19 17:30:08
Canada’s Milos Raonic returns a shot against Spain’s Fernando Verdasco during the Estoril Open tennis match in Lisbon April 30, 2011. REUTERS/Hugo Correia (PORTUGAL – Tags: SPORT TENNIS) > read more
ATP World Tour Team Cup Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-19 14:11:57
RESULTS - THURSDAY, 19 MAY, 2011 Round Robin – Red Group J Monaco (ARG) d M Fish (USA) 76(4) 75 J Chela (ARG) d J Isner (USA) 61 76(1) M Kukushkin (KAZ) d C Lindell (SWE) 60 61 R Soderling (SWE) d A Golubev (KAZ) 67(4) 76(7) 63 Round Robin &# > read more
ATP World Tour Open de Nice Côte d’Azur Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-19 13:23:52
RESULTS - THURSDAY, 19 MAY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [5] A Dolgopolov (UKR) d [1] D Ferrer (ESP) 64 16 75 [2] T Berdych (CZE) d [WC] E Gulbis (LAT) 61 64 [3] N Almagro (ESP) d P Andujar (ESP) 61 64 V Hanescu (ROU) d [LL] R Haase (NED) 62 > read more
Juan Martin Del Potro To Play Farmers Classic
Published on 2011-05-19 12:58:45
Juan Martin del Potro, the 2008 Farmers Classic presented by Mercedes-Benz champion and the 2009 US Open champion, will headline the field for the 2011 tournament that will take place July 25-31 at the Los Angeles Tennis Center on the campus of UCLA. > read more
Fish, Isner, Querrey and Raonic Latest to Commit to Play Legg Mason Tennis Classic
Published on 2011-05-19 12:50:40
Legg Mason Tennis Classic officials have announced that several of the game’s marquee players, including world No. 10 Mardy Fish – have committed to play in the 2011 Legg Mason Tennis Classic presented by GEICO, joining previously announc > read more
WTA Strasbourg Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-19 12:45:19
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 16-21, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, May 19, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. (8) Lucie Hradecka (CZE) 62 63 (2) Andrea Petkov > read more
WTA Brussels Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-19 10:57:40
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 16-21, 2011 $618,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, May 19, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (6) Yanina Wickmayer (BEL) 20 ret. (low back injury) (2) Vera Zvon > read more
2011 French Open Televison Schedule
Published on 2011-05-19 09:46:13
French Open TV Schedule –All times Eastern Sunday, May 22 5 a.m.-1pm, First-Round Action – Tennis Channel Noon – 6:30 p.m. Early Round Action Live & Same-day action- ESPN2 3 p.m.-6:30 p.m. – French Open Tonight –Tennis Channel 6:30 > read more
WTA Upgrades Brisbane Tournament to Premier Level
Published on 2011-05-19 05:35:40
The WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) has announced that the Brisbane International will be upgraded to Premier level status beginning in 2012, strengthening the start of the women’s tennis season. The upgraded event, to take place the week of J > read more
Net Notes for May 18, 2011
Published on 2011-05-18 18:18:35
In the News: Forbes Magazine’s list of the top 100 celebrities was revealed on Wednesday and five of the spots feature tennis. At #25 – Roger Federer, #46 – Rafael Nadal, #80 Maria Sharapova, #84 Serena Williams and #86 Venus Willia > read more
French Open Qualifying – Day 2 Results, Day 3 Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-05-18 17:00:45
Results French Open Qualifying Day 2 Women’s Qualifying Singles – 1st Round Sabine Lisicki(GER)[8] def. Lara Arruabarrena-Vecino(ESP) 6-3 6-2 Eleni Daniilidou(GRE) def. Audrey Bergot(FRA) 6-0 6-1 Claire Feuerstein(FRA) def. Nina Bratchikov > read more
“On The Call” with ESPN Tennis Analysts Mary Joe Fernandez and Cliff Drysdale
Published on 2011-05-18 15:40:40
ESPN tennis analysts Cliff Drysdale and Mary Joe Fernandez, along with Jason Bernstein, senior director, programming and acquisitions, participated in a media conference call on Wednesday to discuss ESPN’s multi-platform coverage of the 2011 French > read more
WTA Strasbourg Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-18 13:57:22
INTERNATIONAUX DE STRASBOURG Strasbourg, France May 16-21, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 18, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Elena Baltacha (GBR) w/o (right lumbar spine inj > read more
ATP World Tour World Team Cup Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-18 13:53:10
RESULTS - WEDNESDAY, 18 MAY, 2011 Round Robin – Red Group USA d. KAZAKHSTAN, 2-1 M Fish (USA) / J Isner (USA) d A Golubev (KAZ) / M Kukushkin (KAZ) 63 76(10) ARGENTINA d. SWEDEN, 2-1 R Soderling (SWE) d M Gonzalez (ARG) 61 64 J Chela (ARG) / > read more
WTA Brussels Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-18 13:47:23
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 16-21, 2011 $618,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, May 18, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Varvara Lepchenko (USA) 64 76(5) (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (Q) G > read more
ATP World Tour Open de Nice Côte d’Azur Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-18 13:40:48
RESULTS - WEDNESDAY, 18 MAY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] D Ferrer (ESP) d A Seppi (ITA) 63 62 [2] T Berdych (CZE) d A Mannarino (FRA) 61 64 [3] N Almagro (ESP) d C Berlocq (ARG) 67(5) 64 63 [5] A Dolgopolov (UKR) d [Q] P Riba (ESP) 76(5) > read more
US Open Casting Call To Be Held at New York City’s Apollo Theater
Published on 2011-05-18 11:22:31
The USTA has announced its annual US Open casting call for Tuesday, June 21. In past years the auditions have been held in Radio City Music Hall, this year debuts a new venue – world famous Apollo Theater in New York City. Children will > read more
USTA Eastern Partners with PM Pediatrics
Published on 2011-05-18 09:35:26
PM Pediatrics has become the official sponsor of Jr. Team Tennis in USTA Eastern’s Long Island Region, and will be promoted at league matches and in USTA Eastern online and print publications. The company will also provide content for a new health > read more
“On The Call” with Mary Carillo
Published on 2011-05-18 09:00:24
Mary Carillo has joined the Tennis Channel broadcast team as an Analyst where she’ll make her debut in the upcoming Fench Open coverage. Carillo is scheduled to host the network’s live tournament desk, conduct interviews, offer persp > read more
Net Notes for May 17, 2011
Published on 2011-05-17 18:01:20
In the News: Juan Martin Del Potro announced on his Twitter page on Tuesday that he will play at the French Open. “@delpotrojuan “Con mucho esfuerzo, pero llegamos.” NOS VEMOS EN PARIS!!!! Saludos a todos y gracias por sus mensaj > read more
WTA Strasbourg Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-17 16:12:39
Internationaux de Strasbourg Strasbourg, France May 16-21, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, May 17, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Kimiko Date-Krumm (JPN) 62 61 (2) Andrea Petkovic ( > read more
WTA Brussels Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-17 15:52:53
Brussels Ladies Open Brussels, Belgium May 16-21, 2011 $618,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, May 17, 2011 Singles – First Round (3) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Tsvetana Pironkova (BUL) 62 75 (4) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) d. A > read more
Farmers Insurance Returns as Title Sponsor of 85th Annual Los Angeles Tennis Tournament
Published on 2011-05-17 15:12:52
For the second straight year Farmers Insurance Group of Companies will serve as the title sponsor for the annual Olympus US Open Series and ATP World Tour 250 professional tennis tournament in Los Angeles. The 2011 Farmers Classic, pres > read more
ATP World Tour Open de Nice Côte d’Azur Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-17 14:21:02
RESULTS - TUESDAY, 17 MAY, 2011 Singles – First Round [WC] J Benneteau (FRA) d [6] M Baghdatis (CYP) 76(3) 62 [7] S Stakhovsky (UKR) d T Gabashvili (RUS) 76(5) 63 [WC] E Gulbis (LAT) d [8] F Fognini (ITA) 36 63 63 [LL] R Haase (NED) d Y Lu (T > read more
ATP World Tour World Team Cup Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-17 14:17:32
RESULTS - TUESDAY, 17 MAY, 2011 Round Robin – Red Group M Kukushkin (KAZ) d S Querrey (USA) 36 75 75 M Fish (USA) d A Golubev (KAZ) 64 62 J Chela (ARG) d C Lindell (SWE) 61 61 Round Robin – Blue Group V Troicki (SRB) d M Youzhny (RUS) 6 > read more
French Open – Roland Garros Schedule of Play for Qualifying Day 2
Published on 2011-05-17 13:36:11
Roland Garros 2011 Schedule for Qualifying Day 2: Wednesday, 18 May 2011 Court 6 10:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Qualifying Singles – 1st Round Sabine Lisicki (GER)[8] v. Lara Arruabarrena-Vecino (ESP) 2. Women’s Qualif > read more
Ivan Lendl – Davis Cup Idols
Published on 2011-05-17 10:00:53
Ivan Lendl recalls his Davis Cup by BNP Paribas playing days and the pressure he felt during the 1980 Final when Czechoslovakia lifted the trophy for the only time in front of a passionate home crowd. This is the latest interview in the ITF’ > read more
Roger Federer and Director Jordan Scott Join Forces for Credit Suisse Ad Campaign
Published on 2011-05-16 23:00:01
As part of Credit Suisse‘s new global advertising campaign, tennis’ Roger Federer joined forces with celebrity director Jordan Scott. “Helping Roger Federer Relax Since 1981. CREDIT SUISSE,” is the slogan of the new ima > read more
French Open – Roland Garros Schedule of Play for Qualifying Day 1
Published on 2011-05-16 21:00:53
Schedule for Qualifying Day 1: Tuesday, 17 May 2011 Court 6 10:00 AM Start Time 1. Men’s Qualifying Singles – 1st Round Jean-Rene Lisnard (MON) v. Steve Darcis (BEL)[26] 2. Men’s Qualifying Singles – 1st Round Albano Olivetti > read more
Novak Djokovic Tops Rafael Nadal in Rome to Extend Win Streak
Published on 2011-05-15 16:00:26
Novak Djokovic captured his seventh title of 2011 defeating No. 1 Rafael Nadal 6-4, 6-4 for the Rome Masters title. The win extends his streak to 37 consecutive matches in 2011, 39 in a row dating back to the 2010 Davis Cup final. For a second > read more
Maria Sharapova Conquers Rome
Published on 2011-05-15 14:56:59
In the past, Maria Sharapova may have described her movement on clay as “a cow on ice” but despite her limited clay court mobility the Russian won her first Rome title with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Samantha Stosur. “Moving wise I feel better > read more
ATP World Tour World Team Cup Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-15 14:55:01
RESULTS - SUNDAY, 15 MAY, 2011 Team Round Robin – Group Stage Red Group J Monaco (ARG) d A Golubev (KAZ) 64 60 J Chela (ARG) d M Kukushkin (KAZ) 61 62 M Gonzalez (ARG) / J Monaco (ARG) d A Golubev (KAZ) / M Kukushkin (KAZ) 64 63 Blue Group P > read more
A Player‘s Guide To USTA League Tennis Hits Shelves
Published on 2011-05-15 14:54:02
New Chapter Press has announced the publication of the book A Player‘s Guide To USTA League Tennis a guidebook for competing in the U.S. Tennis Association League Tennis program or any team tennis competition. Written by Tony Serksnis of M > read more
Winning Last Match a Consolation for Susan Wright at La Jolla
Published on 2011-05-15 14:51:59
La Jolla, Calif. – (May 15, 2011) – Earlier in the week, second-seeded Susan Wright of Grand Junction, Colo. lost a thrilling three-set quarterfinal singles match in the main draw of the women’s 50 and over division at the USTA National Senior > read more
ATP World Tour Open de Nice Côte d’Azur Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-15 14:49:53
RESULTS - SUNDAY, 15 MAY, 2011 Singles – First Round [5] A Dolgopolov (UKR) d F Volandri (ITA) 75 63 A Mannarino (FRA) d S Devvarman (IND) 63 76(7) Doubles - First Round [2] E Butorac (USA) / J Rojer (AHO) d J Murray (GBR) / A Peya (AUT) 62 > read more
WTA Brussels Open Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-15 11:52:11
BRUSSELS OPEN Brussels, Belgium May 16-21, 2011 $618,000/Premier Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, May 16, 2011 Center Court (from 11.00hrs) 1. Kaia Kanepi vs. Marta Domachowska (Singles Q Final) 2. Casey Dellacqua vs. Shahar Peer 3. So > read more
WTA Strasbourg Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-15 11:43:31
Internationaux de Strasbourg Strasbourg, France May 16-21, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, May 16, 2011 Central (from 11.00hrs) 1. Melanie Oudin vs. Anabel Medina Garrigues 2. Rebecca Marino vs. Nadia Petro > read more
ATP World Tour Team Championship Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-14 22:12:18
ATP World Tour Team Championship ORDER OF PLAY - SUNDAY, 15 MAY, 2011 CENTRE COURT I start 12 noon Serbia – Germany #2 Janko Tipsarevic vs Philipp Kohlschreiber followed by Spain – Russia #1 Marcel Granollers vs Mikhail Youzhny Not Befor > read more
Mentzer Gets Past Cheney for 90′s Division of USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2011-05-14 21:30:01
In the final round-robin match of the women’s 90 and over division, Mary Mentzer of North Fort Myers, Fla. defeated tennis legend Dorothy “Dodo” Cheney of La Jolla, 6-1, 6-4 to win the title at the USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tenn > read more
Internazionali BNL d’Italia Rome – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-14 18:39:56
Results – Saturday, May 14, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (7) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 75 63 (6) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. (4) Li Na (CHN) 76(6) 60 Doubles – Semifinals (3) King/Shvedova (USA/KAZ) d. (2) Pesc > read more
Open de Nice Côte d’Azur Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-14 16:52:58
ORDER OF PLAY - SUNDAY, 15 MAY, 2011 CENTER COURT start 11:00 am Qualifying – R Haase (NED) vs A Haider-Maurer (AUT) Qualifying – [WC] B Balleret (MON) vs B Paire (FRA) Not Before 2:00 PM S Devvarman (IND) vs A Mannarino (FRA) Not Befor > read more
Internazionali BNL d’Italia Rome – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-13 21:24:05
Results – Friday, May 13, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (5) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 63 16 63 (6) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. (2) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 62 64 (7) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. (3) Victoria Azarenka > read more
Frances Chandler Captures 50 and Over Singles Title at the National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2011-05-13 19:26:14
For Frances Chandler of Jackson, Tenn. the number 13 is certainly not unlucky, even on Friday the 13th. On a cool, overcast morning on Court No. 1 at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, the top-seeded Chandler used patience, consistency and > read more
USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Championships and 39th Annual Spring Senior Men’s Championships Update
Published on 2011-05-13 02:03:55
In a women’s 50 and over division semifinal doubles match featuring four former touring tennis professionals, top-seeded Kathy May Fritz of Rancho Santa Fe and Susan Wright of Grand Junction, Colo. defeated third-seeded Terry Holladay of Encin > read more
Net Notes for May 12, 2011
Published on 2011-05-12 18:00:27
In the News: Serena Williams has officially withdrawn for the French Open which begins on May 22nd. Her statement : “While I am making good progress, unfortunately I won’t be able to compete in Roland Garros as I am continuing to rehab my > read more
Internazionali BNL d’Italia Rome -Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-12 17:54:42
Results – Thursday, May 12, 2011 Singles – Third Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Yanina Wickmayer (BEL) 61 76(4) (2) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) 36 62 75 (3) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (16) Anastasia Pavlyu > read more
Mary Carillo Joins Tennis Channel
Published on 2011-05-12 15:28:06
Tennis Channel is adding Mary Carillo, whose path has taken her from winning the French Open to winning a Sports Emmy Award, as the newest member of its star-laden French Open and US Open telecast teams. Starting in Paris in two weeks she will host > read more
Serena Williams Out of French Open
Published on 2011-05-12 12:28:42
The Associated Press reports that Serena Williams has officially withdrawn from the French Open. In a statement emailed to media by her agent Williams stated: “While I am making good progress, unfortunately I won’t be able to compete in R > read more
Former Bengals Exec Vince Cicero Named Tournament Director of Western & Southern Open
Published on 2011-05-12 09:49:15
Officials for the Western & Southern Open announced the hiring of new Tournament Director Vince Cicero. Cicero joins the tournament after a 13-year tenure with the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League. As Director of Corporate Sal > read more
WTA Launches “Strong is Beautiful” Global Advertising Campaign
Published on 2011-05-12 06:54:45
ROME, ITALY – The WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) unveiled a new global advertising campaign with the tagline “Strong is Beautiful”, initially featuring 38 current and next generation stars of the sport. The campaign includes televi > read more
USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Championships and 39th Annual Spring Senior Men’s Championships Update
Published on 2011-05-11 21:29:13
In a marathon quarterfinal match that lasted over three hours, fifth-seeded Tina Karwasky of Glendale, Calif., defeated fourth-seeded Carolyn Nichols of Rancho Santa Fe, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to advance to the semifinals in the women’s 50 and over division > read more
Internazionali BNL d’Italia – Rome Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-11 16:04:17
Results – Wednesday, May 11, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (Q) Anastasia Rodionova (AUS) 62 60 (3) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. Sara Errani (ITA) 61 62 (4) Li Na (CHN) d. Lourdes Domínguez Lino (ESP) 64 62 (5) > read more
WTA’s Mercury Insurance Open Returns to the La Costa Resort in Carlsbad
Published on 2011-05-11 15:30:06
Mercury Insurance announced that it has renewed its title sponsorship of the Mercury Insurance Open presented by Tri-City Medical Center through 2012. The 2011 Mercury Insurance Open, a Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) event, will be held July 30 > read more
ATP Masters 1000 Series Internazionali BNL D’Italia Live on ESPN3.com
Published on 2011-05-11 14:12:02
ESPN3.com is providing 56 live hours this week from the ATP Masters 1000 Series Internazionali BNL D’Italia in Rome. Rafael Nadal returns to defend his title, following his upset loss to Novak Djokovic on clay in his home country at the Mutua Mad > read more
Net Notes for May 10, 2011
Published on 2011-05-10 21:14:59
In the News: David Nalbandian has withdrawn from the French Open. Nalbanadian’s spokesman Bernardo Ballero, told The Associated Press that he is “not right physically.” Nalbandian hopes to participate in the Queens tournament, a Wimbledon warm- > read more
Frances Chandler Advances at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships
Published on 2011-05-10 21:13:41
Top-seeded Frances Chandler of Jackson, Tenn. got off to an impressive start in the 50 and over division of the National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championships at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club as she eliminated Lynn Ellis of Poway, C > read more
Milos Raonic to Play Atlanta Tennis Championships
Published on 2011-05-10 19:33:36
Milos Raonic will play the opening tournament of the Olympus US Open Series this summer, the Atlanta Tennis Championships. The tournament will be hosted at the Racquet Club of the South July 18-24. The 20-year-old Canadian burst onto the sce > read more
Internazionali BNL d’Italia Rome Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-10 16:45:46
WTA Results -Tuesday, May 10, 2011 Singles – Second Round (2) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (Q) Christina McHale (USA) 63 61 (7) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Ekaterina Makarova (RUS) 61 61 Singles – First Round (10) Shahar Peer (ISR) d. Bojana > read more
Will Ferrell Whips Out His Dunlop On the Late Late Show
Published on 2011-05-10 15:00:14
Will Ferrell showed up on Craig Ferguson’s Late Late Show on Friday with Dunlop racket in hand. The two did a mock endorsement for the racket. Tennis talk begins at 1:40 of the video. > read more
The Mid-Atlantic Women’s Tennis Championships Kicks Off July 23
Published on 2011-05-10 14:23:22
The Washington, DC area will debut a WTA International Level tournament sponsored by Lagardère Unlimited – the Mid-Atlantic Women’s Tennis Championships to be held at The Tennis Center at College Park. The tournament which runs from J > read more
USTA Names Jamea Jackson, Audra Cohen, Bo Hodge and Ryan Sachire to Coach Collegiate Teams
Published on 2011-05-10 13:39:18
Four coaches have been chosen to lead the 2011 USTA Men’s and Women’s Collegiate Teams, an elite training program for the top American collegiate tennis players. The program is designed to provide players with valuable exposure to the USTA Pro Ci > read more
2011 US Open National Playoffs Update
Published on 2011-05-10 13:01:45
ENTRY LIST ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2010 US Open National Playoffs men’s champion Blake Strode will begin defense of his title at the USTA New England Sectional Qualifying Tournament at the Yale University Tennis Center in West Haven, Conn., May 18-22. Strod > read more
La Jolla’s Steel Advances at USTA National Senior Women’s Hard Court Tennis Championship
Published on 2011-05-09 21:17:59
La Jolla, Calif. – (May 9, 2011) – On a cool, cloudy and breezy day at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, second-seeded Suella Steel of La Jolla advanced to the second round of the 70 and over division of the USTA National Senior Women’s Har > read more
Rome Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-09 14:31:57
INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA Rome, Italy May 9-15, 2011 Red Clay/Outdoors WTA Results – Monday, May 9, 2011 Singles – First Round (9) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. (Q) Arantxa Parra Santonja (ESP) 62 63 Greta Arn (HUN) d. (11) Svetlana Kuz > read more
Esurance Expands US Open Sponsorship
Published on 2011-05-09 13:24:55
The USTA has announced that Esurance has extended and expanded its sponsorship of the US Open. Esurance will focus on elevating the fan experience and the US Open’s Green Initiative. Esurance came on board as a US Open sponsor in 2010, and t > read more
Novak Djokovic Defeats Rafael Nadal for First Time on Clay to Win Madrid Open Title
Published on 2011-05-08 17:00:38
It was a day of streaks – one streak lives, two streaks died. Novak Djokovic kept his consecutive match winning streak in tact with a dramatic 7-5, 6-4 win over No. 1 Rafael Nadal to capture the Madrid Open title. It’s Djokovic’s si > read more
USTA National Women’s 50-90 Hard Courts and Men’s 60-85 Championship To Begin May 9
Published on 2011-05-08 16:44:38
La Jolla, Calif. – (May 8, 2011) – The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, one of California’s most treasured beachfront resorts for more than 75 years, will host the United States Tennis Association (USTA) National Senior Women’s Ha > read more
Rome Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-08 15:30:00
RESULTS – SUNDAY, 8 MAY, 2011 Singles – First Round P Kohlschreiber (GER) d [13] M Youzhny (RUS) 64 62 [16] R Gasquet (FRA) d A Montanes (ESP) 62 63 J Monaco (ARG) d A Seppi (ITA) 61 46 62 F Mayer (GER) d A Golubev (KAZ) 64 63 F Verdasco > read more
Petra Kvitova Wins Madrid Open
Published on 2011-05-08 13:39:55
Petra Kvitova won her fourth WTA singles title of her career, her first Premier-level title and her third title of the 2011 season by defeating fourth-seeded Victoria Azarenka 7-6(3), 6-4 to claim the Madrid Open. Kvitova’s week will vault the Czec > read more
Internazionali BNL d’Italia (Rome) Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-07 17:45:55
ORDER OF PLAY - SUNDAY, 8 MAY, 2011 CENTRALE start 12:00 noon A Montanes (ESP) vs [16] R Gasquet (FRA) – ATP [WC] F Volandri (ITA) vs T de Bakker (NED) – ATP J Monaco (ARG) vs A Seppi (ITA) – ATP F Verdasco (ESP) vs M Raonic (CAN) > read more
Madrid: Nadal Wins with a Heavy Heart, Djokovic Tested Streak at 31
Published on 2011-05-07 15:25:03
There was more than a match on his mind when Rafael Nadal took to the court on Saturday at the Madrid Open. Rafael Nadal had to overcome more than Roger Federer on court. Nadal was visibly emotionally distressed at the death of golfer Spanish > read more
Madrid Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-07 15:15:04
WTA Results Saturday, May 7, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. Julia Goerges (GER) 64 62 (16) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. (6) Li Na (CHN) 63 61 Doubles – Final (5) Azarenka/Kirilenko (BLR/RUS) d. (2) Peschke/Srebotnik (C > read more
Madrid: Djokovic Streak at 30, Nadal-Federer Part 24
Published on 2011-05-06 19:00:05
Novak Djokovic continued one streak and stopped another streak. He extended his win streak to thirty on the year and stopped his clay court losing streak to David Ferrer by beating the Spaniard 6-4, 4-6, 6-3. Point of the match “I was aw > read more
Footnotes From Madrid
Published on 2011-05-06 18:30:08
By Abigail Hinto in Madrid Friday was my last night in Madrid and here are my random thoughts on my experience at the Madrid Open. - I chose the Madrid Open as the tennis event I woul attend this year because I wanted to finally see Rafael Nadal play > read more
Madrid Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-06 17:16:01
WTA Results – Friday, May 6, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. Lucie Safarova (CZE) 63 36 62 (6) Li Na (CHN) d. Bethanie Mattek-Sands (USA) 64 36 64 (16) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) 36 63 75 J > read more
Comment on Wozniacki, Stosur and Schiavone Upset in Madrid by Wozniacki, Stosur and Schiavone Upset in Madrid | Tennis Panorama
Published on 2011-05-06 00:56:38
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Comment on Madrid Open Wednesday – Kids’ Day and Nadal by Madrid Open Wednesday – Kids' Day and Nadal | Tennis Panorama « Tennis Community
Published on 2011-05-05 23:45:11
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Comment on Wozniacki Commits To Play New Haven Open at Yale by Wozniacki Commits To Play New Haven Open at Yale | Tennis Panorama « Tennis Community
Published on 2011-05-05 23:40:30
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Comment on Wozniacki Commits To Play New Haven Open at Yale by Wozniacki Commits To Play New Haven Open at Yale | Tennis Panorama | The Tennis News
Published on 2011-05-05 22:19:27
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Comment on Madrid: Night Session without Rafael Nadal by Madrid: Night Session without Rafael Nadal | Tennis Panorama
Published on 2011-05-05 22:15:28
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Comment on Madrid: Night Session without Rafael Nadal by Rafael Nadal vs Del Potro live Masters Madrid open … | Best of Tennis
Published on 2011-05-05 21:47:09
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Madrid: Djokovic Streak at 29, Del Potro Withdraws, Murray Ousted, Federer and Soderling Advance
Published on 2011-05-05 21:22:19
Novak Djokovic who extended his 2011 winning streak to 29 on Thursday at the Madrid Open. His 29 matches equal Ivan Lendl’s start to the 1986 season. Djokovic had no problems with disposing of Spain’s Guillermo Garcia-Lopez 6-1, 6-2 winning all 2 > read more
Madrid: Night Session without Rafael Nadal
Published on 2011-05-05 21:00:47
By Abigail Hinto in Madrid The children are gone, the grown ups are out, dressed up for the night’s event. But it’s not Rafael Nadal nor Juan Martin Del Potro that will be entertaining them. Taking their place are Andy Murray and Thomaz > read more
Wozniacki, Stosur and Schiavone Upset in Madrid
Published on 2011-05-05 19:42:45
Second straight tournament, second straight win for Germany’s Julia Goerges over No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki. This time it was 6-4, 1-6, 6-3 in the third round of the Madrid open on Thursday. Goerges had to rally from 0-3 down in the first set while i > read more
Madrid Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-05 15:43:46
WTA Results – Thursday, May 5, 2011 Singles – Third Round Julia Goerges (GER) d. (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 64 16 63 Bethanie Mattek-Sands (USA) d. (3) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 76(5) 63 (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (WC) Arantxa Parra > read more
Comment on Madrid: Federer Escapes, Nadal Sails, Djokovic Extends Streak by Madrid: Federer Escapes, Nadal Sails, Djokovic Extends Streak …
Published on 2011-05-05 14:50:09
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Comment on US Quad Team Brings Home Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup Championship by US Quad Team Brings Home Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup …
Published on 2011-05-05 11:16:48
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Wozniacki Commits To Play New Haven Open at Yale
Published on 2011-05-05 09:40:47
World No. 1 and three-time defending champion Caroline Wozniacki has committed to New Haven Open at Yale presented by First Niagara, a WTA event that is part of the Olympus US Open Series to be held August 18-27, 2011 at the Connecticut Tennis Center > read more
Comment on US Quad Team Brings Home Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup Championship by US Quad Team Brings Home Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup …
Published on 2011-05-05 09:06:35
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Madrid: Federer Escapes, Nadal Sails, Djokovic Extends Streak
Published on 2011-05-04 19:00:10
You knew it would not be an easy day for Roger Federer. It took 70 minutes to play just the first set where he needed nine set points and a twenty-eight point tiebreaker to take the set from Feliciano Lopez 7-6 (13). This was only the first set of > read more
Zvonareva, Jankovic and Sharapova Fall in Madrid
Published on 2011-05-04 18:50:50
Upsets ruled the day on the women’s side on Wednesday at the Madrid Open. World No. 3 Vera Zvonareva lost 6-1, 6-4 to 16th-seeded Czech Petra Kvitova. Zvonareva missed out on a chance to move up to No. 2 if she had reached the final. There > read more
Madrid Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-04 15:16:27
Singles – Third Round (16) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) 61 64 Singles – Second Round (6) Li Na (CHN) d. Iveta Benesova (CZE) 61 64 Lucie Safarova (CZE) d. (7) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 64 46 75 Dominika Cibulkova (SVK ) d. > read more
US Quad Team Brings Home Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup Championship
Published on 2011-05-04 13:20:00
The U.S. quad wheelchair tennis team of Nick Taylor, 31, of Wichita, Kan., David Wagner, 37, of Hillsboro, Ore., and Bryan Barten, 37, of Tucson, Ariz., led the U.S. to the 2011 World Team Cup title, defeating Israel 2-1 in the final. The U.S. quad t > read more
Wozniacki, Ferrer, Del Potro, Tsonga Advance in Madrid
Published on 2011-05-03 16:00:31
Juan Martin Del Potro had a scare on Tuesday. He had to overcome a leg injury in the second set and Russia’s Mikhail Youzhny to win 6-1, 3-6, 6-3 at the Madrid Open. The Argentine said that he might not be physically ready for his round two cla > read more
Sunday in Madrid – Waiting for Marat (Safin)
Published on 2011-05-03 15:00:17
By Abigail Hinto My friend and I decided to go to Madrid a day earlier than planned when the Madrid Open announced a tournament players party open to the public who were willing to buy tickets for the event. Fifty euros for a ticket which gave us ent > read more
Madrid Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-03 14:54:36
WTA Results – Tuesday, May 3, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Bojana Jovanovski (SRB) 64 64 (3) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Sara Errani (ITA) 60 26 63 (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) 76(1 > read more
Tennis Warehouse Europe teams up with Official Roland-Garros Store for 2011 French Open
Published on 2011-05-03 14:18:12
Tennis Warehouse Europe, the European division of Tennis Warehouse, has announced the start of a new collaboration with the French Open for 2011. The company has agreed to process all online orders for Roland-Garros. The French Tennis Federation (F > read more
Man Arrested and Charged with Stalking Serena Williams
Published on 2011-05-03 13:12:34
WPTV Newschannel 5 in Palm Beach Florida is reporting that 40-year-old Patenema Ouedraogo has been charged with stalking and cyber-stalking Serena Williams. He was arrested near Williams’ home on Tuesday morning by the Palm Beach Garden po > read more
Three US Junior Teams Go Undefeated in Competitions
Published on 2011-05-03 10:12:21
The USTA announced that the U.S. Junior Fed Cup (16-and-under) team and both the boys’ and girls’ World Junior Tennis teams (14-and-under) won the North/Central America & Caribbean Regional Championships this past weekend to qualify for the 2 > read more
Vote Opens for Fed Cup Heart Award
Published on 2011-05-03 09:24:55
Andrea Petkovic (GER), Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez (ESP), Olga Savchuk (UKR) and Polona Hercog (SLO) have been shortlisted by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) for the latest Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Heart Award. All four players competed for t > read more
Roddick Falls to Qualifier at Madrid Open
Published on 2011-05-02 19:00:52
Making his 2011 clay court tournament debut, Andy Roddick the 12th seed was knocked out of the Madrid open losing 6-4, 6-7(7), 6-3 to the 160th ranked qualifier Italian Flavio Cipolla on Monday. Roddick saved a match point in the second set tiebreak > read more
Madrid Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-05-02 17:01:19
WTA Results Monday, May 2, 2011 Singles – Second Round (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Elena Vesnina (RUS) 06 63 63 (4) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) d. (Q) Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) 61 61 (8) Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Ekaterina Makarova (RUS) 63 36 61 (WC) > read more
Maria Sharapova Debuts New HEAD Racquet at Madrid Open
Published on 2011-05-02 13:58:25
At the Mutua Madrid Open on Sunday the newest member of the HEAD pro-player team Maria Sharapova premiered the new HEAD YouTek™ IG Instinct. Sharapova played a key on-court role in the development of the new HEAD Instinct Series, which promi > read more
TicketCity Signs on as Local Sponsor of Davis Cup Quarterfinal Tie Between US and Spain
Published on 2011-05-02 13:11:09
The USTA announced on Monday that TicketCity has signed on to be a local sponsor of the 2011 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Quarterfinal between the United States and Spain at The Frank Erwin Center on the University of Texas campus in Austin, July 8-10. > read more
Madrid: Murray Declares Himself Fit, Almagro, Ivanovic Upset
Published on 2011-05-01 15:47:01
World No. 4 Andy Murray is anxious to get back into competitive action at this week’s Mutua Madrid Open. Murray had been suffering from an elbow injury last month after the Monte Carlo tournament which led him to withdraw from the Barcelona Open. H > read more
Perfection Continues for Djokovic as He Recaptures Home Title
Published on 2011-05-01 14:43:20
Novak Djokovic‘s 2011 still remains perfect at 27-0. The Sebian added title win number five on the year dismissing Spaniard Feliciano Lopez 7-6(4), 6-2 at his hometown tournament the Serbian Open. Djokovic: “Today I was playing for the > read more
Davydenko Drives to Second Munich Crown
Published on 2011-05-01 14:11:04
Nikolay Davydenko rode out a three-set win over German No. 1 Florian Mayer at the Munich Open 6-3, 3-6, 6-1. The win marks the Russian’s 21st career ATP World Tour tournament victory. Davydenko spoke about the battle: “At the beginning I played s > read more
Del Potro Crushes Verdasco to Capture Estoril Title
Published on 2011-05-01 13:33:34
Juan Martin Del Potro captured his ninth career ATP World Tour title by beating Spain’s Fernando Verdasco for the Estoril Open crown 6-2, 6-2. The Argentine commented on his play, “It was my best match of the week. Finals are difficult to pla > read more
Netherlands Take World Group Finals at ITF World Team Cup
Published on 2011-05-01 12:52:14
In Sunday’s Men’s World Group final, the Netherlands overcame the challenge of France 2-1 to take home the winner’s trophy. In the Women’s World Group final, defending champions the Netherlands ensured a 24th title with their defeat of > read more
Mutua Madrid Open Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-30 15:40:19
ORDER OF PLAY - SUNDAY, 1 MAY, 2011 MANOLO SANTANA start 11:00 am [8] M Sharapova (RUS) vs [WC] A Rus (NED) – WTA [1] C Wozniacki (DEN) vs A Morita (JPN) – WTA [14] S Wawrinka (SUI) vs G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) – ATP Not Before 6:00 PM > read more
ATP Serbia Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-30 15:39:48
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 30 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d [7] J Tipsarevic (SRB) W/O – right leg F Lopez (ESP) d F Volandri (ITA) 76(3) 62 Doubles – Semi-finals [4] O Marach (AUT) / A Peya (AUT) d [1] M > read more
Vinci Victorious in Barcelona
Published on 2011-04-30 13:59:00
Roberta Vinci captured her second title in three years at the Barcelona Ladies Open by defeating Lucie Hradecka 4-6, 6-2, 6-2. She took the title in 2009 and fell to Francesca Schiavone in the 2010 final. Vinci on the match: “Lucie is very powe > read more
Estoril Open Win by Medina Garrigues Ties Venus Williams In Clay Court Titles
Published on 2011-04-30 13:52:01
Anabel Medina Garrigues won her 10th WTA title and ninth on clay, tying her with Venus Williams for most clay court titles among active players. Medina Garrigues defeated Kristina Barrois 6-1, 6-2 in Saturday’s final. “I played very ag > read more
Estoril Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-30 13:49:45
RESULTS - SATURDAY, 30 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [2] F Verdasco (ESP) d [5] M Raonic (CAN) 64 ret. (back) [8] J Del Potro (ARG) d P Cuevas (URU) 62 76(6) Singles – Quarter-finals [2] F Verdasco (ESP) d [7] K Anderson (RSA > read more
ATP World Tour Munich Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-30 11:12:50
Singles – Semi-finals [5] F Mayer (GER) d P Petzschner (GER) 63 64 [7] N Davydenko (RUS) d R Stepanek (CZE) 63 40 ret. (left leg) Doubles – Semi-finals A Beck (GER) / C Kas (GER) d J Cerretani (USA) / A Shamasdin (CAN) 64 63 ORDER OF PLAY > read more
ITF World Team Cup Day 6 Results
Published on 2011-04-30 10:44:05
Day 6 results from the 2011 ITF World Team Cup in Pretoria, South Africa. In Saturday’s Quad final, USA successfully defended their title with victory against Israel 2-1. In Sunday’s Men’s World Group final, France will face the Netherl > read more
WTA Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-29 17:53:08
Results – Friday, April 29, 2011 Singles – Semifinals Lucie Hradecka (CZE) d. (5) Sara Errani (ITA) 61 75 (6) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. Laura Pous-Tio (ESP) 46 64 76(4) Singles – Quarterfinals Laura Pous-Tio (ESP) d. Polona Hercog (SLO > read more
ATP World Tour Serbia Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-29 17:40:11
RESULTS – FRIDAY, 29 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d B Kavcic (SLO) 63 62 F Lopez (ESP) d [4] A Montanes (ESP) 64 64 [7] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d S Devvarman (IND) 63 36 64 F Volandri (ITA) d M Granollers (ESP) 62 > read more
Estoril Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-29 15:19:15
WTA Results – Friday, April 29, 2011 Singles – Semifinals Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. Monica Niculescu (ROU) 61 63 Kristina Barrois (GER) d. Johanna Larsson (SWE) 76(2) 64 Doubles – Semifinals Daniilidou/Krajicek (GRE/NED) d. J > read more
ATP World Tour Munich Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-29 13:00:19
RESULTS – FRIDAY, 29 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [7] N Davydenko (RUS) d [3] M Cilic (CRO) 75 63 [5] F Mayer (GER) d G Dimitrov (BUL) 76(4) 36 64 R Stepanek (CZE) d [8] P Kohlschreiber (GER) 64 60 P Petzschner (GER) d P Starace ( > read more
ITF World Team Cup Day 5 Results
Published on 2011-04-29 12:29:40
In Friday’s Men’s World Group semifinals, France progressed by defeating defending champions Sweden 3-0 to set up a final with the Netherlands who prevailed against Korea Republic 3-0. In the Women’s World Group semifinals, the Netherlands won > read more
WTA Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-28 17:20:42
Results – Thursday, April 28, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (5) Sara Errani (ITA) d. Alberta Brianti (ITA) 62 63 (6) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. Virginie Razzano (FRA) 64 61 Lucie Hradecka (CZE) d. (Q) Estrella Cabeza Candela (ESP) 64 64 Suspen > read more
Estoril Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-28 17:17:07
WTA Results – Thursday, April 28, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals Kristina Barrois (GER) d. (1) Alisa Kleybanova (RUS) 64 62 Monica Niculescu (ROU) d. (2) Jarmila Gajdosova (AUS) 57 64 62 Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. (3) Klara Zakopalova > read more
ATP World Tour Serbia Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-28 17:08:54
RESULTS – THURSDAY, 28 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Second Round M Granollers (ESP) d [2] V Troicki (SRB) 62 63 S Devvarman (IND) d [3] G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) 76(6) 26 76(8) [7] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d M Zverev (GER) 62 60 F Volandri (ITA) d > read more
ATP World Tour Munich Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-28 13:28:27
RESULTS – THURSDAY, 28 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Second Round [3] M Cilic (CRO) d H Zeballos (ARG) 63 76(7) [5] F Mayer (GER) d T Gabashvili (RUS) 64 76(1) [7] N Davydenko (RUS) d [Q] J Reister (GER) 36 76(5) 61 [8] P Kohlschreiber (GE > read more
ITF World Team Cup Day 4 Results
Published on 2011-04-28 12:46:12
Day 4 results from the 2011 ITF World Team Cup in Pretoria, South Africa. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 64 teams from 34 nations are taking part in the flagship wheelchair tennis team event on the > read more
BNP Paribas to Sponsor Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup
Published on 2011-04-28 06:17:45
The ITF has announced that BNP Paribas will become the new title sponsor of the World Team Cup wheelchair tennis event in 2012 in a five-year agreement that runs through 2016. The sponsorship was announced today at the 27th World Team Cup taking plac > read more
ATP World Tour Munich Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-27 16:41:16
RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 27 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Second Round P Petzschner (GER) d [1] M Youzhny (RUS) 76(5) 36 62 G Dimitrov (BUL) d [4] M Baghdatis (CYP) 36 76(6) 62 – Saved 2 M.P. P Starace (ITA) d [6] S Stakhovsky (UKR) 64 62 Doubl > read more
WTA Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-27 16:38:21
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 25-30, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Singles – Second Round (Q) Estrella Cabeza Candela (ESP) d. (2) Alexandra Dulgheru (ROU) 75 63 (5) Sara > read more
ATP World Tour Serbia Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-27 16:11:59
RESULTS – WEDESDAY, 27 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] N Djokovic (SRB) d [Q] A Ungur (ROU) 62 63 [4] A Montanes (ESP) d M Berrer (GER) 36 62 62 B Kavcic (SLO) d R Mello (BRA) 75 63 F Lopez (ESP) d [WC] F Gonzalez (CHI) 64 76(4) D > read more
Estoril Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-27 15:41:10
WTA Results – Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Alisa Kleybanova (RUS) d. Mathilde Johansson (FRA) 57 63 62 (2) Jarmila Gajdosova (AUS) d. Casey Dellacqua (AUS) 62 64 (3) Klara Zakopalova (CZE) d. (Q) Anastasiya Yakimov > read more
ITF World Team Cup Day 3 Results
Published on 2011-04-27 13:02:44
Day 3 results from the 2011 ITF World Team Cup in Pretoria, South Africa. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 64 teams from 34 nations are taking part in the flagship wheelchair tennis team event on the I > read more
Johan Cruyff Foundation Extends Sponsorship of Wheelchair Tennis
Published on 2011-04-27 05:17:24
The ITF has announced that it has renewed its sponsorship agreements with the Johan Cruyff Foundation as a program partner for the Wheelchair Tennis Silver Fund and ITF’s wheelchair tennis junior programs. The Foundation will support the Silver Fun > read more
ATP World Tour Serbia Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-26 17:14:23
RESULTS – TUESDAY, 26 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round R Mello (BRA) d [5] J Isner (USA) 64 76(4) I Marchenko (UKR) d [6] [WC] E Gulbis (LAT) 62 64 F Lopez (ESP) d [8] J Monaco (ARG) 64 75 [Q] A Ungur (ROU) d R Ramirez Hidalgo (ESP) 67( > read more
Groundbreaking for the Home of Winston-Salem Open
Published on 2011-04-26 16:17:45
Wake Forest University held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the new tennis complex that is being constructed to be the venue for the Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University, an ATP World Tour event, and also the new outdoor home for the Wake For > read more
ATP Munich Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-26 15:47:49
RESULTS – TUESDAY, 26 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round [WC] D Brown (GER) d [2] S Wawrinka (SUI) 67(6) 64 75 [3] M Cilic (CRO) d S Bolelli (ITA) 75 76(4) [5] F Mayer (GER) d [Q] S Darcis (BEL) 61 62 [7] N Davydenko (RUS) d [Q] A Kuznetso > read more
Estoril Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-26 15:17:24
WTA Results – Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Singles – First Round (2) Jarmila Gajdosova (AUS) d. Renata Voracova (CZE) 64 60 (3) Klara Zakopalova (CZE) d. (Q) Beatriz García Vidagany (ESP) 64 76(3) Urszula Radwanska (POL) d. (4) Anastasija Sev > read more
WTA Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-26 15:08:29
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 25-30, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Singles – First Round Alberta Brianti (ITA) d. (3) Tsvetana Pironkova (BUL) 61 62 Mirjana Lucic (CRO) d. ( > read more
Tennis Channel is Now “Where Champions Live”
Published on 2011-04-26 14:55:14
On the eve of its fifth French Open and with telecast rights to tennis’ other three major championships, Tennis Channel is well established as television’s “Home of the Slams.” This spring the network is changing its tagline > read more
ITF World Team Cup Day 2 Results
Published on 2011-04-26 14:16:25
Day 2 results from the 2011 ITF World Team Cup in Pretoria, South Africa. Teams are competing in four categories: men, women, quad and junior. A total of 64 teams from 34 nations are taking part in the flagship wheelchair tennis team event on the I > read more
Arthur Ashe to be Honored by International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum
Published on 2011-04-26 12:54:19
In honor of the 25th anniversary of his Hall of Fame induction, a special exhibit in the Museum and a tribute and ceremony during Hall of Fame Weekend will celebrate Arthur Ashe‘s life as a dedicated social activist, humanitarian, educator and > read more
Dunlop Signs Tim Smyczek
Published on 2011-04-26 11:09:02
Dunlop has announced the signing of 23 year old American player Tim Smyczek. The Milwaukee native turned pro in 2006 and has steadily moved up the rankings with wins at the ATP Challenger and ATP World Tour levels. Last week, Smyczek used his > read more
Grand Slam Committee Opens Full-Time Office
Published on 2011-04-26 10:16:30
The Grand Slam Committee, composed of the Chairmen of the four Grand Slam tournaments and the President of the ITF, will open a full-time Grand Slam Committee office to handle increased levels of Grand Slam Committee business. Effective > read more
Patrick McEnroe to Donald Young: Apologize
Published on 2011-04-25 19:02:34
On Friday Donald Young directed a curse-filled message at the USTA on his Twitter after falling to Tim Smyczek in the final of the USTA French Open Wild Card Playoff. “F*** USTA! Their full of s***! They have screwed me for the last time!” > read more
ATP World Tour Serbia Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-25 17:00:30
RESULTS – MONDAY, 25 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round [7] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d K Nishikori (JPN) 26 62 76(0) B Kavcic (SLO) d T Kamke (GER) 76(0) 61 M Zverev (GER) d D Sela (ISR) 76(4) 36 63 Doubles – First Round [1] M Granollers > read more
Estoril Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-25 15:00:09
WTA Results – Monday, April 25, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Alisa Kleybanova (RUS) d. Olga Govortsova (BLR) 62 62 Monica Niculescu (ROU) d. (5) Bethanie Mattek-Sands (USA) 64 57 63 (6) Elena Vesnina (RUS) d. (WC) Barbara Luz (POR) 61 6 > read more
WTA Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-25 13:25:33
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 25-30, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, April 25, 2011 Singles – First Round Magdalena Rybarikova (SVK) d. (1/WC) Marion Bartoli (FRA) 64 61 (2) Alexandra Dulgher > read more
ATP World Tour Munich Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-25 11:47:02
RESULTS – MONDAY, 25 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round [1] M Youzhny (RUS) d [WC] M Bachinger (GER) 75 62 [4] M Baghdatis (CYP) d J Benneteau (FRA) 76(2) 63 [6] S Stakhovsky (UKR) d D Istomin (UZB) 51 ret. (Upper right leg) H Zeballos (AR > read more
WTA Barcelona Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-24 18:01:59
BARCELONA LADIES OPEN Barcelona, Spain April 25-30, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 25, 2011 Central (from 13.00hrs) 1. Sílvia Soler Espinosa vs. Roberta Vinci 2. Marion Bartoli vs. Magdalena Rybarik > read more
Estoril Open Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-24 17:56:35
ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 25 APRIL, 2011 CENTRAL start 11:00 am [WC] M de Lattre (POR) vs J Larsson (SWE) – WTA Not Before 2:00 PM R Machado (POR) vs V Hanescu (ROU) – ATP Not Before 4:00 PM [WC] J Sousa (POR) vs [WC] G Elias (POR) – > read more
ATP World Tour Serbia Open Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-24 17:50:46
ATP World Tour 250 Belgrade, Serbia 25 April – 1 May, 2011 Surface: Clay ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 25 APRIL, 2011 CENTER COURT start 12:00 noon Qualifying – M Basic (BIH) vs F Skugor (CRO) Not Before 2:00 PM T Kamke (GER) vs B Kavcic (SLO > read more
Goerges Stuns Wozniacki to Take Stuttgart Title
Published on 2011-04-24 14:27:28
A German champion in Stuttgart as Julia Goerges won her second WTA singles title defeating No.1 Caroline Wozniacki 7-6(3), 6-3 for the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix crown. She only the second German ever to win the tournament as Anke Huber won it in 1991 > read more
Sweet 6th Barcelona Title for Rafael Nadal
Published on 2011-04-24 13:32:14
Rafael Nadal has moved into sole possession of third place on the all-time clay court tournament winners list by capturing his sixth title at Barcelona, his 31st clay court title besting fellow Spaniard David Ferrer 6-2, 6-4. Rafael Nadal: > read more
Fès – At 31 Brianti Captures First Ever WTA Title
Published on 2011-04-24 13:15:20
Results – Sunday, April 24, 2011 Singles – Final Alberta Brianti (ITA) d. (7) Simona Halep (ROU) 64 63 Italy’s Alberta Brianti won her first WTA singles title. At 31 she is the second oldest player to win a singles title so far this yea > read more
ATP World Tour Munich Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-24 12:47:21
RESULTS – SUNDAY, 24 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round G Dimitrov (BUL) d [WC] A Beck (GER) 61 64 Doubles – First Round D Brown (GER) / M Kohlmann (GER) d [4] D Bracciali (ITA) / P Starace (ITA) 76(8) 64 S Bolelli (ITA) / H Zeballo > read more
ATP World Tour Munich Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-23 19:06:30
ATP World Tour 250 Munich, Germany 24 April – 1 May, 2011 Surface: Clay ORDER OF PLAY - SUNDAY, 24 APRIL, 2011 CENTER COURT start 11:00 am Qualifying – B Phau (GER) vs A Kuznetsov (RUS) Qualifying – D Gremelmayr (GER) vs J Cabal ( > read more
WTA Stuttgart Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-23 15:30:55
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 18-24, 2011 $721,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Saturday, April 23, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) 75 63 Julia Goerges (GER) d > read more
ATP World Tour Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-23 13:03:40
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 23 APRIL, 2011 Singles - Semi-finals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d I Dodig (CRO) 63 62 [4] D Ferrer (ESP) d [8] N Almagro (ESP) 63 64 Doubles – Semi-finals [1] B Bryan (USA) / M Bryan (USA) d [4] L Kubot (POL) / O Marac > read more
WTA Fès Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-23 10:39:31
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 18-24, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Saturday, April 23, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (7) Simona Halep (ROU) d. Kirsten Flipkens (BEL) 75 64 Alberta Br > read more
WTA Fès Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-22 16:00:33
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 18-24, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, April 22, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (7) Simona Halep (ROU) d. (4) Greta Arn (HUN) 62 61 Dinara Safin > read more
ATP World Tour Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-22 14:05:22
RESULTS – FRIDAY, 22 APRIL, 2011 Singles - Quarter-finals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [7] G Monfils (FRA) 62 62 [4] D Ferrer (ESP) d [6] J Melzer (AUT) 63 63 [8] N Almagro (ESP) d J Ferrero (ESP) 63 63 I Dodig (CRO) d F Lopez (ESP) 64 26 64 Doubles & > read more
US Open National Playoffs Update
Published on 2011-04-22 12:43:50
Update on the 2011 US Open National Playoffs recapping the Sectional Qualifying Tournaments that have concluded. The updates will include a list of the men, women, and mixed doubles team who advanced to the US Open National Playoffs – Men’s, Wome > read more
Arantxa Sanchez-Vicario, Andres Gimeno and Manolo Santana Presented with Hall of Fame Rings
Published on 2011-04-22 10:36:37
NEWPORT, R.I., April 22, 2011 – Having captured major titles, earned Olympic medals and represented Spain proudly and successfully in Davis Cup and Fed Cup competitions, Arantxa Sanchez-Vicario, Andres Gimeno and Manolo Santana tr > read more
Renée Richards Documentary Debuts at Tribeca Film Festival
Published on 2011-04-22 03:20:53
NEW YORK CITY – April 21, 2011 –The Tribeca Film Festival debuted the documentary film Renée about former professional tennis player Dr. Renée Richards as part of the Tribeca/ESPN Sports film Festival. This New Yorker was born Ri > read more
WTA Stuttgart Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-21 17:59:03
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 18-24, 2011 $721,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Thursday, April 21, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Andrea Petkovic (GER) 64 61 (5) Samantha Stosur (A > read more
ATP Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-21 15:46:59
RESULTS – THURSDAY, 21 APRIL, 2011 Singles - Third Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d S Giraldo (COL) 63 61 [4] D Ferrer (ESP) d V Hanescu (ROU) 63 62 [6] J Melzer (AUT) d [11] A Montanes (ESP) 67(2) 63 62 [7] G Monfils (FRA) d [9] R Gasquet (FRA) 64 > read more
John Isner Commits to Play Winston-Salem Open
Published on 2011-04-21 14:12:38
The Winston-Salem Open at Wake Forest University announces that John Isner – ranked No. 4 among American male players and No. 29 among worldwide players on the ATP Rankings – as the second player signed to compete in the inaugural tourname > read more
WTA Fès Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-21 12:35:26
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 18-24, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, April 21, 2011 Singles – Second Round Anastasia Pivovarova (RUS) d. (2) Yaroslava Shvedova (KAZ) 62 7 > read more
“It Was My Best Match of the Year” Stosur Advances in Stuttgart
Published on 2011-04-21 11:50:48
By Tumaini Carayol Australia’s Sam Stosur moved into the semifinals of the Stuttgart Porsche Tennis Grand Prix with a 2-6 6-3 7-6(3) victory over second seeded Vera Zvonareva. Zvonareva came out all guns blazing, breaking Stosur’s > read more
USTA Announces Teams for Upcoming Junior Team Events
Published on 2011-04-21 11:03:19
The USTA announced on Thursday that the top American juniors who will represent the United States in the qualifying events for the Junior Davis Cup (16-and-under) and Junior Fed Cup (16-and-under) by BNP Paribas and the World Junior Tennis Com > read more
ITF Approves US Choice of Surface for July Davis Cup Tie Versus Spain
Published on 2011-04-21 07:36:01
The ITF’s Davis Cup Committee unanimously agreed that the surface, “Premier Court”, chosen by the United States for their quarterfinal tie against Spain, 8-10 July 2011 in Austin, Texas, complies with Rule 38 (a) of the Davis Cup Regulations fo > read more
WTA Stuttgart Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-20 17:18:51
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 18-24, 2011 $721,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Wednesday, April 20, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (LL) Zuzana Kucova (SVK) 61 62 (2) Vera Zvonareva > read more
ATP World Tour Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-20 16:21:43
RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 20 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d D Gimeno-Traver (ESP) 61 61 I Dodig (CRO) d [3] R Soderling (SWE) 62 64 [4] D Ferrer (ESP) d C Berlocq (ARG) 62 62 [6] J Melzer (AUT) d M Granollers (ESP) 61 6 > read more
WTA Fès Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-20 14:41:23
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 18-24, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, April 20, 2011 Singles – Second Round (WC) Nadia Lalami (MAR) d. (1/WC) Aravane Rezai (FRA) 26 76(5) > read more
Countdown to Wimbledon – Wimbledon Spring Press Conference
Published on 2011-04-20 13:20:37
A 6.4% increase in total prize money, two new courts and a 125th anniversary competition to win tickets for this year’s Championships were among the announcements made by the Chairman and Chief Executive of the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet > read more
USTA 2011 French Open Wild Card Playoff April 20-22
Published on 2011-04-20 11:03:53
The USTA announced on Wednesday that six men and six women have been invited to participate in its 2011 French Open Wild Card Playoffs, held April 20-22 at the Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton, Fla. The USTA and the French Tennis Federation hav > read more
The Year of Andrea Petkovic?
Published on 2011-04-20 08:30:22
By Tumaini Carayol STUTTGART – So far, 2011 has been a year filled with great highs and new progress for Germany’s Andrea Petkovic. In January, the 23 year-old wowed spectators at the Australian Open as she demolished 2008 champion > read more
Tuesday in Stuttgart
Published on 2011-04-19 18:45:24
By Tumaini Carayol Sam Stosur, Julia Goerges and Sabine Lisicki all moved into the second round of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart on Tuesday with straight sets victories. It was far from plain sailing for Stosur, who after speeding > read more
WTA Stuttgart Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-19 18:01:48
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 18-24, 2011 $721,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Tuesday, April 19, 2011 Singles – First Round (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. María José Martínez Sánchez (ESP) 75 61 (7) Jelena J > read more
WTA Fès Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-19 15:41:06
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 18-24, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, April 19, 2011 Singles – First Round (1/WC) Aravane Rezai (FRA) d. Arantxa Rus (NED) 46 64 63 (2) Yaro > read more
ATP World Tour Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-19 15:38:34
RESULTS – TUESDAY, 19 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Second Round [7] G Monfils (FRA) d R Haase (NED) 36 76(3) 62 [8] N Almagro (ESP) d P Andujar (ESP) 75 76(1) Singles – First Round [9] R Gasquet (FRA) d J Chela (ARG) 26 76(2) 64 N Davydenk > read more
Mike Powell’s ‘A Game to Love In Celebration of Tennis’ on Approach Shots
Published on 2011-04-18 20:04:55
Award-winning sports photographer Mike Powell makes his publishing debut with the work A Game to Love In Celebration of Tennis (Abrams April 2011). The book contains 500 images which capture a year in tennis at the majors. Along with the image > read more
ESPN’s Mike Greenberg and Chris Evert Fall in US Open National Playoffs
Published on 2011-04-18 19:30:17
Six-time US Open champion Chris Evert and ESPN’s Mike Greenberg share a laugh after Greenberg hit a return of serve into Evert’s rear during their mixed doubles second round match at the US Open National Playoff eastern qualifier at the > read more
WTA Stuttgart Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-18 19:18:37
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 18-24, 2011 $721,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Results – Monday, April 18, 2011 Singles – First Round (6) Li Na (CHN) d. Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) 62 63 (8) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Tsveta > read more
WTA Fès Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-18 17:02:49
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 18-24, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, April 18, 2011 Singles – First Round (4) Greta Arn (HUN) d. Patricia Mayr-Achleitner (AUT) 60 10 ret. ( > read more
ATP World Tour Barcelona Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-18 16:41:29
ATP World Tour 500 Barcelona, Spain 18-24 April, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – MONDAY, 18 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round [11] A Montanes (ESP) d T Gabashvili (RUS) 62 62 [12] G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) d D Istomin (UZB) 76(6) 63 S Gira > read more
USA TODAY Sports and Tennis Channel Join Forces For ‘Court Report’
Published on 2011-04-18 06:30:32
USA TODAY Sports and Tennis Channel are joining together to provide a weekly video feature called “Court Report” that will be available at tennis.usatoday.com every Monday. The weekly report will recap tournaments that have just co > read more
Giron Wins 18s on Final Day of Easter Bowl
Published on 2011-04-17 22:58:05
Story by Steve Pratt RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 17, 2011) – Three Californians won singles titles on the final day of the 44th annual Easter Bowl USTA Junior Spring National Championships on Sunday. UCLA-bound Marcos Giron, who come > read more
ATP World Tour Barcelona Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-17 16:00:55
ATP World Tour 500 Barcelona, Spain 18-24 April, 2011 Surface: Clay ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, 18 APRIL, 2011 PISTA CENTRAL start 11:00 am A Dolgopolov (UKR) / X Malisse (BEL) vs N Almagro (ESP) / M Raonic (CAN) Not Before 1:30 PM M Granollers (ES > read more
Czech Republic and Russia Advance to Fed Cup Final, Complete Results
Published on 2011-04-17 15:29:56
The Czech Republic and Russia have advanced to the Fed Cup final after victories over Belgium and Italy respectively. The final will be played in Russia on the weekend of November 5-6. Germany, Serbia, Spain and Ukraine have won their way back > read more
WTA Stuttgart Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-17 15:25:01
PORSCHE TENNIS GRAND PRIX Stuttgart, Germany April 18-24, 2011 $721,000/Premier Red Clay/Indoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 18, 2011 Center Court (from 13.00hrs) 1. Tsvetana Pironkova vs. Marion Bartoli 2. Kristina Barrois vs. Lucie Safarova > read more
WTA Fès Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-17 15:13:30
GRAND PRIX DE SAR LA PRINCESSE LALLA MERYEM Fès, Morocco April 18-24, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 18, 2011 Court Mohamed M’Jid (from 11.00hrs) 1. Irina-Camelia Begu vs. Sloane Stephens (Sin > read more
Nadal in Seventh Heaven at Monte Carlo Masters
Published on 2011-04-17 13:17:49
Rafael Nadal began his 2011 clay court campaign by capturing his seventh consecutive Monte Carlo Masters title with a 6-4, 7-5 victory over fellow Spaniard David Ferrer. “It’s really emotional and unbelievable for me. [To] start the clay season l > read more
Notes and Quotes on USA’s Loss to Germany in Fed Cup
Published on 2011-04-17 12:53:57
For the first time in since the group format was instituted in 1995, the United States will not be able to compete for the Fed Cup next year. Germany crushed the United States, 5-0, in the 2011 Fed Cup World Group Playoff in Stuttgart this wee > read more
McPhillips Wins Girls’ 18s Title; Escobedo and Shishkina Take 14s Titles at USTA Junior Spring National Championships
Published on 2011-04-16 22:03:36
Story by Britten Gerrard and Steve Pratt RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 16, 2011) – After coming up short three times, the fourth time turned out to be the charm for Kyle McPhillips. McPhillips, the No. 13 seed, won the ITF Girls > read more
ATP World Tour Monte-Carlo Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-16 13:53:16
RESULTS - SATURDAY, 16 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [3] [WC] A Murray (GBR) 64 26 61 [4] D Ferrer (ESP) d [7] J Melzer (AUT) 63 62 Doubles – Semi-finals [1] B Bryan (USA) / M Bryan (USA) d [5] M Fyrstenberg (POL > read more
Fed Cup Day 1 Results for World Group Semifinals and Playoff Ties
Published on 2011-04-16 12:00:34
Here are the latest results for the 2011 Fed Cup World Group semifinals, and World Group and World Group II play-offs on 16-17 April. The World Group II play-off tie between Japan and Argentina has been postponed until 16-17 July, and will be played > read more
Day 6 at the Easter Bowl
Published on 2011-04-16 00:02:31
Story by Britten Gerrard RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 15, 2011) – Two 2010 Easter Bowl champions will square off against one another Saturday for another Easter Bowl title after advancing to the finals of the ITF girls’ 18s division on Friday at > read more
USA and Germany Face Off in Fed Cup World Group Playoff
Published on 2011-04-15 11:55:48
The United States will try to stay in the Fed Cup World Group for 2012 as they compete against face Germany this weekend in the Fed Cup World Group Playoff in Stuttgart. Order of Play Saturday, 7:00 a.m. ET Singles A: Christina McHale (USA) vs. Andre > read more
ATP World Tour Monte-Carlo Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-15 11:52:25
RESULTS - FRIDAY, 15 APRIL, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d I Ljubicic (CRO) 61 63 [7] J Melzer (AUT) d [2] R Federer (SUI) 64 64 [3] [WC] A Murray (GBR) d [Q] F Gil (POR) 62 61 [4] D Ferrer (ESP) d [11] V Troicki (SRB) 63 6 > read more
Fed Cup Draws for World Group Semifinals and Play-off Ties
Published on 2011-04-15 08:12:56
The ITF has announced the draws for the 2011 Fed Cup World Group semifinals, and World Group and World Group II play-offs on 16-17 April. The World Group II play-off tie between Japan and Argentina has been postponed until 16-17 July, and will be pla > read more
Day 5 of Easter Bowl
Published on 2011-04-14 23:39:29
Story by Steve Pratt RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 14, 2011) – Kyle McPhillips just has to be in “tennis-mode” and everything will be OK. The 16-year-old from Willoughby, Ohio, was definitely there on Thursday, ousting unseeded Ellen Tsay > read more
U.S. Fed Cup vs Germany This Weekend on Tennis Channel
Published on 2011-04-14 19:00:59
Tennis Channel will provide exclusive coverage of the U.S. Fed Cup team‘s competition against Germany in Stuttgart, Germany, this weekend with live and same-day, “Instant Encore” replays Saturday and Sunday. Bec > read more
ATP World Tour Monte-Carlo Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-14 18:52:02
ATP World Tour Masters 1000 Monte-Carlo, Monaco 10-17 April, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS - THURSDAY, 14 APRIL, 2011 Singles - Third Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [13] R Gasquet (FRA) 62 64 [2] R Federer (SUI) d [15] M Cilic (CRO) 64 63 [3] [W > read more
Day 4 at the Easter Bowl
Published on 2011-04-14 00:42:32
Story by Steve Pratt Easter Bowl Press Aide RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 13, 2011) – Wearing their matching Adidas white tops and lime green shorts, Marcos Giron and Mitchell Krueger were seen chatting with each other after each won boys > read more
Net Notes For April 13, 2011
Published on 2011-04-13 19:00:12
In the news: Andy Murray‘s losing streak is now history. The Scot stopped Radek Stepanek in Monte-Carlo 6-1, 6-4 to break a four-match losing streak dating back tot he final of the Australian Open. Vania King will replace Bethanie Mattek > read more
ATP World Tour Monte-Carlo Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-13 15:26:56
RESULTS - WEDNESDAY, 13 APRIL, 2011 Singles - Second Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d J Nieminen (FIN) 62 62 [3] [WC] A Murray (GBR) d [WC] R Stepanek (CZE) 61 64 [4] D Ferrer (ESP) d F Lopez (ESP) 62 60 T Robredo (ESP) d [6] F Verdasco (ESP) 64 63 [7] J > read more
Fed Cup: U.S. Notes and Quotes from Pre Draw News Conference
Published on 2011-04-13 12:11:13
The U.S. Fed Cup team held a pre-draw news conference on Wednesday ahead of the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group Playoff versus Germany in Stuttgart this weekend. Here are the highlights: U.S. Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez On Bethanie Mat > read more
Vania King to Replace Injured Bethanie Mattek-Sands on US Fed Cup Team for World Group Playoff Against Germany
Published on 2011-04-13 09:21:05
The USTA has announced that Vania King will replace Bethanie Mattek-Sands on the U.S. Fed Cup team that will face Germany this weekend in the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group Playoff in Stuttgart, Germany. King will join teammates Melanie Ou > read more
Day 3 at Easter Bowl
Published on 2011-04-13 00:49:15
Story by Britten Gerrard RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (April 12, 2011) – Defending champion and No. 1 seed Bjorn Fratangelo won easily in his opening match in the boys’ ITF 18s division while there was no shortage of big upsets on the girls’ side on T > read more
Net Notes for April 12, 2011
Published on 2011-04-12 19:00:59
In the news: Serena Williams is back on court. She announced on her twitter account: “Look who I spotted on the court. Her first day back…” and posted the photo above. The Associated Press reported that Williams agent Jill Smoller wrote in an e > read more
ATP World Tour Monte-Carlo Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-12 14:36:16
ATP World Tour Masters 1000 Monte-Carlo, Monaco RESULTS - TUESDAY, 12 APRIL, 2011 Singles - Second Round [2] R Federer (SUI) d P Kohlschreiber (GER) 62 61 [5] [WC] T Berdych (CZE) d [Q] O Rochus (BEL) 62 63 I Ljubicic (CRO) d [12] J Tsonga (FRA) > read more
USTA Teams Up with First Lady Obama to Support “Joining Forces”
Published on 2011-04-12 10:46:13
The USTA announced on Tuesday its commitment to support “Joining Forces,” an effort led by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, to mobilize all sectors of society to give United States service members and their families the opportunities > read more
Day 2 at the Easter Bowl
Published on 2011-04-11 23:00:22
Reigning girls’ 14s Easter Bowl champion Gabrielle Andrews won her opening match 6-3, 6-2 in the ITF girls’ 18s division over Rianna Valdes on Monday at the prestigious 44th annual Easter Bowl USTA Junior Spring National Championships taking plac > read more
Net Notes for Aprill 11, 2011
Published on 2011-04-11 18:00:26
In the news: Retired Thai player Paradorn Srichaphan announced that he entering Thailand’s political arena. He’s running for Parliament. Andre Agassi, John McEnroe, Jim Courier and Michael Chang will take part in the first Rogers Legend > read more
ATP World Tour Monte-Carlo Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-11 15:06:18
ATP World Tour Masters 1000 Monte-Carlo, Monaco RESULTS - MONDAY, 11 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round [9] N Almagro (ESP) d M Granollers (ESP) 63 63 F Mayer (GER) d [10] M Youzhny (RUS) 63 26 63 [11] V Troicki (SRB) d [WC] J Lisnard (MON > read more
Houston Winner Ryan Sweeting to Play Newport
Published on 2011-04-11 13:36:39
Ryan Sweeting, who just completed a dream week of going from wild card entry to champion at the US Men’s Clay Court Championship in Houston will compete in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships in Newport, R.I., July 4 – > read more
Agassi, McEnroe, Courier and Chang to Participate in First Rogers Legends Cup
Published on 2011-04-11 09:31:32
Tennis Canada announced the first Rogers Legends Cup, a three day tournament that will feature former Grand Slam champions Andre Agassi, John McEnroe, Jim Courier and Michael Chang. The event will take place from the evening of August 12 through to S > read more
Easter Bowl Begins in Rancho Mirage
Published on 2011-04-11 00:31:40
Top-seeded boys’ 14s player Henrik Wiersholm of Kirkland, Wash., won his opening-round match at the 44th annual Easter Bowl USTA Junior Spring National Championships taking place at the Rancho Las Palmas Resort on Sunday. Wiersholm beat Weil > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis Week in Review
Published on 2011-04-10 20:33:48
0-15 Clijsters Out of Action, May Miss Roland Garros Kim Clijsters‘ Roland Garros is in question. Clijsters reported on her website on Sunday She had announced on her website on Tuesday that she’ll be out for four weeks with right shoulder an > read more
Sweeting Captures First ATP Title in Houston
Published on 2011-04-10 18:16:07
Ryan Sweeting playing in his first ATP World Tour final notches his first tournament win with a 6-4, 7-6(3) over Kei Nishikori at the US Men’s Clay Court Championship. “I’m most happy about the way I performed under pressure, said Sweeting. It > read more
Wozniacki Nets Her First Family Circle Cup Championship
Published on 2011-04-10 17:38:59
World No.1 Caroline Wozniacki wins her third WTA title of the season by defeating Elena Vesnina 6-2, 6-3 to capture the Family Circle Cup. Wozniacki captured the Dubai and BNP Paribas Open titles earlier in the year. Caroline Wozniacki: “I pl > read more
Crawford and Giron Win 18s Titles at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2011-04-10 16:52:58
Marcos Giron had plenty of incentive heading into the boys’ 18s final of the USTA International Spring Championships Sunday morning at Home Depot Center. The 17-year-old from Thousand Oaks was hoping to succeed where a friend and > read more
ATP World Tour – Monte Carlo – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-10 14:20:50
RESULTS - SUNDAY, 10 APRIL, 2011 Singles – First Round E Gulbis (LAT) d [14] A Dolgopolov (UKR) 61 64 I Ljubicic (CRO) d J Chardy (FRA) 61 62 M Raonic (CAN) d M Llodra (FRA) 63 06 60 P Kohlschreiber (GER) d A Golubev (KAZ) 57 76(6) 64 Doubles > read more
Kim Clijsters’ Ankle Injury Puts Her in Doubt for French Open
Published on 2011-04-10 13:26:22
Kim Clijsters‘ official website is reporting that she injured her ankle at a wedding party and will not be able play for four to six weeks. Clijsters had announced last week that she would be missing some time due to wrist and shoulder injuries > read more
Net Notes for April 9, 2011
Published on 2011-04-09 20:53:33
In the news: Robin Soderling has withdrawn from Monte Carlo with a knee injury. The tournament begins on Sunday. Upsets rule the day In Marbella – (Q) Irina-Camelia Begu (ROU) d. (2/WC) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 36 76(3) > read more
Young Guns Nishikori and Sweeting to Clash in Houston Final
Published on 2011-04-09 20:49:51
Wildcard Ryan Sweeting stunned Ivo Karlovic 7-6(3), 6-3 to advance to his first ATP World Tour final. “I had trouble with allergies today and I was not at my best” Karlovic said after the match. ”I could not breathe properly and > read more
Wozniacki Conquers Wind and Jankovic to Advance to Family Circle Cup Final
Published on 2011-04-09 19:53:50
World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki battled in windy conditions with long baseline rallies for two hours to defeat Jelena Jankovic 6-4, 6-4 to advance to the Family Circle Cup final. “I had to be aggressive and hit it deep because [Jankovic] is such > read more
Nancy Richey, Roy Emerson and Owen Davidson Receive Hall of Fame Rings at US Men’s Clay Court Championship
Published on 2011-04-09 19:11:33
Clay court competitor and Texas native Nancy Richey and Australian tennis legends Roy Emerson and Owen Davidson have achieved success at the greatest levels of tennis, ranging from capturing Grand Slam victories to setting world records and achieving > read more
Chiang, Rubin Win 16s Titles; Giron, Fratangelo Advance to 18s Final at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2011-04-09 17:39:03
CARSON, Calif.– Improving her net play has been Yuki Chiang‘s goal ever since she began working with coach Lori McNeil and the added dimension to her game served her well Saturday morning at Home Depot Center. Playing at the facility w > read more
Michael Chen Zhao Wins Longines Future Tennis Aces Tournament at Billie Jean King USTA National Tennis Center
Published on 2011-04-09 16:40:11
Twelve-year-old Michael Chen Zhao of Princeton Junction, NJ won the United States’ 2011 Longines Future Tennis Aces Tournament on Saturday, April 9 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, site of the U.S. Open, in Flushing Meadows, NY. > read more
44th Annual Easter Bowl Begins in Rancho Mirage on Sunday
Published on 2011-04-09 13:47:53
The nation’s e best boys and girls junior tennis players from the United States will once again vie for gold, silver and bronze USTA national balls April 10-17 at the annual Easter Bowl Spring National Championships taking place at the Rancho Las P > read more
Net Notes for April 8, 2011
Published on 2011-04-09 00:12:57
In the news: Novak Djokovic will not be playing Monte Carlo due to a knee injury. Dinara Safina was forced to retire from her match in Marbella against Victoria Azarenka due to a back injury. Via her twitter account Safina said: “Sorry > read more
Another Day, Another Battle for Wozniacki at Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-04-09 00:11:04
It’s been a long draining week for World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki at the Family Circle Cup in Charleston, SC. Another day and another struggle. The Dane had to mount a rally down a set and a break to stop Yanina Wickmayer 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 on Friday to > read more
Fish Out, Karlovic and Isner Produce Three Tall Tales of Tiebreaks in Houston
Published on 2011-04-08 23:55:04
The two tallest men on the ATP World Tour with two of the biggest serves in Ivo Karlovic and Jon Isner battled for over three hours for three tiebreak sets with Karlovic saving two match points and coming out on top 7-6(2), 6-7(2), 7-6 (9). The Karlo > read more
Southern Hospitality at the Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-04-08 22:10:35
By Rachel Vinson The two tournaments that I had attended before coming to the Family Circle Cup were the US Open and the Sony Ericsson Open. Both tournaments are attractive for similar reasons: their location in large fast-paced cities, (New Yo > read more
Austin Beats Top-Seeded Duval on Day 5 of the USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2011-04-08 19:30:42
As if having to play top-seeded Victoria Duval wasn’t a daunting enough task, Brooke Austin found herself trailing 4-0, 30-love in the third set. The 15-year-old from Indianapolis recovered to pull off a 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 victory in the girls’ > read more
Net Notes for April 7, 2011
Published on 2011-04-07 22:53:37
In the News: Ivo Karlovic Awarded Wildcard to Play Newport Upsets of the day all at Family Circle Cup: Wozniacki Survives Challenge, Stosur Falls as Upsets Mark Day 4 of Family Circle Cup ANDALUCÍA TENNIS EXPERIENCE Marbella, Spain April 4-10 > read more
Four-Hour Marathon Highlights Day 4 Action at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2011-04-07 22:39:52
After a marathon four-hour, 15-minute match in windy conditions at the ITF Grade I event being played at the Home Depot Center, Pomona’s Gabby Andrews was victorious over San Diego’s Christina Makarova recording a 6-7 (4), 7-5, 7-6 (4) win in w > read more
Houston: US Men’s Clay Court Championship- Fish Advances and Friday’s “Tall Tale”
Published on 2011-04-07 22:21:51
Smooth sailing for Mardy Fish playing his first tournament as the No. 1 ranked American. Fish defeated Albert Ramos 6-3, 6-3 to advance to Friday’s quarterfinals. Fish is a career high No. 11 in the ATP World Tour rankings this week and is the 11th > read more
Wozniacki Survives Challenge, Stosur Falls as Upsets Mark Day 4 of Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-04-07 22:03:46
Thursday at the Family Circle cup marked a day of surprises. World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki struggled for 2 ½ hours to defeat Barbora Zahlavova Strycova, 7-6 (6), 7-6 (9). Wozniacki rushed out to a 4-1 lead in the first set and it appeared the match > read more
Family Circle Cup – Day Session Photos from Day 4
Published on 2011-04-07 19:24:28
CHARLESTON, SC – Thursday Day session photos from Family Circle Cup. All photos by Rachel Vinson. Rachel Vinson is the author of Onthegotennis.com and is covering Family Circle Cup as media for Tennis Panorama News. Follow her tweets from C > read more
Ivo Karlovic Awarded Wildcard to Play Newport
Published on 2011-04-07 15:03:08
Ivo Karlovic will bring his big serving game to Newport, Rhode Island this summer to compete in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships. Karlovic has been awarded a wild card for the tournament, which will be hosted July 4 – 10, > read more
Net Notes for April 6, 2011
Published on 2011-04-06 23:00:57
In the News: Andy Murray will play his Wimbledon warm-up at Queen’s Club this year. Also entered into the event are Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Andy Roddick played caddy on Wednesday at the Masters for Zach Johnson. Zach Johnson on Roddick: > read more
Day 3 of the USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2011-04-06 22:40:11
Beating a top-seeded player was nothing new for Yuki Chiang, who pulled off the feat once again during the third round of the girls’ 16s singles at the USTA International Spring Championships on Wednesday, beating No. 1-seeded Katrine Steffensen of > read more
Sweeting Stuns Querrey at US Men’s Clay Court Championship
Published on 2011-04-06 22:20:53
Ryan Sweeting, the 2005 US Open Junior Champion, defeated Sam Querrey to reach an ATP quarterfinal for the second time in 2011. He also did so in Delray Beach in February. Japan’s Kei Nishikori is involved with two efforts to help with the eart > read more
Top Three Seeds Advance at Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-04-06 18:21:42
By Rachel Vinson CHARLESTON, SC – The top 3 seeds: Caroline Wozniacki, Samantha Stosur, and Jelena Jankovic, cruised through their second round matches on Wednesday at the Family Circle Cup. Two of the matches included bakery items, with Wo > read more
Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships Will Switch Back to Clay Courts
Published on 2011-04-06 15:21:44
USTA Player Development announced on Wednesday that the Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships will return this year to its clay court roots for the first time since 1998. The Orange Bowl will move to the Frank Veltri Tennis Center in Plant > read more
Participants Announced for Longines Future Tennis Aces event at BJK USTA National Tennis Center
Published on 2011-04-06 14:40:03
The best 12-and-under players from the USTA’s Eastern, Middle States and New England sections, as well as Harlem Junior Tennis League will compete for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play at Roland Garros during the French Open against tennis l > read more
ITF Announces Fed Cup Team Nominations for World Group Semifinals, and World Group and World Group II
Published on 2011-04-06 10:18:26
On Wednesday the ITF announced the team nominations for the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group semifinals, and World Group and World Group II play-off ties to be played on 16-17 April. The World Group II play-off tie between Japan and Argentin > read more
John McEnroe and Jimmy Connors to Relive Old Rivalry in World Team Tennis This Summer
Published on 2011-04-06 07:56:56
Two American tennis legends will revive their long-time tennis rivalry this summer, when Hall of Famers John McEnroe and Jimmy Connors square off in a World TeamTennis match on July 14 at SPORTIME Randall’s Island. The pair will play singles and > read more
Samantha Stosur to Miss Fed Cup Tie Versus Ukraine
Published on 2011-04-06 01:25:27
Tennis Australia reports that world No. 5 Samantha Stosur will not play in Australia’s upcoming Fed Cup tie against the Ukraine. “I love representing Australia and it has been difficult to prioritize my immediate schedule. But it is extreme > read more
Net Notes for April 5, 2011
Published on 2011-04-06 00:53:34
In the news: Kim Clijsters announced on her website on Tuesday that she’ll be out for four weeks with right shoulder and wrist injuries which means she’ll miss playing Fed Cup. From the statement on her website: “I think this is a g > read more
Fifth-Seeded Smith Upset by Local In Girls’ 16s at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2011-04-06 00:18:33
Following up a strong semifinal performance at this event one year ago, Long Beach’s Kiah Generette pulled off another big upset on Tuesday in the girls’ 16s division during the second day of the seventh annual USTA International Spring Ch > read more
Power Outage Doesn’t Stop Blake in Houston at the US Men’s Clay Court Championship
Published on 2011-04-05 23:30:35
At No. 163 in the world, American James Blake is fighting for ranking points these days on the ATP World Tour. This week he’s in Houston playing the US men’s Clay court Championship. Blake had not played a clay court since October of 2009. > read more
Family Circle Cup: Sabine and Happy
Published on 2011-04-05 22:43:27
By Rachel Vinson Sabine Lisicki, one of the 6 Xperia Hot Shots, won her 1st round match today against Renata Voaracova 3-6, 6-4, 6-2 on Tuesday at the Family Circle Cup. Although Liscicki is very popular here in Charleston, her popularity has been > read more
“On The Call” with U.S. Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez
Published on 2011-04-05 22:00:22
The USTA held a media conference call on Tuesday with U.S. Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez. She officially named the US Fed Cup team to take on Germany in Stuttgart April 16-17 in the World Group Playoff. Tennis Panorama News listened in on the ca > read more
Mattek-Sands, Oudin, Huber and McHale Named to US Fed Cup Team, Venus Williams to Attend
Published on 2011-04-05 15:06:00
The USTA and U.S. Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez announced the team on Tuesday. The team will consist of Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Melanie Oudin, Liezel Huber and Christina McHale. They will represent the the U.S. against Germany in the 2011 Fed Cup > read more
USTA Names Annual Awards During Annual Meeting
Published on 2011-04-05 11:20:16
On Tuesday the USTA announced the seven winners of its Annual Awards during the USTA Annual Meeting, held April 1-4, at the Naples Grande Beach Resort in Naples, Fla. Lucie Garvin wins the Barbara Williams Leadership Award. The Barbara Williams Leade > read more
ITF Increases Online Coverage of Fed Cup
Published on 2011-04-05 06:19:06
The ITF announced today that it is increasing its live online coverage of ties in the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas. The World Group II play-offs have been added to the list of ties that will feature on the official Fed Cup website, FedCup.com and FedC > read more
Unseeded Giron Upsets No. 5-Seeded Novikov at USTA International Spring Championships
Published on 2011-04-05 00:11:52
CARSON, Calif., (Monday, April 4, 2010) – Marcos Giron wasn’t happy when he saw the name Dennis Novikov above his on the boys’ 18s draw sheet before the start of the seventh annual USTA International Spring Championships. Novikov surely > read more
Chatting with Wozniacki, Jankovic, Bartoli and Peer at the WTA All-Acess Hour at Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-04-04 22:56:45
By Rachel Vinson On Monday at the Family Circle Cup the WTA held it’s All-Access hour where the media had the opportunity to talk to the top eight seeds at the tournament in a round table format. It is unique to the WTA and really allows for > read more
ATP World Tour – US Men’s Clay Courts Championship – Monday Results, Tuesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-04 21:58:07
RESULTS – MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2011 Main Draw Singles First Round [7] Pablo Cuevas (URU) d Ricardo Mello (BRA) 62 60 [8] Grigor Dimitrov (BUL) d Rainer Schuettler (GER) 60 62 Igor Andreev (RUS) d Michael Russell (USA) 62 63 Main Draw Doubles First > read more
Made My Day – Videos from Cliff Drysdale’s Fundraiser During the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-04 21:14:01
by Craig Hickman The 2011 Sony Ericsson Open is now history. Before play was officially underway, Kim Clijsters, Andy Roddick, Caroline Wozniacki and Ryan Harrison supported the Greater Miami Tennis Club as part of Cliff Drysdale’s fundraiser a > read more
WTA – Family Circle Cup – Monday Results, Tuesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-04 20:15:50
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $721,000 APRIL 2 – APRIL 10, 2011 RESULTS – APRIL 4, 2011 Women’s Singles – First Round [11] S Peng (CHN) d [Q] S Stephens (USA) 62 61 [12] J Goerges (GER) d O Govortsova (BLR) 75 > read more
Photos from WTA All-Access Hour at Family Circle Cup in Charleston
Published on 2011-04-04 20:00:22
CHARLESTON, SC – Rachel Vinson of Onthegotennis is at the Family Circle Cup tournament in Charleston this week reporting for Tennis Panorama News. Here is a gallery of Monday’s photos taken by her which include Caroline Wozniacki, Sam > read more
TennisFest Set for May 15 For USTA Eastern to Feature Nick Bollettieri
Published on 2011-04-04 18:37:36
White Plains, NY – Families in USTA Eastern can enjoy free tennis lessons, hear from tennis coaching legend Nick Bollettieri and learn about local opportunities to enjoy the sport at TennisFest 2011, a free day of activities for players of all ag > read more
Tickets For U.S. Versus Spain Davis Cup Tie Go on Sale April 8th
Published on 2011-04-04 17:07:09
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 4, 2011 – The USTA announced today that tickets for the 2011 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Quarterfinal between the United States and Spain to be played at the Frank Erwin Center on The University of Texas campus in Austin, Tex > read more
Longines Future Tennis Aces Event on April 9 at Billie Jean King USTA National Tennis Center
Published on 2011-04-04 16:39:05
New York, April 4, 2011 – Longines, the official timekeeper and partner of the French Open, has announced that 16 junior boys tennis players age 12-and-under will take part in a one-day Longines Future Tennis Aces tournament with the winner earning > read more
Family Circle Cup Japan Relief Initiative
Published on 2011-04-04 14:59:40
Charleston, SC (April 4, 2011) – The Family Circle Cup and its parent company, Meredith Corporation, have partnered with Subaru of Charleston, the tournament’s official vehicle provider, and the American Red Cross in a tsunami relief effort, with > read more
WTA – Family Circle Cup – Sunday Results, Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-03 21:40:23
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 721,000.00 APRIL 2 – APRIL 10, 2011 RESULTS – APRIL 3, 2011 Women’s Qualifying Singles – Second Round Qualifying – A Stevenson (USA) d C Vandeweghe (USA) 62 26 64 Qualifyin > read more
ATP World Tour – Casablanca – Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-03 21:32:20
ATP World Tour 250 Casablanca, Morocco (+1 hour GMT) 4-10 April, 2011 Surface: Clay ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, 4 APRIL, 2011 COURT CENTRAL start 11:00am Qualifying – M Kukushkin (KAZ) vs M Ziadi (MAR) P Andujar (ESP) vs F Serra > read more
ATP World Tour – US Men’s Clay Courts Championship – Sunday Results, Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-03 21:30:19
HOUSTON – Houston’s Michael Russell will headline the first day of main draw play at the 2011 US Men’s Clay Court Championship on Monday at River Oaks Country Club. Russell will take stadium court at 6 p.m. to face Russian Igor Andreev. > read more
WTA – Marbella – Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-03 21:30:15
ANDALUCÍA TENNIS EXPERIENCE Marbella, Spain April 4-10, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, April 4, 2011 Pista Central (from 11.00hrs) 1. Mariya Koryttseva vs. Irina-Camelia Begu (Singles Q Final) 2. Alexandr > read more
Novak Djokovic April 3 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-03 21:22:59
N. DJOKOVIC/R. Nadal 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 An interview with: NOVAK DJOKOVIC THE MODERATOR: This puts Novak at 24 0 this year and the fourth player since 1990 to win the Australian Open, Indian Wells, and Miami in the same year. NOVAK DJOKOVIC: Thanks fo > read more
Rafael Nadal April 3 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-03 20:59:50
N. DJOKOVIC/R. Nadal 4‑6, 6‑3, 7‑6 An interview with: RAFAEL NADAL THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. Tough day for you. What do you think the turning point was in the match today? RAFAEL NADAL: Well, he’s playing with confidenc > read more
Sony Ericsson Sunday Results
Published on 2011-04-03 17:09:06
Sunday, April 3, 2011 Men’s Singles – Final [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d [1] R Nadal (ESP) 46 63 76(4) Photo Courtesy of the WTA Women’s Doubles – Final D Hantuchova (SVK) / A Radwanska (POL) d [3] L Huber (USA) / N Petrova > read more
Record Year for the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-03 17:07:47
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) – 2011 marked yet another record year for the Sony Ericsson Open. The tournament reinvested more than $1.5 million back into the event to make it more glamorous, fan friendly and socially connected than ev > read more
State of Perfection – Djokovic Wins Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-03 17:00:47
Novak Djokovic continues his perfect 2011 season with a 4-6, 6-3, 7-6(4) win over World No. 1 Rafael Nadal to capture the Sony Ericsson Open. “It was one of the closest and best finals that I have played ever,” said Djokovic as he address > read more
Doubles Draw for Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-04-03 16:04:57
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA APRIL 2 – APRIL 10, 2011 Womens Doubles Draw First Round [1] K Peschke (CZE) / K Srebotnik (SLO) vs. V Dushevina (RUS) / T Poutchek (BLR) A Kleybanova (RUS) / Z Yan (CHN) vs. J Goerges (GER) / N Pet > read more
Maria Sharapova to Miss Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-04-02 20:18:07
Charleston, SC (April 2, 2011) – World No. 13 Maria Sharapova has rescinded her wild card entry, and will not appear in the 2011 Family Circle Cup. The tournament continues to be highlighted by four Top 10 players including World No. 1 Caroline Woz > read more
Family Circle Cup – Saturday Results, Sunday Schedule and Main Draw
Published on 2011-04-02 19:44:58
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $ 721,000.00 APRIL 2 – APRIL 10, 2011 RESULTS – APRIL 2, 2011 Women’s Qualifying Singles – First Round Qualifying – C Vandeweghe (USA) d [WC] N Grandin (RSA) 76(5) 64 Qualify > read more
US Men’s Clay Court Championship – Saturday Results, Sunday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-02 19:40:05
HOUSTON – One round of qualifying for the 2011 US Men’s Clay Court Championship was completed Saturday at River Oaks Country Club, and the action will continue on Sunday with the second round beginning at 10 a.m. Main draw matches will begin > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Saturday Results, Sunday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-02 18:38:18
SONY ERICSSON OPEN Miami, Florida, USA March 22-April 3, 2011 Hard/Outdoors Results – Saturday, April 2, 2011 Women’s Singles – Final [8] V Azarenka (BLR) d [16] M Sharapova (RUS) 61 64 Men’s Doubles – Final [3] M Bhupat > read more
Miami Twice – Azarenka Captures Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-02 18:24:03
Photo Courtesy of WTATennis.com Victoria Azarenka won her second Sony Ericsson Open title in three years on Saturday by defeating Maria Sharapova 6-1, 6-3. Azarenka last won the tournament back in 2009 when she defeated Serena Williams in the final > read more
Victoria Azarenka April 2 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-02 18:23:40
V. AZARENKA/M. Sharapova 6 1, 6 4 An interview with: VICTORIA AZARENKA THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. When are you moving to Miami? VICTORIA AZARENKA: Today. (Smiling.) I’m staying. Q. Talk about the match. Obviously you got > read more
Maria Sharapova April 2 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-02 18:23:12
V. AZARENKA/M. Sharapova 6 1, 6 4 An interview with: MARIA SHARAPOVA THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. Obviously late start, but seemed like you really picked up the game in the second set. Victoria as well stayed tough, didn’t she? MA > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Friday Results, Saturday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-01 23:31:56
Results – Friday, April 1, 2011 Men’s Singles – Semi-finals [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d [14] M Fish (USA) 63 61 [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [3] R Federer (SUI) 63 62 Women’s Doubles Semi-finals [3] L Huber (USA) / N Petrova (RUS) d [8] M M > read more
US Men’s Clay Court Championship Main Draw Released, Qualifying Begins Saturday
Published on 2011-04-01 22:07:54
HOUSTON – The main draw for the 2011 US Men’s Clay Court Championship was made Friday at River Oaks Country Club in advance of the tournament there next week, April 4-10. In addition, the qualifying draw was made, and the three-round qualifyi > read more
No Fooling, April School(ings) – Djokovic and Nadal Crush Opponents at Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-01 21:37:19
The much anticipated match-ups went bust on Friday at the Sony Ericsson Open, no fooling. The Rafael Nadal – Roger Federer rivalry part 23 provided little drama. Federer seemed to lose his focus and shanked shots while Nadal kept gaining streng > read more
Rafael Nadal April 1 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-04-01 21:31:03
Photo Courtesy of Onthegotennis April 1, 2011 R. NADAL/R. Federer 6 3, 6 2 An interview with: RAFAEL NADAL THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. Well played, Rafa. Even if he had taken that breakpoint at the start of the second set, did you stil > read more
Family Circle Cup – Saturday Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-01 19:22:58
FAMILY CIRCLE CUP – CHARLESTON, SC, USA $721,000 APRIL 02 – APRIL 10, 2011 ORDER OF PLAY – SATURDAY, APRIL 02, 2011 ALTHEA GIBSON start 10:00 am Qualifying – I Falconi (USA) vs A Spears (USA) Qualifying – T Malek (GER) v > read more
Tennis Hall of Fame to Present Samuel Hardy & Tennis Educational Merit Awards
Published on 2011-04-01 14:21:18
NEWPORT, R.I., April 1, 2011 - The International Tennis Hall of Fame will present the 2010 Samuel Hardy and Tennis Educational Merit Awards on April 2 during the International Tennis Hall of Fame Annual Awards Luncheon, which will be held in conju > read more
Nation’s Finest Juniors Hit Courts at USTA International Spring Championships April 2-10 at Home Depot Center in Carson
Published on 2011-04-01 13:12:03
CARSON, Calif., (Friday, April 1, 2011) – Victoria Duval won her first match as a professional back in February at the $100,000 Midland, Mich., event beating veteran Mashona Washington. Bjorn Fratangelo is the reigning USTA National Clay Court and > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-04-01 00:12:12
Results -Thursday, March 31, 2011 Men’s Singles – Quarter-finals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [7] T Berdych (CZE) 62 36 63 [3] R Federer (SUI) d [25] G Simon (FRA) 30 ret. (neck) Men’s Doubles – Semi-finals [3] M Bhupathi (IND) / L Pae > read more
Nadal vs Federer Part 23 on Friday at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-31 23:55:39
On Friday night fans attending the evening session of the Sony Ericsson Open will witness a rare occurrence in the US a Rafael Nadal – Roger Federer clash for a spot in the final. Although this will be the 23rd meeting their historic rivalry, i > read more
Roger Federer Interview March 31 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-31 20:24:46
R. FEDERER/G. Simon 3 0 (ret.) An interview with: ROGER FEDERER THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. Gilles has been tough with you in the last few years. A nice way to get into the semis? ROGER FEDERER: No, no, it’s not a whole lot fun > read more
Gilles Simon Interview March 31 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-31 20:18:23
R. FEDERER/G. Simon 3 0 (ret.) An interview with: GILLES SIMON THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. How did you hurt your neck? GILLES SIMON: Well, I felt to this morning during the warmup. It’s a pain I have sometimes. I had it in Ro > read more
Maria Sharapova March 31 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-31 20:08:05
M. SHARAPOVA/A. Petkovic 3 6, 6 0, 6 2 An interview with: MARIA SHARAPOVA THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. In light of the week you’ve had and with the weather conditions today and she’s playing great, how satisfying is tha > read more
Andrea Petkovic March 31 Interview at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-31 20:00:18
M. SHARAPOVA/A. Petkovic 3 6, 6 0, 6 2 An interview with: ANDREA PETKOVIC THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. You started out very strong today and played very well. Can you tell us a little bit about what happened? ANDREA PETKOVIC: Yeah, we > read more
USTA Announces Deadlines for US Open National Playoffs Sectional Qualifying Tournaments
Published on 2011-03-31 17:27:38
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., March 31, 2011 – The USTA announced today that registration will close next week for the first two 2011 US Open National Playoffs Sectional Qualifying Tournaments held in the USTA Southwest and USTA Eastern sections. The registr > read more
No. 1 American Fish is Top Seed in Houston, Sweeting Gets Final Wild Card
Published on 2011-03-31 09:23:57
HOUSTON – American Mardy Fish will be the top seed at next week’s US Men’s Clay Court Championship at River Oaks Country Club, which will be his first tournament as the top-ranked American on the ATP World Tour. Fish is one of eight Ame > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Wednesday Results, Thursday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-30 23:05:21
Results – Wednesday, March 30, 2011 Men’s Singles Quarter-finals [14] M Fish (USA) d [6] D Ferrer (ESP) 75 62 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d K Anderson (RSA) 64 62 Men’s Doubles Quarter-finals [4] J Melzer (AUT) / P Petzschner (GER) d J Erl > read more
Fish to Become US No. 1, Djokovic Stretches Streak to 22-0, Clijsters Run Halted
Published on 2011-03-30 23:04:30
Photo courtesy of Onthegotennis Mardy Fish def David Ferrer 7-5, 6-2 Mardy Fish will become the top US man in the rankings come next week with the victory. “I don’t think I would ever feel like I was the No. 1 American.” “Andy has had a prett > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Tuesday Results, Wednesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-30 05:54:08
Results – Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Men’s Singles – Fourth Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [21] A Dolgopolov (UKR) 61 62 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d [16] V Troicki (SRB) 63 62 [3] R Federer (SUI) d [Q] O Rochus (BEL) 63 61 [6] D Ferrer (E > read more
Clijsters Escapes, Fish Angles Closer to Top US Ranking at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-30 00:46:19
Women’s fourth round – Kim Clijsters def Ana Ivanovic 7-6(4), 3-6, 7-6(5) Kim Clijsters and Ana Ivanovic provided the most dramatic match of the day. The Belgian rallied from a 1-5, 0-40 deficit in the third set saving five match p > read more
Getting Ready for the US Men’s Clay Court Championship
Published on 2011-03-29 11:34:12
HOUSTON – The US Men’s Clay Court Championship will once again be much more than just a tennis tournament at River Oaks Country Club as a number of ancillary events will complement the event next week. Main draw play will begin on Monday, Apr > read more
Tennis Channel Fit to Hit Season 2 Premiere on April 3
Published on 2011-03-29 10:03:20
LOS ANGELES, March 29, 2011 – Tennis Channel, the only 24-hour, television-based multimedia destination dedicated to both the professional sport and tennis lifestyle, will unveil its second season of tennis health-and-nutrition series Fit to Hi > read more
Dancing in Miami On Marquee Monday at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-29 00:09:48
Photo courtesy of the WTA Andrea Petkovic stunned No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki 7-5, 3-6, 6-3 on Monday at the Sony Ericsson Open. The German commented to Tennis Channel about the match, “I didn’t try to overpower her because she’s so good at bringi > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Monday Results, Tuesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-28 21:23:50
Monday, March 28, 2011 Men’s Singles – Third Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d F Lopez (ESP) 63 63 [3] R Federer (SUI) d [32] J Monaco (ARG) 76(4) 64 [7] T Berdych (CZE) d C Berlocq (ARG) 76(8) 75 F Mayer (GER) d [11] N Almagro (ESP) 61 36 61 [Q] > read more
World TeamTennis Finals Headed to Charleston, S.C.
Published on 2011-03-28 15:10:41
NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 28, 2011) – The 2011 World TeamTennis (WTT) Finals are headed to the “Best Tennis Town in America.” The Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, S.C., will host the 2011 WTT Finals Weekend presented by GEIC > read more
Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, John McEnroe and Jim Courier to Headline Champions Series
Published on 2011-03-28 12:40:33
NEW YORK, (March 28, 2011) — InsideOut Sports + Entertainment announced today that tennis legends Andre Agassi, John McEnroe, Pete Sampras and Jim Courier will headline a newly expanded and reformatted Champions Series circuit with one-night to > read more
US Open to Offer Up Additional Show Court
Published on 2011-03-28 11:00:08
The New York Post reported in Monday’s edition of the paper and online that the Billie Jean King Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows Park will get a brand-new 3,000-seat stadium. The plans have not yet been approved by various city agencies. USTA spo > read more
Blockbuster Monday Line Up at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-28 07:01:14
The Sony Ericsson Open is well underway and Tennis TV has a fantastic line up today with 8 men’s live matches and 4 women’s live matches! Line up for today: ATP: Carlos Berlovq vsTomas Berdych Olivier Rochus vs Mikhail Youzhny Philipp-Petzschner > read more
Jacques Dupré to Serve Second term as Tennis Europe President
Published on 2011-03-28 06:17:03
Tennis Europe President Jacques Dupré will serve a second term in the role, after being returned to office at the organisations’ Annual General Meeting, which was held in Amsterdam from 24th – 27th March. Mr. Dupré of France was the only candid > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Sony Ericsson Open Week 1
Published on 2011-03-27 20:18:54
15-0 Welcome to Miami Tennis Panorama News was in Miami this week covering the Sony Ericsson Open. Craig Hickman of Craig Hickman on Tennis and JD Blom were on site covering all the on-court and off-court action. 30-0 Breaking News at WTA All > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Sunday Results, Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-27 19:52:59
Results Results -Sunday, March 27, 2011 Men’s Singles – Third Round N Djokovic (SRB) d J Blake (USA) 62 60 J Del Potro (ARG) d [4] R Soderling (SWE) 63 62 [6] D Ferrer (ESP) d S Devvarman (IND) 64 62 [14] M Fish (USA) d [17] R Gasquet (FR > read more
Rafael Nadal Practice Session Photos at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-27 12:50:51
All Photos © JD Blom for Tennis Panorama News. > read more
Andy Roddick Interview March 26th 2011 – Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-27 02:28:59
P. CUEVAS/A. Roddick 6 4, 7 6 THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. Are you contagious? ANDY RODDICK: I don’t know. Come here. Q. So what is it? ANDY RODDICK: I don’t know. I had a little trouble breathing out there today. I’ve had s > read more
Roger Federer Interview March 26th 2011 – Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-27 02:20:08
Photo courtesy of On the Go Tennis R. FEDERER/R. Stepanek 6 3, 6 3 THE MODERATOR: Questions, please. Q. Thanks to Greg Sharko here, we know… ROGER FEDERER: What has he dug up again? Q. Bottom of the first page, you have tied someone named Pete > read more
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade Meet Rafael Nadal at Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-27 01:53:21
NBA All-Stars LeBron James and Dwyane Wade of the Miami Heat perfomed the coin toss at Saturday evening’s Rafael Nadal-Kei Nishikori match at the Sony Ericsson Open. Wade was also joined by his two sons. Nadal defeated Nishikori 6-4, 6-4. > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Sunday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-26 18:53:42
ORDER OF PLAY – SUNDAY, MARCH 27, 2011 STADIUM start 11:00 am [14] M Fish (USA) vs [17] R Gasquet (FRA) – ATP Not Before 1:00 PM [5] F Schiavone (ITA) vs L Dominguez Lino (ESP) – WTA Not Before 3:00 PM [27] M Martinez Sanchez (ESP) > read more
Slideshows – Nadal, Djokovic, Federer Practice Sessions at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-26 09:58:51
All Photos © JD Blom for Tennis Panorama News. > read more
Andy Agony at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-26 00:57:08
Photo Courtesy of On the Go Tennis Losing Streak Andy Murray is officially in a slump. Britain’s great hope for a major fell to American Alex Bogomolov Jr. 6-1, 7-5. Murray could not buy a service hold. Dating back to his loss in the fin > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-25 22:50:38
Results – Friday, March 25, 2011 Men’s Singles – Second Round [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d D Istomin (UZB) 60 61 [4] R Soderling (SWE) d I Dodig (CRO) 36 62 64 [Q] A Bogomolov Jr. (USA) d [5] A Murray (GBR) 61 75 [6] D Ferrer (ESP) d [Q] > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Media Events of the Day
Published on 2011-03-25 22:43:55
Grammy-award singer Brandy Norwood showed her tennis moves against Jelena Jankovic the No. 7th ranked women’s tennis player in the world. Brandy was able to hang in there with Jankovic and displayed a pretty impressive backhand for an amateur. > read more
Tennis Family Unites To Raise Funds for Japan Disaster Relief
Published on 2011-03-25 21:36:54
Miami, FL – Friday evening at the Sony Ericsson Open, the tennis family came together for a special fundraising event for the victims of the Japan earthquake and tsunami disaster, dubbed “Tennis for Japan”, featuring the stars of the WTA and th > read more
Maria Sharapova Enjoys ‘That Latin Flavor’
Published on 2011-03-25 11:31:33
All Photos © JD Blom for Tennis Panorama News. Article by Craig Hickman Thursday night, I attended by first-ever night session on Stadium Court at the Sony Ericsson Open. Outside of the Slams, this is among my favorite tournaments. I’ve > read more
Jovanovski, Azarenka, Botto and Morita Win Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Heart Awards
Published on 2011-03-25 07:28:36
The ITF has announced the first four winners of the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Heart Award. Bojana Jovanovski of Serbia has been recognised in the World Group and World Group II first round category, while the Zone Group I winners are Belarus’s Vi > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-24 22:12:36
Results -Thursday, March 24, 2011 Men’s Singles – First Round K Nishikori (JPN) d J Chardy (FRA) 76(5) 62 F Lopez (ESP) d R Berankis (LTU) 46 76(5) 63 A Seppi (ITA) d M Zverev (GER) 62 67(9) 61 T Gabashvili (RUS) d D Brands (GER) 62 76(5) > read more
Marion Bartoli Enters Charleston
Published on 2011-03-24 13:46:38
World No. 10 Marion Bartoli has officially entered the Family Circle Cup, and will make her seventh appearance in Charleston. Bartoli, who reached the finals at Indian Wells last week, adds to a stellar player field now highlighted by four Top 10 p > read more
Video – Roger Federer Practice Session at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-24 13:06:37
Roger Federer Practice session at Sony Ericsson Open Video by Craig Hickman and JD Blom Feature photo by Erik Gudris Craig Hickman is founder and editor of Craig Hickman’s Tennis Blog He is covering the Sony Ericsson Open for Tennis Panorama News. > read more
Tennis Hall of Fame Call for 2012 Nominations
Published on 2011-03-24 11:39:02
The International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum is currently accepting open nominations for the Induction Class of 2012. Nominations may be made in three categories – Recent Player, Master Player and Contributor. Nominations for 2012 are du > read more
Slideshow: GR8 Friends For Japan Fundraiser
Published on 2011-03-24 10:01:48
By Craig Hickman From what I hear, it’s not often media is invited to sit down for dinner at an event such as this. As another photographer said while cutting through her tender filet mignon, “I fully expect we’re going to get kicke > read more
Tennis at Yankee Stadium?
Published on 2011-03-24 09:51:05
In the shadow of Yankee Stadium lies one of the best kept secrets in New York City tennis – the new Stadium Tennis Center at Mill Pond Park at East 152nd Street and the Harlem River. With sixteen cushioned, US Open style deco-turf, har > read more
Videos – GR8 Friends For Japan Fundraiser with Novak Djokovic
Published on 2011-03-24 08:56:17
ATP World Tour No. 2 Novak Djokovic, Kei Nishikori and other ATP players held a fundraising event on Wednesday, March 23rd to benefit Japan relief efforts. First Djokovic lead a team of ATP stars in an exhibition soccer match against the Fort Lauderd > read more
Juan Martin Del Potro News Conference at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-23 23:38:12
March 23, 2011 – Juan Martin Del Potro News conference at the Sony Ericsson Open. Video by Craig Hickman and JD Blom Craig Hickman is founder and editor of Craig Hickman’s Tennis Blog He is covering the Sony Ericsson Open for Te > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-23 23:09:53
Results – Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Men’s Singles – First Round I Dodig (CRO) d A Golubev (KAZ) 67(7) 64 60 M Kukushkin (KAZ) d J Nieminen (FIN) 36 63 62 S Devvarman (IND) d P Starace (ITA) 62 64 X Malisse (BEL) d [Q] R Sweeting (USA) 76(3) > read more
Ana Ivanovic Visits Children’s Hospital in Miami
Published on 2011-03-23 21:56:35
Ana Ivanovic paid a visit to the Baptist Children’s Hospital on Wednesday. In addition to giving the children words of encouragement she gave them gifts from the Sony Ericsson Open including large tennis balls, t-shirts and hats. She made the gif > read more
Sony Ericsson Open to Host Tennis For Japan Fundraiser
Published on 2011-03-23 18:28:39
On Friday, March 25, the WTA, ATP World Tour, Sony Ericsson Open and global tennis family will join forces to help raise money for Japan disaster relief. Prior to the start of Friday’s evening session, players from both the WTA and ATP World Tour w > read more
Roger Federer News Conference at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-23 17:43:51
Roger Federer‘s news conference at the Sony Ericsson Open Video by Craig Hickman and JD Blom Craig Hickman is founder and editor of Craig Hickman’s Tennis Blog He is covering the Sony Ericsson Open for Tennis Panorama News. Follow him on tw > read more
Austin Named to Host US vs Spain Davis Cup Tie in July
Published on 2011-03-23 15:17:52
The USTA and U.S. Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier announced Wednesday that Austin, Texas has been selected as the site for the 2011 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas quarterfinal tie between the United States and Spain, July 8-10. The matches will be played a > read more
Andy Roddick News Conference at the Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-23 13:29:59
Andy Roddick’s news conference at the Sony Ericsson Open Video by Craig Hickman and JD Blom Craig Hickman is founder and editor of Craig Hickman’s Tennis Blog He is covering the Sony Ericsson Open for Tennis Panorama News. Follow him o > read more
Sony Ericsson Open 2011 Kids’ Day
Published on 2011-03-23 11:37:03
On Tuesday more than 1,350 children converged at the Sony Ericsson Open for Lindt Kids’ Day. Marcelo Melo, Bruno Soares, Natalie Grandin and Vladka Uhlirova joined the kids on court and offered tennis instruction. The children hailed fro > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Players Party – Welcome to the Oscars
Published on 2011-03-23 10:37:57
by Craig Hickman Tuesday night, the players chose their fashion-forward best for the “Oscars” of the player party circuit. Venus Williams, Maria Sharapova, and Ana Kournikova were the biggest stars of the tennis world in attendance, as we > read more
Venues Confirmed for Davis Cup and Fed Cup Ties
Published on 2011-03-23 10:04:27
The ITF announced that the Swedish Tennis Association has confirmed that the Halmstad Arena in Halmstad, south-west Sweden will stage the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group quarterfinal between Sweden and defending champion Serbia on 8-10 July. The > read more
On the Red (Blue) Carpet of the Sony Ericsson Open Players Party
Published on 2011-03-23 00:44:21
The Sony Ericsson Open Player Party took place at the Paris Theater in Miami Beach. Here are a few photos from the event held on March 22, 2011. More photos to come from JD Blom and commentary from Craig Hickman who both worked the “blue” carpet. > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-22 19:25:12
Results Tuesday, 22 March, 2011 Women’s Singles – First Round J Zheng (CHN) d [WC] S Cirstea (ROU) 63 67(5) 63 M Oudin (USA) d J Goerges (GER) 75 63 I Benesova (CZE) d R Vinci (ITA) 75 64 E Baltacha (GBR) d S Bammer (AUT) 36 76(5) 76(5) M Nicules > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Launches Mobile Application
Published on 2011-03-22 17:20:59
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) – The Sony Ericsson Open has launched the Sony Ericsson Open (SEO) Mobile App, presented by SAP (NYSE: SAP), the market leader in enterprise application software. The app will offer followers around > read more
Of War and Radiation: Kim Clijsters Speaks
Published on 2011-03-22 14:47:51
By Craig Hickman Tuesday morning at the Sony Ericsson Open, Caroline Wozniacki, Kim Clijsters, Vera Zvonareva, Samantha Stosur, Francesca Schiavone, Jelena Jankovic, Li Na, and Victoria Azarenka made themselves available for the WTA All-Access Hour. > read more
Ryan Harrison Replaces Lleyton Hewitt in Houston
Published on 2011-03-22 14:41:29
American teenager Ryan Harrison has accepted a wild card for next month’s US Men’s Clay Court Championship at River Oaks Country Club. His entry brings the number of Americans in the field to seven for the 28-player event that will be hel > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – The Excitement Starts Here and Now
Published on 2011-03-21 23:56:42
By Craig Hickman Tours, draw ceremonies, and qualifying matches filled up most of the day at the 2011 Sony Ericsson Open. At 10:00 am, I toured the 34-acre site guided by tournament director Adam Barrett and Media and Public Relations Director Sam He > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Events, Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-21 21:17:10
WOMEN’S DRAW: No. 4-seeded Samantha Stosur was on hand as the 2011 Sony Ericsson Open women’s field was announced. Joining Stosur on her half of the draw, defending Sony Ericsson Open and four-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Announces Partial Playing Schedules for Wednesday – Friday
Published on 2011-03-21 20:03:50
The Sony Ericsson Open announced a partial playing schedule of matches to be played this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday’s day session will feature Argentine star Juan Martin Del Potro against Brazilian native Ricardo Mello. Th > read more
ITF Postpones Fed Cup Tie Between Japan and Argentina
Published on 2011-03-21 10:17:11
The ITF announced today that, due to the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan, it has postponed the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group II play-off tie between Japan and Argentina, originally due to be played in Tokyo on 16-17 April. The tie wi > read more
Novak Djokovic and Kei Nishikori Lead Fundraising Efforts for Japan in Miami
Published on 2011-03-21 06:56:50
Responding to the tragic events unfolding in Japan, ATP World Tour #2 Singles Player Novak Djokovic, Japan’s Kei Nishikori and other top ATP players are teaming to hold a fundraising event on Wednesday, March 23rd, during the first week of t > read more
Sony Ericsson Open – Monday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-21 00:35:01
ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011 COURT 1 start 10:00 am Qualifying – M Rybarikova (SVK) vs [WC] M Larcher de Brito (POR) – WTA Qualifying – J Dokic (AUS) vs T Malek (GER) – WTA Qualifying – E Rodina (RUS) vs > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Broadcast Schedule
Published on 2011-03-20 23:00:50
Tennis Channel’s Live 2011 Sony Ericsson Open Schedule Date Time (ET) Event Saturday, March 26 11 a.m.-midnight Second-Round, Third-Round Sunday, March 27 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Third Round Monday, March 28 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Third-Round, > read more
New Experience with Sharapova and the Hot Shots
Published on 2011-03-20 22:49:51
Craig Hickman will be covering the Sony Ericsson Open for Tennis Panorama News. Before the tournament got underway, the action was already beginning in South Beach. By Craig Hickman Started the day at breakfast with Jarkko Nieminen and Andrea Petkovi > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day 12 : Something About That Apartment Building In Monte Carlo
Published on 2011-03-20 20:57:13
Perhaps more tennis players will move into a certain complex in Monte Carlo where both 2011 BNP Paribas Open champions Caroline Wozniacki and Novak Djokovic call home. Photo courtesy of WTATennis.com Women’s Singles – Finals [1] Caroline > read more
BNP Paribas Open Sets Attendance Record
Published on 2011-03-20 20:39:32
The 36th edition of the BNP Paribas Open was the most successful tournament in its history, and achieved an attendance milestone with 350,086 fans attending the event. This was the first time the tournament had passed 350,000, but attendance has been > read more
Sony Ericsson Switches On Xperia Hot Shots in Miami
Published on 2011-03-20 20:00:58
MIAMI, Florida, 20 March 2011: On Sunday Sony Ericsson unveiled the six tennis players who have been chosen to be a part of its Xperia™ Hot Shots show with a star-studded event in Miami’s famed South Beach. Activating Sony Ericsson’s spo > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-19 22:30:57
RESULTS – MARCH 19, 2011 Men’s Singles – Semifinals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d J Del Potro (ARG) 64 64 [3] N Djokovic (SRB) d [2] R Federer (SUI) 63 36 62 Men’s Doubles – Finals A Dolgopolov (UKR) / X Malisse (BEL) d R F > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day 11: Welcome to No. 2
Published on 2011-03-19 22:22:37
Novak Djokovic continued his perfect season with a 6-3, 3-6, 6-2 victory over Roger Federer in the semifinal of the BNP Paribas Open. The victory will give the Serb a bump in the rankings come Monday, up to no. 2 in the world, while Federer will fa > read more
The 2011 Sony Ericsson Open Off-Court Action
Published on 2011-03-19 12:33:36
The Sony Ericsson Open provides a two-week entertainment experience with daily on-site live performances and off-site guest appearances around South Florida. With the expansion and improvement of the Sony Ericsson Entertainment Stage this year, the S > read more
2009 US Open Men’s Semis to be Revisited at the BNP Paribas Open
Published on 2011-03-19 01:54:15
It’s the Men’s semis of the 2009 US Open all over again at the BNP Paribas Open. Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer advanced to complete the remaining semifinal spots. Novak Djokovic, despite having his service broken early in both sets knocked out > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day 10: Wozniacki the Wall, Sharapova Falls
Published on 2011-03-19 00:44:45
She does not strike the ball with the authority and force of some WTA players, but she has the ability to chase down shots. Friday night at the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells California No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki met Maria Sharapova to play for a s > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-18 23:53:41
RESULTS – MARCH 18, 2011 Men’s Singles – Quarterfinals [2] R Federer (SUI) d [12] S Wawrinka (SUI) 63 64 [3] N Djokovic (SRB) d [18] R Gasquet (FRA) 62 64 Men’s Doubles – Semifinals R Federer (SUI) / S Wawrinka (SUI) d M > read more
Former Pro Rodney Harmon Returns to NJTL Camp
Published on 2011-03-18 15:24:10
The 2008 US Olympic coach, Rodney Harmon, will be returning this summer to teach at Camp A.C.E., the NJTL Regional Leadership camp run by USTA Eastern. Camp A.C.E., which stands for Achieving through Coaching and Education, will be held July 24-30 at > read more
Ryan Harrison to compete at Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships
Published on 2011-03-18 12:00:47
Eighteen-year old Louisiana native Ryan Harrison, whose outstanding performances in the past year have consistently caused a buzz among tennis fans, tennis media and, of course, his opponents, will compete in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day 9: Survive and Advance
Published on 2011-03-18 01:26:50
On the very day that the 2011 NCAA Men’s basketball championship began, the BNP Paribas Open had its own form of “March Madness” in a quarterfinal match between No. 1 Rafael Nadal and No. 239 Ivo Karlovic. The Spaniard had to battle back from a > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-17 23:05:37
Thursday, March 17, 2011 ATP Main Draw Singles – Quarterfinals [1] R Nadal (ESP) d I Karlovic (CRO) 57 61 76(7) J Del Potro (ARG) d [25] T Robredo (ESP) W/O (left adductor) WTA Main Draw Singles – Quarterfinals [1] C Wozniacki (DEN) d [8] > read more
Venus Williams Withdraws from Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-17 16:11:03
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) - Three-time Sony Ericsson Open champion and 7-time Grand Slam winner, Venus Williams, has withdrawn from the 2011 Sony Ericsson Open. Williams is forced to withdraw from this year’s tournament due to an > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-17 02:06:30
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 ATP Main Draw Singles – Fourth Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [Q] S Devvarman (IND) 75 64 [2] R Federer (SUI) d [WC] R Harrison (USA) 76(4) 63 [3] N Djokovic (SRB) d [16] V Troicki (SRB) 60 61 [12] S Wawrinka (SUI) d [7] T > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day 8: Bakery Items and Battles
Published on 2011-03-17 01:39:09
Novak Djokovic is simply “el fuego.” Djokovic served bakery items again on Wednesday at the BNP Paribas Open, this time to his fellow Serb and doubles partner for the tournament, Viktor Troicki 6-0, 6-1. Djokovic on his play:”I don& > read more
USTA Announces Team for Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup
Published on 2011-03-16 15:20:11
The USTA announced on Wednesday the players and coaches who will represent the United States at the 2011 World Team Cup. The nation’s top wheelchair tennis players will compete against participants from around the globe, April 25–May 1, on the > read more
Former Family Circle Cup Ball Girl Shelby Rogers to Make Debut at Hometown Tourney
Published on 2011-03-16 11:03:16
Charleston, SC (March 16, 2011) – Shelby Rogers, an 18-year-old Daniel Island resident, is the first player from the Charleston area to be granted a Main Draw Wild Card into the Family Circle Cup. Rogers began her formal tennis instruction at the > read more
Tribeca Film Festival to Debut Renée Richards Documentary
Published on 2011-03-16 09:07:06
In April New York City’s Tribeca Film Festival is set to debut a documentary on Renée Richards. Richards, born as Dick Raskin was the first transsexual player to play on the women’s tennis tour. The documentary will examine both Richards‘ pe > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day Seven: Youth and Retirement
Published on 2011-03-15 23:54:13
On Tuesday “Generation Next” served notice as the match of the day at the BNP Paribas Open. American Ryan Harrison surprised Canadian sensation Milos Raonic 7-6 (1), 4-6, 6-4. Harrison was no stranger to playing the Canadian having ha > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-15 23:39:51
ORDER OF PLAY – WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2011 STADIUM 1 start 11:00 am [21] S Querrey (USA) vs [25] T Robredo (ESP) – ATP Not Before 1:00 PM [19] A Ivanovic (SRB) vs [15] M Bartoli (FRA) – WTA [16] V Troicki (SRB) vs [3] N Djokovic (SRB > read more
British No. 2 Anne Keothavong Tops the World TeamTennis Roster Draft
Published on 2011-03-15 17:00:21
NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 15, 2011) – Anne Keothavong, Great Britain’s second-ranked singles player, topped the 2011 WTT Roster Player Draft today when she was selected with the top overall pick by the Newport Beach Breakers. Players from 1 > read more
Jay Gooding Hired as USTA National Coach
Published on 2011-03-15 14:01:38
USTA Player Development announced Tuesday that Jay Gooding has been hired as a USTA National Coach. In this role, Gooding will facilitate coaching and training programs while working with players in the USTA Player Development program. He will be > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day Six: “No Ruffling” for Wozniacki, Nadal, Sharapova
Published on 2011-03-15 01:00:01
Photo courtesy of Tennis Served Fresh Hardly a ruffle for Wozniacki One can argue about the much talked about Caroline Wozniacki’s latest designer tennis dress, but there was no dispute about her play on Monday at the BNP Paribas Open. Despite a > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Tuesday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-14 21:19:06
ORDER OF PLAY – TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2011 STADIUM 1 start 11:00 am [31] E Gulbis (LAT) vs [3] N Djokovic (SRB) – ATP Not Before 1:00 PM [15] M Bartoli (FRA) vs [2] K Clijsters (BEL) – WTA [29] J Chela (ARG) vs [2] R Federer (SUI) R > read more
Registration Begins Tuesday for US Open National Playoffs Sectionals
Published on 2011-03-14 17:12:14
The USTA announced Monday that registration for all 16 US Open National Playoffs Sectional Qualifying Tournaments opens on Tuesday, March 15. Players age 14 and older can register for singles competition and/or mixed doubles, which was added to the U > read more
Indian Wells & Miami Tennis Return to ESPN
Published on 2011-03-14 15:53:17
With the top men and women players in the world – led by Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Kim Clijsters and Caroline Wozniacki – the BNP Paribas Open from Indian Wells, Calif., and the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami – return to ESPN this month. Both > read more
Tennis Channel Joins with 2K Sports to Promote Top Spin 4
Published on 2011-03-14 14:25:02
Tennis Channel, the only 24-hour, television-based multimedia destination dedicated to both the professional sport and tennis lifestyle, has teamed up with 2K Sports to integrate the network’s brand in the video game maker’s new tennis game. Top > read more
ITF Extends Use of Electronic Line-Calling in Fed Cup and Davis Cup
Published on 2011-03-14 06:30:24
The ITF announced on Monday that it has increased the use of electronic line-calling reviews in its official team competitions, Davis Cup by BNP Paribas and Fed Cup by BNP Paribas. Starting this year, the Hawk-Eye Officiating system will also be used > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day 5: Americans Continue Winning Streak in the Desert.
Published on 2011-03-13 22:40:36
By Eric Gudris It’s a misleading to say that the first Sunday of the BNP Paribas Open is when the tournament really begins as the event has been going strong for almost a week now. But this is the time when the big names, especially on the men’s > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-13 21:51:51
ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, MARCH 14, 2011 STADIUM 1 start 11:00 am [1] C Wozniacki (DEN) vs [28] M Martinez Sanchez (ESP) – WTA [4] R Soderling (SWE) vs [32] P Kohlschreiber (GER) – ATP Not Before 2:30 PM [20] A Rezai (FRA) vs [16] M S > read more
Christina McHale – Back to the Future – Interview Redux
Published on 2011-03-13 08:50:19
In light of Christina McHale’s 7-6, 7-6 upset win over Svetlana Kuznetsova at the BNP Paribas Open on Saturday, Tennis Panorama is publishing an interview we did with her near the end of 2010. Tennis Panorama News: When did you know you > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-13 03:43:42
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA USD 3,645,000.00 (ATP) USD 4,500,000.00 (WTA) MARCH 07 – MARCH 20, 2011 RESULTS – MARCH 12, 2011 Men’s Singles – Second Round [1] R Nadal (ESP) d [Q] R de Voest (RSA) 60 62 [4] > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day Four: Practice and the “Will” to Win.
Published on 2011-03-12 21:51:12
By Eric Gudris For fans coming into the first Saturday of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, the decision many had to make was what to skip instead of what to see. With so many matches on court and so many players on the practice courts, it would > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day Three: The Phenomenals.
Published on 2011-03-11 23:53:11
By Erik Gudris With the early talk at this year’s BNP Paribas Open focusing on the “big three” of Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, it’s easy to forget about the next generation of tennis stars who aren’t that far away from po > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Saturday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-11 23:50:20
ORDER OF PLAY – SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2011 STADIUM 1 start 11:00 am D Safina (RUS) vs [26] D Hantuchova (SVK) – WTA J Del Potro (ARG) vs [14] I Ljubicic (CRO) – ATP [1] C Wozniacki (DEN) vs [WC] S Stephens (USA) – WTA [1] R Nada > read more
Caroline Wozniacki To Play Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-03-11 09:55:20
Caroline Wozniacki, World No. 1 and 2009 Family Circle Cup finalist, has officially committed to the 2011 Charleston event. Wozniacki joins Samantha Stosur, Jelena Jankovic, Maria Sharapova, Shahar Peer, Nadia Petrova, Daniela Hantuchova, Melanie O > read more
John McEnroe, Kim Clijsters, Martina Hingis to Compete for NY Sportimes in World TeamTennis This Summer
Published on 2011-03-11 07:57:32
NEW YORK, March 11, 2011 Coming off a 2010 campaign in which they advanced to the World TeamTennis Finals, the New York SPORTIMES announced their 2011 schedule, with seven home matches in July, including five at SPORTIME Randalls Island Tennis C > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day Two: Del Potro – Don’t You Forget About Me.
Published on 2011-03-10 23:31:13
By Erik Gudris Trying to cover an event like the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells is a little bit like going on vacation. Although you try to enjoy the first day, your head is still stressing over getting there, getting settled, making sure you have > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Friday Order of Play
Published on 2011-03-10 20:16:17
ORDER OF PLAY – FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2011 STADIUM 1 start 11:00 am [6] J Jankovic (SRB) vs [WC] C Vandeweghe (USA) – WTA M Lopez (ESP) / R Nadal (ESP) vs [4] M Fyrstenberg (POL) / M Matkowski (POL) – ATP A Kudryavtseva (RUS) vs [2] K C > read more
World TeamTennis Releases 2011 Schedule
Published on 2011-03-10 12:05:34
NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 10, 2011) – The 2011 World TeamTennis Pro League schedule will be highlighted by a lineup that includes a current or former world No. 1 playing on 15 of the 18 regular season nights during the 3-week season. League offic > read more
Katrina Adams Hosts HJTEP Fundraiser
Published on 2011-03-10 10:00:49
New York – The Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program hosted its 4th Annual Harlem Junior Tennis “Hits” the Wall fundraiser on Wednesday night at the Brasserie Las Halles in lower Manhattan. Former WTA player and current Tennis Channe > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-09 23:11:15
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA $ 3,645,000.00 MARCH 07 – MARCH 20, 2011 RESULTS – MARCH 09, 2011 Men’s Qualifying Singles – Second Round Qualifying – R Bopanna (IND) d D Brands (GER) 76(5) 76(4) Qualifying &# > read more
BNP Paribas Open Day One: The Serena Question
Published on 2011-03-09 19:00:57
By Erik Gudris The opening day of action at any big event, especially one like the BNP Paribas Open, is usually focused on wrapping up qualifying rounds, taking in a few first round matches of note and catching up with the top seeds before they start > read more
BNP Paribas Open Using Mobile-Friendly Website and Apps for Fans to Keep Up with All the Action
Published on 2011-03-09 16:09:24
The BNP Paribas Open has a variety of ways for tennis fans to keep up with the happenings at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Two of the easiest ways to access the action in the desert are utilizing the now mobile-friendly m.bnpparibasopen.com and the > read more
Serena Williams Speaks on the Today Show
Published on 2011-03-09 12:25:29
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Serena Williams was interviewed on NBC’s Today Show on March 9 about the status of her health and when she expects to return to tennis. > read more
Novak Djokovic Answers Questions for HEAD Tennis Facebook Fans
Published on 2011-03-09 12:01:27
Novak Djokovic took time out of his busy schedule in Indian Wells, CA to sit down and answer questions for his biggest fans. People were encouraged to post their questions on the HEAD Tennis Facebook page for the past week to find out more about Dj > read more
Tennis Channel to Air BNP Paribas Open and Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-03-09 09:45:31
This month Tennis Channel will carry more live television coverage from the BNP Paribas Open and the Sony Ericsson Open than any other network, with nearly 130 hours combined. Including encore replays the network will feature more than 300 hours from > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-08 22:21:02
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA $ 3,645,000.00 MARCH 07 – MARCH 20, 2011 RESULTS – MARCH 08, 2011 Mens Qualifying Singles – First Round Qualifying – D Brands (GER) d S Lipsky (USA) 63 75 Qualifying – R Bopanna (IND) d > read more
James Blake and Dinara Safina Highlight Sony Ericsson Open Wildcards
Published on 2011-03-08 09:54:37
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) – The 2011 Sony Ericsson Open announced its wildcard entries and this year it features former World No. 4 James Blake and former World No. 1 Dinara Safina. A total of five wildcard slots were granted to th > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Monday Results, Tuesday Schedule
Published on 2011-03-07 23:19:06
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA $ 3,645,000.00 MARCH 07 – MARCH 20, 2011 RESULTS – MARCH 07, 2011 Women’s Qualifying Singles – First Round Qualifying – R Marino (CAN) d T Malek (GER) 75 75 Qualifying – M > read more
Nadia Petrova and Sabine Lisicki Enter Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-03-07 13:00:50
Charleston, SC (March 7, 2011) – Nadia Petrova and Sabine Lisicki have officially entered the Family Circle Cup. Petrova, who received direct entry via her World No. 20 ranking, was a singles champion at this event in 2006, as well as doubles cha > read more
Sony and Wimbledon To Serve Up 3D
Published on 2011-03-07 04:01:10
London, UK, Monday 7 March 2011. For the first time, the finals of Wimbledon, the premier tennis championships in the world, will this year be filmed in 3D and screened live in High Definition 3D to 3D capable cinemas around the world. The live 3D > read more
Kourtin Karen’s Week in Review
Published on 2011-03-06 22:59:42
0-15 Serena Williams Suffers Pulmonary Embolism Serena Williams Suffers Pulmonary Embolism Statement Regarding Serena Williams’ Recent Health Scare 15-15 MSG Showdown Tennis Panorama covered the BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden last we > read more
BNP Paribas Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-06 20:24:28
BNP PARIBAS OPEN – INDIAN WELLS, USA $ 3,645,000.00 MARCH 06 – MARCH 20, 2011 RESULTS – MARCH 06, 2011 Women’s Pre-Qualifying – Finals K Hardebeck (USA) d M Turewicz (USA) 64 61 Men’s Pre-Qualifying – F > read more
Bradley Klahn and Ryan Thacher of Stanford Win Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship
Published on 2011-03-06 20:10:58
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 6, 2011) – Playing with dominating confidence, co-number one seeds Bradley Klahn and Ryan Thacher of Stanford University captured the 122nd Annual Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship with an impressive 6-1 > read more
Davis Cup Results from March 4-6
Published on 2011-03-06 19:00:51
WORLD GROUP FIRST ROUND SERBIA defeated INDIA 4-1 Venue: Spens Sports Center, Novi Sad, SRB (hard – indoors) Viktor Troicki (SRB) d. Rohan Bopanna (IND) 63 63 57 36 63 Somdev Devvarman (IND) d. Janko Tipsarevic (SRB) 75 75 76(3) Ilija > read more
Final Day at Davis Cup – Victory for the USA
Published on 2011-03-06 17:34:07
Peter, Eileen and Holly Barnes-Wallis are part of a group called the Netheads – these tennis fans cheer on the United States Davis Cup team. They blogged about their experiences during the USA-Chile Davis Cup tie in Santiago. Victory for the US in > read more
Raonic Leads Canada Past Mexico in Davis Cup Americas Zone Play
Published on 2011-03-06 15:27:58
Raonic secures deciding point; Canada to play second round versus Ecuador in July Toronto, March 6, 2011 – The Miele Canadian Davis Cup team defeated Mexico 4-1 in the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Americas Zone Group I first round tie on Sunday after w > read more
Jelena Dokic Wins First Title Since 2002
Published on 2011-03-06 10:51:50
Results – Sunday, March 6, 2011 Singles – Final Jelena Dokic (AUS) d. (5) Lucie Safarova (CZE) 26 76(9) 64 Jelena Dokic, 2011 BMW Malaysian Open singles champion: “It was only at Brisbane in January that I won my first main draw WTA mat > read more
Ivo Karlovic Sets New Record for Fastest Serve
Published on 2011-03-06 06:03:12
The ITF confirmed on Sunday that Croatia’s Ivo Karlovic broke the world record for the fastest serve during the doubles rubber of the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group first round tie between Croatia and Germany in Zagreb on Saturday 5 March. &# > read more
Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship – Summary and Results
Published on 2011-03-05 22:38:17
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 5, 2011) – After an exciting day of quarterfinal action at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, the semifinal pairings are set for the 122nd Annual Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship. Co-number one se > read more
WTA Monterrey – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-05 20:04:20
Monterrey, México February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Saturday, March 5, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (1) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) d. (8) Polona Hercog (SLO) 63 62 (2/WC) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) d. Gisela Dulko (AR > read more
Davis Cup Results from World Group and Zonal Group Ties
Published on 2011-03-05 16:00:50
WORLD GROUP FIRST ROUND SERBIA leads INDIA 2-1 Venue: Spens Sports Center, Novi Sad, SRB (hard – indoors) Viktor Troicki (SRB) d. Rohan Bopanna (IND) 63 63 57 36 63 Somdev Devvarman (IND) d. Janko Tipsarevic (SRB) 75 75 76(3) Ilija Bo > read more
Davis Cup in Santiago – Day 2
Published on 2011-03-05 15:51:50
Peter, Eileen and Holly Barnes-Wallis are part of a group called the Netheads – these tennis fans cheer on the United States Davis Cup team. They are blogging about their experiences during the USA-Chile Davis Cup tie this weekend in Santiago. Day > read more
WTA Kuala Lumpur – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-05 11:15:27
Malaysian Open Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Saturday, March 5, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (5) Lucie Safarova (CZE) d. (4/WC) Jarmila Groth (AUS) 62 36 63 Jelena Doki > read more
Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship – Klahn and Thatcher Advance
Published on 2011-03-04 23:01:15
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 4, 2011) – The co-number one seeded team of Bradley Klahn and Ryan Thacher of Stanford advanced to the fourth-round of the 122nd Annual Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship with a pair of impressive victories a > read more
WTA Monterrey – Results
Published on 2011-03-04 20:32:21
Friday, March 4, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (8) Polona Hercog (SLO) d. Olga Govortsova (BLR) 46 63 63 Gisela Dulko (ARG) d. Ksenia Pervak (RUS) 61 60 Doubles – Semifinals (2) Groenefeld/King (GER/USA) d. (4) Hlavackova/Hradecka (CZE/CZ > read more
A Long, Tough Day at the Stadium
Published on 2011-03-04 20:03:44
Peter, Eileen and Holly Barnes-Wallis are part of a group called the Netheads – these tennis fans cheer on the United States Davis Cup team. They will be blogging about their experiences during the USA-Chile Davis Cup tie this weekend > read more
Davis Cup Day One Results from World Group and Zonal Ties
Published on 2011-03-04 16:30:58
Results as of 5:30 pm Eastern US time: WORLD GROUP FIRST ROUND SERBIA level with INDIA 1-1 Venue: Spens Sports Center, Novi Sad, SRB (hard – indoors) Viktor Troicki (SRB) d. Rohan Bopanna (IND) 63 63 57 36 63 Somdev Devvarman (IND) d. > read more
WTA Kuala Lumpur – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-04 09:23:35
Malaysian Open Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Friday, March 4, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (5) Lucie Safarova (CZE) d. (2) Marion Bartoli (FRA) 61 64 (4/WC) Jarmila Groth ( > read more
Pro Am to Benefit Autism Speaks
Published on 2011-03-04 08:14:51
(KEY BISCAYNE, FL – March 4, 2011) Sunny Florida and Biscayne Capital welcomes you to attend one of the most awaited for tennis events of the season, the V Annual Tennis Pro-Am scheduled to take place at beautiful Ocean Club Tennis Center in Key > read more
Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championships Update
Published on 2011-03-04 01:27:23
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 3, 2011) – After receiving first-round byes at the 122nd Annual Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship, co-number one seeds Bradley Klahn and Ryan Thacher of Stanford and Jeff Tarango and JT Sundling will play > read more
WTA Monterrey – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-03 22:45:07
Monterrey Open Monterrey, México February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Thursday, March 3, 2011 Singles – Second Round (5) Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) d. Alizé Cornet (FRA) 26 62 64 Gisela Dulko (ARG) d. (Q) Aleksandra > read more
Davis Cup – US vs Chile – Preview
Published on 2011-03-03 21:00:39
Jim Courier begins his reign as the U.S. Davis Cup Captain as he takes his team to Santiago to battle the Chileans on the outdoor clay court at the Eastadio Nacional Court Central. Courier says he is ready for the challenge of being Davis Cup > read more
From London to Rio to Santiago for Davis Cup
Published on 2011-03-03 19:28:44
Peter, Eileen and Holly Barnes-Wallis are part of a group called the Netheads – these tennis fans cheer on the United States Davis Cup team. They will be blogging about their experiences during the USA-Chile Davis Cup tie this wee > read more
“SportsCenter” Top 10 Plays Features Diving Volley by Michael Yani
Published on 2011-03-03 16:14:51
ESPN’s “SportsCenter” Top 10 Plays featured a diving volley by Michael Yani at the USTA Pro Circuit $50,000 Challenger in Dallas yesterday; the Dallas Challenger is being streamed live all week at FrontRowTennis.com; players remaining in the to > read more
Davis Cup Draws from World Group and Zonal Ties
Published on 2011-03-03 14:22:03
The ITF has announced the draws for the 2011 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group first round and 25 zone group ties to be played on 4-6 March. Live scoring for all World Group ties will be available on the Davis Cup website throughout the weekend. > read more
WTA Kuala Lumpur – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-03 10:12:00
Malaysian Open Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Thursday, March 3, 2011 Singles – Second Round (2) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Ekaterina Ivanova (RUS) 62 61 Michaella Krajicek (NE > read more
Lleyton Hewitt to Play Houston
Published on 2011-03-03 08:49:58
HOUSTON – Former World No. 1 and winner of two Grand Slam tournament titles Lleyton Hewitt has accepted a wild card for the 2011 US Men’s Clay Court Championship at River Oaks Country Club April 4-10. Hewitt, the 2009 Houston champion, joins > read more
WTA Monterrey – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-02 22:57:41
Monterrey Open Monterrey, México February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Wednesday, March 2, 2011 Singles – Second Round (2/WC) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) d. Melanie Oudin (USA) 62 76(6) Greta Arn (HUN) d. (6) Sara E > read more
Net Notes for March 2, 2011
Published on 2011-03-02 22:50:19
In The News: Serena Williams Suffers Pulmonary Embolism Statement Regarding Serena Williams’ Recent Health Scare Statement from the WTA: “We are very heartened to hear that despite the serious medical situation that she had to deal wit > read more
Davis Cup World Group First Round Tie Notes
Published on 2011-03-02 18:11:36
2011 DAVIS CUP BY BNP PARIBAS WORLD GROUP 1ST ROUND 4-6 March 2011 -TIE NOTES (s) Serbia v India – Novi Sad, SRB – hard (indoors) Sweden v (s) Russia – Boras, SWE – hard (indoors) (s) Czech Republic v Kazakhstan – Ostrava, CZE > read more
Statement Regarding Serena Williams’ Recent Health Scare
Published on 2011-03-02 14:44:18
The following is an official News Release sent to Tennis Panorama in regard to Serena Williams’ health: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Statement Regarding Serena Williams’ Recent Health Scare (Los Angeles, CA – March 2, 2011) – “S > read more
Mardy Fish to Defend Title at Newport in July
Published on 2011-03-02 12:53:53
NEWPORT, R.I., March 2, 2011 - Defending champion Mardy Fish, who currently holds a career high South African Airways ATP World Tour ranking of No. 15, will return to Newport, R.I. this summer to defend his title at the Campbell’s Hall of Fam > read more
WTA Kuala Lumpur – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-02 10:56:29
Malaysian Open Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, March 2, 2011 Singles – Second Round (6) Ayumi Morita (JPN) d. Zhang Shuai (CHN) 60 64 (8) Bojana Jovanovski (SRB) d > read more
Tennis Channel Extends U.S. Davis Cup Rights
Published on 2011-03-02 10:51:46
LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2011 -Tennis Channel has extended its telecast rights agreements with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and the United States Tennis Association (USTA) to remain the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of all Davis Cup by BNP Par > read more
Serena Williams Suffers Pulmonary Embolism
Published on 2011-03-02 08:44:33
People Magazine reports that Serena Williams was treated in the emergency room of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles suffering a blood clot in her lungs. Williams attended Elton John’s AIDs Foundation Oscar viewing party on Sunday Williams > read more
Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship Begins Thursday
Published on 2011-03-02 08:42:53
La Jolla, Calif. – (March 2, 2011) – The 122nd Annual Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship, featuring many of the top collegiate players in the country as well as an impressive field of independent players, will get underway Thursday, > read more
USTA Serves Adds New “Neighborhood” Initiative for Avenue of Aces
Published on 2011-03-02 08:41:53
White Plains, N.Y., March 2, 2011 – USTA Serves, the National Charitable Foundation of the United States Tennis Association, announced today that it is launching a new “Neighborhood” initiative for its donor-supported Avenue of Aces, located on > read more
WTA Monterrey – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-02 00:50:14
Results – Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Singles – First Round (2/WC) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) d. (Q) Eleni Daniilidou (GRE) 62 67(5) 64 Ksenia Pervak (RUS) d. (4) Julia Goerges (GER) 61 75 (5) Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) d. (Q) Laura Pous-T > read more
BNP Paribas Open Pre-Qualifier begins Wednesday
Published on 2011-03-01 21:43:36
Indian Wells, Calif., March 1, 2011 – The BNP Paribas Open Pre-Qualifier begins tomorrow and runs through Sunday, March 6, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Competing for the two remaining wildcards into the BNP Paribas Open will be 140 players, 9 > read more
WTA Kuala Lumpur – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-03-01 16:44:29
Malaysian Open Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Singles – First Round (2) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Maria Elena Camerin (ITA) 60 61 (3) Alisa Kleybanova ( > read more
Notes and Quotes From the US Davis Cup Team
Published on 2011-03-01 16:31:41
The US Davis Cup team is in Santiago to play Chile in the first round of the World Group this weekend. Here are some quotes from their Pre-Draw news conference. U.S. Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier “In Davis Cup, you know you are going to have a toug > read more
David Hasselhoff Featured on Tennis Channel’s Celebrity Tennis
Published on 2011-03-01 16:18:30
LOS ANGELES, March 1, 2011 – Tennis Channel, the only 24-hour, television-based multimedia destination dedicated to both the professional sport and tennis lifestyle, will showcase actor and singer David Hasselhoff in the next edition of origina > read more
Voting opens for 2011 Fed Cup Heart Awards
Published on 2011-03-01 15:08:24
The ITF today announced a shortlist of ten players to receive the first four Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Heart Awards of 2011. Awards will be presented in four categories based on performances in the Fed Cup World Group and World Group II fi > read more
USTA and Michelle Obama PSA
Published on 2011-03-01 10:59:48
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.– The USTA and First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move!” campaign have teamed up to encourage young people across the country to get active, try tennis and lead healthy lifestyles. Components of the collaboration include a > read more
John McEnroe – Davis Cup Idols
Published on 2011-03-01 09:00:33
John McEnroe, one of Davis Cup’s all-time greats, looks back on his illustrious career that saw him lift the trophy five times for USA. This is part of the ITF’s Davis Cup Idols video series, which features former players talking about their expe > read more
Agassi-Sampras, Lendl-McEnroe Revive Old Rilvalries at Madison Square Garden
Published on 2011-03-01 04:50:10
NEW YORK, NY, Madison Square Garden – February 25, 2011 – Sports fans know the old saying “I went to a fight and a hockey game broke out.” On Monday night tennis fans went to an exhibition hoping a fight would break out betwee > read more
WTA Monterrey – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-28 23:00:44
WHIRLPOOL MONTERREY OPEN Monterrey, México February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 28, 2011 Singles – First Round Alla Kudryavtseva (RUS) d. (3/WC) Aravane Rezai (FRA) 62 61 (8) Polona He > read more
CBS, ESPN2 and Tennis Channel To Broadcast Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-02-28 13:23:06
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) – The Sony Ericsson Open, one of the largest and most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world, has announced that ESPN2 will join Tennis Channel and CBS this year in broadcasting an event-record 77 hou > read more
Wildcards Announced for BNP Paribas Open
Published on 2011-02-28 13:13:47
Indian Wells, Calif., February 28, 2011 – Rising stars Milos Raonic, Kei Nishikori, Ryan Harrison, Bernard Tomic, Coco Vandeweghe, and Christina McHale were granted wildcards into the main draws for the BNP Paribas Open, to be held March 7-20, 2011 > read more
Kuala Lumpur – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-28 12:46:34
Malaysian Open Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 28, 2011 Singles – First Round Jelena Dokic (AUS) d. (1/WC) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 26 76(1) 64 (5) Lucie Sa > read more
USTA and First Lady Team Up for “Lets Move” Campaign
Published on 2011-02-28 10:24:36
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., February 28, 2011 – The USTA and First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move!” campaign have teamed up to encourage young people across the country to get active, try tennis and lead healthy lifestyles. Components of the col > read more
Agassi, Sampras, McEnroe and Lendl in MSG Showdown
Published on 2011-02-27 23:00:17
Tennis takes over the the world’s most famous arena on Monday when Hall of Famers Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, John McEnroe and Ivan Lendl participate in the BNP Paribas Showdown. The one-night event at Madison Sqaure Garden will feature two great t > read more
WTA Kuala Lumpur – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-27 19:54:08
BMW MALAYSIAN OPEN Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia February 28-March 6, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 28, 2011 Centre Court (from 10.00hrs) 1. Anne Kremer vs. Galina Voskoboeva (Singles Q Final) 2. Ayumi Mori > read more
WTA Monterrey – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-27 19:51:00
MONTERREY OPEN Monterrey, México February 28-March 6, 2011 International Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 28, 2011 Central (from 11.00hrs) 1. Eleni Daniilidou vs. Alison Riske (Singles Q Final) 2. Angelique Kerber vs. Polona Herc > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis Week in Review
Published on 2011-02-27 19:26:38
0-15 “The Hand” that Rocked the 2003 French Open Confesses Justine Henin gave a very lengthy interview to Belgian TV in which among the many revelations she admitted that she lied in the now infamous “hand” incident in the 2003 se > read more
This Month in Canadian Tennis
Published on 2011-02-27 19:00:09
If January’s Australian Open was the announcement of two young up and coming Canadians, Milos Raonic and Rebecca Marino, then February was their proper arrival to the big leagues. Both turned the country’s sports fans on their ear. For th > read more
Juan Martin Del Potro back in the Winners Circle with Victory in Delray Beach
Published on 2011-02-27 18:16:04
Singles – Final Juan Martin del Potro (ARG) d [6] Janko Tipsarevic (SRB) 64 64 Doubles – Final S Lipsky (USA) / R Ram (USA) d C Kas (GER) / A Peya (AUT) 46 64 10-3 Del Potro captures his first tournament since winning the 2009 US Open. De > read more
Gisela Dulko and David Ferrer Take Acapulco Titles
Published on 2011-02-27 05:31:49
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 21-26, 2011 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Saturday, February 26, 2011 Women’s Singles – Final (4) Gisela Dulko (ARG) d. (6) Arantxa Parra Santonja (ESP) 63 76(5) Women’s Doubles – > read more
Delray Beach – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-26 22:24:39
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 26 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals J Del Potro (ARG) d [2] M Fish (USA) 61 75 [6] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d K Nishikori (JPN) 64 64 Doubles – Semi-finals S Lipsky (USA) / R Ram (USA) d [1] E Butorac (USA) / J Ro > read more
Zvonareva Captures Doha
Published on 2011-02-26 13:19:58
QATAR LADIES OPEN Doha, Qatar February 21-26, 2011 $721,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Saturday, February 26, 2011 Singles – Final (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 64 64 Doubles – Final (1) Peschke/Srebo > read more
Djokovic Notches Third Consecutive Dubai Title
Published on 2011-02-26 12:58:56
ATP World Tour 500 $ 1,619,500 Dubai, U.A.E 21-26 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – SATURDAY, 26 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Final [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d [1] R Federer (SUI) 63 63 Doubles – Final S Stakhovsky (UKR) / M Youzhny (R > read more
Fred Stolle Receives Hall of Fame Ring
Published on 2011-02-26 07:22:44
NEWPORT, R.I., February 25, 2011 - Australian tennis star “Fiery” Fred Stolle, whose successful tennis career featured Grand Slam titles and Davis Cup victories, was presented a commemorative ring from the International Tennis Hall of F > read more
Acapulco – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-25 23:56:50
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 21-26, 2011 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, February 25, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (4) Gisela Dulko (ARG) d. Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) 60 62 (6) Arantxa Parra Santonja (ESP) d. Jo > read more
Delray Beach International Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-25 21:35:21
RESULTS – FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [2] M Fish (USA) d [Q] A Falla (COL) 61 64 J Del Potro (ARG) d [5] K Anderson (RSA) 64 64 [6] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d I Dodig (CRO) 76(0) 61 K Nishikori (JPN) d [Q] R Sweeting (US > read more
Dubai Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-25 13:08:23
ATP World Tour) Dubai, U.A.E (+4 hours GMT) 21-26 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [1] R Federer (SUI) d R Gasquet (FRA) 62 75 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d [3] T Berdych (CZE) 67(5) 62 42 > read more
Qatar Ladies Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-25 13:04:36
QATAR LADIES OPEN Doha, Qatar February 21-26, 2011 $721,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Friday, February 25, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Marion Bartoli (FRA) 61 61 (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (5) Jelena J > read more
Player News Highlights from the USTA Pro Circuit
Published on 2011-02-25 12:44:19
Ryan Harrison won both the singles and doubles titles at the USTA Pro Circuit $50,000 Challenger in Honolulu on January 30, his first career singles Challenger-level title; Harrison is the first player of 2011 to win both the singles and doubl > read more
ATP and WTA Launch Android Mobile App
Published on 2011-02-25 12:40:16
25 FEBRUARY 2011 ATP AND WTA LAUNCH OFFICIAL LIVE SCORING APPLICATION FOR ANDROID PHONES LONDON — ATP and WTA announced today the launch of “ATP/WTA LIVE” – an Android mobile application featuring live scores from both ATP World > read more
BNP Paribas Open to Offer Special Off-Court Activities for Fans
Published on 2011-02-25 11:54:57
Indian Wells, Calif., February 25, 2011 – The BNP Paribas Open promises to offer the best on-court entertainment, with the best players in the world and the addition of the Hawkeye line challenge on all eight match courts, but off-court its > read more
Acapulco – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-24 22:59:21
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 21-26, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, February 24, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals Johanna Larsson (SWE) d. (3) Greta Arn (HUN) 61 46 62 (4) Gisela Dulko ( > read more
Tips to Enjoying the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells
Published on 2011-02-24 22:00:41
By Erik Gudris The BNP Paribas Open, or as it’s more informally known due to its geographic location as just “Indian Wells,” is definitely a “destination” event in that one attends really to focus on watching world-class tennis and not much > read more
Delray Beach International Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-24 21:38:47
RESULTS – THURSDAY, 24 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [2] M Fish (USA) d R Mello (BRA) 62 61 [5] K Anderson (RSA) d F Serra (FRA) 61 64 [Q] A Falla (COL) d [8] A Mannarino (FRA) 63 62 J Del Potro (ARG) d T Gabashvili (RUS) 61 61 D > read more
Memphis Tournament Musings
Published on 2011-02-24 17:51:21
By Brad Hunter Following along on Twitter has benefits- during the tournament @memphistennis hid free tickets around the grounds and then tweeted the clues for followers to read/discover like @jameyyoo The biggest weapon of a stroke I saw this > read more
Net Notes for February 24, 2011
Published on 2011-02-24 17:01:56
In the News: In an interview with Belgian TV Justine Henin admitted that she lied in the now infamous “hand” incident in the 2003 semifinal of the French Open against Serena Williams where Henin raised her hand to signal she was not ready > read more
Qatar Ladies Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-24 15:50:09
QATAR LADIES OPEN Doha, Qatar February 21-26, 2011 $721,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Thursday, February 24, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Flavia Pennetta (ITA) 62 60 (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Daniel > read more
Dubai Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-24 13:44:29
RESULTS – THURSDAY, 24 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] R Federer (SUI) d S Stakhovsky (UKR) 63 64 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d F Mayer (GER) 75 61 [3] T Berdych (CZE) d P Petzschner (GER) 75 64 R Gasquet (FRA) d G Simon (FRA) 57 62 > read more
Tennis Night In America to Feature USTA’s 10 and Under Initiative
Published on 2011-02-24 13:08:11
The USTA and event producers StarGames and MSG Sports, have announced that for the first time in history, 60-foot blended lines will be put on a traditional 78-foot regulation court being used for a pro tennis match. On Monday February 28, Madison > read more
Entry List Announced for US Men’s Clay Court Championship
Published on 2011-02-24 09:26:56
HOUSTON – Defending champion Juan Ignacio Chela is among the ATP World Tour players who are on the initial entry list for the 2011 US Men’s Clay Court Championship, joining the previously announced American contingent of James Blake, Mardy Fi > read more
Acapulco – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-24 04:55:22
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 21-26, 2011 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, February 23, 2011 Singles – Second Round Anabel Medina Garrigues (ESP) d. (1) Julia Goerges (GER) 64 76(6) (3) Greta Arn (HUN) d. Renata > read more
Delray Beach – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-23 23:01:16
RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 23 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [Q] R Sweeting (USA) d [3] [WC] S Querrey (USA) 76(5) 64 [6] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d [Q] B Kavcic (SLO) 62 67(8) 63 I Dodig (CRO) d D Sela (ISR) 26 63 62 K Nishikori (JPN) d [WC] > read more
Dubai Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-23 14:45:24
RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 23 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] R Federer (SUI) d M Granollers (ESP) 63 64 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d F Lopez (ESP) 63 26 64 [3] T Berdych (CZE) d N Davydenko (RUS) 63 76(5) S Stakhovsky (UKR) d [8] E > read more
Rafael Nadal to Open Play on March 26 at Sony Ericsson Open
Published on 2011-02-23 14:28:27
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) – World No. 1 Rafael Nadal will make his highly anticipated return to South Florida at the 2011 Sony Ericsson Open on Saturday, March 26 (Session 10) at 8:00 p.m. Nadal’s potential opponents will be > read more
Qatar Ladies Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-23 13:34:59
QATAR LADIES OPEN Doha, Qatar February 21-26, 2011 $721,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, February 23, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Nadia Petrova (RUS) 63 62 (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Dominika > read more
2011 ITF Seniors World Individual Championships Cancelled in Christchurch
Published on 2011-02-23 05:50:32
With regret, the ITF, in consultation with Tennis New Zealand and Canterbury Tennis, has decided to cancel the 2011 ITF Seniors World Individual Championships scheduled to be played in Christchurch, New Zealand next week. The ITF Seniors World Team > read more
Acapulco – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-23 00:37:03
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 21-26, 2011 Red Clay/Outdoors Tuesday, February 22, 2011 Singles – First Round Lourdes Domínguez Lino d. (2) Polona Hercog (SLO) 63 46 63 (3) Greta Arn (HUN) d. Edina Gallovits-Hall (ROU) 64 > read more
Delray Beach International Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-22 20:59:42
RESULTS – TUESDAY, 22 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [2] M Fish (USA) d B Phau (GER) 50 ret. (illness) [5] K Anderson (RSA) d [LL] D Young (USA) 67(5) 76(4) 62 [6] J Tipsarevic (SRB) d I Karlovic (CRO) 76(14) 76(1) D Sela (ISR) d [ > read more
Davis Cup Team Nominations for the 2011 World Group First Round and 25 Zonal Ties
Published on 2011-02-22 16:18:17
The ITF has announced the team nominations for the 2011 Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group first round and 25 zonal ties to be played on 4-6 March. Live scoring for all World Group ties will be available on the Davis Cup website throughout the we > read more
Qatar Ladies Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-22 16:11:38
QATAR LADIES OPEN Doha, Qatar February 21-26, 2011 $721,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, February 22, 2011 Singles – First Round (5) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) d. (WC) Fatma Al Nabhani (OMA) 61 63 Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) d. (6) Vi > read more
Dubai Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-22 13:12:38
ATP World Tour 500 Dubai, U.A.E (+4 hours GMT) 21-27 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – TUESDAY, 22 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [1] R Federer (SUI) d [WC] S Devvarman (IND) 63 63 [2] N Djokovic (SRB) d M Llodra (FRA) 63 6 > read more
Players Vote Shanghai, Dubai & Bastad Tournaments Of The Year
Published on 2011-02-22 11:19:22
LONDON — The ATP announced the 2010 ATP World Tour Tournament Award winners on Tuesday, with the Shanghai Rolex Masters, the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, and the SkiStar Swedish Open all triumphing in their respective tournament categories > read more
Day Three at Delray Beach – First Round and Final Qualifying
Published on 2011-02-22 07:35:19
DELRAY BEACH, February 21, 2011 – The days just keep getting hotter here in Delray, and so does the tennis action. The 81 degree heat may have even claimed a victim or two, my relocated Northern self among them. Play began at 11 AM, with top s > read more
Net Notes for February 21, 2011
Published on 2011-02-21 23:47:15
In the News: Andy Roddick Withdraws from Delray Beach Tournament Milos Raonic is out of Acapulco with a shoulder injury Serena Williams has withdrawn from the March 8 Nike Clash of Champions exhibition. She’ll be replaced by Victoria Azarenka. > read more
Delray Beach International Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-21 23:39:36
Mens Champions Tour Results M Wilander (SWE) d M Pernfors (SWE) 57 62 (10-3) A Kricakstein (USA) d J Mcenroe (USA) 63, 46 (10-3) ATP World Tour Results [3] [WC] S Querrey (USA) d D Brown (GER) 63 57 63 [WC] J Blake (USA) d [7] B Becker (GER) 75 64 > read more
Acapulco – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-21 23:26:27
ABIERTO MEXICANO TELCEL Acapulco, México February 21-26, 2011 Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 21, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Julia Goerges (GER) d. (WC) Ximena Hermoso (MEX) 61 62 (6) Arantxa Parra Santonja (ESP) d. Sybi > read more
Andy Roddick Withdraws from Delray Beach Tournament
Published on 2011-02-21 16:40:33
Delray Beach, FL – Top seed Andy Roddick has pulled out of the Delray Beach International Championships because of illness. Roddick said during a press conference late Monday afternoon that he began experiencing flu-like symptoms prior to his M > read more
Dubai Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-21 16:32:03
ATP World Tour 500 Dubai, U.A.E (+4 hours GMT) 21-27 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – MONDAY, 21 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [3] T Berdych (CZE) d J Chardy (FRA) 62 63 [Q] S Bubka (UKR) d [5] I Ljubicic (CRO) 61 01 ret. > read more
Qatar Ladies Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-21 14:49:08
QATAR LADIES OPEN Doha, Qatar February 21-26, 2011 $721,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 21, 2011 Singles – First Round Lucie Safarova (CZE) d. (7) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) 76(3) 63 Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Alisa Kleyb > read more
Rogers Sportsnet to Air Canada vs Mexico Davis Cup Tie
Published on 2011-02-21 13:00:52
Toronto, February 21, 2011 – Tennis Canada and Rogers Sportsnet announced Monday plans to broadcast the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Americas Zone Group I first round tie between Canada and Mexico set to take place March 4-6, 2011. The tie, to be held > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis Week in Review
Published on 2011-02-21 06:23:12
15-0 Repeat Performance In one of the rarer occurrences, Memphis saw a re-match of Sunday’s SAP Open final on Wednesday. Milos Raonic and Fernando Verdasco squared off in a first round clash with the same results – a win for the Canadian. It’ > read more
The Cherry on Top – Roddick’s Shot
Published on 2011-02-21 01:15:47
Sunday, February 20, 2011 If you haven’t seen the shot yet, I suggest you stop reading and go watch it right now. The running, diving, rolling on the ground, down the line forehand passing shot, was not actually seen by Andy Roddick that brok > read more
Delray Beach International Tennis Championships – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-20 22:25:45
ATP World Tour 250 Delray Beach, U.S.A. (-5 hours GMT) 21-27 February, 2011 Surface: Hard ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 21 FEBRUARY, 2011 STADIUM start 11:00 am [3] J Erlich (ISR) / A Ram (ISR) vs S Lipsky (USA) / R Ram (USA) Not Before 12:30 PM M Per > read more
Acapulco – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-20 21:06:42
ATP World Tour 500 $ 955,000 Acapulco, Mexico (-6 hours GMT) 21-26 February, 2011 Surface: Clay ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, 21 FEBRUARY, 2011 CANCHA CENTRAL start 3:00 pm [WC] S Gonzalez (MEX) vs [WC] D Garza (MEX) – ATP [1] J Goerges (GER > read more
Qatar Ladies Open – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-20 20:20:59
Qatar Ladies Open Doha, Qatar February 21-26, 2011 $721,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 21, 2011 Centre Court (from 15.30hrs) 1. Jarmila Groth vs. Timea Bacsinszky (Singles Q Final) 2. Alisa Kleybanova vs. Marion Bart > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-20 20:20:50
ATP World Tour 500 Dubai, U.A.E (+4 hours GMT) 21-27 February, 2011 Surface: Hard ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 21 FEBRUARY, 2011 CENTRE COURT start 2:00 pm [WC] M Berrer (GER) vs [8] E Gulbis (LAT) [Q] G Dimitrov (BUL) vs R Gasquet (FRA) Not Before 7: > read more
Memphis Results – Roddick Wins 30th ATP Title
Published on 2011-02-20 20:06:29
RESULTS – SUNDAY, 20 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Final [1] A Roddick (USA) d [WC] M Raonic (CAN) 76(7) 67(11) 75 Doubles – Final [1] M Mirnyi (BLR) / D Nestor (CAN) d [4] E Butorac (USA) / J Rojer (AHO) 62 67(6) 10-3 Roddick: “Winnin > read more
Two Tournament Wins in Two Weeks for Almagro
Published on 2011-02-20 20:05:36
Singles – Final [1] N Almagro (ESP) d [8] J Chela (ARG) 63 36 64 Doubles – Final O Marach (AUT) / L Mayer (ARG) d F Ferreiro (BRA) / A Sa (BRA) 76(6) 63 Nicolas Almagro wins tournaments in back-to-back weeks. Last week in Costa Do Sauipe, > read more
Domínguez Lino Captures Second Bogotá Title
Published on 2011-02-20 17:21:36
XIX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Sunday, February 20, 2011 Singles – Final (7) Lourdes Domínguez Lino (ESP) d. Mathilde Johansson (FRA) 26 63 62 Doubles &# > read more
Junior Results – 2011 Tennis Europe Winter Cups by HEAD
Published on 2011-02-20 17:05:29
The results of the finals of Europe’s junior indoor team tennis championships, the Tennis Europe Winter Cups by HEAD, played during the weekend of February 18-20. A total of 118 national teams took part in the competition. For a full report > read more
Wozniacki Wins Dubai Tournament
Published on 2011-02-20 15:15:06
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Sunday, February 20, 2011 Singles – Final (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (16) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 61 63 Doubles – > read more
Soderling Wins Third Tournament of the Year
Published on 2011-02-20 11:31:04
ATP World Tour 250 Marseille, France (+1 hour GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard Singles – Final [1] R Soderling (SWE) d M Cilic (CRO) 67(8) 63 63 Doubles – Final R Haase (NED) / K Skupski (GBR) d J Benneteau (FRA) / J Tson > read more
Tennis Loves Canada
Published on 2011-02-20 00:30:00
By Brad Hunter MEMPHIS, Saturday, February 19, 2011 -You know those days where you do a million different things, go a million different places, have a million different conversations, and never really feel tired because it’s all so fun? Even thoug > read more
Delray Beach – First Day Qualifying Adventures
Published on 2011-02-20 00:00:26
DELRAY BEACH, FL, February 19, 2011- The day dawns warmly and beautifully at the ATP 250 Delray Beach for the first day of qualifying action. It’s so toasty, in fact, that this February day in South Florida offers a reasonable facsimile of what > read more
Memphis Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-19 22:08:42
Saturday Men’s & Women’s Results [W] M. Raonic def. [4] M. Fish 6-4 4-6 6-3 [1] M. Mirnyi (BLR) / D. Nestor (CAN) def. [3] M. Knowles (BAH) / M. Mertinak 7-6(4) 6-3 [1] A. Roddick (USA) def. [W] J. Del Potro (ARG) 6-3 6-4 [4] E. Butor > read more
Copa Claro, Buenos Aires – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-19 20:19:11
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 19 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [1] N Almagro (ESP) d [6] T Robredo (ESP) 75 61 [8] J Chela (ARG) d [2] S Wawrinka (SUI) 62 62 Quarter-finals [1] N Almagro (ESP) d [WC] J Acasuso (ARG) 75 63 [2] S Wawrinka (SU > read more
Bogotá – Copa BBVA Colsanitas Tennis Tournament – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-19 16:52:09
XIX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Saturday, February 19, 2011 Singles – Semifinals Mathilde Johansson (FRA) d. (5) Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) 62 26 60 (7) L > read more
Marseille – Open 13 – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-19 15:00:11
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 19 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [1] R Soderling (SWE) d D Tursunov (RUS) 75 61 M Cilic (CRO) d [3] M Youzhny (RUS) 62 16 75 – saved 1 M.P. Doubles – Semi-finals J Benneteau (FRA) / J Tsonga (FRA) d > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-19 14:54:02
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Saturday, February 19, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (6) Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 75 63 (16) Svetlana > read more
Getting Ready for Delray Beach
Published on 2011-02-19 12:57:46
DELRAY BEACH, FL, February 18 – One of the many things I’m interested in regarding the players who compete at Challenger and Futures levels is how they fare as they try to break through into the top tier. The place to start doing this > read more
Memphis News Conference Snippets From Friday
Published on 2011-02-19 10:16:21
Mardy Fish after his 6-3, 6-4 victory over Sam Querrey Reporter: Mardy it looked like you were having some fun in that last game, 2 serve and volley points… were you having fun today? Fish: Yeah Sam and I share a coach, we practice together pre > read more
Destination: The Racquet Club of Memphis
Published on 2011-02-19 02:36:17
By Brad Hunter MEMPHIS, February 18, 2011 – I live in Nashville and I climbed in my car at 7am this morning to drive west on I-40 to Memphis. I was treated to clear skies, moderate enough temperature to crack the windows and Tennessee rivers an > read more
Copa Claro, Buenos Aires – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-18 19:32:28
No singles quarter-finals were completed Friday due to rain. RESULTS – FRIDAY, 18 FEBRUARY, 2011 Doubles – Semi-finals O Marach (AUT) / L Mayer (ARG) d I Andreev (RUS) / A Dolgopolov (UKR) 62 61 ORDER OF PLAY – SATURDAY, 19 FEBRUAR > read more
Bogotá – Copa BBVA Colsanitas – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-18 17:02:43
XIX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Friday, February 18, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (5) Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) d. Han Xinyun (CHN) 64 63 (7) Lourdes Dom > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-18 16:55:33
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Friday, February 18, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (9) Shahar Peer (ISR) 62 64 (6) Jelena Janko > read more
Marseille – Open 13 – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-18 16:49:17
ATP World Tour 250 Marseille, France (+1 hour GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – THURSDAY, 17 FEBRUARY, 2011 RESULTS – FRIDAY, 18 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] R Soderling (SWE) d [8] M Llodra (FRA > read more
Andre Agassi to Receive MSG Garden of Dreams Hero Award
Published on 2011-02-18 16:17:24
New York, NY, February 18, 2011 – Madison Square Garden and the Garden of Dreams Foundation announced today that tennis legend Andre Agassi is the recipient of the 2011 Garden of Dreams Hero Award. The award, established in 2009, honors one perso > read more
Caroline Wozniacki Regains WTA World No.1 Ranking
Published on 2011-02-18 07:54:47
DUBAI – By reaching the semifinals at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Caroline Wozniacki will return to the top of the WTA Rankings on Monday, February 21, 2011. Wozniacki will surpass the current WTA World No.1 Kim Clijsters who as > read more
Memphis Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-18 00:25:23
Thursday, February 17, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (6) Rebecca Marino (CAN) d. Coco Vandeweghe (USA) 61 76(6) Evgeniya Rodina (RUS) d. (Q) Heather Watson (GBR) 63 64 Lucie Hradecka (CZE) d. Ksenia Pervak (RUS) 64 63 Magdalena Rybarikova ( > read more
Copa Claro, Buenos Aires – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-17 22:26:28
ATP World Tour 250 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hours GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – THURSDAY, 17 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] N Almagro (ESP) d L Mayer (ARG) 67(3) 61 63 [3] D Nalbandian (ARG) d [Q] J B > read more
Bogotá – Copa BBVA Colsanitas – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-17 17:40:22
XIX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Thursday, February 17, 2011 Singles – Second Round Han Xinyun (CHN) d. (1) Julia Goerges (GER) 57 63 76(4) Petra Martic (CR > read more
Marseille – Open 13 – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-17 16:38:04
ATP World Tour 250 Marseille, France (+1 hour GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – THURSDAY, 17 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] R Soderling (SWE) d [WC] N Mahut (FRA) 76(8) 76(5) [2] T Berdych (CZE) d [Q] > read more
US Davis Cup: Roddick, Querrey, Isner and Bryan Brothers to Travel to Chile
Published on 2011-02-17 15:49:43
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., February 17, 2011 – The USTA and U.S. Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier announced today that world No. 8 Andy Roddick, No. 18 Sam Querrey, No. 24 John Isner, and the world’s top-ranked doubles team of Bob and Mike Bryan will t > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-17 14:25:31
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Thursday, February 17, 2011 Singles – Third Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (Q) Ayumi Morita (JPN) 61 60 (15) Alisa Kley > read more
Varvara Lepchenko Signed by Agent Atleta Ltd.
Published on 2011-02-17 14:14:37
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Feb. 17, 2011) – A new athlete management company based in Las Vegas has announced the signing of professional tennis player Varvara Lepchenko, the No. 74 ranked player in the world. Agent Atleta’s Jordan J. Butler will represent > read more
Andre Agassi and Longines Set for BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden on Feb. 28
Published on 2011-02-17 12:00:04
New York, NY- February 17, 2011 – Longines, the Swiss based watch company; will be the official timekeeper for the highly anticipated BNP Paribas Showdown. Tennis rivals of the 80’s and 90’s Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, John McEnroe and Ivan L > read more
Memphis Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-16 23:52:27
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Singles – Second Round Evgeniya Rodina (RUS) d. (3) Melanie Oudin (USA) 61 75 (6) Rebecca Marino (CAN) d. Sorana Cirstea (ROU) 62 46 63 Lucie Hradecka (CZE) d. Sandra Zahlavova (CZE) 64 63 Coco Vandeweghe (USA) d. > read more
Copa Claro, Buenos Aires – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-16 22:11:53
ATP World Tour 250 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hours GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 16 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [2] S Wawrinka (SUI) d V Hanescu (ROU) 67(2) 61 76(4) [4] A Montanes (ESP) d F Fognini (ITA) > read more
Bogotá – Copa BBVA Colsanitas – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-16 19:01:23
XIX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Singles – Second Round (5) Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) d. Patricia Mayr-Achleitner (AUT) 16 64 > read more
Marseille – Open 13 – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-16 17:17:57
ATP World Tour 250 Marseille, France (+1 hour GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 16 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [4] J Melzer (AUT) d A Seppi (ITA) 75 63 [6] J Tsonga (FRA) d S Stakhovsky (UKR) > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-16 15:11:23
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Anna Chakvetadze (RUS) 61 35 ret. (GI illn > read more
ESPN to Televise BNP Paribas Showdown Live from Madison Square Garden
Published on 2011-02-16 11:27:36
New York, February 16, 2011 – MSG Sports and StarGames announced today that ESPN will televise the much anticipated 2011 BNP Paribas Showdown live from Madison Square Garden on Monday, February 28 with MSG Networks airing a replay on March 7 & > read more
Shahar Peer to Play Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-02-16 09:21:54
Charleston, SC (February 16, 2011) – World No. 11 Shahar Peer has officially entered the 2011 Family Circle Cup. Peer, whose world ranking has set a new record for a player from Israel, joins World No. 5 and defending champion Samantha Stosur, Je > read more
ITF and WTA Announce Olympic Ranking Point Agreement
Published on 2011-02-16 06:13:56
The ITF and the WTA announced today the successful completion of negotiations to award ranking points for women at the 2012 Olympic Tennis Event in London at Wimbledon. This will be the third successive Olympics where women have received ranking poin > read more
Memphis Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-15 22:02:57
CELLULAR SOUTH CUP Memphis, Tennessee, USA February 13-19, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Indoors Results – Tuesday, February 15, 2011 Singles – Second Round Ksenia Pervak (RUS) d. (7) Renata Voracova (CZE) 61 61 Magdalena Rybarikova (S > read more
Copa Claro, Buenos Aires – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-15 20:00:56
ATP World Tour 250 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hours GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 15 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [1] N Almagro (ESP) d [Q] P Galdon (ARG) 61 62 [2] S Wawrinka (SUI) d C Berlocq (A > read more
Bogotá – Copa BBVA Colsanitas – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-15 18:40:57
Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, February 15, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Julia Goerges (GER) d. Olivia Sanchez (FRA) 76(5) 26 75 (2) Polona Hercog (SLO) d. Pauline Parm > read more
Marseille – Open 13 – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-15 17:09:44
RESULTS – TUESDAY, 15 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [6] J Tsonga (FRA) d [WC] B Paire (FRA) 61 62 [8] M Llodra (FRA) d J Benneteau (FRA) 64 46 63 [WC] N Mahut (FRA) d [Q] A Kumantsov (RUS) 62 60 T Kamke (GER) d [Q] T Schoorel (NED > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-15 17:04:46
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, February 15, 2011 Singles – First Round (9) Shahar Peer (ISR) d. María José Martínez Sánchez (ESP) 64 61 (11) Fla > read more
World TeamTennis Holds Marquee Player Draft
Published on 2011-02-15 14:50:32
NEW YORK, N.Y. (Feb. 15, 2011) – It won’t be difficult to find a player in the World TeamTennis Pro League presented by GEICO this summer who has spent time at the top of the world rankings. Ten current or former world No. 1 players hig > read more
StarGames CEO Jerry Solomon on the MSG Showdown and Tennis Night in America on Approach Shots
Published on 2011-02-15 10:33:57
Jerry Solomon, CEO of StarGames LLC, brought tennis back to New York City’s Madison Square Garden in 2008 with the NetJets Showdown where Pete Sampras faced Roger Federer in a “Battle of the Ages.” The next two years saw showdowns fea > read more
Daniela Hantuchova Enters Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-02-15 10:30:06
Charleston, SC (February 15, 2011) – Daniela Hantuchova, 2010 Family Circle Cup semifinalist, enters Charleston after capturing the fourth WTA title of her career on Sunday, February 13, in Pattaya City, Thailand. Hantuchova joins World No. 5 and > read more
New Haven Open at Yale Announces First Niagara As Presenting Sponsor
Published on 2011-02-15 09:28:00
NEW HAVEN, Conn., February 15, 2011 – New Haven Open at Yale, a WTA event that is part of the Olympus US Open Series to be held August 19-27, 2011 at the Connecticut Tennis Center at Yale, has signed First Niagara as the Presenting Sponsor of the t > read more
“Bring Your Racquet” by Steven White on Approach Shots
Published on 2011-02-15 07:00:17
Steven White is a professional tennis instructor and former satellite tour player who has been teaching tennis for almost twenty-five years. He is certified with the Professional Tennis Registry, the worlds’ largest international organization of te > read more
Querrey Gets Final Wild Card For Upcoming Delray Beach Tournament
Published on 2011-02-15 00:26:22
DELRAY BEACH, FL (February 15, 2011) – World No. 18 Sam Querrey has accepted a wild card to play in the 19th annual Delray Beach International Tennis Championships’ (ITC) World Tour event which begins Monday, February 21 at the Delray Bea > read more
Memphis Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-14 23:17:47
Results – Monday, February 14, 2011 Singles – First Round Michaella Krajicek (NED) d. (1) Barbora Zahlavova Strycova (CZE) 61 63 (LL) Alexandra Stevenson (USA) d. (2) Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) 63 61 (3) Melanie Oudin (USA) d. Anastasia Pivova > read more
Copa Claro, Buenos Aires – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-14 22:17:11
RESULTS – MONDAY, 14 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [4] A Montanes (ESP) d R Ramirez Hidalgo (ESP) 61 76(0) [6] T Robredo (ESP) d [WC] M Gonzalez (ARG) 75 62 [8] J Chela (ARG) d R Machado (POR) 46 62 62 L Mayer (ARG) d [WC] F Del B > read more
Bogotá – Copa BBVA Colsanitas – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-14 19:06:47
XIX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 14, 2011 Singles – First Round Mathilde Johansson (FRA) d. (3) Simona Halep (ROU) 76(5) 75 (WC) Catalina C > read more
Marseille – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-14 17:59:15
RESULTS – MONDAY, 14 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round D Tursunov (RUS) d [WC] G Dimitrov (BUL) 67(6) 75 76(4) S Stakhovsky (UKR) d I Marchenko (UKR) 64 63 Doubles – First Round M Cilic (CRO) / L Zovko (CRO) d F Moser (GER) / D > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-14 16:30:05
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 14, 2011 Singles – First Round (10) Marion Bartoli (FRA) d. Kimiko Date-Krumm (JPN) 76(8) 64 (15) Alisa Kleyb > read more
USTA Eastern to Hold QuickStart Tennis on the Intrepid
Published on 2011-02-14 16:08:44
White Plains, NY – USTA Eastern will host a QuickStart Tennis clinic at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum on February 24, 2011, giving kids on Presidents’ Week vacation a chance to learn tennis on a smaller court with equipment scaled to t > read more
Sights and Sounds From the SAP Open
Published on 2011-02-14 10:55:37
By Marissa Lackey The forecast for the marketing of American men’s tennis is… cloudy. As I arrived at the tournament site, I was greeted by a huge banner with Andy Roddick’s image hanging from the side of the arena. Given that Roddick was not a > read more
New York Sportimes To Play Two WTT Matches In Albany This Summer As World TeamTennis New York Teams Consolidate
Published on 2011-02-14 10:40:27
NEW YORK (February 14, 2011) – The two New York based teams in the WTT Pro League presented by GEICO are consolidating their efforts for the 2011 season, League officials announced today. As part of this agreement, the New York Sportimes, based > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis Week in Review
Published on 2011-02-14 08:00:40
15-0 Roland Garros Staying Put The French Open will remain in Paris with some major upgrading including a stadium with a roof and the possibility of night matches. 15-15 Fans Behaving Badly Watch the controversial end of the SAP Open final. 30-15 Spo > read more
Raonic Captures San Jose, First ATP Title
Published on 2011-02-13 23:46:39
Photo courtesy of SAP Open’s Twitpic account Singles – Final Milos Raonic (CAN) d [1] F Verdasco (ESP) 7-6(6), 7-6(5) Doubles – Final S Lipsky (USA) / R Ram (USA) d A Falla (COL) / X Malisse (BEL) 6-4, 4-6, 10-8 Wildcard Milos Rao > read more
Memphis – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-13 18:19:28
MONDAY, 14 FEBRUARY, 2011 STADIUM start 10:00 am [1] B Zahlavova Strycova (CZE) vs M Krajicek (NED) – WTA Not Before 11:00 AM [8] K Anderson (RSA) vs [Q] R Kendrick (USA) A Stevenson (USA) vs [2] S Arvidsson (SWE) – WTA L Dekmeijere (LAT) > read more
Copa Claro – Buenos Aires – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-13 17:37:15
ATP World Tour 250 Buenos Aires, Argentina (-3 hours GMT) 14-20 February, 2011 Surface: Clay ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 14 FEBRUARY, 2011 ESTADIO BILLOCH CARIDE start 11:30 am Qualifying – G Lapentti (ECU) vs P Galdon (ARG) R Ramirez > read more
Hradecka Takes Second Dow Corning Tennis Classic singles Crown
Published on 2011-02-13 17:15:12
MIDLAND, Mich., February 13, 2011 – To all those planning on playing at the 2012 Dow Corning Tennis Classic, be forewarned: If you see Lucie Hradecka’s name on the entry list, you’re unlikely to leave Midland happy. Blasting bazooka-sized two-h > read more
Bogotá Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-13 17:05:55
XIX COPA BBVA COLSANITAS Bogotá, Colombia February 14-20, 2011 $220,000/International Red Clay/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 14, 2011 Center (from 10.00hrs) 1. Yuliana Lizarazo vs. Madalina Gojnea 2. Catalina Castaño vs. Anabel Me > read more
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – Monday Schedule
Published on 2011-02-13 12:17:09
DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Dubai, UAE February 14-20, 2011 $2,050,000/Premier Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 14, 2011 Centre Court (from 12.00hrs) 1. Chanelle Scheepers vs. Maria Kirilenko 2. Zhang Shuai vs. Yaroslava > read more
Kvitova Topples Clijsters in Paris
Published on 2011-02-13 12:16:04
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Results – Sunday, February 13, 2011 Singles – Final (4) Petra Kvitova (CZE) defeats (1) Kim Clijsters (BEL) 6-4, 6-3 Doubles – Final (3) Mattek-Sands/Shau > read more
Soderling Defends Rotterdam Title
Published on 2011-02-13 11:57:52
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament Rotterdam, The Netherlands ATP World Tour 500 Singles - Final [1] Robin Soderling (SWE) d [8] J0-Wilfred Tsonga (FRA) 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 Doubles – Final [2] J Melzer (AUT) / P Petzschner (GER) d [4] M Llodra (FRA) / > read more
Hantuchova Wins PTT Pattaya Open
Published on 2011-02-13 08:34:12
PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City, Thailand February 7-13, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Sunday, February 13, 2011 Singles – Final (4) Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) defeats (8) Sara Errani (ITA) 6-0, 6-2 Doubles – Final > read more
San Jose – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-13 01:34:43
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 12 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-final [1] F Verdasco (ESP) d J Del Potro (ARG) 64 64 Doubles – Semi-finals A Falla (COL) / X Malisse (BEL) d [1] M Knowles (BAH) / M Mertinak (SVK) 46 75 10-4 S Lipsky (USA) / R R > read more
Memphis – Saturday’s Results and Updated Tournament Schedule
Published on 2011-02-12 23:10:57
Updated First Round Featured Matches* Monday – 7:00pm Melanie Oudin v. Anastasia Pivovarova, followed by John Isner/Sam Querrey v. Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi/Horia Tecau Tuesday – 7:00pm Andy Roddick v. Richard Berankis, followed by Sam Querrey > read more
Irina Falconi Reaches Singles and Doubles Finals of Dow Corning Tennis Classic
Published on 2011-02-12 20:45:00
MIDLAND, Mich., February 12, 2011 – You never know how a young tennis player will react to pressure. This week in Midland, WTA Tour rookie Irina Falconi has participated in her first press conference, spoken to sponsors at several functions and wri > read more
ATP World Tour: Almagro Wins Brasil Open
Published on 2011-02-12 19:33:38
Tournament Information ATP World Tour 250 Costa do Sauipe, Brazil 7-12 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – SATURDAY, 12 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Final [1] Nicolas Almagro (ESP) d [4] Alexandr Dolgopolov (UKR) 63 76(3) Doubles – F > read more
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-12 16:11:32
RESULTS – SATURDAY, 12 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles - Semi-finals [1] R Soderling (SWE) d V Troicki (SRB) 75 64 [8] J Tsonga (FRA) d [7] I Ljubicic (CRO) 64 76(6) Doubles – Semi-finals [2] J Melzer (AUT) / P Petzschner (GER) d A Murray (GBR) / > read more
Open GDF Suez Paris – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-12 11:40:13
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Results – Saturday, February 12, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (1) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. (3) Kaia Kanepi (EST) 61 75 (4) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. Bethanie Mattek-San > read more
PTT Pattaya Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-12 08:26:26
PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City, Thailand February 7-13, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Saturday, February 12, 2011 Singles – Semifinals (4) Daniela Hantuchova (SVK) d. (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) 76(3) 64 (8) Sara Errani > read more
San Jose – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-12 02:09:38
ATP World Tour 250 $ 531,000 San Jose, U.S.A. (-8 hours GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – FRIDAY, 11 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-final M Raonic (CAN) d [2] G Monfils (FRA) W/O (left wrist) Singles – Quarter > read more
Roommates Marino and Pervak Advance in Midland
Published on 2011-02-11 23:00:13
MIDLAND, Mich., February 11, 2011 – Rebecca Marino is the first to tell you that she’s not playing her best tennis at the Dow Corning Tennis Classic this week. She was two points from defeat in the first round, pushed by a 15-year-old in the seco > read more
Dow Corning Tennis Classic – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-11 21:10:31
Dow Corning Tennis Classic Midland Community Tennis Center Midland, Mich. Purse: $100,000 Surface: Hard-Indoor Friday, February 11 – RESULTS Singles – Quarterfinals Lucie Hradecka (Czech Republic) def. Sabine Lisicki (Germany) 6-1, 2-6, 7-6(3) [7 > read more
Brasil Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-11 18:51:49
ATP World Tour 250 Costa do Sauipe, Brazil (-3 hours GMT) 7-12 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – FRIDAY, 11 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [1] N Almagro (ESP) d [5] J Chela (ARG) 16 62 64 [4] A Dolgopolov (UKR) d R Mello (BRA > read more
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-11 18:33:27
ATP World Tour 500 Rotterdam, The Netherlands (+1 hour GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – FRIDAY, 11 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] R Soderling (SWE) d [6] M Youzhny (RUS) 64 76(5) [8] J Tsonga (FRA) d > read more
Open GDF Suez Paris – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-11 16:35:19
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Results – Friday, February 11, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. (Q) Jelena Dokic (AUS) 63 60 (3) Kaia Kanepi (EST) d. (8) Dominika Cibulk > read more
Kim Clijsters to Become WTA World No.1 on Monday
Published on 2011-02-11 15:14:22
PARIS, FRANCE – By reaching the semifinals at the 2011 Open GDF SUEZ, Kim Clijsters will return to the top of the WTA Rankings on Monday, February 14, 2011. Clijsters will surpass the current World No.1 Caroline Wozniacki who has held the top spo > read more
PTT Pattaya Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-11 09:47:06
PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City, Thailand February 7-13, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Friday, February 11, 2011 Singles – Quarterfinals (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (6) Peng Shuai (CHN) 64 46 64 (5) Roberta Vinci (ITA) > read more
San Jose – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-11 02:05:12
ATP World Tour 250 $ 531,000 San Jose, U.S.A. (-8 hours GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – THURSDAY, 10 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] F Verdasco (ESP) d I Karlovic (CRO) 75 75 [2] G Monfils (FRA) d R Ken > read more
Qualifier Alexandra Stevenson Reaches Midland Quarterfinals
Published on 2011-02-10 22:24:12
MIDLAND, Mich., February 10, 2011 – It was a different century when Alexandra Stevenson stormed onto the tennis scene, reaching the 1999 Wimbledon semifinals a year after winning her first pro singles title at the Dow Corning Tennis Classic. Now 30 > read more
Brasil Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-10 19:33:58
ATP World Tour 250 Costa do Sauipe, Brazil (-3 hours GMT) 7-12 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – THURSDAY, 10 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [1] N Almagro (ESP) d R Machado (POR) 62 64 [5] J Chela (ARG) d [3] T Bellucci (B > read more
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-10 17:37:06
RESULTS – THURSDAY, 10 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles - Second Round [1] R Soderling (SWE) d P Kohlschreiber (GER) 63 57 76(7) – saved 1 M.P. [4] T Berdych (CZE) d [Q] D Tursunov (RUS) 64 46 75 [6] M Youzhny (RUS) d T de Bakker (NED) 64 64 [7] I > read more
Open GDF Suez Paris – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-10 17:32:49
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Results – Thursday, February 10, 2011 Singles – Second Round (3) Kaia Kanepi (EST) d. Sofia Arvidsson (SWE) 63 64 (4) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. Barbora Zahlavova S > read more
Babolat To Debut 2011 Footwear Later This Month
Published on 2011-02-10 15:00:43
Boulder, Colorado – February 10, 2011 – Babolat debuts its 2011 footwear collection later this months. With its dominant red color, the Propulse 3 offers a new look—and new technologies, while also inspiring the design of the new V-PRO line. In > read more
Blake and Isner Join US Men’s Clay Court Championship Field
Published on 2011-02-10 12:31:21
HOUSTON – Two more American stars have committed to play the 2011 US Men’s Clay Court Championship April 4-10 at River Oaks Country Club. James Blake, the 2008 finalist, and John Isner, who shattered every conceivable match record during a marath > read more
USTA Names Community Development Workshop Award Winners
Published on 2011-02-10 10:12:11
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., February 10, 2011 – The USTA announced today the eight award winners to be honored during the USTA Community Tennis Development Workshop (CTDW), which will be held February 11-13, 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Ar > read more
PTT Pattaya Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-10 10:08:19
PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City, Thailand February 7-13, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Thursday, February 10, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (Q) Nungnadda Wannasuk (THA) 61 75 (4) Daniela Hantu > read more
Jelena Jankovic Enters Charleston Field
Published on 2011-02-10 09:03:58
Charleston, SC (February 10, 2011) – Jelena Jankovic, World No. 8 and 2007 Family Circle Cup Champion, has officially entered the 2011 Charleston event. Jankovic joins World No. 5 and defending champion Samantha Stosur, former World No. 1 Maria S > read more
San Jose – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-10 01:14:45
RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 9 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round R Berankis (LTU) d D Young (USA) 64 57 75 M Raonic (CAN) d J Blake (USA) 62 76(4) Singles – First Round [1] F Verdasco (ESP) d [WC] R Ram (USA) 63 62 [2] G Monfils (FRA) d > read more
15-year-old Duval Has First Pro Win at Dow Corning Tennis Classic
Published on 2011-02-09 22:15:12
MIDLAND, Mich., February 9, 2011 – After leaving Florida and landing in Michigan earlier this week, 15-year-old Victoria Duval said that she couldn’t wait to play in the snow. On Wednesday, she turned Stadium Court at the Dow Corning Tennis Class > read more
Brasil Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-09 22:00:08
ATP World Tour 250 Costa do Sauipe, Brazil (-3 hours GMT) 7-12 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 9 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] N Almagro (ESP) d [WC] J Souza (BRA) 62 62 R Mello (BRA) d [2] A Montanes (ESP) > read more
Open GDF Suez Paris – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-09 17:36:30
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Results – Wednesday, February 9, 2011 Singles – Second Round (1) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. Kristina Barrois (GER) 46 62 60 (8) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) d. Melanie > read more
Trevor Kronemann to Return as Breakers Coach
Published on 2011-02-09 16:39:54
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF. (February 9, 2011) – Trevor Kronemann, the UC Irvine men’s tennis coach, will return for his fifth season as coach of the Newport Beach Breakers of the World TeamTennis Pro League presented by GEICO, the team announced T > read more
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-09 16:22:38
ATP World Tour 500 Rotterdam, The Netherlands (+1 hour GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 9 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles - Second Round M Cilic (CRO) d [5] J Melzer (AUT) 62 64 [8] J Tsonga (FRA) d M Llodra (FRA) 4 > read more
PTT Pattaya Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-09 12:38:03
Wednesday, February 9, 2011 Results Singles – Second Round (2) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) d. Jill Craybas (USA) 46 61 75 (Q) Galina Voskoboeva (KAZ) d. (3) Maria Kirilenko (RUS) 16 75 64 (5) Roberta Vinci (ITA) d. Zhang Shuai (CHN) 75 61 (6) Peng Shuai > read more
Draws Announced for Fed Cup World Group and World Group II play-offs
Published on 2011-02-09 04:54:26
The ITF has announced the draws for the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group and World Group II play-offs on 16-17 April: WORLD GROUP PLAY-OFFS Germany v USA SPAIN v France SLOVAK REPUBLIC v Serbia AUSTRALIA v Ukraine WORLD GROUP II PLAY-OFFS Bela > read more
San Jose – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-09 01:47:51
Singles – First Round L Lacko (SVK) d [3] S Querrey (USA) 76(6) 63 M Raonic (CAN) d [4] X Malisse (BEL) 63 64 R Berankis (LTU) d [6] B Becker (GER) 63 76(2) [8] K Nishikori (JPN) d J Hajek (CZE) 61 76(6) J Del Potro (ARG) d T Gabashvili (RUS) 6 > read more
Net Notes for February 8, 2011
Published on 2011-02-08 23:51:45
In the News SportsBusiness Journal reports that Li Na has signed endorsement deals with Ice Cream maker Haagen-Dazs and watch maker Rolex. Matt Cronin of TennisReporters.net reports that Ana Ivanovic has already ended her trial period with coach An > read more
Brasil Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-08 23:46:58
ATP World Tour 250 Costa do Sauipe, Brazil (-3 hours GMT) 7-12 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – TUESDAY, 8 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [5] J Chela (ARG) d [Q] R Dutra Da Silva (BRA) 67(4) 76(4) 63 [6] T Robredo (ESP) d F > read more
Tatishvili Ousts Top Seed Lepchenko at Dow Corning Tennis Classic
Published on 2011-02-08 21:37:18
MIDLAND, Mich., February 8, 2011 – The numbers were stacked against Anna Tatishvili as she opened play at the 2011 Dow Corning Tennis Classic on Stadium Court. An unheralded, unseeded player from the Republic of Georgia, Tatishvili was up against t > read more
Open GDF Suez Paris – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-08 17:22:52
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Results – Tuesday, February 8, 2011 Singles – First Round (3) Kaia Kanepi (EST) d. Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) 76(5) 62 (4) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. (Q) Vesna Mana > read more
Sony Ericsson Open Fields Announced
Published on 2011-02-08 16:54:39
MIAMI, Fla. (www.sonyericssonopen.com) – The 2011 Sony Ericsson Open men’s and women’s player fields were announced today and the tournament will host a field worthy of a Grand Slam event with each of the top 77 ranked men’s p > read more
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-08 16:22:13
ATP World Tour 500 Rotterdam, The Netherlands (+1 hour GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – TUESDAY, 8 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [1] R Soderling (SWE) d [WC] R Haase (NED) 63 62 J Nieminen (FIN) d [3] D Fer > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – More Tales From USA F4 Palm Coast
Published on 2011-02-08 16:00:47
PALM COAST, FL – February 4, 2011 – Friday begins as another lovely day for tennis in Palm Coast. And by “lovely” I mean gray, overcast and cold. “Pity us, people up north,” I devilishly tweet, hoping to stir things up amongst the > read more
PTT Pattaya Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-08 11:19:16
PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City, Thailand February 7-13, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Tuesday, February 8, 2011 Singles – First Round (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Tamira Paszek (AUT) 64 62 (2) Ana Ivanovic (SRB) d. (WC > read more
USTA Eastern Forms New Partnership with Copeland Coating Company
Published on 2011-02-08 09:35:46
White Plains, NY – As the USTA launches its nationwide 10 and Under initiative, many tennis facilities are searching for affordable ways to create smaller courts for children. USTA Eastern has partnered with a company that has the experience and ta > read more
San Jose – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-08 01:08:15
ATP World Tour 250 San Jose, U.S.A. (-8 hours GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – MONDAY, 7 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [5] D Istomin (UZB) d [Q] R Borvanov (MDA) 63 75 [7] L Hewitt (AUS) d B Phau (GER) 63 6 > read more
Net Notes for February 7, 2011
Published on 2011-02-08 01:00:31
Rafael Nadal won the Lareus Sports Award for Sportsman of the year. James Blake wins his first match since October by defeating Jesse Levine at the SAP Open in San Jose. Seeds Named for Fed Cup World Group and World Group II Play-offs Upsets of the D > read more
Brasil Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-07 22:59:15
ATP World Tour 250 Costa do Sauipe, Brazil (-3 hours GMT) 7-12 February, 2011 Surface: Clay RESULTS – MONDAY, 7 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round F Volandri (ITA) d [8] V Hanescu (ROU) 75 61 [WC] J Souza (BRA) d [WC] G Clezar (BRA) 6 > read more
Lisicki, Falconi and Vandeweghe Talk Dow Corning Tennis Classic
Published on 2011-02-07 17:19:47
MIDLAND, Mich., February 7, 2011 – The longest-running women’s tournament on the USTA Pro Circuit returns to the tennis scene on Tuesday with a field of fast-rising stars seeking their share of $100,000 in prize money. Of the 40 women’s events > read more
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-07 16:59:16
ATP World Tour 500 Rotterdam, The Netherlands (+1 hour GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard RESULTS – MONDAY, 7 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [5] J Melzer (AUT) d [WC] J Huta Galung (NED) 64 64 V Troicki (SRB) d [WC] T > read more
Open GDF Suez Paris – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-07 16:51:32
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Results – Monday, February 7, 2011 Singles – First Round Kristina Barrois (GER) d. Iveta Benesova (CZE) 57 64 64 Doubles – First Round Dushevina/Makarova > read more
PTT Pattaya Open – Results and Schedule
Published on 2011-02-07 13:22:08
PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City, Thailand February 7-13, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Results – Monday, February 7, 2011 Singles – First Round (3) Maria Kirilenko (RUS) d. Alberta Brianti (ITA) 60 46 62 (6) Peng Shuai (CHN) d. > read more
Seeds Named for Fed Cup World Group and World Group II Play-offs
Published on 2011-02-07 09:06:55
The ITF has announced the seeds for the Draw for the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group and World Group II play-offs. The Draw will take place on Wednesday 9 February at the ITF offices in London at 10:00 GMT. The seeds are based on the new ITF > read more
San Jose – Schedule for February 7
Published on 2011-02-07 00:25:34
ATP World Tour 250 San Jose, U.S.A. 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, 7 FEBRUARY, 2011 CENTER COURT start 9:45 am M Russell (USA) vs [Q] A Kuznetsov (USA) [Q] R Farah (COL) vs [WC] T Smyczek (USA) [Q] R Borvanov ( > read more
Brazil Open – Schedule for February 7
Published on 2011-02-06 23:35:01
ATP World Tour 250 Costa do Sauipe, Brazil (-3 hours GMT) 7-12 February, 2011 Surface: Clay ORDER OF PLAY – MONDAY, 7 FEBRUARY, 2011 CENTER COURT start 3:00 pm Qualifying – R Dutra Da Silva (BRA) vs P Luczak (AUS) F Volandri (ITA) vs [8 > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis Week in Review
Published on 2011-02-06 23:15:47
15-0 Happy Returns? Jacco Eltingh and Paul Haarhuis will return to the ATP World Tour for the first time since retiring in 1998 playing Rotterdam. Pim-Pim is making a comeback. Sweden’s Joachim Johansson has not played an ATP tour match since > read more
Dow Corning Tennis Classic – Sunday Results
Published on 2011-02-06 20:23:47
Dow Corning Tennis Classic Midland Community Tennis Center Midland, Mich. Purse: $100,000 Surface: Hard-Indoor Sunday, February 6 – RESULTS Qualifying Singles – First round [1] Beatrice Capra (United States) def. Sanaz Marand (United States) 6-7( > read more
Two First Time Winners Highlight the ATP World Tour Weekend
Published on 2011-02-06 18:02:05
Ivan Dodig was the only player to take a set off a set off of Novak Djokovic, during the Serb’s run to the Australia Open title. This week the Croat enters the ATP winners circle for the first time as he captured the Zagreb Indoors by defeating Mic > read more
Open GDF Suez Paris – Schedule for February 7
Published on 2011-02-06 17:07:37
OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris, France February 7-13, 2011 $618,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 7, 2011 Central (from 12.00hrs) 1. Jelena Dokic vs. Elixane Lechemia (Singles Q Final) 2. Ana Vrljic vs. Stéphanie Cohen-Aloro (Sing > read more
PTT Pattaya Open – Schedule for February 7
Published on 2011-02-06 17:01:15
PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City, Thailand February 7-13, 2011 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Order Of Play – Monday, February 7, 2011 Court 1 (from 15.00hrs) 1. Cagla Buyukakcay vs. Nungnadda Wannasuk (Singles Q Final) 2. Noppawan Lertcheew > read more
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament – February 7 Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-06 16:53:47
ATP World Tour 500 Rotterdam, The Netherlands (+1 hour GMT) 7-13 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 7 FEBRUARY, 2011 CENTRE COURT start 11:00 am T Berdych (CZE) / P Kohlschreiber (GER) vs S Stakhovsky (UKR) / M Youzhny (R > read more
Bagels and Breadsticks – Belgium Bounces US out of Fed Cup First Round
Published on 2011-02-06 15:24:28
In only the third time in the history of Fed Cup competition, the United States has been beaten in the first round of Fed Cup. Current Australian Open champion Kim Clijsters led the charge as Belgium took the tie 4-1 in the Quarterfinals of the World > read more
Fed Cup World Group and World Group II Results
Published on 2011-02-06 14:40:26
Here are the final results for the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group and World Group II first round ties held on 5-6 February. In the World Group semifinals, to be played 16-17 April, Belgium will be at home to Czech Republic and Russia will ho > read more
Dow Corning Tennis Classic to Feature a Wealth of Promising Women’s Tennis Talent
Published on 2011-02-06 10:10:12
The 2011 Dow Corning Tennis Classic begins today with qualifying play running February 6-7 and main draw matches being held February 8-13. This year marks the 23rd installment of the event in Midland, Mich. It is the oldest of the 40 women’s to > read more
Rennae Stubbs Retires from Fed Cup
Published on 2011-02-06 02:46:49
HOBART, Australia – After 41 Fed Cup ties Rennae Stubbs has retired from the women’s team event. Having played for the Australian Fed Cup team for16 years, the 39 year old leaves the court as the longest playing Australian woman with a 28-10 > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – Odesnik at USA F4 Palm Coast
Published on 2011-02-05 22:00:43
PALM COAST, FL – February 3, 2011- On Thursday I pack up my Futuresmobile and head up from Vero Beach (where I’m currently stationed) to catch the USA F4 in Palm Coast, which is about a four hour drive north from where the previous three Flor > read more
Santiago Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-05 21:02:58
ATP World Tour 250 $ 398,250 ($ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Santiago, Chile (-3 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – SATURDAY, 5 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [8] S Giraldo (COL) d [5] P Star > read more
Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group I Saturday Results
Published on 2011-02-05 17:11:07
Belarus and Switzerland have qualified for the World Group II play-offs on 16-17 April after defeating Poland 2-0 and Netherlands 2-1 respectively in the Europe/Africa Zone Group I Promotion Play-offs. Latvia and Denmark are relegated from Europe/Afr > read more
Zagreb Indoors Saturday Results
Published on 2011-02-05 15:57:52
ATP World Tour 250 Zagreb, Croatia (+1 hours GMT) RESULTS – SATURDAY, 5 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals I Dodig (CRO) d [3] G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) 46 76(5) 64 [8] M Berrer (GER) d [5] F Mayer (GER) 61 64 ORDER OF PLAY – SUNDAY > read more
Fed Cup Americas Zone Group I Results – Argentina Qualifies for World Group II Play-off
Published on 2011-02-05 15:15:16
AMERICAS ZONE GROUP I Venue: Tenis Club Argentino, Buenos Aires, Argentina (clay – outdoors) Date: 5 February PROMOTION PLAY-OFF Argentina defeated Colombia 3-0 Florencia Molinero (ARG) d. Catalina Castano (COL) 76(5) 61 Gisela Dulko (ARG) d. Mar > read more
Fed Cup Saturday Results for World Group and World Group II
Published on 2011-02-05 13:19:52
WORLD GROUP FIRST ROUND AUSTRALIA level with ITALY 1-1 Venue: Domain Tennis Centre, Hobart, AUS (hard – outdoors) Jarmila Groth (AUS) d. Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 67(4) 63 63 Flavia Pennetta (ITA) d. Samantha Stosur (AUS) 76(5) 67(5) 64 Samantha St > read more
Results – SA Tennis Open Johannesburg, South Africa
Published on 2011-02-05 12:59:13
ATP World Tour 250 Johannesburg, South Africa (+2 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – SATURDAY, 5 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Semi-finals [4] K Anderson (RSA) d [6] A Mannarino (FRA) 67(3) 60 64 S Devvarman (IN > read more
Fed Cup Asia/Oceania Zone Group I and II Saturday Results
Published on 2011-02-05 06:54:30
ASIA/OCEANIA ZONE GROUP I Venue: National Tennis Centre, Nonthaburi, Thailand (hard – outdoors) Date: 5 February PROMOTION PLAY-OFF Japan defeated Uzbekistan 3-0 Junri Namigata (JPN) d. Sabina Sharipova (UZB) 64 75 Ayumi Morita (JPN) d. Nigina Abdu > read more
Santiago Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-04 21:59:04
ATP World Tour 250 $ 398,250 ($ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Santiago, Chile (-3 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – FRIDAY, 4 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [7] F Fognini (ITA) d [3] T Bel > read more
Fed Cup Americas Zone Group I Results
Published on 2011-02-04 16:53:15
Here are the latest results from the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Americas Zone Group I event, taking place in Buenos Aires, Argentina on 2-5 February. In Americas Zone Group I, the winner of each pool will play off to decide which nation progresses to the > read more
Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group I Results
Published on 2011-02-04 16:46:31
Friday’s results from the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Europe/Africa Zone Group I event, taking place in Eilat, Israel on 2-5 February. Daily reports are available on the competition’s official websites: www.fedcup.com and www.fedcup.com/es In Saturday > read more
South African Tennis Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-04 15:34:09
ATP World Tour 250 $ 442,500 (€ 500,000 Total Financial Commitment) Johannesburg, South Africa (+2 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – FRIDAY, 4 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [4] K Anderson (R > read more
Zagreb Indoors Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-04 14:46:11
ATP World Tour 250 € 398,250 (€ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Zagreb, Croatia (+1 hours GMT) RESULTS – FRIDAY, 4 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Quarter-finals [5] F Mayer (GER) d [1] M Cilic (CRO) 63 64 I Dodig (CRO) d [2] I Ljubic > read more
Fed Cup:U.S. vs. Belgium – Notes and Quotes and Day 1 Preview
Published on 2011-02-04 10:30:54
United States vs. Belgium Fed Cup by BNP Paribas 2011 World Group Quarterfinal Sportpaleis * Antwerp, Belgium * February 5-6 The United States’ quest to reach the Fed Cup final for the third straight year begins at the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas W > read more
Fed Cup Draws for World Group and World Group II Ties
Published on 2011-02-04 08:30:46
The ITF has announced the draws for the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group and World Group II first round ties to be played on 5-6 February. Live scoring for all World Group and World Group II ties will be available on the Fed Cup website www.fe > read more
Fed Cup Asia/Oceania Zone Group I and II Friday results
Published on 2011-02-04 07:39:35
ASIA/OCEANIA ZONE GROUP I Venue: National Tennis Centre, Nonthaburi, Thailand (hard – outdoors) Date: 4 February GROUP A Uzbekistan defeated China, P.R. 3-0 Sabina Sharipova (UZB) d. Hao Chen Tang (CHN) 63 62 Nigina Abduraimova (UZB) d. Jing-Jing L > read more
Santiago Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-03 21:44:00
ATP World Tour 250 $ 398,250 ($ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Santiago, Chile (-3 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – THURSDAY, 3 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round H Zeballos (ARG) d [1] D Nalban > read more
“On the Call” with Andy Roddick on the Regions Morgan Keegan Championships in Memphis
Published on 2011-02-03 17:30:05
MEMPHIS, Tennessee – The Regions Morgan Keegan championship held a media conference call with World No. 8 Andy Roddick . This will be Roddick’s 11th consecutive year playing Memphis. Roddick took Memphis titles in 2002 and 2009. On his co > read more
Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group I Results
Published on 2011-02-03 16:45:13
EUROPE/AFRICA ZONE GROUP I Venue: Municipal Tennis Club, Eilat, Israel (hard – outdoors) Date: 3 February POOL A Switzerland defeated Denmark 2-1 Timea Bacsinszky (SUI) d. Karen Barbat (DEN) 60 61 Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Patty Schnyder (SUI) 63 > read more
Fed Cup Americas Zone Group I Results
Published on 2011-02-03 16:30:19
AMERICAS ZONE GROUP I Venue: Tenis Club Argentino, Buenos Aires, Argentina (clay – outdoors) Date: 3 February POOL A Paraguay defeated Argentina 2-1 Florencia Molinero (ARG) d. Montserrat González (PAR) 67(5) 61 63 Verónica Cepede Royg > read more
South African Tennis Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-03 15:53:39
ATP World Tour 250 $ 442,500 (€ 500,000 Total Financial Commitment) Johannesburg, South Africa (+2 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – THURSDAY, 3 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [4] K Anderson (R > read more
Sampras, Agassi, McEnroe and Lendl Getting Ready for BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden on February 28
Published on 2011-02-03 15:09:38
New York, New York – February 3, 2011 — With only weeks remaining before the much anticipated BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden, tennis legends Pete Sampras, Andre Agassi, John McEnroe and Ivan Lendl are in preparations for their resp > read more
Zagreb Indoors Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-03 14:25:52
ATP World Tour 250 € 398,250 (€ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Zagreb, Croatia (+1 hours GMT) RESULTS – THURSDAY, 3 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [2] I Ljubicic (CRO) d D Brands (GER) 62 63 [4] R Gasquet (FRA) d A Clem > read more
Tennis Channel to Air US vs Belgium Fed Cup Tie Feb 5-6
Published on 2011-02-03 10:14:01
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 3, 2011-Tennis Channel will provide exclusive coverage of the U.S. Fed Cup team’s first-round competition against Belgium in Antwerp, Belgium, this weekend, with comprehensive telecasts Saturday, Feb. 5, and Sunday, Feb. 6. Re > read more
Fed Cup Asia/Oceania Groups I and II Results
Published on 2011-02-03 06:42:49
The latest results from the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Asia/Oceania Zone Group I and Asia/Oceania Zone Group II events, taking place in Nonthaburi, Thailand on 2-5 February. Daily reports from Group I will be available on the competition’s official web > read more
Net Notes for February 2, 2011
Published on 2011-02-02 22:06:34
In the News: Serena Williams will participate in the “Nike Match of Champions” on March 8 at the Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon. Also playing in the showcase along with Williams will be Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Maria Shar > read more
Santiago Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-02 20:53:04
ATP World Tour 250 $ 398,250 ($ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Santiago, Chile (-3 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 2 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [3] T Bellucci (BRA) d R Macha > read more
Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group I Results
Published on 2011-02-02 17:37:14
Here are the latest results from the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Europe/Africa Zone Group I event, taking place in Eilat, Israel on 2-5 February. Daily reports will be available on the competition’s official websites: www.fedcup.com and www.fedcup.com/e > read more
Zagreb Indoors Tennis Tournament Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-02 16:45:40
ATP World Tour 250 € 398,250 (€ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Zagreb, Croatia (+1 hours GMT) RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 2 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [1] M Cilic (CRO) d I Kunitsyn (RUS) 76(3) 62 [3] G Garcia-Lopez (ESP) d > read more
Fed Cup Americas Zone Group I Results
Published on 2011-02-02 15:36:43
Here are latest results from the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Americas Zone Group I event, taking place in Buenos Aires, Argentina on 2-5 February. Daily reports from Group I will be available on the competition’s official websites: www.fedcup.com and ww > read more
South African Tennis Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-02 14:41:51
ATP World Tour 250 $ 442,500 (€ 500,000 Total Financial Commitment) Johannesburg, South Africa (+2 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 2 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – Second Round [WC] R de Voest ( > read more
Notes and Quotes from the US Pre-draw Fed Cup News Conference
Published on 2011-02-02 10:06:55
U.S. Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez When asked if she thinks Kim Clijsters will be tired this week after winning the Australian Open: ”I hope so. Kim had a fantastic Australian Open and is full of confidence. We’ll go out there, do our be > read more
Fed Cup Asia/Oceania Groups I and II Results
Published on 2011-02-02 07:44:42
The latest results from the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Asia/Oceania Zone Group I and Asia/Oceania Zone Group II events, taking place in Nonthaburi, Thailand on 2-5 February. Daily reports from Group I will be available on the competition’s official web > read more
Santiago Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-01 22:00:52
ATP World Tour 250 $ 398,250 ($ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Santiago, Chile (-3 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – TUESDAY, 1 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [1] D Nalbandian (ARG) d C Berloc > read more
Zagreb Indoors Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-01 16:17:24
ATP World Tour 250 € 398,250 (€ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Zagreb, Croatia (+1 hours GMT) RESULTS – TUESDAY, 1 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [7] P Petzschner (GER) d J Hajek (CZE) 63 63 I Kunitsyn (RUS) d J Pospisil > read more
South African Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-02-01 15:15:45
ATP World Tour 250 $ 442,500 (€ 500,000 Total Financial Commitment) Johannesburg, South Africa (+2 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – TUESDAY, 1 FEBRUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [Q] M Raonic (CAN) d > read more
WTT Accepting Applications for Novo Nordisk Donnelly Awards
Published on 2011-02-01 14:16:36
NEW YORK, N.Y. (February 1, 2011) – Novo Nordisk is adding four more scholarships to WTT’s Novo Nordisk Donnelly Awards program, which supports youth tennis players with diabetes. The 2011 program will grant $25,000 in scholarships, inc > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – All Is Not Quiet On The Weston Front – More Tales From The Wild USA F3 Futures
Published on 2011-02-01 09:04:22
Editorial note: yes, I realize this is very late, and I’m way behind. But I think some tales need telling, regardless of when they’re told. I’m here to chronicle and celebrate, after all, and I’d rather give you a fully drawn picture of th > read more
Santiago Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-01-31 21:15:14
ATP World Tour 250 $ 398,250 ($ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Santiago, Chile (-3 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard MONDAY, 31 JANUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [3] T Bellucci (BRA) d F Volandri (ITA) 62 62 [4] > read more
South African Open Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-01-31 16:36:27
ATP World Tour 250 $ 442,500 (€ 500,000 Total Financial Commitment) Johannesburg, South Africa (+2 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard RESULTS – MONDAY, 31 JANUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [WC] R de Voest (RSA > read more
Zagreb Indoors Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-01-31 15:25:21
ATP World Tour 250 € 398,250 (€ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Zagreb, Croatia (+1 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 RESULTS – MONDAY, 31 JANUARY, 2011 Singles – First Round [5] F Mayer (GER) d [WC] F Skugor (CRO) 36 > read more
USTA Awards $45,000 in USTA Wheelchair Program Grants
Published on 2011-01-31 13:11:46
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 31, 2011 – The USTA announced today that it is awarding $45,000 in USTA Grassroots Wheelchair Program Grants to 21 wheelchair tennis programs across the country for the third consecutive year. Grants were awarded to loca > read more
Henrik Wiersholm Becomes First American Boy to Win Les Petits As Since 2005
Published on 2011-01-31 11:33:16
Henrik Wiersholm, a 13-year-old from Kirkland, Wash., captured the boys’ singles title at Les Petits As in Tarbes, France, on Sunday, defeating Bogdan Borza of Romania 6-2, 5-7, 6-3, to become the first American boy to win the prestigious 14 and un > read more
Tennis Channel to Air The Regions Morgan Keegan Championships & Cellular South Cup Tournaments
Published on 2011-01-31 11:05:55
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Regions Morgan Keegan Championships & Cellular South Cup, the combined indoor men’s and women’s professional event, announced today that the 2011 tournament, to be played February 13-20 at Racquet Club of Me > read more
WTA Top Ten Feature Players From 10 Different Countries
Published on 2011-01-31 08:40:34
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), the global leader in women’s professional sport, announced today that for the first time in its history, the Top 10 rankings will feature ten players from ten different countries around > read more
Frankie, You’re My Hero
Published on 2011-01-31 07:30:18
The sun has set on another Australian Open and most fans will remember Kim Clijsters and Novak Djokovic for taking home the singles championship hardware for 2011. For me, the heart of this Melbourne fortnight belonged to a 5′ 5 ½” Ita > read more
Santiago Order of Play for January 31, 2011
Published on 2011-01-30 15:25:47
ATP World Tour 250 $ 398,250 ($ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Santiago, Chile (-3 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 31 JANUARY, 2011 CANCHA CENTRAL start 2:00 pm F Volandri (ITA) vs [3] T > read more
South African Open Order of Play for January 31, 2011
Published on 2011-01-30 15:16:46
ATP World Tour 250 $ 442,500 (€ 500,000 Total Financial Commitment) Johannesburg, South Africa (+2 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Hard ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 31 JANUARY, 2011 CENTRE COURT start 12:00 noon K Be > read more
Zagreb Indoors Order of Play for January 31, 2011
Published on 2011-01-30 15:01:55
ATP World Tour 250 € 398,250 (€ 450,000 Total Financial Commitment) Zagreb, Croatia (+1 hours GMT) 31 January – 6 February, 2011 Surface: Indoor Hard ORDER OF PLAY - MONDAY, 31 JANUARY, 2011 CENTRE COURT start 10:30 am Qualifying ̵ > read more
Novak Djokovic Captures Second Australian Open Championship
Published on 2011-01-30 06:30:27
January 30, 2011- Melbourne, Australia – World No. 3 Novak Djokovic won his second Australian Open and major title by defeating No. 5 Andy Murray 6-4, 6-2, 6-3. The win came on the heels of Djokovic leading Serbia to last year’s Davis Cup > read more
Australian Open Results and Schedule of Play
Published on 2011-01-29 07:45:37
Results for January 29, 2011 Women’s Singles – Final Kim Clijsters(BEL)[3] def. Na Li(CHN)[9] 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 Men’s Doubles – Final Bob Bryan(USA)[1] /Mike Bryan(USA)[1] def def. Mahesh Bhupathi(IND)[3] / Leander Paes(IND)[3] 6-3, 6-4 > read more
Bryan Brothers Hit Double Digits in Majors
Published on 2011-01-29 07:15:19
January 29, 2011 – Melbourne, Australia – Bob and Mike Bryan of the United States have captured their 10th major title with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over India’s Mahesh Bhupati and Leander Paes in the men’s doubles final of the Australian Open. M > read more
“Aussie Kim” Wins 2011 Australian Open
Published on 2011-01-29 06:36:29
January 29, 2011 – Melbourne, Australia – Kim Clijsters of Belgium has finally claimed a piece of “Grand Slam” hardware not marked “US Open Championships.” Clijsters defeated China’s Li Na 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 t > read more
Dunlop Lets Fans Design Their Own Racquet on Facebook
Published on 2011-01-28 11:58:32
GREENVILLE, SC, January 28, 2011 – Dunlop announces a first-ever Facebook application that allows fans to design their own Biomimetic tennis racket. The application gives all Dunlop Facebook friends the ability to color, place logos, and add text t > read more
Andy Murray vs Novak Djokovic – Head to Heads – Records and Racquets
Published on 2011-01-28 11:36:03
Head-to-head: Djokovic leads 4-3 2006 AMS Madrid Hard (I) R16 Djokovic 16 75 63 2007 AMS Indian Wells Hard (O) SF Djokovic 62 63 2007 AMS Miami Hard ( > read more
Tale of the Tape – Li Na vs. Kim Clijsters
Published on 2011-01-28 10:53:29
Li Na vs Kim Clijsters Li Na Kim Clijsters 2 Head to Head 4 4 Career Singles Titles 40 11-0 2011 Record 10-1 1999 Turned Pro 1997 Babolat Pure Drive GT Racquet Babolat Pure Drive GT Nike Shoes and Clothing Fila 11 Ranking 3 12/1 Australian Open- Sets > read more
Tennis Channel to Air Signature Series: Vitas Gerulaitis
Published on 2011-01-28 10:10:21
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28, 2011 – Tennis Channel will take viewers into the remarkable life and career of one of the most notable – and notorious – stars of tennis’ “Golden Era” with Signature Series: Vitas Gerulaitis. > read more
Elena Dementieva and Elena Likhovtseva Play in Tennis Stars for Children
Published on 2011-01-28 09:13:47
Moscow, Russia (January 28, 2011) – Russian women’s tennis legends Elena Dementieva and Elena Likhovtseva took part in “Tennis Stars for Children,” an exhibition mixed doubles match at the Tennis Palace Central Sports Club of Army (CSKA) on J > read more
Australian Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-01-28 08:37:15
Results Friday, January 28, 2011 Women’s Doubles – Final (1) Dulko/Pennetta (ARG/ITA) d. (12) Azarenka/Kirilenko (BLR/RUS) 26 75 61 Men’s Singles – Semi-finals [5] A Murray (GBR) d [7] D Ferrer (ESP) 46 76(2) 61 76(2) Schedule of Play > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – Kudla vs. Sock in Weston
Published on 2011-01-27 22:59:53
January 27, 2011 – Weston, Florida – On a beautiful sunny and mild morning on Thursday, I began the day very excited to see Jack Sock vs. Denis Kudla Part IV. Part I, of course, was their semi-classic windblown US Open juniors final, whic > read more
Dunlop Sports Returns as Presenting Sponsor of 10th Annual SMASH Junior Cup
Published on 2011-01-27 15:04:52
CHARLESTON, SC (January 27, 2011) – The 10th annual SMASH Junior Cup presented by Dunlop Sports, one of only two junior tennis tournaments in America to offer top players the opportunity to compete for a wildcard invitation into a WTA Premier Event > read more
Australian Open – Results and Order of Play
Published on 2011-01-27 09:03:00
Results for Thursday, January 27, 2011 Singles - Semifinals (9) Li Na (CHN) d. (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 36 75 63 (3) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) 63 63 Singles – Semi-finals [3] N Djokovic (SRB) vs [2] R Federer (SUI) 76 > read more
Peachy Kellmeyer to be Inducted to the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Published on 2011-01-27 03:20:05
NEWPORT, R.I., USA, January 27, 2011 – Fern Lee “Peachy” Kellmeyer, who was the very first employee and director of the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) in 1973 and still serves the organization today, has been elected for induction to the In > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – Wild, Wild, Weston USA F3
Published on 2011-01-26 17:28:46
Sunday January 23 – Tuesday, January 25 After the Tamarac finals on Sunday, I make my way over to Weston for the continuing qualifying action, and things are wilder than ever. Most matches are in their end stages, and there are many quick spect > read more
The BNP Paribas Open Fields to Feature Top Three Players from Both Tours
Published on 2011-01-26 13:28:22
Indian Wells, Calif., January 26, 2011 – With the Australian Open concluding this weekend, the next major stop on the tennis calendar will be the BNP Paribas Open, the most-attended tennis tournament outside of the Grand Slams. Once again the tourn > read more
Top American Junior Beatrice Capra Signs Letter of Intent to Play at Duke University
Published on 2011-01-26 12:51:18
Beatrice Capra, an 18-year-old from Ellicott City, Md., has signed a letter of intent to play collegiately at Duke University this fall. Capra gained national media attention last summer when she won a USTA Wild Card Playoff to gain entry into the > read more
US Open National Playoffs to Return in 2011; Mixed Doubles to be Added
Published on 2011-01-26 11:28:19
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 26, 2011 – The USTA announced today the return of the US Open National Playoffs which in 2011 will now include mixed doubles in addition to men’s and women’s singles. Last year, the USTA created the US Open National > read more
HBO SPORTS® Documentary McEnroe/Borg: Fire & Ice to Debut in May
Published on 2011-01-26 11:14:59
NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2011 — HBO Sports has begun production on a documentary about tennis legends John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg, who forged an unforgettable rivalry on the court during their championship years of the ‘70s and ‘80s, it was announced > read more
Fed Cup by BNP Paribas 5-6 February Team Nominations
Published on 2011-01-26 09:56:45
The ITF has announced the team nominations for the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group and World Group II first round ties to be played on 5-6 February. Live scoring for all World Group and World Group II ties will be available on the Fed Cup web > read more
Justine Henin Announces Retirement
Published on 2011-01-26 09:36:36
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – Tennis champion Justine Henin announced her retirement from professional tennis due to a career-ending elbow injury that has forced the Belgian to hang up her racquet. One of the WTA’s greatest players and a seven-time Gr > read more
Prince Extends Partnership with Vera Zvonareva
Published on 2011-01-26 09:26:27
January 26, 2011 - Bordentown, NJ – Prince is proud to officially announce the extended equipment partnership with the current No. 2 ranked woman in the world, and top-ranked Russian player, Vera Zvonareva. Zvonareva made the switch to her current > read more
Australian Open Schedule for Day 11- January 27, 2011
Published on 2011-01-26 05:49:25
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 11: Thursday, 27 January 2011 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Men’s Doubles – Semifinals Bob Bryan (USA)[1] v. Eric Butorac (USA) Mike Bryan (USA)[1] Jean-Julien Rojer (AHO) Not Before:1:30 PM > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 10
Published on 2011-01-26 05:40:38
Wednesday, January 26, 2011 Women Singles - Quarterfinals (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (25) Petra Kvitova (CZE) 62 64 (3) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. (12) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) 63 76(4) Doubles – Semifinals (1) Dulko/Pennetta (ARG/ITA) d. (3) Hu > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open Quarterfinals
Published on 2011-01-26 05:00:17
0-15 Rafa Slam is History An injury to his inner hamstring in the first set hampered Rafael Nadal’s movement, that along with David Ferrer’s smart aggressive play ended the quest of the “Rafa Slam.’ Final score – Ferre > read more
“On the Call” with US Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez
Published on 2011-01-25 16:30:05
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – January 25, 2011- The United States Tennis Association held a media conference call with US Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez as she named the team set to face-off against Belgium In February. The US team will consis > read more
US Names Mattek-Sands, Oudin, King and Huber to Fed Cup Team to face Belgium
Published on 2011-01-25 16:15:02
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 25, 2011 — The USTA and U.S. Fed Cup Captain Mary Joe Fernandez announced today that her core group of Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Melanie Oudin, and former world No. 1 doubles player Liezel Huber will be joined by 2010 U > read more
USTA Serves Awards Grants to 33 Organizations
Published on 2011-01-25 15:04:04
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 25, 2011 – USTA Serves, the National Charitable Foundation of the United States Tennis Association, announced today that it has awarded 33 year-end grants totaling $420,650. The number of program grants awarded in 2010 w > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 9
Published on 2011-01-25 07:47:29
Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Singles - Quarterfinals (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (6) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) 36 63 63 (9) Li Na (CHN) d. (30) Andrea Petkovic (GER) 62 64 Doubles – Quarterfinals (1) Dulko/Pennetta (ARG/ITA) d. Grandin/Uhliro > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 10 – January 26, 2011
Published on 2011-01-24 22:40:32
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 10: Wednesday, 26 January 2011 SINGLES ONLY Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals Petra Kvitova (CZE)[25] v. Vera Zvonareva (RUS)[2] Not Before:12:30 PM 2. Women’ > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 8
Published on 2011-01-24 08:14:55
Monday, January 24, 2011 Women Singles - Fourth Round (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Iveta Benesova (CZE) 64 61 (3) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. Ekaterina Makarova (RUS) 76(3) 62 (12) Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) d. Peng Shuai (CHN) 75 36 75 (25) Petra Kvitova > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 8
Published on 2011-01-24 08:08:58
15-0 Beatdown of the Day Murray masters Melzer. Andy Murray destroyed Jurgen Melzer 6-3, 6-1, 6-1 to advance to the quarterfinals where he’ll face newcomer Alexandr Dolgopolov. 15-15 No Wozniacki Media Pranks Today 30-15 The Clock has Struck Mi > read more
Fed Cup Zone Group I draws
Published on 2011-01-24 07:37:52
The draws for two Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Zone Group I events, Europe/Africa and Asia/Oceania (2-5 February), were made on Monday at the ITF office in London. Daily reports will be available on the competition’s official websites: www.fedcup.com and > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 9 – January 25, 2011
Published on 2011-01-23 23:40:49
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 9: Tuesday, 25 January 2011 SINGLES ONLY Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals Andrea Petkovic (GER)[30] v. Na Li (CHN)[9] Not Before:12:30 PM 2. Men’s Singles & > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – The British Are Coming! USA F2 Futures Final Report From Tamarac
Published on 2011-01-23 20:00:37
TAMARAC, FL – Januaary -23, 2011 -I’m not sure what Paul Revere would’ve made of the USA F2 Futures finals in Tamarac, FL, were he alive today. If he had shouted, “The British are coming!” he’d have likely been shushed ’cause – yo > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 7
Published on 2011-01-23 06:48:28
Sunday, January 23, 2011 Singles - Fourth Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) 63 64 (6) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (23) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 64 16 1614 (9) Li Na (CHN) d. (8) Victoria Azarenka (BLR) 63 63 (30) And > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 7
Published on 2011-01-23 06:33:26
15-0 No Djoke Novak Djokovic is just cruising through the draw. On Saturday he advanced to the quarterfinals with a 6-3, 6-4, 6-0 win over Nicolas Almagro. 15-15 Agony of De-feet He may have had some foot trouble, but Fernando Verdasco was no m > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 8 – January 22, 2011
Published on 2011-01-22 22:52:13
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 7: Monday, January 24 SINGLES ONLY Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Men’s Singles – 4th Round Robin Soderling (SWE)[4] v. Alexandr Dolgopolov (UKR) 2. Men’s Singles – 4th Round Jurge > read more
A Quick “On the Call” with Milos Raonic
Published on 2011-01-22 19:32:03
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – January 23, 2011 – Following his third round win over World No. 10 Mikhail Youzhny in Melbourne, Tennis Canada held a media conference call on Sunday morning (Saturday evening in the United States) for Milos Rao > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – Tamarac Semis
Published on 2011-01-22 19:01:13
TAMARA, FL – The day started off overcast, blustery and chilly as the USA F2 Tamarac 10K semifinals kicked off in the form of unseeded American qualifier Phillip Simmonds, a former Australian Open junior doubles champ, meeting the third-seeded > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – Tamarac Quarterfinals
Published on 2011-01-22 09:08:34
TAMARAC, FL – Januray 21 - Phillip Simmonds USA d David Souto VEN 7-6(3) 6-3: The 18-year-old Venezuelan is a big, lefty beast, more growling than grunting with every viciously topspun shot. Unfortunately for me, my 2011 Player To Watch prospe > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 6
Published on 2011-01-22 07:30:44
15-0 Oh Canada! Milos Raonic continues his run in Oz , stunning No. 10 Mikhail Youzhny of Russia 6-4, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4 to become the first Canadian man in 12 years to reach the fourth round of a major. 15- 15 Stosur is Czeched Out Petra Kvitova pr > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 6
Published on 2011-01-22 06:57:45
Saturday, January 22, 2011 Women Singles – Third Round (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. (31) Lucie Safarova (CZE) 63 76(9) (3) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. Alizé Cornet (FRA) 76(3) 63 (25) Petra Kvitova (CZE) d. (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) 76(5) 63 (22) Fl > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 7 – January 22, 2011
Published on 2011-01-21 22:43:31
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 7: Sunday, 23 January 2011-Singles Only Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 4th Round Caroline Wozniacki (DEN)[1] v. Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) 2. Women’s Singles – 4t > read more
From Tennis Canada: Raonic Defeats World No. 10 Youzhny in Melbourne
Published on 2011-01-21 22:35:11
Montreal, Canada – Friday January 21, 2011 – Milos Raonic continued his remarkable run at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Saturday, becoming the first Canadian man in 12 years to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam. Two days after defeatin > read more
“Hello Chris from Florida”
Published on 2011-01-21 14:47:29
Tennis Channel aired No. 1 singles player Caroline Wozniacki’s third-round victory at the Australian Open Thursday night. During the prime-time match, announcer Bill Macatee fielded a viewer text question from a “Chris in Florida,” > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 6 – January 21, 2011
Published on 2011-01-21 07:48:55
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 6: Saturday, 22 January 2011 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 3rd Round Lucie Safarova (CZE)[31] v. Vera Zvonareva (RUS)[2] 2. Men’s Singles – 3rd Round Guillermo G > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 5
Published on 2011-01-21 07:47:52
Friday, January 21, 2011 Singles – Third Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. (29) Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) 64 63 (30) Andrea Petkovic (GER) d. (4) Venus Williams (USA) 10 ret. (6) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Monica Niculescu (ROU) 60 76(2) ( > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 5
Published on 2011-01-21 07:41:15
0-15 Streak Ends Venus Williams’ streak of consecutive major tournament matches without a retirement has ended at 257. Williams was forced to retire from her match with Andrea Petkovic with a pelvic muscle injury she sustained in her previous match > read more
On the Road with Challenger Tennis – This Week Tamarac and Weston
Published on 2011-01-20 17:55:01
If you are tennis fan who is savvy about the Challengers and Futures circuits then you probably know him. Most know him as @Challenger10s on twitter. He also runs the Challenger Tennis website. “JJ ” is on the road covering the Challenger > read more
Game, Set, Rock! Tennis to Feature McEnroe, Evert and Navratilova Exhibition
Published on 2011-01-20 15:43:24
CHARLESTON, SC (January 20, 2011) – The Family Circle Cup and InsideOut Sports + Entertainment announce the return of Game, Set, Rock! Tennis. Amplified presented by Dove, an evening of music and tennis entertainment featuring John McEnroe, Chr > read more
Eight New Junior Development Programs Named USTA Certified Regional Training Centers
Published on 2011-01-20 14:00:05
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 20, 2011 – USTA Player Development announced today that eight junior development programs in six states have been named USTA Certified Regional Training Centers as part of its continuing effort to develop the next genera > read more
Andre Agassi to be Inducted to the International Tennis Hall of Fame in July
Published on 2011-01-20 13:55:49
NEWPORT, R.I., USA, January 20, 2010 – Andre Agassi, a former world No. 1 and one of the most revered athletes in the world, will receive the highest honor available in the sport of tennis, induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. > read more
Americans Stefan Kozlov, Henrik Wiersholm to meet in AEGON Junior International Singles Final
Published on 2011-01-20 13:37:01
Stefan Kozlov, a 12-year-old from Pembroke Pines, Fla., and Henrik Wiersholm, a 13-year-old from Kirkland, Wash., reached the singles final today at the AEGON Junior International in Bolton, England, the first of two premier international junior tour > read more
Blake, Karlovic, Stepanek and Tipsarevic Added to 2011 Delray Beach ATP World Tour Field
Published on 2011-01-20 11:21:15
DELRAY BEACH, FL (January 20, 2011) – Former Delray Beach International Tennis Championships (ITC) champions Xavier Malisse, Kei Nishikori and Ricardo Mello, along with 2010 runnerup Ivo Karlovic and 2007/2008 runnerup James Blake have signed u > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 5 – January 21, 2011
Published on 2011-01-20 07:05:40
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 5: Friday, 21 January 2011 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 3rd Round Caroline Wozniacki (DEN)[1] v. Dominika Cibulkova (SVK)[29] 2. Women’s Singles – 3rd Round Jus > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 4
Published on 2011-01-20 07:04:07
Thursday, January 20, 2011 Women Singles – Second Round (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Bojana Jovanovski (SRB) 26 63 61 (3) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) 61 63 (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. Vera Dushevina (RUS) 63 62 Peng Shuai > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 4
Published on 2011-01-20 06:59:40
15-0 Photo Op of the day…. Caroline Wozniacki plays cricket 30-15 Upsets of the day M Raonic (CAN) d [22] M Llodra (FRA) 76(3) 63 76(4) B Tomic (AUS) d [31] F Lopez (ESP) 76(4) 76(3) 63 R Berankis (LTU) d [27] D Nalbandian (ARG) 61 60 20 ret. (illn > read more
SAP Open Field to Include Del Potro, Verdasco, Monfils, Fish, Querrey, Hewitt, Blake, Haas and Nishikori
Published on 2011-01-19 17:00:21
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The SAP Open tournament in Northern California will boast a star-studded field which will include Juan Martin del Potro, Fernando Verdasco, Gael Monfils, Mardy Fish, Sam Querrey, Lleyton Hewitt, James Blake, Tommy Haas and Kei Ni > read more
USTA Names Teams for ITF Seniors World Team Championships
Published on 2011-01-19 14:31:06
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 19, 2011 – The USTA today announced the players who will represent the United States at the 31st ITF Seniors World Team Championships. The event is the senior tennis equivalent of the Davis Cup and Fed Cup, with the top > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 3
Published on 2011-01-19 08:07:34
0-15 Death of a Pioneer © McManus Family from ATPWorldTour.com The ATP reported the death of Jim McManus a former player and a founding father of the men’s tour. He was a part of the original ATP board of directors. McManus passed away on Tu > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 3
Published on 2011-01-19 07:33:24
Australian Open Results for Day 3 Wednesday, January 19, 2011 Women Singles – Second Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Vania King (USA) 61 60 (4) Venus Williams (USA) d. Sandra Zahlavova (CZE) 67(6) 60 64 (6) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Re > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 4 – January 20, 2011
Published on 2011-01-18 20:56:38
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 4: January 20, 2011 Show Courts Only Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 2nd Round Carla Suarez Navarro (ESP) v. Kim Clijsters (BEL)[3] 2. Men’s Singles – 2nd Round Ra > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 2
Published on 2011-01-18 08:40:28
15-0 Fans of the Day 15-15 Serving Bakery Items Today Bagel maker of the day goes to Kim Clijsters who served a pair to Dinara Safina – 6-0, 6-0 in 44 minutes. Others serving bagels, breadsticks (1) and Stella D’oros (2): [1] R Nadal (ESP > read more
2011 Australian Open Day 3 Men’s Notes
Published on 2011-01-18 08:40:11
Featured matches for January 19 No. 2 Roger Federer (SUI) v Gilles Simon (FRA) No. 3 Novak Djokovic (SRB) v Ivan Dodig (CRO) No. 6 Tomas Berdych (CZE) v Philipp Kohlschreiber (GER) No. 8 Andy Roddick (USA) v Igor Kunitsyn (RUS) No. 9 Fernando Verdasc > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 2
Published on 2011-01-18 08:34:16
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 Women Singles – First Round (2) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Sybille Bammer (AUT) 62 61 (3) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. Dinara Safina (RUS) 60 60 (5) Samantha Stosur (AUS) d. (WC) Lauren Davis (USA) 61 61 (7) Jelena Jankovic (SR > read more
Australian Open 2011 Show Courts Schedule for Day 3 – January 19, 2011
Published on 2011-01-17 22:23:19
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 3 : January 19, 2011 Show Courts only Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 2nd Round Justine Henin (BEL)[11] v. Elena Baltacha (GBR) 2. Men’s Singles – 2nd Round Andy R > read more
Australian Open Results for Day 1
Published on 2011-01-17 08:34:22
Results for Monday, January 17, 2011 Women Singles – First Round (1) Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) d. Gisela Dulko (ARG) 63 64 (4) Venus Williams (USA) d. Sara Errani (ITA) 63 62 (6) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. Arantxa Parra Santonja (ESP) 67(4) 62 > read more
2011 Australian Open Day 2 Men’s Notes
Published on 2011-01-17 08:00:16
Tuesday 18 January First Round Top Half Featured matches No. 1 Rafael Nadal (ESP) v Marcos Daniel (BRA) No. 4 Robin Soderling (SWE) v Potito Starace (ITA) No. 5 Andy Murray (GBR) v Karol Beck (SVK) No. 7 David Ferrer (ESP) v Jarkko Nieminen (FIN) No. > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Scoreboard for the Australian Open – Day 1
Published on 2011-01-17 05:00:23
15-0 Welcome to the Australian Open 30-0 Court Hopping and Fans of the Day If you do not have access to ESPN3.com, then do your best to get it – access to the Australian Open livestreams – a total seven courts to choose to view! Australia > read more
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 2 – January 18 2011
Published on 2011-01-16 21:29:42
Australian Open 2011 Schedule for Day 2: Tuesday, 18 January 2011 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women’s Singles – 1st Round Sybille Bammer (AUT) v. Vera Zvonareva (RUS)[2] 2. Men’s Singles – 1st Round Rafael Nadal (ES > read more
Australian Open Schedules for Tennis Channel, ESPN2 and ESPN3.com
Published on 2011-01-16 11:00:55
DATE ROUND TIME (all ET US) NETWORK Sunday, Jan. 16 Early-round play 6:30 p.m.-3 a.m. (Live) ESPN2 ESPN3.com Monday, Jan. 17 Early-round play 3-8 a.m. (Live) 3p.m.-6 p.m. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. (Live) ESPN2 ESPN3.com Monday, Jan. 17 Early-round play & Au > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis News Scoreboard – Week Ending January 16, 2011
Published on 2011-01-16 10:02:14
0-15 The floods in Australia and Brazil. ITF to Help Flood Victims in Australia and Brazil 15-15 Rally for Relief The “Rally for Relief ” exhibition raised almost two million dollars to aid the flood victims in the Queensland area of Aust > read more
Australian Open Contenders- Women’s Profiles – Fast Facts with Jack Cunniff
Published on 2011-01-16 08:50:38
Profiles of the top women contenders for the 2011 Australian Open as complied by special TPN contributor Jack Cunniff. For more fun with facts and stats, you can find Jack on twitter at @jrcunniff. Note: Grand Slam records for main draw matches only. > read more
Rally for Relief Raises More Than $1.8 million
Published on 2011-01-16 01:33:34
More than $1.8 million has been raised for the flood victims through Rally for Relief at Melbourne Park on Sunday. The tally is expected to top more than $2 million. Total attendance including the ticketed event inside Rod Laver Arena and crowds in G > read more
Wilson Exclusive Players Debut Apparel and Footwear at Australian Open
Published on 2011-01-15 22:14:41
The 2011 Australian Open will feature the growing list of Wilson Exclusive players, those playing in head to toe Wilson gear. In addition to their BLX tennis racquets, dozens of Wilson athletes will be debuting Wilson’s 2011 Apparel and Footwear. T > read more
ITF to Help Flood Victims in Australia and Brazil
Published on 2011-01-15 18:51:58
The ITF Board of Directors has announced today that, in consultation with Tennis Australia and Tennis Queensland, it will donate a minimum of US$25,000 to assist in rebuilding tennis facilities that have been damaged or destroyed due to the devastati > read more
Australian Open Contender Profiles – Fast Facts with Jack Cunniff
Published on 2011-01-15 08:52:20
Profiles of the top male contenders for the 2011 Australian Open as complied by special TPN contributor Jack Cunniff. For more fun with facts and stats, you can find Jack on twitter at @jrcunniff. Note: Grand Slam records for main draw matches only. > read more
Australian Open Facts and Figures – Preview and First Round Head-to-Heads From the ITF
Published on 2011-01-15 07:30:11
2011 AUSTRALIAN OPEN Men’s Tournament Preview This is the 99th edition of the Australian Championships, which began in 1905, as well as being the 43rd Australian Open and the 172nd Grand Slam tournament of the Open Era. Melbourne Park hosts the tou > read more
Delray Beach ITC – Survivor II Pre-Qualifying Tournament
Published on 2011-01-14 13:30:22
DELRAY BEACH, FL (www.YellowTennisBall.com) – The Delray Beach International Tennis Championships (ITC) is offering one last chance for any tennis player wanting his shot at an ATP World Tour field that includes Andy Roddick, Juan Martin del Po > read more
USTA Eastern Announces Honorees for 2011 Junior Awards Luncheon
Published on 2011-01-14 12:47:44
White Plains, NY – On Jan. 29, USTA Eastern will recognize 22 outstanding students for their sportsmanship and their appreciation of Arthur Ashe’s legacy at the section’s 2011 Junior Awards Luncheon. The luncheon, which begins at noon, will be > read more
Five Questions with Ana Ivanovic Before the Australian Open
Published on 2011-01-14 08:30:01
Melbourne, Australia – January 14, 2011 – Ana Ivanovic took time out to answer a few questions for Tennis Panorama News. Ivanovic, along with coaches from the adidas development program were at the Albert Reserve Tennis Centre in Melbourne > read more
Ivanovic Helps adidas Launch Adizero Shoes
Published on 2011-01-14 08:27:04
Melbourne, Australia – With the Australian Open due to begin on January 17, adidas launched a new promotion featuring Ana Ivanovic, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Fernando Verdasco, who had their ultra-light Adizero shoes “stolen.” Fans were given > read more
Net Notes for January 14, 2011
Published on 2011-01-14 08:26:02
In the News: The Australian Open singles draws have been made. Australian Open Singles Draws (Without Qualifiers) Li Na defeated Kim Clijsters to capture the Sydney tournament 7-6, 6-3. Na overcame a 0-5 deficit in the first set. Tennis Channel To Ai > read more
Australian Open Singles Draws (Without Qualifiers)
Published on 2011-01-13 19:11:05
Photo by Ben Solomon from AustralianOpen.com The Australian Open singles draws were held on Friday at Melbourne. Ivan Lendl and Alicia Molik were on hand to assist with the draws and provide commentary. Women’s Singles Draw without Qualifiers Car > read more
Tennis Channel To Air “Rally for Relief”
Published on 2011-01-13 15:47:15
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 13, 2011 -Tennis Channel will pre-empt its regularly scheduled programming on Saturday January 15, at 10:00 pm ET/7:00 pm PT, to air Rally for Relief – a special exhibition being held in Melbourne to raise money for victims of > read more
HEAD launches New YouTekTM Speed Series Racquets
Published on 2011-01-13 12:24:17
HEAD presents the second generation of YouTekTM Speed racquets, which again has been developed with and for world No. 3 player Novak Djokovic. The new YouTek™ IG Speed Series combines YouTekTM, d3o™, with HEAD’s new Innegra™ fiber technol > read more
World TeamTennis Pro League Season to Begin July 4th
Published on 2011-01-13 10:57:14
New York, N.Y. (January 13, 2011) — The 36th season of the World TeamTennis Pro League presented by GEICO begins on Monday, July 4, with 73 matches played between July 4-24. The League announced dates today for the 2011 season as well as the tw > read more
Maria Sharapova Enters Family Circle Cup
Published on 2011-01-13 09:48:42
Charleston, SC (January 13, 2011) – Former World No. 1 and three-time Grand Slam Champion Maria Sharapova has officially entered the 2011 Family Circle Cup. Sharapova enters this WTA Tour Premier Event player field currently ranked No. 16 after p > read more
Roddick, Verdasco, Monfils, Fish and Isner to Headline Memphis Tourney
Published on 2011-01-13 08:45:03
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Regions Morgan Keegan Championships announced today the list of players who will be in the 2011 singles field of players. Included are players representing 18 countries: USA, Argentina, Spain, France, Uzbekistan, Germany, A > read more
Net Notes for January 13, 2011
Published on 2011-01-13 08:30:38
In the News: Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Kim Clijsters, Sam Stosur, Lleyton Hewitt, Novak Djokovic, and Pat Rafter will headline Rally for Relief at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday. Monies raised will benefit Australia’s flood victims. Seeds Are S > read more
WTA Tennis Meets Entertainment with New Show “Hot Shots”
Published on 2011-01-13 07:40:57
MELBOURNE, Australia, January 13th 2011 – Sony Ericsson announced the launch of Xperia™ Hot Shots, an exciting new-format entertainment show to be streamed online and on mobile handsets. The series, airing from March, will follow the lives of six > read more
2010 Finalist Sam Querrey Joins River Oaks Field
Published on 2011-01-13 07:00:22
HOUSTON – Last year’s finalist at the US Men’s Clay Court Championship, Sam Querrey, has the field for the 2011 event April 4-10 at River Oaks Country Club. Querrey joins fellow American Mardy Fish in the singles field while three-time cham > read more
Rally for Relief to Aid Flood Victims
Published on 2011-01-12 22:10:22
The superstars of world tennis will gather on Sunday afternoon in Melbourne for a special exhibition to raise money for the victims of Australia’s flood disaster. Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Kim Clijsters, Sam Stosur, Lleyton Hewitt, Novak Djokovi > read more
Seeds Are Set for the Australian Open
Published on 2011-01-12 19:38:27
Heading up the men’s seeds is world No.1 and nine time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal, while World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki is the top seed in the women’s draw. The full list of men’s and women’s singles seeds are: Men’s seeds 1 > read more
Prince to Launch New EXO3 Performance Racquets
Published on 2011-01-12 09:40:48
Prince has officially announced the new performance racquets for 2011. The new Prince EXO3 Tour family will make its debut at fine tennis retail establishments nationwide starting January 17. Three EXO3 Tour models (EXO3 Tour 100 (1618 > read more
Net Notes for January 12, 2011
Published on 2011-01-12 08:50:05
In the News: Possible Australian Open charity event for the flood victims in Australia? Roger Federer posted the following on his Facebook page: “The floods here in Australia are devastating! I am on my way to practice now and am going to speak > read more
GAME ON – ATP Unveils New Advertising Campaign Featuring World’s Top Tennis Stars
Published on 2011-01-12 07:17:57
LONDON – The ATP has unveiled a new advertising campaign to mark the start of the 2011 ATP World Tour season. Featuring superstars such as Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and Andy Roddick, “GAME ON” captures the raw > read more
“On The Call” with US Davis Cup Captain Jim Courier
Published on 2011-01-11 17:40:30
WHITE PLAINS, NY – The former No.1 Jim Courier held his first media conference call as the US Davis Cup Captain. It was too early for an official team announcement in regard to the March 4-6 World Group match-up with Chile in Santiago, Courier pr > read more
2011 USTA Pro Circuit Season-Opener at Plantation Open
Published on 2011-01-11 17:36:48
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 11, 2011 – The USTA announced that the 32nd season of the USTA Pro Circuit began today with the Plantation Open, a combined men’s and women’s clay court event in Plantation, Fla. In total, the 2011 USTA Pro Circuit w > read more
USTA Awards $450,000 in Recreational Tennis Grants
Published on 2011-01-11 10:08:02
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., January 11, 2011 – The USTA announced that it has awarded more than $450,000 in Recreational Tennis Grants to 22 non-profit organizations across the country. The grants are awarded to non-profit organizations that are committed > read more
Net Notes for January 11, 2011
Published on 2011-01-11 09:01:13
In the News: World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki along with No. 2 Vera Zvonareva and No. 6 Samantha Stosur were all second round victims in Sydney. Wozniacki was stunned by Dominika Cibulkova. Zvonareva was upset by Flavia Penetta. Stosur was ousted by Sv > read more
Melanie Oudin to Lead Field at the Cellular South Cup in Memphis
Published on 2011-01-11 08:17:19
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Cellular South Cup has announced the list of players who will be in the 2011 singles field of players. Included are players representing 11 countries: USA, Australia, Russia, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Sweden, Hungary, > read more
Australian Open Qualifying to be Live Streamed
Published on 2011-01-11 06:54:26
In an Australian Open first the men’s and women’s qualifying tournaments will be streamed live in the final countdown to the year’s first Grand Slam, Australian Open 2011. Streaming will begin at 9.45am Melbourne time on Wednesday, January 12, > read more
Best of WTA 2011 Zagat® Guide Launched
Published on 2011-01-11 06:36:09
ST PETERSBURG, FL, USA – Dubai Duty Free, one of the world’s leading airport retailers, and the WTA unveiled today the newest edition of the annual Dubai Duty Free Best of The WTA 2011 Zagat® Guide, a must-have pocket guide to the best of sh > read more
Bernard Tomic, Carsten Ball, Sally Peers and Sophie Ferguson Awarded Australian Open Wildcards
Published on 2011-01-10 21:52:20
Bernard Tomic,Carsten Ball, Sally Peers and Sophie Ferguson have been granted the final wildcards into the main draw of Australian Open 2011. Eighteen-year-old Tomic put his precocious talent on display this week, winning three tough rounds to qualif > read more
Two-Week Australian Open Coverage Begins Sunday on ESPN2
Published on 2011-01-10 12:51:16
Tennis’ first Grand Slam of the year will again keep fans up late for the action down under as ESPN2 HD and ESPN3.com again present live daily marathons of late-night action from Australian Open 2011 presented by Franklin Templeton Investments from > read more
Tennis Channel Announces Australian Open Schedule; Davenport to Join Navratilova, Bill Macatee in Melbourne Coverage
Published on 2011-01-10 12:40:00
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 10, 2011 -Tennis Channel has extended its on-air relationships with two stars who both got the most out of their time on the court: Hall of Famer Martina Navratilova and multi-Slam champion and Olympic gold medalist Lindsay Davenpor > read more
Net Notes for January 10, 2011
Published on 2011-01-10 07:00:06
Match of the day Juan Martin Del Potro’s first match of the year is a three-hour plus battle with Spain’s Feliciano Lopez. The Argentine saved a match point in a 67(5) 76(9) 76(3) victory. Del Potro on his win: “I don’t expe > read more
Jetstar Signs On as WTA’s Official Airline Partner in Asia-Pacific
Published on 2011-01-10 06:26:27
ST. PETERSBURG, FL, USA – The WTA announced today that Jetstar (STOCK MARKET QAN), a fully owned subsidiary of Qantas operating out of Australia, Singapore, New Zealand and Vietnam will become its official airline partner in Asia-Pacific, effective > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis News Scoreboard – Week Ending January 9, 2011
Published on 2011-01-09 19:33:12
15-0 Walking on air water – the 2011 tennis season has begun! 15-15 Back on the bottom Fresh off of serving a shortened suspension for HGH possession, Wayne Odesnik will compete this week in a USTA Pro Circuit Futures event, the $10,000 Pla > read more
Australian Open Launches First Grand Slam iPad App
Published on 2011-01-09 19:18:11
The first Official Grand Slam tennis iPad application was launched today featuring the entire Australian Open Program alongside a live, digital dashboard. Produced in partnership with Tennis Australia and its technology partner IBM, the Australian Op > read more
Results and Schedules Round-up for January 9, 2011
Published on 2011-01-09 11:00:47
Auckland Order Of Play – Monday, January 10, 2011 CENTER COURT start 11:00 am Qualifying – P Riba (ESP) vs [WC] J Statham (NZL) S Giraldo (COL) vs D Gimeno-Traver (ESP) [WC] M Venus (NZL) vs T Robredo (ESP) [WC] M Daniell (NZL) / A Sitak > read more
Net Notes for January 8, 2011
Published on 2011-01-08 13:00:57
In the News: In Auckland, 31 year-old Hungarian Greta Arn stunned second seed Yanina Wickmayer 6-3 6-3 to win her second WTA title. Czech Petra Kvitova wins 6-1, 6-3 over German Andrea Petkovic to capture the Brisbane International tournament. > read more
Net Notes for January 7, 2011
Published on 2011-01-07 16:04:34
In the News: A visibly ailing Rafael Nadal was defeated by Nikolay Davydenko in the semis of the Qatar open 6-3, 6-2. In the final Davydenko will face Roger Federer who ousted Jo Wily Tsonga 6-3, 7-6 (2). Nadal won the doubles title with partner Ma > read more
Wilson Racquet Sports Rolls Out Social Media for the Australian Open
Published on 2011-01-07 15:46:08
Wilson Tennis is continuing to make strides in social media. In 2011 they will use an array of online outlets to get in touch with tennis players and fans around the world. With over 500 million active users, Facebook will play host to the Wilson > read more
Fed Cup Nominations for Asia/Oceania Zone Group I and II, and Americas Zone Group I
Published on 2011-01-07 10:53:24
The ITF has announced the team nominations for the 2011 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Asia/Oceania Group I and II, and Americas Group I zonal competitions that will take place during the week of 31 January. Results and reports from the events will be availa > read more
Top Eight 14-and-Under US Juniors Named to Compete in Events in Europe
Published on 2011-01-06 17:40:51
The USTA has announced the eight top American juniors selected to represent the United States in two 14-and-under events in Europe in January- the AEGON Junior International, in Bolton, England, 17-23, and Les Petits As, held in Tarbes, France, 2 > read more
Australian Open Comes to Bondi Beach
Published on 2011-01-06 17:00:07
Following a successful stop during the Australian Open Trophy Tour, Bondi Beach will get an even bigger taste of tennis this summer with the Australian Open Live Site. From the 26th to the 30th of January, the Australian landmark will showcase all of > read more
Net Notes for January 6, 2011
Published on 2011-01-06 15:10:56
In the News: The WTA has announced the 2012 and 2013 calendars 2012_WTA_Calendar 2013_WTA_Calendar Somdev Devvarman of India and Kei-chen Chang from Chinese Taipei have been awarded wildcards into the Australian Open Upset of the Day: Greta Arn (HUN) > read more
WTA Announces 2012 and 2013 Calendars
Published on 2011-01-06 04:24:59
ST. PETERSBURG, FL, USA – The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), the global leader in women’s professional sport, announced today the WTA calendars for the 2012 and 2013 seasons. 2012_WTA_Calendar 2013_WTA_Calendar The WTA’s international brea > read more
Net Notes for January 5, 2010
Published on 2011-01-05 13:09:04
In the News: Wayne Odesnik will compete next week in the USTA Pro Circuit Futures event, the $10,000 Plantation Open in Plantation, Florida. Rafael Nadal, despite feeling ill won two matches at the Qatar Open. Nadal took out Lukas Lacko 7-6, 0-6, 6-3 > read more
Food Network’s Ace of Cakes Opens Final Season at the US Open
Published on 2011-01-04 15:21:25
Food Network’s Ace of Cakes starring Duff Goldman kicks off its 10th and final season on January 6th at 10pm ET as Chef Duff adds a little topspin to his game when he’s invited to present a cake at the U.S. Open in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. From New > read more
2011-12 USTA Board of Directors Takes Office
Published on 2011-01-04 14:11:51
The USTA announced today that effective January 1, 2011, its 15 member Board of Directors officially began its two-year term that will run through December 31, 2012. The board will be led by Jon Vegosen, of Chicago, the USTA Chairman of the Board > read more
Net Notes for January 4, 2010
Published on 2011-01-04 14:00:19
In the News: Stan Wawrinka announced his separation from his wife on twitter : I would like to announce my separation with my wife Ilham Vuilloud. Our main concern now is to look after the best interests and….. education of our daughter Alexia. > read more
Expanded and Re-Formatted Champions Series Tennis Circuit to Debut in the Fall
Published on 2011-01-04 12:16:18
NEW YORK, January 4 — InsideOut Sports + Entertainment today announced an expanded and re-formatted Champions Series tennis circuit starting in 2011 with one-night events in 12 North American markets played this fall. Each new Champions Series > read more
Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group I – Nominations
Published on 2011-01-04 11:07:31
EUROPE/AFRICA ZONE GROUP I Venue: Municipal Tennis Club, Eilat, Israel (hard – outdoors) Austria Sybille Bammer Yvonne Meusburger Patricia Mayr-Achleitner Sandra Klemenschits Captain: Jurgen Waber Belarus Victoria Azarenka Olga Govortsova Darya Kus > read more
Net Notes for January 3, 2011
Published on 2011-01-03 06:39:52
Net Notes will provide updates of tournament results, schedules and news briefs of the day. In the News It’s Official. Maria Sharapova has signed with Head. The Hopman Cup was the scene for a rematch of the combatants in the longest match in > read more
Kourtin’ Karen’s Tennis News Scoreboard – Week Ending January 2, 2011
Published on 2011-01-02 11:51:27
15-0 Happy New Tennis Year 2011 and welcome to Tennis Panorama News! 15-15 Fire Takes Rubin’s Home The Lafayatte Louisiana home of former World No. 6 Chanda Rubin was destroyed by fire last week. The likely cause of the fire – lightni > read more
Net Notes for January 2, 2010
Published on 2011-01-02 10:06:08
Net Notes will provide updates of tournament results and schedules and news briefs of the day. Hopman Cup Session 2 – Serbia 3 def Kazakhstan 0 Ana Ivanovic def Yaroslava Shvedova 7-6(6), 6-1 Novak Djokovic def Andrey Golubev 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 Ivanovic > read more
Global Village Tennis News is Now Tennis Panorama News
Published on 2010-12-31 20:20:53
Fort Lee, NJ – December 31, 2010 - Tennis news website and media outlet Global Village Tennis News has relaunched as Tennis Panorama News (www.tennispanorama ). The new site, designed and powered by TennisGrandstand.com, will still remain tru > read more