Tag archive for ‘Gael Monfils’
Mondays With Bob Greene: Against Djokovic you need to be perfect
Bob Greene, the esteemed former Associated Press tennis writer, wraps up the week that was in international tennis with his “Monday’s With Bob Greene” column – a revival of his popular weekly feature at the AP. This week Bob summarizes the Shanghai Masters Cup and the PEOPLEnet Cup.
On This Day In Tennis History Is Latest Book Release From New Chapter Press
New Chapter Press has announced the publication of its latest book - On This Day In Tennis History -a calendar-like compilation of historical and unique anniversaries, events and happenings from the world of tennis through the years - written by Randy Walker, the sports marketing and media specialist, tennis historian and former U.S. Tennis Association press officer.
Madrid Semis Set
British number 1 Andy Murray lost his serve in the opening game of the first Friday’s quarterfinal, but playing impressive tennis, especially in the second set, hadn’t problems to beat 6-2 6-2 Gael Monfils in 68 minutes on Pista Central.
Monfils Coming of Age
Much was expected of Monfils when-as an 18-year-old-he rolled through the juniors to win the first three Grand Slams of the year (the Australian Open, the French Open, on Wimbledon). He was supposed to be the next big thing for France, and possibly even for all of tennis. And who could deny the hype?
Rafael Nadal And Roger Federer Reach Madrid Quarters
Two best players in the world, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer have been playing first tournament since US Open. They both won comfortably their third round matches against the French opponents
Tennis As Usual: Action Heats Up With Masters Series Madrid
The perceived post-U.S. Open lull on the ATP Tour provided opportunities for some lesser-known players to make name for themselves, and two unheralded competitors did just that last week
Mondays With Bob Greene: We might even choose to boycott the new tour
Bob Greene, the esteemed former Associated Press tennis writer, wraps up the week that was in international tennis with his “Monday’s With Bob Greene” column – a revival of his popular weekly feature at the AP. This week Bob summarizes the Kremlin Cup and the Stockholm Open.
Tennis As Usual: Who is Philipp Petzschner
Unless you are a true die-hard tennis fan, you have not been pondering the aforementioned question until today. Little-known German Philipp Petzschner is in the final of both the singles and doubles tournaments at the Bank Austria Tennis Trophy in Vienna.
US Open Day 8: Rafael Nadal Battles Past Sam Querrey
As expected, sisters Venus and Serena Williams have booked a match against each other. But instead of a title being on the line, as it usually has been when these two face each other on a court, a spot in the semifinals will be the prize this time.
Mondays With Bob Greene: I’m me. I love to show my emotion.
Bob Greene, the esteemed former Associated Press tennis writer, wraps up the week that was in international tennis with his “Monday’s With Bob Greene” column – a revival of his popular weekly feature at the AP. This week Bob summarizes the first week of the US Open.
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