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On This Day In Tennis History

On This Day In Tennis History

This week is a big week in tennis with week No. 2 of the U.S. Open Series and Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal’s return to the court in Canada following their epic Wimbledon final. This week has also been a one of epic matches and unusual circumstances in the history of the sport, as documented in the soon-to-be released book ON THIS DAY IN TENNIS HISTORY ($19.95, New Chapter Press). The following is an excerpt from the ON THIS DAY IN TENNIS HISTORY compilation that features entertaining anecdotes and match summaries featuring John McEnroe, Boris Becker, Andre Agassi, Monica Seles, Martina Navratilova among others.

The 2008 French Open draw is now available!

The 2008 French Open draw is now available!

Birthday boy Novak Djokovic, the best player in the world in 2008, emerged the big winner after the French Open draw placed a succession of booby traps in the paths of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. Federer’s bid to win a first Roland Garros title faces a testing start against big American Sam Querrey.

French Open Preparation Continues

French Open Preparation Continues

As we begin the last big tournaments on the men’s and women’s tours this week before the French Open, both Rafael Nadal and Justine Henin appears to have hit a bump in the road as they prepare to defend their Roland Garros titles from a year ago.

Mondays with Bob Greene - Novak Djokovic Wins Rome

Mondays with Bob Greene - Novak Djokovic Wins Rome

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 Rome Masters and the Qatar Telecom German Open.

Mondays with Bob Greene - Rafael Nadal Wins 4th Consecutive Barcelona Title

Mondays with Bob Greene - Rafael Nadal Wins 4th Consecutive Barcelona Title

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 a week of Barcelona and Prague.

Juan Carlos Ferrero parties

Juan Carlos Ferrero parties

You already know my love for all things asymmetrical. You can add this shirt, worn by Juan Carlos Ferrero at Spanish nightclub Barroco 39.

Juan Carlos Ferrero switches gears for the clay season

Juan Carlos Ferrero switches gears for the clay season

The roost-ruling Juan Carlos Ferrero switches from maroon to black (with red trim) for the ATP Tour stop at his hometown — the Open de Tenis Comunidad Valenciana.

Juan Carlos Ferrero’s luxurious life

Juan Carlos Ferrero’s luxurious life

Juan Carlos Ferrero’s time at the top of the tennis heap might be long over, but his stint as a wheeler and dealer of luxury is just starting.

Roddick Lets Racquet Talk For Him

Roddick Lets Racquet Talk For Him

How long has it been since Andy Roddick’s name was mentioned as a serious challenger to reigning heavyweight tennis champ Roger Federer?

Week 7 Preview: Buenos Aires, Rotterdam, San Jose

Week 7 Preview: Buenos Aires, Rotterdam, San Jose

The 7th week of the ATP Tour is coming up and so here is another preview. The preview includes Buenos Aires (Argentina), ABN Amro in Rotterdam (Netherlands), San Jose (USA).