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When the Red Dust Settles: Favorite Memories of Roland Garros 2013

June 10, 2013 By Chris Skelton Leave a Comment

Matches and events fly past in the fortnight of a major too quickly to absorb everything that happens. But, now that the red dust has settled, here are the memories that I will take from Roland Garros 2013. Gael Monfils and the Paris crowd making each other believe that he could accomplish the impossible, and [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: Agnieszka Radwanska, Alize Cornet, Ana Ivanovic, ATP, benoit paire, Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Bojana Jovanovski, Caroline Wozniacki, David Ferrer, Ernests Gulbis, Fernando Verdasco, Francesca Schiavone, French Open, Gael Monfils, Grand Slams, Grigor Dimitrov, Janko Tipsarevic, Jelena Jankovic, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, John Isner, Kei Nishikori, li na, Maria Sharapova, Mikhail Youzhny, Nicolas Almagro, Nikolay Davydenko, Novak Djokovic, Petra Kvitova, Rafael Nadal, Richard Gasquet, Roger Federer, Roland Garros, Samantha Stosur, Sara Errani, Serena Williams, Shelby Rogers, Sloane Stephens, Stanislas Wawrinka, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Tomas Berdych, Tommy Haas, Tommy Robredo, Victoria Azarenka, Virginie Razzano, WTA

Roland Garros Rewind: Thoughts on Wednesday’s Quarterfinal Action

June 5, 2013 By Chris Skelton Leave a Comment

A few surprising events unfolded on Wednesday, but all of the favorites ultimately prevailed to set up an elite group of semifinalists. ATP: Book it: The inevitable has happened. Last year’s finalists, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, are still the two best clay players in the world, and they will meet in the second semifinal [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: ATP, French Open. Grand Slams, Jelena Jankovic, Maria Kirilenko, Maria Sharapova, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roland Garros, Stanislas Wawrinka, Tommy Haas, Victoria Azarenka, WTA

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Previewing Wednesday’s Quarterfinal Action

June 4, 2013 By Chris Skelton Leave a Comment

Two Russians, two Serbs, two defending champions, and two one-handed backhands take the court for Wednesday quarterfinals at Roland Garros. Rafael Nadal vs. Stanislas Wawrinka: From watching both men play this tournament, this quarterfinal looks like a fascinating matchup of the greatest clay play ever in a vulnerable moment against an outstanding clay specialist producing [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: ATP, French Open, Grand Slams, Jelena Jankovic, Maria Kirilenko, Maria Sharapova, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roland Garros, Stanislas Wawrinka, Tommy Haas, Victoria Azarenka, WTA

Roland Garros Day 10: Links Roundup with Federer, Haas, Williams, Gasquet and more

June 4, 2013 By Nick Nemeroff Leave a Comment

Roland Garros Roundup takes you through the Slam’s hot stories of the day, both on and off the court. Shot of the Day: No.1 seeds Bob and Mike Bryan had an easy time of it for their third round doubles match against Oliver Marach and Christopher Kas. The German-Austrian team retired after just a single [...]

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Filed Under: Lead Story, Nick Nemeroff Tagged With: French Open, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Richard Gasquet, Roger Federer, Roland Garros, Serena Williams, Stanislas Wawrinka, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Tennis, Tommy Haas

Roland Garros Rewind: Wawrinka Wins Thriller; Djokovic Finishes Strong; Sharapova, Azarenka, Nadal Cruise on Monday

June 3, 2013 By Chris Skelton Leave a Comment

From 256 players to 16, the Roland Garros draws keep shrinking. We keep returning to keep you updated on the latest attrition. ATP: Match of the day: After Richard Gasquet had won his first eleven sets of the tournament, he lost the plot just long enough for Stanislas Wawrinka to reset himself. Once again, Gasquet [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: ATP, Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Francesca Schiavone, French Open, Grand Slams, jamie hampton, Jelena Jankovic, Kei Nishikori, Maria Kirilenko, Maria Sharapova, Mikhail Youzhny, Novak Djokovic, Philipp Kohlschreiber, Rafael Nadal, Richard Gasquet, Roland Garros, Sloane Stephens, Stanislas Wawrinka, Tommy Haas, Victoria Azarenka, WTA

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Djokovic, Nadal, Sharapova, Azarenka Highlight Day 9 Action

June 2, 2013 By Chris Skelton Leave a Comment

On the second Monday of Roland Garros, the remaining quarterfinal lineups take shape. We continue our comprehensive look at the round of 16. ATP: Novak Djokovic vs. Philipp Kohlschreiber: Four long years ago, Kohlschreiber stunned the future No. 1 in the third round here, their only clay meeting. Never have they met since Djokovic became [...]

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Roland Garros Rewind: Djokovic, Nadal Thrive; Haas, Isner Thrill; Sharapova, Azarenka Survive

June 1, 2013 By Chris Skelton 2 Comments

The remaining second-week lineups fell into place on Saturday at Roland Garros. Here’s a look back at the studs and duds. ATP: Match of the day: Returning to the battlefield after playing an 8-6 fifth set yesterday, John Isner outdid himself in the effort department. The American giant rallied from two sets down against Tommy [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: Alize Cornet, ATP, benoit paire, Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Fabio Fognini, Francesca Schiavone, French Open, Grand Slams, Grigor Dimitrov, jamie hampton, Janko Tipsarevic, Jelena Jankovic, Jerzy Janowicz, John Isner, Kei Nishikori, Maria Sharapova, Marion Bartoli, Mikhail Youzhny, Novak Djokovic, Paula Ormaechea, Petra Kvitova, Rafael Nadal, Roland Garros, Samantha Stosur, Sloane Stephens, Stanislas Wawrinka, Tommy Haas, Victoria Azarenka, WTA, Zheng Jie

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Azarenka, Sharapova, Stosur, Nadal, Gasquet and More Highlight Day 7

May 31, 2013 By Chris Skelton 1 Comment

While Yeshayahu Ginsburg focuses his spotlight on the marquee clash between Novak Djokovic and Grigor Dimitrov, this article focuses on nine other matches to watch as the first week concludes in Paris. WTA: Alize Cornet vs. Victoria Azarenka: The champion in Strasbourg last week, Cornet has won seven straight matches in her home nation on [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: Alize Cornet, ATP, benoit paire, Fabio Fognini, Francesca Schiavone, French Open, Grand Slams, jamie hampton, Jelena Jankovic, Jerzy Janowicz, Kei Nishikori, Maria Sharapova, Marion Bartoli, Nikolay Davydenko, Petra Kvitova, Rafael Nadal, Richard Gasquet, Roland Garros, Samantha Stosur, Stanislas Wawrinka, Victoria Azarenka, WTA, Zheng Jie

Roland Garros Rewind: Djokovic, Dimitrov, Azarenka, Stosur Beat the Rain on Thursday; Li Falls

May 30, 2013 By Chris Skelton Leave a Comment

For the second time in three days, inclement weather limited the action in Paris. This rewind tilts more towards the women’s side, which featured more headlines and more matches overall. ATP: Match of the day: In a sequel to the Battle of the Sexes between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs, Mother Nature confronted a [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: ATP, benoit paire, Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Dominika Cibulkova, Fabio Fognini, French Open, Grand Slams, Grigor Dimitrov, jamie hampton, Jelena Jankovic, Kristina Mladenovic, li na, Lukas Rosol, Maria Sharapova, Marina Erakovic, Melanie Oudin, Novak Djokovic, Paula Ormaechea, Petra Kvitova, Rafael Nadal, Roland Garros, Samantha Stosur, Sloane Stephens, Stanislas Wawrinka, Vania King, Victoria Azarenka, WTA, Yaroslava Shvedova, Zheng Jie

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Sharapova, Li, Stosur, Nadal, and More Set to Shine on Day 5

May 29, 2013 By Chris Skelton Leave a Comment

Our Thursday preview discusses eight matches from each singles draw, starting this time with the WTA. WTA: Kristina Mladenovic vs. Samantha Stosur: Her opening victory over Kimiko Date-Krumm looked impressive on paper with the loss of just two games. Now, however, Stosur must face a Frenchwoman much more worthy of her steel. Mladenovic caught fire [...]

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Filed Under: Chris Skelton, Latest News, Lead Story, Live Coverage Tagged With: ashleigh barty, ATP, Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Eugenie Bouchard, Fabio Fognini, Fernando Verdasco, Francesca Schiavone, French Open, Garbine Muguruza, Grand Slams, Grigor Dimitrov, Horacio Zeballos, jack sock, Janko Tipsarevic, Jelena Jankovic, Jerzy Janowicz, John Isner, Kirsten Flipkens, Kristina Mladenovic, li na, Lucas Pouille, Lukas Rosol, Maria Kirilenko, Maria Sharapova, Mariana Duque-Marino, Marion Bartoli, Martin Klizan, Peng Shuai, Petra Kvitova, Rafael Nadal, Robin Haase, Roland Garros, Ryan Harrison, Samantha Stosur, Stanislas Wawrinka, Tommy Haas, WTA

When the Red Dust Settles: Favorite Memories of Roland Garros 2013

Roland Garros Rewind: Thoughts on Wednesday’s Quarterfinal Action

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Previewing Wednesday’s Quarterfinal Action

Roland Garros Day 10: Links Roundup with Federer, Haas, Williams, Gasquet and more

Roland Garros Rewind: Wawrinka Wins Thriller; Djokovic Finishes Strong; Sharapova, Azarenka, Nadal Cruise on Monday

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Djokovic, Nadal, Sharapova, Azarenka Highlight Day 9 Action

Roland Garros Rewind: Djokovic, Nadal Thrive; Haas, Isner Thrill; Sharapova, Azarenka Survive

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Azarenka, Sharapova, Stosur, Nadal, Gasquet and More Highlight Day 7

Roland Garros Rewind: Djokovic, Dimitrov, Azarenka, Stosur Beat the Rain on Thursday; Li Falls

Roland Garros Fast Forward: Sharapova, Li, Stosur, Nadal, and More Set to Shine on Day 5

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