Anyone else thinking this Barclays ATP World Tour Final will be theater of the highest order (read: EPIC?)Here's how the boys have been grouped:Group A Roger Federer (SUI) Andy Murray (GBR) Juan Martin del Potro (ARG)Fernando Verdasco (ESP)Group BRafael Nadal (ESP)Novak Djokovic (SRB)Nikolay Davydenko (RUS)Robin Soderling (SWE)Of course the big story here is the down-to-the-wire showdown for the year-end top ranking (and the strangely titled ATP World Tour Ch... Read Full Story
A worn down Andy Murray, who finished off James Blake in an epic 3-set second round match ending at almost 2am local time this morning, was knocked out of the Paris Masters by Radek Stepanek 1-6, 6-3, 6-4. It was the Brit baller's first loss in four matches to the crafty Czech.He follows Roger Federer's shock exit yesterday at the hands of Julien Benneteau, who had his own letdown and was beaten by compatriot Gael Monfils in their match today.Oh Muzz. We could all see you were tired but is th... Read Full Story
"Where's the green? I can't see. Anything."Ana Ivanovic and her WAG ways were spotted taking part in the Adam Scott Support Tour, this time in Melbourne.The Aussie is competing at the 2009 Australian Masters being held at the Kingston Heath Golf Club. In October, they traveled to Singapore where Adam was playing in the Barclays Singapore Open.Not much to say here, actually. I'm sure NaturAna is happy doing what she's doing at the moment - being a good girlfriend. I just hope to see some train... Read Full Story
"Where's the green? I can't see. Why the hell did I wear this floppy hat AND sunglasses?"Ana Ivanovic and her WAG ways were spotted taking part in the Adam Scott Support Tour, this time in Melbourne.The Aussie is competing at the 2009 Australian Masters being held at the Kingston Heath Golf Club. In October, they traveled to Singapore where Adam was playing in the Barclays Singapore Open.Not much to say here, actually. I'm sure NaturAna is happy doing what she's doing at the moment - being a ... Read Full Story
Julien Benneteau fell to his knees in tears after shocking Roger Federer 3-6, 7-6(4), 6-4 in the second round of the Paris Masters.Afterwards, the Frenchie said this win will be one to remember:It's magic. It's fabulous. Everything you can imagine. All those words. This memory will stay forever in me and in my career with all the emotions I felt. And hearing the crowd when they are all behind you, the noise is enormous. I didn't believe it was possible to experience something like that...I do... Read Full Story
Julien Benneteau fell to his knees in tears after shocking Roger Federer 3-6, 7-6(4), 6-4 in the second round of the Paris Masters.Afterwards, the Frenchie said this win will be one to remember:It's magic. It's fabulous. Everything you can imagine. All those words. This memory will stay forever in me and in my career with all the emotions I felt. And hearing the crowd when they are all behind you, the noise is enormous. I didn't believe it was possible to experience something like that...I do... Read Full Story
"Don't be afraid. It'll be slow and sweet."Novak Djokovic continued what seems to be his now annual "masked" entrance onto Court Central at the Paris Masters today.Last year the Serb came out as his alter ego, The Green Hornet, and this year he arrived dressed looking like "death." Though, to be honest, if that's what death looks like then bring. It. AWN.Oh yeah, he defeated Juan Monaco 6-3, 7-5 and will face either 16th-seeded Tommy Haas of or homeboy Arnaud Clement in the third round.(Phot... Read Full Story
"...muchas gracias..."Rafael Nadal was more an escape artist than a top baller today at the Paris Masters today.The Majorcan Matador had to save five match points down 5-6 in the second set and overcame a 3-5 deficit in the decider to oust compatriot Nicolas Almagro 3-6, 7-6(2), 7-5. The single-handed slinger clearly had a case of the nagging nerves and needed multiple rub downs for cramps during the 3 hour 15 minute bout. The second seed will face another Spaniard, Tommy Robredo, in the thir... Read Full Story
"...muchas gracias..."Rafael Nadal was more an escape artist than a top baller today at the Paris Masters today.The Majorcan Matador had to save five match points down 5-6 in the second set and overcame a 3-5 deficit in the decider to oust compatriot Nicolas Almagro 3-6, 7-6(2), 7-5. The single-handed slinger clearly had a case of the nagging nerves and needed multiple rub downs for cramps during the 3 hour 15 minute bout. The second seed will face another Spaniard, Tommy Robredo, in the thir... Read Full Story
Danielle Ribner is the founder and designer behind Loup, a new tennis apparel collection that "gives a woman the confidence to play hard, while ensuring that she looks and feels feminine."The line, whose name was inspired by her family nickname "Lou," is smartly focused (11 pieces in various colors make up the first collection) and aims to bring a modern silhouette to performance pieces. In other words, you CAN look good while getting your game on.I offered a Q & A to Danielle and she obl... Read Full Story
