Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Witnesses to Greatness
With the unrivaled dominance of Roger Federer and Tiger Woods before us, it's a great time to be a college student.
The Rising Star of Tennis: Bernard Tomic
While winds of change are blowing in the higher echelons of men's tennis, a certain 15-year-old from Queensland is creating a stir in tennis land after bagging his first Grand Slam at the Australian Open
Watch ATP Challenger Wroclaw Tennis Online Live
Just after the Australian Open, another interesting tennis tournament. Watch ATP Challenger Wroclaw Tennis Online Live
Nadal Out of Davic Cup: Shock for so many lovers!!!!
Nadal Out of Davic Cup: Shock for so many lovers!!!! Rafael Nadal's decision to opt out of Spain's Davis Cup tie against Peru is understandable given the physical problems the world number two has experienced in recent seasons, captain Emilio Sanchez-Vicario said.
The Stars Show Up for the Australian Tennis Open in 2008
The Australian summer tennis series is upon us once again. For most players the Australian Open is one of the toughest tournaments of the year due to several factors.
Across the Alps to the Imperial Cities
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Adidas Tennis happy with Australian Open results
article about tennis apparel worn by finalists at the Australian Open tennis. It was a good result for Adidas as 3. of the 4 finalists were wearing their gear.
Once and future Champ
Former tennis pro Justin Gimelstob writes on Sports Illustrated about the rise of French tennis player Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. Is he good enough to go to world no.1? Read the article to find out.
Tennis Ball To The Groin... For SCIENCE!
For generations, the greatest human minds have wondered, "Will a man's heart rate go up if he thinks he's going to get hit in the testicles?" In order to navigate this labyrinthine scientific problem, they fired a tennis ball at 50 mph into a guy's balls, scientifically proving that guys getting hit in the balls is absolutely hilarious.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
The Top 7 Tennis Breakout Performances
I've compiled a list of some of the more memorable breakthroughs in recent memory, and by that I mean the last 20 some years, more or less in order. Some players have good success like David Nalbandian, some achieve greatness like Marat Safin while others obtain immortality (you know who I'm talking about).
Slate Magazine - Where Did All Those Gorgeous Russians Come
"Nowadays, stars in fields previously unsanctioned by the party—crime novelists, conceptual artists, computer whizzes—from Russia, Hungary, or Uzbekistan have a shot at fame and fortune, too. As for talented entrepreneurs, the sky's the limit."
2008 Fed Cup 1st round results
The amazing tennis games provided surprising results… Another outrageous post by SoItBeMaybe
2008 Fed Cup 1st round results
The amazing tennis games provided surprising results… Another outrageous post by SoItBeMaybe
How To Play Tennis
When tennis balls start flying your way in the game of tennis you are going to want to know not only what to do with them but how to do whatever you are going to do the best that it can be done. That would be to hit the balls.
Tsonga: The Aftermath of the Australian
Whats next for Jo-wilfried Tsonga; the break through act of the Australian Open 2008?
Tsonga: The Aftermath of the Australian
Whats next for Jo-wilfried Tsonga; the break through act of the Australian Open 2008?
Where did all the hot Russian tennis player come from?
Whatever you may say about women's professional tennis in the 1970s or '80s, it did not feature many players who looked like Maria Sharapova. Where were they all before?
Australian Open 2008 – A Great Grand Slam
A fortnight of scintillating tennis action came to an end today with both predictable and unpredictable finishes. Top seeded players, both men and women, crashed out of the tournament. The Williams, Henins, Jankovics, Dementievas, Federers, Safins, and Roddicks were out of the tournament
Roger Federer is set to break another tennis record
Sports Business Journal is reporting in its January 28 issue that Nike is set to sign Federer to a 10-year extension of its contract that "could be worth as much as $13 million a year."
High Fashion Tennis & Fitness Apparel for Women & Juniors
Are you searching for high quality, high performance women's tennis and fitness apparel? I've got just the clothing line for you. DTL Sport (Down the Line Sportswear) Women's Tennis Apparel features a stylish collection of tennis skirts, tennis and running skorts, tennis and fitness tops and tennis outfits.
Tennis legends to play at Odyssey Arena in February
Some of the most famous names in tennis are set to light up Belfast's Odyssey Arena in February.
Roger Federer is set to make tennis history…off the court
Roger Federer is about to make tennis history, off the court with the largest tennis endorsement deal ever. He has Nike to thank for the good fortune.
Delray Beach Tennis Championships
Testosterone, excitement and $437,000 worth of prize money up for grabs by the world's finest athletes in men's tennis
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Conga - Spreman sam za izazov
Francuski teniser Žo-Vilfred Conga izjavio je u subotu da je spreman za duel sa Novakom Đokovićevm u finalu Otvorenog prvenstva Australije. Conga, 38. teniser sveta, u Melburnu je iznenadio svojim odličnim partijama, što je u polufinalu osetio i drugi reket sveta Rafael Nadal.
Å arapova prejaka za Anu
Ruskinja Marija Šarapova pobedila je Anu Ivanović sa 2:0, po setovima 7:5, 6:3 u finalu Otvorenog prvenstva Australije. Prošlogodišnja vicešampionka potvrdila je još jednom sjajnu formu, odigravši fantastičan meč, gotovo bez greške.
Zimonjić osvojio Ozi Open!
rpski teniser Nenad Zimonjić osvojio je titulu u miks dublu na Otverenom prvenstvu Australije. On je u paru sa Kineskinjom Tijantijan Sun savladao indijski tandem Sania Mirza - Maheš Bupati sa 2:0, po setovima 7:6 (4), 6:4. To je druga titula za Zimonjića u Melburnu.
Obeležen roÄ‘endan tragiÄno preminulog Proesk
U Kruševu i ostalim gradovima Makedonije juce je obeležen dvadeset i sedmi rođendan tragično preminulog Tošeta Proeskog. Obeležavanje rođendana tragično preminulog pop pevača, koji je poginuo 16. oktobra prošle godine u saobraćajnoj nesreći u Hrvatskoj.
Federer: I'm not panicking
ROGER Federer's surprise semi-final defeat could be the catalyst for the French Open victory that so far has eluded him, according to respected Australian coach Darren Cahill.
Aussie Open:Maria Sharapova Might Just Make Me Like Her
You all know Maria Sharapova is not my favorite tennis player. I freely admit, a lot of that is not her fault. Much of my dislike lies in the fact that she became the "Great Blonde Hope" after she won only one grand slam, Wimbledon in 2004.
Djokovic Wins Australian Open
"He has since become one of the best defenders in tennis, and Sunday evening, he found a way to blunt Tsonga's brilliant, unexpected run and win the Australian Open championship, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (2)."
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga lost the final but won many hearts
The dark horse nearly came through and won the whole thing but it proved too much. Stunning action and he certainly won more than a runners-up trophy on the way.
Djokovic Wins His First Grand Slam
After upsetting Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic avoided an upset of his own with a victory over the unseeded Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.
Djokovic defeats Tsonga to take Australian Open final
Serb world number 3 Djokovic wins his first grand slam title, defeating France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in four sets
Novak Djokovic wins Australian Open
The 20-year-old Djokovic was the youngest player since Stefan Edberg defeated Mats Wilander in 1985 to win the Australian title and the first man from Serbia to win a major.
Australian Open 2008: Top 10 Moments
Australian Open 2008 was full of memorable moments from Novak Djokovic beating Roger Federer to winning the men's title, to Maria Sharapova pulling the same duty against Justine Henin and winning the women's trophy. The top 10 moments from Down Under as well as a listing of the honorable mentions.
Djokovic Open champion from Australia Grand Slam
The Serbian Djokovic, 20, played a big way and won the first Grand Slam of his career: beat in the final 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 and 7-6 to French Tsonga.
Sania Mirza-Mahesh Bhupati lose Australian (Oz) Open finals
Sania Mirza-Mahesh Bhupati lose Australian (Oz) Open finals Mahesh Bhupati and Sania Mirza's hopes of creating history came crashing down as the Indian duo lost to fifth seeded team of Tiantian Sun and Nenad Zimonjic in the mixed doubles final of Australian Open 2008.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Australian Open Mixced Doubles Final live here
Watch Australian open 2008: Tiantian Sun ]/Nenad Zimonjic vs Sania Mirza /Mahesh Bhupathi live streams p2p links Availeble here enjoy.
tv: Australian Finals Live Streaming sopcast links
watch australian open live streaming sopcast,tvu,realplayer links live from melbourne between john wilfred Tsonga vs Novak djovic
Israeli duo win first ever Grand Slam
"It was the pair's 20th major tournament together, and today's win means they have become the first Israeli duo to win a grand slam in the Open Era."
Israeli duo win first ever Grand Slam
"It was the pair's 20th major tournament together, and today's win means they have become the first Israeli duo to win a grand slam in the Open Era."
Sharapova wins Australian Open
Maria Sharapova won the third Grand Slam title of her career with a straight-sets win over Serbia's Ana Ivanovic at the Australian Open.
Sharapova Takes Home AusOpen Crown
Maria Sharapova won the Australian Open 2008 with a win over Ana Ivanovic 7-5 6-3
Anna Kournikova — UHQ (5) — Unknown Shoot | Hot Pictures
Anna Kournikova (née Anya Kournikova) was born on June 7, 1981, in Moscow, Russia, to Sergei and Alla
Ana still smiling
One could be forgiven for thinking rising Serbian star Ana Ivanovic had actually won the Australian Open women's title on Saturday, such was her refreshingly positive attitude following her straight-sets defeat to Maria Sharapova
Sharapova savours sweet success
Australian Open 2008 women's singles champion Maria Sharapova says her victory is just reward for all the hard work she has put in over recent months.
WINNING MOMENTS AT AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2008
"Champions take chances, and pressure is a privilege"were the lines by the Champion,when she gave biggest gift to her mother on her birthday. Don't Maria and Ana look cute together...
Maria Sharapova is the new Australian Open champion 2008
Russian beauty Maria Sharapova is the new Australian Open champion after winning the battle of the glam queens in straight sets. Fifth seed Sharapova wrapped up her third major title with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over fourth-seeded Ana Ivanovic on Saturday.
Sharapova Overcomes Emotions and Injuries
Maria Sharapova's 7-5, 6-3 victory over Ana Ivanovic at the Australian Open earned her a third Grand Slam singles title to go with those she won at Wimbledon in 2004 and the U.S. Open in 2006.
Sharapova Overcomes Emotions and Injuries
Maria Sharapova's 7-5, 6-3 victory over Ana Ivanovic at the Australian Open earned her a third Grand Slam singles title to go with those she won at Wimbledon in 2004 and the U.S. Open in 2006.
Tsonga’s throne
It's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's time to step out from the darkened shades of men's tennis and to stand tall and grab his first of many grand slam titles.
Tsonga vs. Djokovic Preview
So it's tough to predict a final without Roger Federer in it, isn't it. But here we are, Tsonga Ali versus Djoker Novak. Both of these guys have the confidence and game to take the title, but Djokovic has the experience and the destiny on his side (You can't beat Federer in straight sets and not win the tournament, can you?)
Australian Open 2008 - Excited Israelis at the double
Jubilant Israeli No.8 seeds Jonathan Erlich and Andy Ram have taken out the men's doubles title on Day 13 of Australian Open 2008. Erlich and Ram endured a rain delay midway through the opening set that derailed their early momentum, but managed to regain the ascendancy to seal a 7-5 7-6 (7-4) victory over French No.7 seeds.
Sharapova wins Aussie Open women's title
3rd grand slam title for this great tennis player! She looks very dedicated this year and it paid off already
Maria Sharapova wins Australian Open
Maria Sharapova has added an Australian Open to her grand slam trophy cabinet after beating Serbia's Ana Ivanovic in straight sets in the women's final at Melbourne Park today.
Friday, January 25, 2008
Maria Sharapova wins Australian Open!
Maria Sharapova won the Australian Open without losing a set, wrapping up her third Grand Slam title with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Ana Ivanovic on Saturday.
Sharapova wins Aussie Open title
Maria Sharapova beats Ana Ivanovic to win her third Grand Slam title at the Australian Open.
Sharapova Wins Australian Open
Add the Australian Open to Maria Sharapova's Grand Slam resume. The Russian beat Serbian Ana Ivanovic in straight sets Saturday. A 17-year-old Sharapova won at Wimbledon in 2004 and the U.S. Open two years later.
Maria Sharapova beat Ana Ivanovic to win Australian Open
MARIA Sharapova has defeated Ana Ivanovic in straight sets to clinch the Australian Open women's final. a grand slam final, following her straight-sets defeat to Justine Henin at last year's French Open.
Play-by-Play Federer and Djokovik
Sweeping Federer in straight sets hasn't been done in some time. If you don't have time to watch the game repeat, here's the blow-by-blow. With jokes.
Another Surprise as Federer Falls to Djokovic
Top-ranked Roger Federer lost to No. 3 Novak Djokovic 7-5, 6-3, 7-6 (5) in the Australian Open semifinals.
Novak Djokovic vs Jo-Wilfried Tsonga: Final of Australian Op
Djokovic and Tsonga have already brought out a huge change in men's tennis with their performance in Australian Open 2008. Now, after blowing off the no.1 and 2, it has been the responsibility of Djokovic and Tsonga to present with a classic final of dramatic Australian Open 2008 tournament.
After loss to Djokovic, is Roger Federer washed up?
His reign is over. After making 11 straight Grand Slam finals appearances, Roger Federer failed to make it 12 after a stunning loss to Novak Djokovic. Does this signal the end of Federer's supremacy?
Djokovic reaps the rewards
Novak Djokovic says his place in Sunday's Australian Open 2008 men's singles final is just reward for the hard work he has put in over the past 18 months.
Men's Australian Open Preview
News and Commentary About the World of Professional Tennis: ATP Tour, WTA Tour, Grand Slams
Roddick shocked in Aussie Open marathon
Andy Roddick was bounced out of the Australian Open on Saturday, losing a five-set thriller to Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany.
The Night I Realized Roger Federer Was the Best Tennis Playe
Roger Federer may have lost in the Aussie Open today, but that doesn't mean he didn't show me that he was the best tennis player ever.
Aussie Open men's seed report
SI.com's Jon Wertheim breaks down the men's and women's seeds at the Australian Open. Read on for the top first-round matchups, dark horses to keep an eye on and his predicted winners
Australian Open men's final Stat Sheet
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - A statistical comparision of the Australian Open men's finalists
A Cynic's Paradise -- BREAKING NEWS: Federer out @ Australia
Shocking results as Roger Federer is bounced from the Australian Open in the semifinals by Novak Djokovic
Djokovic tops Federer at Australian Open
Top-ranked Roger Federer's streak of 10 straight Grand Slam finals came to an abrupt end Friday when he lost to No. 3 Novak Djokovic 7-5, 6-3, 7-6 (5) in the Australian Open semifinals
Novak Djokovic Whips Roger Federer 3-0 in the Australian Ope
Roger Federer lost to Novak Djokovic 7-5, 6-3, 7-6 (5) Friday in the Australian Open semifinals, leaving the top-ranked Swiss one match short of making an 11th consecutive Grand Slam final. Even if Djokovic won three seets over Federer, the match was pretty close with a lot of breaks coming in Djokovic's way.
Watch Novak Djokovic vs Jo-Wilfried Tsonga Live Online
Ten months ago he was the world No 12, preparing to play against his friend, Andy Murray, the world No 13, in their first Masters Series semi-final. Tomorrow Novak Djokovic will be the favourite as he goes into his second successive Grand Slam final.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Ana Ivanovic into her first Australian Open final
Ana Ivanovic had made into her first Australian Open final after a classic semifinal tussle. Now she will fight it out with Sharapova to claim the title. I expect her to win the title. Who is your choice?
Watch Maria Sharapova vs Ana Ivanovic Live Online - Final
Last year's finalist routs ailing Jankovic will face Ivanovic for Slam title. A year after losing the Australian Open final in embarrassing fashion to Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova is looking unstoppable in her quest for a third Grand Slam singles title.
tv: Australian Open Semi Finals Live sopcast links
Australian open live streaming semifinals sopcast ,media player and real player links
Watch Roger Federer vs Novak Djokovic Live Online
Today marks Federer and Djokovic's third Grand Slam meeting, 6th straight meeting on hard court. Djokovic has yet to drop a set here, but Federer has not conceded a set to Djokovic in their previous two Slam meetings at the 2007 Australian Open and 2007 US Open.
Future world number 1 defeats Rafa...
We French started indeed to wonder if Tsonga might not be onto something, but today was definitely his "out this world" day. Hope he turns the final into his "out of this universe" day. Thanks nevertheless for the great review and the "future world number 1" headline!
Sizzling Sharapova Is In The Finals
Maria Sharapova advanced to her second straight Australian Open by beating Jelena Jankovic 6-3 6-1
Battle of the Tennis Hotties Down Under
Two of the tennis world's most marketable female stars will meet in the finals of the Austrailian Open this weekend in Melbourne. Maria Sharapova will face Ana Ivanovic in a match that is sure to attract the attention of warm blooded males across the planet.
Roger Federer vs Novak Djokovic: Semi Final of Australian Op
Roger Federer is going to take on third seed Novak Djokovic in today's semi final of Australian Open 2008. The match has already made headlines many times and is now the center of all attention.
Just Getting Their Feet Wet--whose on top?
The Australian Open has grown from relative obscurity in recent years into one of the most exciting, well known tournaments on the Tennis calendar.
Maria Sharapova vs Ana Ivanovic: Who will Win?
Maria Sharapova and Ana Ivanovic will face each other in the final of Australian Open 2008. Both Sharapova and Ivanovic are in their prime form. So, it is expected to see an exciting final.
Roger Federer vs. Novak Djokovic Australian Open Preview
Roger Federer vs. Novak Djokovic Australian Open Preview - Tennis News at Tennis-X.com
Roger Federer Race To The Win
SWISS ace Roger Federer was last night pushed to the brink of the biggest upset in his dominant reign, forced into a pulsating five-set epic against Serbian Janko Tipsarevic.
Nadal out of the Australian Open.
Thats right, 2nd seed Rafael Nadal lost to unseeded frenchman Jo-Wlfried Tsonga in a surprising 6-2 6-3 6-2 upset.
Australian Open - Federer books Djokovic date - Yahoo! Euros
World number one Roger Federer battled past American James Blake 7-5 7-6 6-4 to set up a semi-final clash with Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.
Federer vs. Djokovic, Tale of the Tape - US Open - Tennis -
New York Times reporters and editors will following the United States Open tennis tournament.
Maria Sharapova-Russian Sexy Tennis Queen
The exciting match is over. The tennis world thrill about this match. Nobody can say that who will be winner? Henin or Maria? But the Maria's fan are enjoy this cause their tennis Princess Maria win this time. At last Maria Sharapova defeat world No. 1 Justine Henin. Last 8 match Henin easily defeat Maria but this time Maria win!
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Djokovic destroys Ferrer
Novak Djokovic overran Spanish fifth seed David Ferrer in straight sets to reach the semi-finals of the Australian Open today.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
My Sister I Stand Alone
Serena failed to defend her Aussie open championship but can Venus keep it in the family......K-Boogie at www.sidelineshow.com
Sharapova sizzles against helpless Henin
Maria Sharapova inflicted world No.1 Justine Henin's first loss since Wimbledon last year with a stirring 6-4 6-0 victory to advance to the semi-finals of the Australian Open.
Maria Sharapova's Father Is An Assassin
Yuri Sharapova was caught making a throat-slashing gesture after his daughter beat world #1 Justin Henin. Richard Williams is reportedly impressed.
Princess does it
The exciting match is over. The tennis world thrill about this match. Nobody can say that who will be winner? Henin or Maria? But the Maria's fan are enjoy this cause their tennis Princess Maria win this time.
Video:Sania Mirza winning her first match at Australian Open
Court Side amateur video of Indian Tennis Player Sania Mirza at match point in her first Asutralian Open Singles match 2008
Sizzling Sharapova Trashes Hopeful Henin
Maria Sharapova ended Justine Henin's 32 match winning streak by trashing Henin 6-4 6-0
Roger Federer fires coach for sleeping with his girlfriend
Roger Federer fired his long-time coach today amid allegations that the man was sleeping with Federer's girlfriend Mirka Vavrinec. The first warning sign came when Federer found his girlfriend on the phone 'talking dirty' to his coach....
NFL Championships or Ladies Pro Tennis?
Sunday comes. I am thinking Tom Brady. I have visions of Brett Farve performing his magic on the frozen tundra. Randy Moss dancing and jiving in the end zone. After all, it's only the Super Bowl that's on the line. Then, my queen asks me if I would like to go watch the ladies pro tennis championship matches with her. Huh?
Roger Federer is beatable: Tennis world wants scalp
With the end of the Australian Open nearing and the Fed Express not showing great form, the tennis world is calling for someone to step up to the plate and beat Roger Federer...
Tsonga powers into semi-final
Unseeded Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has continued his giant-killing run through the Australian Open after seeing off 14th seed Mikhail Youzhny in straight sets to advance to his first Grand Slam semi-final.
Monday, January 21, 2008
Serena Williams out of Australian Open tennis
Serbia's Jelena Jankovic became only the second player in seven years to beat Serena Williams at the Australian Open, ousting the defending champion 6-3 6-4 in the quarter-finals today.
Roger Federer Won
WORLD No.1 Roger Federer has survived a major scare in his third round match against unseeded Serb Janko Tipsarevic at the Australian Open in Melbourne. Federer, who is chasing a third straight Australian Open title, fought back to win 6-7 (5-7) 7-6 (7-1) 5-7 6-1 10-8 in a match that lasted four hours and 27 minutes.
Lleyton Hewitt beaten by Novak Djokovic
Drained and visibly fatigued, Lleyton Hewitt displayed refreshing class in defeat, refusing to blame his third-round "all-nighter" or Open officials for failing to produce his best tennis in his 7-5 6-3 6-3 loss to Novak Djokovic last night.
Straight Sets Send Serena Home, Keep Nadal In at Aussie Open
Jelena Jankovic overpowered and committed fewer errors to send defending champion Serena Williams packing from the Australian Open. Rafael Nadal used his signature defensive skills and intensity to dispatch Jarkko Nieminen and move into his first hard court Grand Slam semifinal match of his career.
No favoritism for Fed
Roger Federer says he doesn't expect any special treatment just because he's world No.1.
Australias last hope: Lleyton Hewitt bows out of Open
Match summary of the 4th round mens singles match between world number 3 Novak Djokovic of Serbia and the 19th seed Australian Lleyton Hewitt.
Watch Australian Open 2008 Quarter Finals Live Online
Justine Henin will put her 32-match winning streak on the line against Maria Sharapova in the Australian Open quarterfinals, their first meeting since the season-ending championship final in Madrid.
Fireworks expected on Day 9
If the quarter-final between Justine Henin and Maria Sharapova is only half as enthralling as the pair's last meeting, then Melbourne Park fans will be in for another exciting night of tennis on Day 9.
Who will be the winner?
In quarter-final, Maria Sharapova meets Justine Henin who has seven Grand Slam titles at Melbourne Park. The fans will be in for another exciting night of tennis on Day 9.
Australian Open - Halfway Report
Here we are at the half way point of the season's first Grand Slam, and there have been several moments worth reflecting on. So in no particular order, here are some thoughts and observations. By TENNISGRANDSTAND
Free Live Tennis, Watch The Australian Open
Free live tennis. Watch the Australian open and the best player in the world, Roger Federer in action.
AusOpen 2008: A Dose Of Controversies
The first week at the Australian Open was a controversial one with Cypriot and flamboyant player Marcos Baghdatis playing the lead role in what should be a Razzie nominated movie. In the movie Baghdatis was seen with friends at a barbecue holding a flare while chanting "Turks out." Bluntly put: This is racism.
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