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<< previous page 1 next page>> written by Ally White Rafael Nadal, a Spaniard of 22 years and world No.1, won the final at the Monte Carlo Masters by beating the Serbian Novak Djokovic 6-3, 2-6, 6-1 this past Sunday in two hours and 43 minutes. This is the Spaniard’s 5th straight title in this tournament and he is now the first player to win five consecutive games in Monte Carlo. written by Ally White The 27-year-old and seeded No.2, Roger Federer advanced to the fourth round of the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami by beating the German Nicolas Keifer 6-4, 6-1. It was a great game for the Swiss, who had to play with strong winds and with a little bit of rain. written by Ally White The Spaniard of 22-years-old and No.1 of the world, Rafael Nadal had a great performance in the second round of Indian Wells by beating the German Michael Berrer 6-2, 6-1. The game was well-played by the Spaniard, who did not have any difficulties at it since the German didn’t challenge Nadal in any way. written by Ally White The 5-time Grand Slam champion and currently No.1 of the world, Rafael Nadal, was able to maintain his unbelievable record of not losing a set in this tournament by beating Fernando Gonzalez in great way 6-3, 6-2, 6-4. written by Ally White The 21-year-old Scottish, Andy Murray, proclaimed himself the champion of the Qatar Open this past weekend by beating Andy Roddick 6-4, 6-2 in the final. This became his sixth victory in 8 matches with the American. The Scottish played in great way this tournament and has improved consistently in his game. written by Ally White The Spanish team defeated in an amazing way the host team Argentina at the Davis Cup and captured their third title in a decade. Fernando Verdasco won the tournament final on Sunday when he beat in 3 hours and 56 minutes the Argentinean Jose Acasuso in five sets 6-3, 6-7(3), 4-6, 6-3, 6-1, giving Spain a 3-1 lead and the title of the Davis Cup. written by Ally White The Spanish team defeated in an amazing way the host team Argentina at the Davis Cup and captured their third title in a decade. Fernando Verdasco won the tournament final on Sunday when he beat in 3 hours and 56 minutes the Argentinean Jose Acasuso in five sets 6-3, 6-7(3), 4-6, 6-3, 6-1, giving Spain a 3-1 lead and the title of the Davis Cup. written by Ally White The French of 23-years old Gilles Simon upset the No.2 of the world Roger Federer in the first game of the Tennis Masters Cup in Shanghai by beating him 4-6, 6-4, 6-3. written by Ally White The No.4 of the world of 23 years old, Andy Murray, captured his fourth ATP title of the year at the Madrid Masters in Spain by beating the French and world No.10 Gilles Simons 6-4, 7-6(8/6). It was a closed game but at the end the victory was for the British player, especially after his 10 aces and saving two set points in a tiebreaker. written by Ally White The 26 years old Argentinean David Nalbandian, who is the favorite to win the Stockholm Open and is the top-seeded of the tournament, moved on to the second round of the tournament by beating the American tennis player, rank 82th Bobby Reynolds, 6-1, 6-1. Nalbandian defeated Reynolds just in 55 minutes playing a great tennis. written by Claudia Beckford And the action just does not stop at Flushing Meadows where the last players standing in the female tournament, the American Serena Williams and the Serbian Jelena Jankovic met last night after almost two weeks of consecutive games, each player had to face six different rivals in order to arrive to the Grand Slam final which was played at the Arthur Ashley stadium. written by Claudia Beckford Some days after the most fierce tennis match we have witnessed at Wimbledon between the world number one Roger Federer and the new crowned title holder; second best tennis player Rafael Nadal; another chapter of action unveils as we get closer to the beginning of the Olympic Games in Beijing, China next month of August.
written by Ally White The Spaniard Rafael Nadal simply took everything from his opponent Roger Federer to conquer his fourth consecutive French Open title. written by Cindy Ferguson Since it started, the 2008 French Open at Roland Garros has had everything but boredom, even though there have been some expected results; there have also been very unexpected and exciting events in the tournament, especially at the final rounds. written by Ally White The twin Bob Bryan 6.4 ft, and his brother Mike Bryan with one inch shorter have been making a big impression in the ATP tournaments as a duo. At the French Open the Bryans had to face the couple of the yet taller Americans, Sam Querry of 6-6 ft and John Isner of 6-9 ft. written by Claudia Beckford And so the action begins…one of the most important ATP tennis events will take place at the red sandy Philippe Chatrier and Suzanne Lenglen courts of Roland Garros within a few days. The second Grand Slam of the year which is known as the summit of the clay court season will start on Sunday May 25th and it is already on scheduled that 16 more matches will be played during the first round that very day. written by Claudia Beckford Spain’s number two tennis player, David Ferrer has been capturing the attention of the media in his native country as well as worldwide due to his remarkable appearances at the 2007 French Open where he reached the third round, the 2007 US Open where he won over countryman Rafael Nadal reaching the semi finals and his latest at the 2008 Australian Open. Ferrer who turned pro in 2000 and ever since has been growing as a top professional tennis player on all surfaces; had his most notable achievements in 2007 when he broke into the top five and has remained there for some time now. written by Claudia Beckford The Spaniard Rafael Nadal has become the first player to win the Monte Carlo Masters title for the fourth consecutive time last Sunday by beating the world No 1 tennis player the Swiss Roger Federer during their encounter on one of the most exclusive French clay courts. written by Claudia Beckford
The 2008 US $2,450,000 French Masters Series event played in Monte Carlo, Monaco has just began. This senior championship first started back in 1897 and throughout the years has gathered the best male tennis players from around the globe.
written by Claudia Beckford And history continues to write itself as this year’s results continue to interest us even more; up to this point we have seemed some ATP International Series Gold tournaments, one ATP Master Series; the Indian Wells Masters better known as the Pacific Life Open which is played on hard courts in California and the very first jewel of the sport the Australian Grand Slam. written by Claudia Beckford For 11-straight days we will be able to watch a daily coverage of the best tennis in the world played at Melbourne Park, Australia. This is the very first Grand Slam of the year 2008 and it comes full of expectations for many of us; as the questions keep arising on whether Federer will conquer his third Australian Slam or will the crown be passed on to another alike such as: the Serb Djokovick or the 2007 best come back of the year the Argentinean Nalbandian or the United States’ best-hope Roddick or even the full-recovered Ranging Bull the Spaniard Rafael Nadal. written by Claudia Beckford A new year is approaching and a new challenge for the best tennis players around the world is already on its way. In less than one month, we will have the chance to experience one of the best tennis moments of the year; the first tennis Grand Slam - the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. written by Julie Smith Once again Nadal bitted World Number One Roger Federer extending his Open Era in Monte Carlo Masters Series. The double French Open champion who has not lost on the slow surface since 2005 became the second player to win three straight titles in the principality. written by Aurel Radulescu Sometimes referred to as ‘Rafa,’ Rafael Nadal is a native of Spain who has made a large impact in the world of tennis. Born June 3, 1986 in Manacor, Mallorca, Rafael Nadal is the son of Sebastian and Ana Maria Nadal. << previous page 1 next page>> |