Paris 2014: Quick Hits

Novak Djokovic has strengthened his claim to the #1 ranking. More importantly, he looked like himself for the first time since Wimbledon. Nole is on the cusp of a 4th year finished at #1 and a 4th WTF. London should be fun.
Milos Raonic shook off one-sided losses to Federer at Wimbledon and Cincinnati to secure his London spot. Still, Milos has yet to find his better form in his biggest matches. His two Masters 1000 finals appearances and one Grand Slam semifinal appearance have resulted in thrashings.
Tomas Berdych acquitted himself well throughout 2014.
Marin Cilic’ decision to not play Paris may pay off in London, but I also think David Ferrer would have had a gripe if he had passed Cilic’s ranking total.
Andy Murray has rounded into form, but his one-sided losses to Nole in Beijing and Paris show that he is not at his Wimbledon 2012-Wimbledon 2013 form yet.
Plus One – Caorline Wozniacki ran a great time at the New York Marathon and qualified for the Boston Marathon despite it being her first stint at that distance. She also raised awareness and money for a good cause called Team for Kids.

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