Originally posted on The Grandstand:
The Grandstand presents its 2013 Matches of the Year, continuing with an honorable-mention group of Nos. 11-15. It includes one of Roger Federer’s best performances of the season—albeit in another loss to Rafael Nadal—and one of the five-setters between Novak Djokovic and Stanislas Wawrinka. Grigor Dimitrov d. Baghdatis 6-3, 5-7,…
Author: Dan Martin
I am a proud husband and father. I have my PhD from the University of Dayton and love theology, philosophy, ecology, and tennis among other things.
Field set for USTA Australian Open Wild Card Playoffs
Originally posted on The Grandstand:
The USTA has announced its entire field for the upcoming Australian Open Wild Card Playoffs. Rhyne Williams is back to defend his title and–more importantly–earn a spot in the main draw of 2014’s first Grand Slam. Denis Kudla, Rhyne Williams, Steve Johnson, Tennys Sandgren, Austin Krajicek, Bjorn Fratangelo, Chase Buchanan,…
Hutchins nearing return to tennis
Originally posted on The Grandstand:
Ross Hutchins is on course to return to tennis next month after sitting out the entire 2013 campaign while successfully battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Hutchins is currently in Miami training and practicing with Andy Murray and he is entered in the upcoming Brisbane International with long-time partner Colin Fleming. “I’ll do…
Challenger Tennis Top Ten Players To Watch For 2014: Player #3 Is…
Originally posted on Challenger Tennis:
Well, folks, since my first Player to Watch selection for 2014 was 17 years old, and my second PTW pick is 19 years old, I thought it only fair that I include an 18-year-old pick today, lest I be accused of ageism. Today’s player might not have as many junior…
Thanksgiving for a Tweet from Jimmy Connors
On the lighter side of things, I was very happy that Jimmy Connors read and enjoyed my reflection on his career. @DanMartinTennis thanks for that and happy you have a memory of some great times. Hope you are still loving the game — Jimmy Connors (@JimmyConnors) June 15, 2013
Rafa Roundup: November 23, 2013
Rafael Nadal Fans ARTICLES: Rafael Nadal Could End GOAT Debate With Calendar Slam in 2014 (via sports.yahoo.com) … The likelihood of Nadal completing the calendar does seem very low — microscopic, if you will. But don’t all great achievements start as a small improbability? Nadal sparkling on diamond anniversary (via marca.com) … According to a survey of…
"He has all the attributes required to lead the ATP World Tour forward" Federer on new ATP President Chris Kermode
Originally posted on Tennis Composure:
© Getty Images Today the ATP announced that Brit Chris Kermode will spearhead the ATP as its new Executive Chairman & President in a three year term starting from January 1st 2014. “It’s a huge honour to have been given the opportunity to lead the ATP during what is unquestionably…
