[2] Andy Murray (GBR) vs [8] David Ferrer (ESP) David Ferrer has had some success versus Andy Murray, but he is decidedly the underdog heading into this match. Ferrer has played quite well at this event, and my predictions have been wrong on him in multiple rounds. I think Ferrer’s best chance at victory comes with Murray…
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Australian Open 2016: Johanna Konta vs. Shuai Zhang Quarterfinal Prediction
Johanna Konta (GBR) vs Shuai Zhang (CHN) Anyone saying they picked this quarterfinal is likely a savant, a random number generator, or a liar. Both players have achieved more than anyone expected when the tournament started, and both players are presented with a unique opportunity to reach a Grand Slam semifinal or further perhaps changing her…
Australian Open 2016: Angelique Kerber vs. Victoria Azarenka Quarterfinal Prediction
I don’t think it will be quite this close [7] Angelique Kerber (GER) vs [14] Victoria Azarenka (BLR) This should be a great match. Kerber posted many good results in 2015 outside of the majors. I compared her 2015 to Magnus Norman’s 1999 campaign. Norman turned his solid 1999 showings into an Australian Open semifinal, a Roland…
Australian Open 2016: Novak Djokovic vs. Kei Nishikori Quarterfinal Prediction
Cooler Evening Conditions Should Help Nole Can Kei Derail Nole Again? [1] Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs [7] Kei Nishikori (JPN) I have some friends who are Djokovic fans and who worry about leg weariness after his 5 set battle with Gilles Simon. I think this being an evening match is a major plus for Novak. The extreme heat…
Australian Open 2016: Roger Federer vs. Tomas Berdych Quarterfinal Prediction
One More Time: [3] Roger Federer (SUI) vs [6] Tomas Berdych (CZE) Roger Federer lost his first meeting with Tomas Berdych at the 2004 Olympic games. Since that time the two have met 20 additional times. Roger leads their overall head-to-head 16-5. Berdych does own wins over Roger at both Wimbledon and the US Open. He also pushed…
Australian Open 2016: Radwanska vs. Suarez Navarro Quarterfinal Prediction
Crafty Tactician vs. Shotmaker:[4] Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) vs [10] Carla Suárez Navarro (ESP) This should be a fun match. Carla Suarez Navarro hits a sweet one-handed backhand and is capable of generating impressive shots from tough spots on the court. Radwanska works her way through matches with consistency and an ability to adapt her skills to the situation…
Australian Open 2016: Serena Williams vs. Maria Sharapova Quarterfinal Prediction
Rematch or Revenge: [1] Serena Williams (USA) vs [5] Maria Sharapova (RUS) These two have met in many important matches, and Serena Williams has won all of these matches for more than a decade. The reasons for their one-sided match record break down as follows: Both Players are Good at First Strike Tennis and Taking Over a Point…
Australian Open 2016: Day 8 Men’s Predictions
This fairly intense exhibition match went to Raonic Predicted Winners in BOLD [4] Stan Wawrinka (SUI) vs [13] Milos Raonic (CAN) – This is the match of the day. Each man won a tune-up event, and each man has played well to reach this point. I am torn. I think experience will help Stan, but Milos has…
Australian Open 2016: Day 8 Women’s Predictions
Predicted Winners in BOLD [7] Angelique Kerber (GER) vs. Annika Beck (GER) – I think Kerber is the biggest beneficiary of this half of the draw imploding. Vika likely would have gone deep regardless, but Kerber can build on her strong 2015 season by making a late round at the opening slam of 2016. [14] Victoria Azarenka…
Australian Open 2016: Day 7 Men’s Predictions
Predicted Winners in BOLD [1] Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs [14] Gilles Simon (FRA) – I love Gilles, but this mountain is too high to climb. Novak should win in 3 sets. [3] Roger Federer (SUI) vs [15] David Goffin (BEL) – Goffin could win this match. He is playing quite well and Thiem is good sparring for facing Federer. Still, Federer likely…
Tennis Abides: Dan Martin on Tennis and Life 