Masters Rome 2016: May 10th ATP Predictions

Predicted Winners in BOLD [6] Kei Nishikori (JPN) vs. Viktor Troicki (SRB) H2H – Kei has played well on clay as of late so based on his history he may lose here.  I, however, think he will be pretty steady in Rome. [9] David Ferrer (ESP) vs. [Q] Filippo Volandri (ITA) H2H – Ferrer doesn’t lose matches…

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Rome 2016: May 10th WTA Predictions

Predicted Winners in BOLD Eugenie Bouchard (CAN) vs. Jelena Jankovic (SRB) – I think JJ wins this match, but I’d prefer to be wrong. [1] Serena Williams (USA) vs. Anna-Lena Friedsam (GER) – Serena will enter Paris as a bit of an enigma, but a strong showing in Rome may evaporate some of the mystery. Daria Gavrilova…

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Tennis Power Ranking 2016: Novak Reigns in Spain?

The Fifth Tennis Power Ranking for 2016 He is the man Novak Djokovic – Novak bounced back from his loss at Monte Carlo with a strong showing in Madrid.  He lost only one set en route to his record 29th Masters 1000 Shield. Rafael Nadal – Rafa did lose to Andy Murray so staying second…

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The Tennis Doctor?

A quick note to all of my readers.  My output at Tennis Abides dipped a little after the 2016 Australian Open concluded.  That had a lot to do with defending my dissertation and completing the graduating process at the University of Dayton.  I look forward to an uptick in output on tennis in the coming…

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Madrid 2016: Djokovic vs. Murray Championship Prediction

#2 Andy Murray vs. #1 Novak Djokovic These two know what to expect heading into this match.  Murray is the defending champion and just halted a Nadal winning streak.  Djokovic is looking to once again be the sole leader in Masters 1000 Shields.  They staged a strange but exciting match in the semifinal round of…

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Madrid 2016: Cibulkova vs. Halep Championship Prediction

Dominika Cibulkova vs. Simona Halep This is potentially going to be a great match.  Both players when playing good tennis fight for every inch of the court and never surrender a point.  Each is playing well and healthy at the moment.  Cibulkova leads their head-to-head 3-1, but Halep’s one win was their only meeting on…

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Madrid 2016: Djokovic vs. Nishikori Semifinal Prediction

Kei Nishikori vs. Novak Djokovic Thus far in 2016, Kei has won Memphis, was runner-up in Miami, and runner-up at Barcelona.  Those 3 events alone have helped Nishikori bank 1150 ranking points.  Kei plays well on clay and has a great history in Madrid.  However, I don’t see him beating Novak in Madrid because I…

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Madrid 2016: Murray vs. Nadal Semifinal Prediction

I don’t see it being anywhere near this one-sided Andy Murray vs. Rafael Nadal Andy Murray lost to Rafael Nadal at Monte Carlo despite dominating the first set.  Did Murray let Rafa off of the hook?  Probably, but Murray could be in trouble if Rafa is a more confident player today than he was at…

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Madrid 2016: May 6th ATP Predictions

Predicted Winners in BOLD [2] Andy Murray (GBR) vs. [8] Tomas Berdych (CZE) H2H – Andy should win this match. Clay could impact this match to a degree, but Andy’s clay court game is better than most people recognize. [5] Rafael Nadal (ESP) vs. Joao Sousa (POR) – I think Rafa wins, but I expect Joao…

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Madrid 2016: May 6th WTA Predictions

Predicted Winners in BOLD Dominika Cibulkova (SVK) vs. [Q] Louisa Chirico (USA) – I like Cibulkova to win here and have a big remaining 2016.  She can certainly contend for an olympic medal and make second week runs at the remaining majors. [6] Simona Halep (ROU) vs. Samantha Stosur (AUS) – If Stosur dictates with…

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