Australian Open 2016: Women’s Final Live Blog

TENNIS! pic.twitter.com/zsCQGYpDIV — Svenja Mastroberardi (@svenja_mastro) January 30, 2016 2-1 Kerber – 1 Break Lead to the Underdog Kerber now has a bit of breathing room and has applied some scoreboard pressure to Serena Williams.  The crowd seems to be solidly behind the underdog so Kerber staying even or ahead makes the crowd a factor…

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Australian Open 2016 – Final Predictions

Originally posted on Tennis Predictions:
Firstly, here’s my scorecard for the semi-finals: Serena Williams defeats Agnieszka Radwanska in straight sets   (Correct) Angelique Kerber defeats Johanna Konta in three sets   (Correct winner but in straight sets) Novak Djokovic defeats Roger Federer in four sets   (Correct) Andy Murray defeats Milos Raonic in four sets   (Correct winner but…

Australian Open 2016 Men’s Singles Final Preview

Originally posted on Mohd Najmie:
Murray and Djokovic have been superior in both their serving and returning/receiving. That is why they definitely deserved their spots in the final, as well as their top 2 rankings. Djokovic won an average 71% of his serve points in the first six matches leading to the final, while Murray…

Australian Open 2016: Serena Williams vs. Angelique Kerber Championship Prediction

Serena Williams vs. Angelique Kerber Styles Make Matches Angelique Kerber is an excellent player whose game is built around a powerful lefty forehand, excellent movement, and a fighting spirit.  Kerber’s biggest weakness is her serve.  Serena Williams also possesses a fighting spirit and powerful ground strokes, but her serve is a major strength.  This leaves…

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Is Raonic the second coming of Sampras?

Originally posted on Grand Slam Magazine:
by Christopher Johnson — Is Milos Raonic the second coming of Pete Sampras? It’s still early in his career, and Milos hasn’t won a slam yet. Pete won 14 majors, including 7 at Wimbledon. Yet Raonic, more than any other player on tour, is drawing comparisons with Sampras. Raonic…

2016 Australian Open- Milos Raonic vs Andy Murray

Originally posted on addictedtotennisblog:
An extremely interesting Australian Open semi-final clash sees 13th seed Milos Raonic take on 2nd seed Andy Murray in a match between two men playing good tennis. This match takes place at around 19:30 Melbourne Time (08:30 UK Time) and the winner will face 1st seed Novak Djokovic in the final…

Tennis History: Novak and Roger’s 2008 & 2016 Aussie Matches

5 set points? No problem 2007: Roger Thrives and Novak Arrives Novak Djokovic announced his presence in the top tier of tennis in 2007.  Early in 2007, Novak played well at Indian Wells and then dominated the Miami event.  His semifinal runs at Roland Garros and Wimbledon were followed by a Masters Canada win and…

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Set Points: Highlights from Day 11 at the Australian Open

Originally posted on Moo's Tennis Blog:
The 2016 women’s Australian Open final is all set and will take place on Saturday evening in Melbourne between Serena Williams and Angelique Kerber. This will be the final ‘Set Points’ of the tournament… I’ve really enjoyed producing this new feature and hopefully you have enjoyed it too! I…