French Open 2015: Novak Djokovic vs. Rafael Nadal Quarterfinal Prediction

[1] Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs [6] Rafael Nadal (ESP) This match has been talked about since Rafa’s ranking dropped to the point that it might be possible. Once the Roland Garros draw was announced, this seeming inevitability of this match has loomed over the rest of the tournament.  It is now here.  Rafa reached this point by looking…

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French Open 2015: Is this the Biggest Quarterfinal Ever?

Is this the Biggest Quarterfinal Ever? Due to a lot of top talents producing outstanding and consistent results, tennis has had a lot of best ever and GOAT descriptions thrown around.  This certainly is a big quarterfinal, but there have been others: 1985 and 1986 Wimbledon champion Boris Becker defeated 1987 Wimbledon champion Pat Cash…

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French Open QF preview and pick: Murray vs. Ferrer

Originally posted on The Grandstand:
A semifinal spot will be at stake when Andy Murray and David Ferrer square off at Roland Garros on Wednesday. The winner earns a date with either Novak Djokovic or Rafael Nadal. Andy Murray and David Ferrer will be meeting for the 16th time in their careers when they collide…

French Open 2015: Andy Murray vs. David Ferrer Quarterfinal Prediction

[3] Andy Murray (GBR) vs [7] David Ferrer (ESP) Andy Murray is playing the best clay court tennis of his career at the right time This match has a few wrinkles in it.  David Ferrer has typically struggled with the Big 4.  He does however hold a 2012 Roland Garros victory over Andy Murray.  Ferrer also holds a…

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French Open 2015: Bacsinszky vs. Uytvanck Quarterfinal Prediction

[23] Timea Bacsinszky (SUI) vs. Alison Van Uytvanck (BEL) It is hard finding highlights for either player The new Swiss Miss has a chance to solidify her status as a top 25 player.  Alison Van Uytvanck stands in her way.  Alison’s game has a bit more variety and touch than Bacsinszky’s, but the Swiss is quite…

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Roland Garros 2015: Tweets from 2 June 2015

Celebration. (AP, AFP, REUTERS) http://t.co/XfPVeAC6bb pic.twitter.com/BwQDvPDlEU — Joe Fleming (@ByJoeFleming) June 2, 2015 Gritty @luciesafarova reaches RG semis. MORE: http://t.co/6Cpm4yjPWM #RG15 pic.twitter.com/QCQt5oQxsp — Roland Garros (@rolandgarros) June 2, 2015 It's on! Our first men's semi-final has been decided – #Wawrinka v #Tsonga. Who's your pick? #RG15 pic.twitter.com/JYLSeRn9WT — Roland Garros (@rolandgarros) June 2, 2015 "It's…

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