Originally posted on The Grandstand:
Novak Djokovic is a fresh off a fifth title in Beijing, where he is 24-0 lifetime. The world No. 1 is not quite as dominant in Shanghai, but to say he is not too shabby at the event would be an understatement. Djokovic boasts a 16-2 lifetime record and is…

Originally posted on The Grandstand:
Marin Cilic and Andy Murray are set for a blockbuster showdown on Friday in Beijing as they bid for a spot in the last four. Another all-seeded quarterfinal pits Tomas Berdych against John Isner. (4) Marin Cilic vs. (6) Andy Murray Cilic and Murray will be facing each other for…

Originally posted on The Triple Bagel:
As a rain delayed second round takes place today in Beijing, I take a look at how the top seeds have progressed to this stage of the China Open 2014 and how things are shaping up for the race to London’s World Tour Finals next month. Competition at Beijing…

Originally posted on Talking Baws:
Andy Murray‘s endorsement deal with Adidas looks set to finish at the end of this season – and he could make an unusual move to a niche clothing brand to replace them. The Scot has endured a difficult season, failing to make a final in any Grand Slam. But he’s…

Originally posted on Living Tennis:
It proved to be a frantic 24 hours for Mahesh Bhupathi and his brainchild, the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL)—a brand-new competition styled on cricket’s Indian Premier League. No sooner had he announced that Rafael Nadal, his headline act for the India-based team Micromax Indian Aces…. We regret to announce…