The Clay to Grass Transition

I’ve never played tennis on a grass court, but I hope to correct that in the nearish future. The shift for professionals from clay to grass may not be as severe as it was when the speeds of the surfaces were more radically different.  Still, the footing on each surface is different.  I’ve included some…

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Tennis Power Ranking 2016: Novak Djokovic’s Hegemony

The 7th Tennis Power Ranking of 2016 Novak Djokovic – The world #1 just claimed his 4th consecutive major title!  His hold on the top spot is unquestioned.  There is a pretty big barrier between Novak and the field.   Andy Murray – Murray won Rome and was runner-up at both Roland Garros and Madrid.  He is…

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French Open 2016: Novak Conquers Roland Garros and Tennis

Novak Djokovic’s long march toward a Roland Garros singles title has involved many close calls.  Consider that Novak was runner-up at Roland Garros in 2012, 2014, and 2015.  His chase for this title was halted in the semifinal round in 2007, 2008, 2011, and 2013.  Novak also posted quarterfinal showings at Roland Garros in 2006…

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Muhammad Ali and Tennis

Preface I am a Louisville native, but even if I were not I would want to write something about Muhammad Ali’s passing.  He is probably the greatest and most globally recognizable ambassador the world of sports has ever produced.  Tennis and boxing have the element of one-on-one competition in common.  I will look at some…

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French Open 2016: Twitter Poll Results

Who will win the men's final at Roland Garros? #RolandGarros #FrenchOpen — Dan Martin (@DanMartinTennis) June 4, 2016 //platform.twitter.com/widgets.js This was interesting as well: Djokovic-Murray, First time No. 1 & No 2 will play for a Slam neither has won since 1984 https://t.co/Q5C5LB6pHC pic.twitter.com/hVp0aVHOMo — Christopher Clarey (@christophclarey) June 4, 2016 //platform.twitter.com/widgets.js

French Open 2016: Muguruza’s Rise

Garbine Muguruza won the 2016 Roland Garros title after spending much of her previous 52 weeks searching for the form that led her to 2015 Wimbledon final.  Muguruza was able to defeat Serena Williams by playing an incredible brand of tennis.  The Spaniard served big, volleyed well, hit big returns, and used her groundstrokes to…

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French Open 2016: Championship Polls

Jump on twitter and vote as well! Who wins at Roland Garros tomorrow? — Dan Martin (@DanMartinTennis) June 3, 2016 //platform.twitter.com/widgets.js Who will win the men’s final at Roland Garros? #RolandGarros #FrenchOpen — Dan Martin (@DanMartinTennis) June 4, 2016 //platform.twitter.com/widgets.js

French Open 2016: Serena Williams vs. Garbine Muguruza Championship Prediction

.@serenawilliams faces @GarbiMuguruza in the Roland Garros final on Saturday. Who will you be cheering for? #WTA pic.twitter.com/FHlBgT9iyU — TennisTV (@TennisTV) June 3, 2016 For the 2016 Roland Garros Title: Serena Williams vs. Garbine Muguruza Hello World!  Garbine became a player to watch after her 2014 dethroning of Serena We saw this match at the…

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