Predicted Winners in BOLD Quarterfinals Novak Djokovic (2) vs. Juan Martin del Potro (7) – Delpo can beat Nole in a big match as he did so at the Olympic games, but Novak should advance in 4 sets. David Ferrer (4) vs. Janko Tipsarevic (8) – Will Tipsy’s rage fuel an upset? No. Ferrer is…
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10 Olympic Takeaways
Serena Williams adds to her sublime legacy with decisive gold medals in singles and doubles. Serena has career Golden Slams in singles and doubles now. Fodder for a GOAT debate? Speed Kills – Andy Murray took a huge step by winning 5 straight sets over Djokovic and Federer en route to a gold medal in…
Post Olympic Power Ranking
Dan Martin’s 2012 Power Rankings for the Week of August 6 through August 12 This is later than usual, but I had good reason for the delay. 1. Roger Federer – Federer has won 5 titles in 2012 including Wimbledon, he just added a silver medal to his career haul, and just turned 31. It…
Post Wimbledon Power Ranking for the Week of July 9 – July 15, 2012
Dan Martin’s 2012 Power Rankings for the Week of July 9 through July 15 A Lot of Changes Due to Wimbledon 1. Roger Federer – His Wimbledon win means Roger Federer has a tour leading 5 titles for 2012. Like Rafa, Roger also has two Masters 1000 titles this year. Change from last ranking +…
Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Round of 16 Predictions
Predicted Winners in BOLD Monday, 2 July, 2012 Singles – Fourth Round [1] N Djokovic (SRB) vs V Troicki (SRB) Nole should reign supreme in this battle of Serbian contenders. [3] R Federer (SUI) vs X Malisse (BEL) Malisse is a tricky veteran. The youthful Federer lost to Tommy Haas when he last faced a…
Power Ranking for the Week of June 11 – June 17
Dan Martin’s 2012 Power Rankings for the Week of June 11 through June 17 The French Open Reshapes My Top 10 1. Rafael Nadal – A French Open title, two Masters 1000 titles and 3 consecutive wins over Nole have Rafa moving into the top spot. Change from last ranking +1 2. Novak Djokovic –…
French Open Predictions for June 5, 2012
Predicted Winners in BOLD My Men’s Picks are Currently Standing at a Healthy 20 correct -4 incorrect Quarterfinals Novak Djokovic (1) vs. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (5) – I like Novak to win in an entertaining match. I don’t expect this to be super close, but I could see this match go four sets. Roger Federer (3)…
French Open Predictions for June 3, 2012
Predicted Winner in BOLD Fourth Round Roger Federer (3) vs. David Goffin – Maybe Goffin plays a Gilles Simon-type of game and gets into Roger’s head. I think Goffin’s run is the most improbable and exciting of the first week, but I think Federer has to be the pick here. Novak Djokovic (1) vs. Andreas…
Big Man Tennis: JMDP vs. Cilic & Berdych vs. Anderson
Big Man Bracket We know that at least one of the eight quarterfinalists at the 2012 French Open will be at least 6’5″ or 196 cm tall. Juan Martin del Potro faces Marin Cilic in the round of 32. Both Delpo and Cilic are 6’6″ or 198 cm tall. This looked like a promising rivalry…
Power Ranking for the Week of May 14 – May 20
Dan Martin’s 2012 Power Rankings for the Week of May 14 through May 20 (a lot of changes from the last few weeks) 1. Novak Djokovic – Novak is the number one player in the world, but the next few months will be interesting. 2. Roger Federer – Titles in Dubai, Rotterdam, Indian Wells and Madrid…
Tennis Abides: Dan Martin on Tennis and Life 