Rafael Nadal d. Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-1 This result was huge for a few reasons: Nadal cements his status as the favorite for the French Open in 2012* Nadal exercises some of his demons vs. Djokovic Nadal once again is the sole owner of the most Super 9/Masters Series/Masters 1000 titles Nadal most importantly wins…
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My Monte Carlo Pick and a Site Update
Superman and Kryptonite? As for the best possible Monte Carlo final ever, I think Novak Djokovic will win. It is not an easy pick as Nadal has won every match he has played at this prestigious event for the past eight years. Djokovic is dealing with the loss of a loved one as well. It…
Power Ranking for the Week of April 15-April 21
Dan Martin’s 2012 Power Rankings for the Week of April 15 through April 21 – Not a lot of change this week 1. Novak Djokovic – Novak is clearly the number one player in the world. 2. Roger Federer – Fed’s 2012 titles in Dubai, Rotterdam and Indian Wells have him holding the number two…
Rafael Nadal Nike Commercial
This is pretty cool
Power Rankings for the Week of March 18 through March 24
Dan Martin’s 2012 Power Rankings for the Week of March 18 through March 24 1. Novak Djokovic – Novak is still holding the top spot, but his loss to John Isner may mean 2011 is in the past. 2. Roger Federer – Fed’s titles in Dubai, Rotterdam and Indian Wells have him looking strong. 73…
Indian Wells Picks for 3-11-2012
My Predicted Winner in BOLD (Great slate of matches today) Roger Federer (3) vs. Denis Kudla – I would not be shocked to see Kudla make a good showing, but then again Federer crushed Tomic in Australia Feliciano Lopez (15) vs. Marcos Baghdatis – This could go either way, but Lopez has been more consistent….
Who Will Win Indian Wells? (Tennis Poll)
If it is someone else, David Ferrer’s form and Juan Martin del Potro’s power make them likely candidates.
Tennis’ Big Four – A > B > C > D > A?!?!
Andy Murray deserves congratulations for avenging his Australian Open loss to Novak Djokovic with a straight set victory over the dominant force in tennis. Nole will not have to wait until May to absorb his first loss this year. Roger Federer deserves congratulations for beating Juan Martin del Potro for a third time in 2012…
Tennis Abides: Dan Martin on Tennis and Life 