All Articles Tagged 'US' (46)

The Frame

In older times the ball was addressed squarely with the strings.

In modern tennis you approach the ball with the racquet’s frame, the upper edge, starting from below the ball for topspin, the lower edge, starting…

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Added by Oscar Wegner on September 25, 2013 at 12:00am — No Comments

This Week in Tennis September 15 2012: The 10 Greatest Female Tennis Players of All-Time

Professional Photographer/Tennis Blogger Craig Doyle joins Phil to review the 2012 Men's and Ladies Finals, the apparent demise of Super Saturday and share their lists as to who they believe are the top ten female tennis players of all-time. You might me surprised at who they each selected.

To listen to the program from the site please click the link…

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Added by Phil Naessens Tennis Academy on September 15, 2012 at 6:44am — No Comments

Andy Murray runs up a $1408 bar tab...despite just having a lemon soda

THE tennis champ was toasting his US Open victory in sober fashion while his pals enjoyed pricier options.

ANDY MURRAY sipped a $6 lemon soda to celebrate his US Open win … while mum Judy, girlfriend Kim Sears and other pals ran up a $1408 bar bill.

The Hakkasan Japanese restaurant in Manhattan had been closed for half-an-hour when the 30-strong party…

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Added by Steven White on September 15, 2012 at 6:18am — 1 Comment

This Week in Tennis September 8, 2012: Bernard Tomic and Milos Raonic; A Tale of Two Tennis Players

Craig Doyle joins Phil on this week’s program. Please listen in as they discuss Bernard Tomic, Milos Raonic, Roger Federer, should a roof be built at Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong Stadiums, the upcoming 2012 US Open men’s semi finals between Andy…

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Added by Phil Naessens Tennis Academy on September 10, 2012 at 12:42am — No Comments

Jan Kodes: Will We See A New US Open Champion?

Posted by Steven White, Author and illustrator of "Bring Your Racquet" http://www.amazon.com/dp/1933794240

By Jan Kodes

Jan Kodes of the Czech Republic, the 1973 Wimbledon champion, 1970-71 French Open champion…

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Added by Steven White on September 8, 2012 at 9:35am — 1 Comment

Novak Djokovic: Why the Reigning US Open Champion Will Win in Flushing Again

Perhaps he’s not yet forced Roger Federer to abdicate his throne as the king of the hard courts, but Novak Djokovic is certainly capable—and worthy—of wearing the crown. He will prove that once again when he wins his second major of the year—and second consecutive US Open.

It’s fair to point to Djokovic’s struggles in 2012—he lost in the semifinals at Wimbledon, he failed to…

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Added by Steven White on August 26, 2012 at 3:38pm — 1 Comment

Stosur Out to Prove U.S. Open Win Was No Fluke

Australian Samantha Stosur vowed on Saturday to prove her stunning victory over Serena Williams in last year's U.S. Open final was no fluke.

The unpredictable…

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Added by Steven White on August 25, 2012 at 1:36pm — No Comments

Olympus US Open Series Preview (My guest post on GrandSlamGal.com)

This Week in Tennis did a guest post for GrandSlamGal.com yesterday. Please take a look at the Olympus US Open Series Preview.

Added by WTA Today on July 25, 2011 at 3:46am — No Comments

Go to the US OPEN and get paid

Just wanted to post the Job information for a position to the 2011 US OPEN. Its a great way to make it to this spectacular tournament and get paid!...check out the posting at careersintennis.com. It might be a long shot but you never know, especially if you already have some experience.

Added by patrick m on June 23, 2011 at 2:42am — 1 Comment

Already deeply regretting my decision

May 11, 2010 - Madrid, C. A. Madrid, Spain - MADRID, 11/05/2010.- Italian tennis player Flavia Pennetta regrets after missing a point against German Andrea Petkovic during their Madrid Masters 1000 tournament's second round match played at the Magic Box Tennis Center in Madrid, central Spain, 11 May 2010. Petkovic won 7-6 (7/3) and 6-4.

I can’t believe I’m not going to the US Open this year. What was I thinking? Why did I allow my secretary to book me solid with patients on September 7th, which is normally the day I reserve for recovery and recuperation from a Labor Day weekend of tennis? Can I really, truly make it through the year… Continue

Added by tennischick on August 26, 2010 at 7:05pm — No Comments

Ana Ivanovic - On and Off

Ana Ivanovic had a breakthrough in tennis as she won her first WTA title in 2005. She went on to perform to her highest standards and made it…

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Added by TennisEarth on July 30, 2010 at 5:21am — No Comments

ambassador Andrew Young Named Honaray Chairman For The Atlanta Tennis Championships

In the First of its 2010 Olympus US Open Series Legacy Program

USTA to Refurbish Tennis Courts at the Andrew and Walter Young YMCA

ATLANTA, GA, JULY 12, 2010 – The Atlanta Tennis Championships named Andrew Young, former U. S. Ambassador to the United Nations and noted civic and business leader in Atlanta, the honorary chairman of the…

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Added by H.A.A.T. on July 12, 2010 at 5:06pm — No Comments

Venus Williams : 'Moving away from Glory'

Most of us recognize Venus Williams as a five time Wimbledon champion, some even consider her the best server in women's tennis and others simply praise her for being an exceptional ambassador for women's sport. Though for Venus Williams herself, finding an identity, atleast on court, is becoming increasingly difficult.

As blatant as it may sound, there is not even a percentage of accusative element in the statement mentioned above and in an effort to present the readers with the… Continue

Added by TennisEarth on November 6, 2009 at 1:28am — No Comments

What’s behind Serena’s Fed Cup withdrawal?

Sony Ericsson Championships - Doha 2009 - Day Six

Barely a week ago, The International Tennis Federation (ITF) confirmed Serena as part of the team representing the US in the upcoming Federation Cup finals match. I was more than a bit surprised because Serena has not played Fed Cup all year. But the decision seemed in keeping with her thrust to close out 2009 in a spectacular fashion. (She must still be pissed over losing at… Continue

Added by tennischick on November 1, 2009 at 7:33pm — No Comments

US Open 2009: Something OLD, Something NEW....and a 'Line Call'

The 2009 US Open turned out to be a mixed bag of emotions for some of it's biggest players as every single day brought a new star in the horizon.

The 2009 Championship at Flushing Meadows will be long remembered for not one but several reasons as the amazing fortnight came to an end with two of the most surprising winners getting away with the silverware.

A mere mention of the "Story of the tournament" can spark heated discussions among fans but the truth is that each and… Continue

Added by Rohit Sharma on September 18, 2009 at 7:07am — No Comments

The promise of Heather Watson

I wish I could say that I saw Heather Watson play at the 2009 US Open. But the truth is that I did not. Having had my heart repeatedly broken by supposedly promising Juniors who somehow never seemed to deliver, I no longer invest as emotionally in the Juniors as I once did.

And lest you think that I am being just a fair-weather fan, let me assure you… Continue

Added by tennischick on September 17, 2009 at 7:18pm — No Comments

You can take the woman out of Compton

You know the expression. I don’t have to complete it for you. And it will be one of the ways in which the manner in which Serena Williams lost the 2009 US Open semi-finals will always be understood. Some will say that Serena behaved like a thug when she raised her racket in a threatening manner towards the diminutive Asian lineswoman and was possibly overheard… Continue

Added by tennischick on September 13, 2009 at 7:30am — 8 Comments

Is there a ticket scam on at the US Open?

Opening day of US Open tennis in New York

I’ve been going to the US Open since 1999. The first time I went, I was alone, a novice feeling her way around a major tournament. I was picked up in turn by an elderly Jewish couple with season tickets, a father and son from Columbia, and a Junior player who had lost in his opening round and needed someone to latch on to until his parents could… Continue

Added by tennischick on September 9, 2009 at 6:00pm — 2 Comments

Monfils v. Rafa Tonight at US Open - Chance to Get Free Prince EXO3 Rebel 95

Via @Prince_Tennis on Twitter:

Free EXO3 Rebel 95 (Monfils' racquet choice) to person who provides best (140 char.) insight to @prince_tennis why Monfils will win tonight

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Added by Prince on September 8, 2009 at 11:08am — No Comments

LIVE - Dinara Safina vs Kristina Barrois

World number one Dinara Safina manages to win again 'somehow' defeating the charismatic Kristina Barrois in three sets as she rallied from behind to win after over 2 hours and 12 minutes of intense battle. Safina won 6-7 6-2 6-3.

The match reminded of Safina's first round match against Rogowska where she had lost the first set too, but rallied to win.

Added by TennisEarth on September 3, 2009 at 12:49pm — No Comments