In April, tennis moved to clay courts. Here are the results, plus some other updates… [Read more…]
Grand Slam Plan Update: FO Only 4 Weeks to Go
It feels like forever since the Australian Open but fortunately the next slam, the French Open, is only 4 weeks away! [Read more…]
Monte Carlo 2012: Will it be Eight Straight for Rafa? Yes it Will!
The Monte Carlo Rolex Masters is the first ATP World Tour Masters 1000 tournament on clay for the year. The main draw starts on 15 April.
Rafael Nadal has won this tournament for the last seven years. Will he make it eight straight by winning in 2012? [Read more…]
Vamos Rafa! A Rafatastic Poem
To celebrate Rafa being back in Monte Carlo and trying for his eighth straight win there, I’m sharing this poem. [Read more…]
ATP Men’s Tennis Rankings: Can Roger Federer Regain the No.2 Spot?
The Clay season is about to begin. From Roger Federer’s perspective the big question is:Can he regain the No.2 spot before the French Open?
ATP Rule Change Limits Service Speed to 100 mph
I just came across this video about the ATP introducing a new rule to limit service speed to 100mph. The aim is to reduce injuries to lines people who are frequently hit by balls. [Read more…]
March Tennis Replays: Indian Wells, Miami, Martina’s Fox Trot & More
Tennis in March has been all about the ATP World Tour Masters 1000 and WTA Tournaments played in Indian Wells and Miami. [Read more…]
Indian Wells 2012: Roger Wins Third Title This Year
This year’s BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells started with a virus that caused several players to withdraw and had fans concerned over who else might be affected during the tournament. But the show went on and ended with victories by Azarenka and Federer. [Read more…]
Ripper Websites for Roger & Rafa Fans
This article is a tribute to the ripper websites for Roger and Rafa fans that I visit and read regularly. [Read more…]
This Week: Federer v Roddick exo, Indian Wells Starts, Eastbourne & Birmingham Tix on Sale
In the tennis world this week Indian Wells kicks off, Roger and Andy R play an exhibition match in New York and more tourney tix go on sale. [Read more…]
February 2012 Men’s Tennis Replays: Who Won What Where
Wow – it’s already been a month since the Australian Open 2012 final. And it’s now less than 3 months until the French Open. [Read more…]
Tennis Tips and Tales from a Successful Fan Slammer
Recently a lot of incredible people have been sharing their experiences and tips for attending Grand Slam tournaments with me, which I am incorporating into the Grand Slam plan for when I attend the French Open, Wimbledon and US Open later this year. [Read more…]
French Open: Tips for Buying Tickets Online
Read tips for buying French Open tickets online based on my experience buying them in 2012. [Read more…]
Been to the French Open, Wimbledon or US Open? I’d love your input
My 2012 Grand Slam plan is now 25% complete and I’m working on the plans for attending the next three slams. [Read more…]