U.S. Open Tennis 2012: Schedule of Day 3 Play

We are two days into the 132nd U.S. Open, and so far all has gone according to plan—the closest thing to an upset was when rising star Sloane Stephens downed No. 22 seeded Francesca Schiavone. As the tournament begins to move from the opening round into the second round, things should start to get much more interesting. (If you doubt this, see Rafael Nadal at this year’s Wimbledon). Wednesday,... 

Andy Roddick: Why the American Won’t Be Winning His Second US Open

Andy Roddick looked dominating in his opening-round win over 21-year-old American qualifier Rhyne Williams on Tuesday. Roddick came into play ranked 20th and showed flashes of brilliance, winning the last 16 points on his serve and ending it with a 127-mph ace. (He even reached a top speed of 141 mph.) Expectations should certainly be tempered, though. This was the Grand Slam debut for Williams, who... 

U.S. Open Tennis 2012 Schedule: Complete Listings for Opening Round Action

It’s that time of year again. The U.S. Open is in full swing in Flushing Meadows, and all the stars are gunning for the final major of the year. But if you’re just interested in the top players’ matches or even if you are a diehard tennis fan looking for interesting matchups, the coverage can be a bit overwhelming. After all, the action happens all day long with no clear indicator... 

US Open Tennis 2012: The 10 Biggest Upsets in Open History

The 2012 US Open is now underway. The final grand slam event of the year—and quite obviously the most important tennis tournament in the United States of America—the US Open has been the site for some of the greatest matches in tennis history. As one of the most, if not the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world, all the world’s best players compete in the US Open, each... 

Little Boy Asks to Marry Novak Djokovic at US Open, Hits Tennis Balls with Idol

Want to hit a few balls at the U.S. Open and don’t happen to be the right age or don’t happen to be an actual tennis star? Just shout “will you marry me” towards Novak Djokovic.  All the finer details seem to work themselves out after.  The video, spotted by Deadspin, features Novak Djokovic practicing at the U.S. Open, and at some point, a boy shouts a marriage proposal... 

US Open Tennis 2012: Many Questions Remain with Tournament Favorites

I guess you could say I am a rarity. I am a life-long tennis fan. Today, tennis does not get the attention in used to in sports circles. Maybe it is the lack of American dominance on the courts. Maybe it is the lack of identification with the younger generation of kids and 20-somethings who would rather play inside than out. Maybe it has to do with the fact that tennis is a sport that has been dominated... 

Rafael Nadal: Highlighting What 2012 US Open Fans Are Missing Most Without Rafa

Few players in the history of tennis have thrilled fans like Rafael Nadal. Unfortunately, Nadal is absent from this year’s U.S. Open Grand Slam, making for a much more predictable result on the men’s side, as well as a slightly less entertaining two weeks in Flushing Meadows for the tennis fans in attendance and watching around the globe.  A past champion in Queens, and one of the... 

US Open Tennis 2012 Schedule: Full TV and Online Listing for Tournament

The 132nd U.S. Open is underway, as tennis’ best attempt to unseat reigning champions Novak Djokovic and Samantha Stosur. The fourth and final leg of tennis’ Grand Slam season, the U.S. Open is the final opportunity of the year for the sport’s top competitors to stake their claims to greatness by winning a major. More than $22 million in prize money is on the line, but a cash payout... 

Roger Federer: Breaking Down His Top 10 US Open Moments

The final Grand Slam event opened Monday in Flushing, New York. The tournament is formally known as the U.S. Open.  Some in New York have begun calling it Roger Federer‘s American Paradise. They can make such an ironic yet bold statement because Federer is tied with Pete Sampras for the most U.S. Open victories, with five over the course of his career.  The recently turned 31-year-old... 

2012 US Open: The Top 5 Favorites to Take Home the Title

The two-week tennis tournament in Flushing, NY, otherwise known as the US Open, or the final Major of the tennis calendar year, kicked off August 27. Five years from now, nobody is going to remember that Rafael Nadal did not play in the 2012 US Open, but people will remember the players that were favored to win the title. Let’s focus on the people that are playing, and the active favorites to... 

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