Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal Top Winners and Losers at 2015 Shanghai Masters

The king of Asian tennis is Serbian Novak Djokovic, who ripped through the Shanghai Masters like a boundless hurricane. He’s at a level that other players cannot match, even though Rafael Nadal, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and others played very good tennis this past week. If Djokovic was hot, then the Swiss stars were cold. Find out why as you peruse this week’s “winners and losers.” In... 

Rafael Nadal’s Confidence Rising at 2015 Shanghai Masters

As Rafael Nadal closes out a difficult 2015, he has gradually been rebuilding his game and his confidence. There’s a discernible difference in his optimism from his fall at the French Open to the 2015 Shanghai Masters. This is normally the time when Nadal staggers through arena tunnels like a weary traveler boarding a red-eye flight. Now there is more urgency and energy as he grinds through... 

Why Roger Federer Must Close out 2015 with Championship-Level Tennis

Roger Federer’s failure to defend his Shanghai Masters title will be important in looking to a stronger finish in 2015. Never mind that he lost nearly 1,000 ranking points, which means falling further behind Andy Murray for the chance to be the year-end No. 2 player in the world. There are huge opportunities just ahead, and it will be imperative that Federer builds on the excellence he displayed... 

Novak Djokovic and Garbine Muguruza Top Winners and Losers in Beijing and Tokyo

Rafael Nadal had his chance to upend Novak Djokovic in Beijing’s super final, but the result proved that their careers are at different levels right now. We also witnessed that the highest-ranked Spaniard in the world is the WTA’s Garbine Muguruza. Is she the future of tennis? We discuss her toughest task through the months ahead. How did things go at Tokyo with Japanese star Kei Nishikori... 

Players Most in Need of a Win at the 2015 Shanghai Masters

The 2015 Shanghai Masters is Asia’s crown jewel on the ATP tour, and there is no shortage of superstars who could use this title to boost their momentum. Is it more important for world No. 1 Novak Djokovic or for a second-tier star like David Ferrer, who is trying to be one of the elite eight participants for London’s year-end WTF finals? First, we will not consider players who are realistically... 

The Biggest Factor in Rafael Nadal’s 2015 Struggles

Superstar Rafael Nadal’s opening-match win over Di Wu in Beijing was indicative of the struggles the former No. 1 has had on the 2015 ATP World Tour. Although he won 6-4, 6-4, the Spaniard had to persevere through what is rapidly becoming his Achilles’ heel. Is it his serve that is most holding him back? Has his return game been the primary culprit? Do we just chalk this up holistically... 

Tennis’ Weekly Winners and Losers Roars into the Far East

Although world No. 1 Novak Djokovic and superstar rival Rafael Nadal only staged an exhibition match to help boost tourism in Thailand, it’s evidence of just how much tennis is heating up the Far East part of the world. It could very well boost younger generations of aspiring tennis players, given the opportunity. For the record, Djokovic cruised to an easy 6-4, 6-2 win. This week’s “winners... 

Breaking Down the Race to Make the 2015 ATP World Tour Finals

The upcoming six weeks of men’s tennis will be a scramble for a large group of stars who are looking for wins and points to qualify for the 2015 ATP World Tour Finals. With only the top four players (Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Andy Murray, Stan Wawrinka) guaranteed admission, there are still four slots remaining for a dozen hopeful players. The ATP World Tour’s Race for London... 

Blueprint to Catch Novak Djokovic Atop the ATP Rankings

There will be no drama in chasing Novak Djokovic’s insurmountable No. 1 ranking when London’s World Tour Final hands out its giant trophy to the best player in the world. The Serbian has already locked up most of the legacy-defining hardware in 2015 with three majors and four Masters 1000 titles. Djokovic has piled up 165 career weeks in the top spot, and there is no end in sight for the... 

Stan Wawrinka and Agnieszka Radwanska Top Latest Tennis Winners and Losers

Late September is sending the ATP and WTA tours to the Far East where Agnieszka Radwanska has the early jump in winning a title. More of the other big stars will slowly trickle their ways into selected mid-major draws and two Masters 1000 opportunities. There was resilience but also disappointment for veterans who are entering their 30s. The biggest setback pegged Stan Wawrinka, who must now battle... 

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