Wimbledon Upset Shows Rafa Nadal’s Old-School Style Is Losing Effectiveness

Long before Rafael Nadal was packing up his gear in his second-round Wimbledon loss to Dustin Brown, it was clear that the Spaniard was out of his element once again. Make that out of his proper time. The easy charge is that Nadal is too broken down or old to keep dominating tennis. It’s a discordant tune that will become a tiresome chorus each and every time he loses at majors. But perhaps a... 

Why Roger Federer Should Be the Favorite at Wimbledon 2015

Forget about Roger Federer’s past 17 majors. There’s no time like the present as the Swiss champion comes in as one of the favorites to win Wimbledon 2015. Indeed, there is a lot to like about Federer’s chances of being the favorite against a host of younger, seasoned veterans and future champions from Generation Next. Picking Federer to win his 18th major is a completely different... 

Ranking the Top 10 Men’s Players Heading into 2015 Wimbledon

The 2015 Wimbledon draw has been revealed, and tennis’ most prestigious tournament is ready for two weeks of match play to crown the king of the All-England Club. It’s the most specialized of the majors, featuring quick-strike shots and low skidding bounces. Our top-10 power rankings count down the most likely contenders for this tournament, and are not necessarily reflective of the ATP... 

Wimbledon 2015: Top Storylines to Follow

Maybe Wimbledon 2015 does not have some of the high drama that preceded the French Open, but there are plenty of good storylines for the year’s most important tennis event. We are going to look at possibilities that have elements of history or legacy for the stars. The first thing we will point out is that Rafael Nadal will be absent from this discussion. For the first time in over a decade,... 

Roger Federer and Andy Murray Top Winners and Losers at Halle and Queen’s Club

Roger Federer and Andy Murray hauled in big titles at Halle and the Queen’s Club in London. Now the real ultimate grass-courts test will begin with the Wimbledon draw later this week. Meanwhile, other stars are battling injuries, but there have been a couple of success stories from journeymen. Which ones will keep their momentum for Wimbledon? Who is ready to rebound? There’s a different... 

Wimbledon 2015 Men’s Bracket Is in Desperate Need of a New Star or Rivalry

Wimbledon has always been the standard of tennis tradition, but in 2015 it could use a little life. Unlike the anticipation to several compelling French Open storylines ranging from Rafael Nadal’s dynasty, Novak Djokovic’s Holy Grail quest and Stan Wawrinka’s enormous big-match play, Wimbledon does not currently have the dramatic flair of its continental rival. Djokovic is going after... 

Stan Wawrinka’s Big-Match Ability Makes Him the Ultimate Grand Slam Wild Card

There have been plenty of one-Slam winners, but Stan Wawrinka has proven that his 2014 Australian Open title was no fluke. Nerves of steel or rugged coolness? However tennis fans wish to explain his French Open virtuoso, he has certainly established himself as the most dangerous player in tennis, a big-match champion who is unafraid to outhit the best player in tennis. Wawrinka’s unique evolution... 

What Would Novak Djokovic’s Legacy Ultimately Be Without a French Open Title?

Nobody deserves a French Open title, but perhaps Novak Djokovic, more than any other player, appreciates how hard it is to win it. His recent loss in the 2015 final to Stan Wawrinka is also a reminder that Djokovic is the deserving winner of eight career major titles and one of the greatest players of all time. The aftermath of Djokovic’s gallant but tough defeat reined in a lot of support, ranging... 

Ranking the Top 10 Men’s Players After the 2015 French Open

Stan Wawrinka defeated Novak Djokovic for the biggest win of the 2015 French Open. Once again, the Serbian No. 1 is left without the title he craves most. Regardless, he is still the No. 1 player on tour, and he must now set his sights on future major wins. What about the rest of the top 10? Which players have used French Open momentum to better position themselves for Wimbledon? We refer to the ATP... 

French Open 2015 Women’s Semifinal: Ivanovic vs. Safarova Preview and Prediction

The 2015 French Open semifinal between Ana Ivanovic and Lucie Safarova is an interesting contest between two talented forces who have seen a lot of adversity through their mid-20s. Right now they are playing their best tennis, and the match promises to be a battle. These two have not merely survived a depleted field of upsets in the bottom of the bracket; they have thrived with aggressive and steady... 

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