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Novak Djokovic is the king of the 2015 BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells. Roger Federer was the worthy runner-up, proving the gap between them and the rest of the ATP field. There’s more on their clash with the slides to follow. We also look at the ATP stars who either moved up or lost ground in their efforts to roar into spring tennis. How did Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal and the young Aussie stars...
Published: March 20, 2015
Whether or not Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal clash once again for the 2015 Indian Wells semifinals, there are certainly curious parallels to 2012. Yes, Federer must overcome Tomas Berdych in the quarterfinals, which is no easy task given the Czech’s 5-4 head-to-head record against the Swiss Maestro since 2010. Of course Nadal will have his reflexes tested against cannon-server Milos Raonic in...
Published: March 16, 2015
Indian Wells 2015 has already provided a glimpse at all of the superstars, and it sets up a second week of exciting ATP tennis. Will the world No. 1 Novak Djokovic continue his domination at the top? Other analysts weigh in as the Serbian continues to pick up more historical respect. There’s always a trial and jury when the legends play, which is why Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will also continue...
Published: March 12, 2015
Sports fans might not put ATP tournament Indian Wells on par with grand-slam venues like Roland Garros and Wimbledon, but it’s the king of Masters 1000 venues. Billionaire owner Larry Ellison has invested in its curious history, creating a jewel in the Palm Springs desert, the modern-day Hanging Gardens of Babylon where tennis dilettantes make pilgrimages to watch the sport’s biggest superstars. But...
Published: March 8, 2015
It’s time to kick off the 2015 ATP Masters 1000 series beginning this weekend at Indian Wells. These are the nine biggest tournaments outside of the four majors, and the very best players are packed into the draw for a week or more of thrilling best-of-three-sets tennis. There are five of these tournaments to fill the long gap between now and the French Open, including the best of the clay-court...
Published: March 6, 2015
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal picked up the latest career titles in their historic careers. Federer now holds 84 titles, good for third place in the Open era behind Ivan Lendl (94) and Jimmy Connors (109). Will he make it to 100 titles? Can he track down Connors? Nadal stepped past legends Bjorn Borg and Pete Sampras with his 65th title, good for fifth on the career titles list with John McEnroe (77)...
Published: March 2, 2015
Not even Novak Djokovic could stop Roger Federer‘s express to a seventh title at Dubai. Just how easy was this one? Meanwhile Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer were in the New World, sliding and slugging themselves to trophies before Masters 1000 tournaments break the dawning of spring. There was also a familiar pattern of tennis futility with tennis’ “Lost Generation.” Who are...
Published: February 27, 2015
All tournaments lead to the 2015 French Open, and every ATP star is playing to dethrone Rafael Nadal. It’s the single most important quest of the tennis season, and a successful result could enshrine somebody’s legacy forever. There’s more to this than simply identifying the top contenders. How have they played in February, and how will upcoming tournaments help their chances at Roland Garros? Who,...
Published: February 23, 2015
Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer did not meet at the Rio Open in Brazil. What did the final outcome mean for both players? There was also action at Marseille’s Open 13, which featured two Frenchman duking it out in the final. Gilles Simon and Gael Monfils are a contrast of tennis and personality in so many ways. The better player won the match and continued his recent surge into the top 20. This...
Published: February 20, 2015
Rafael Nadal is back, grinding on clay at Brazil’s best tournament in Rio de Janeiro. Despite career injuries and capricious momentum, Nadal has been one of tennis’ greatest superstars the past decade. His desire and competitiveness are as fierce as ever. What drives 33-year-old Roger Federer to remain near the top of tennis, even after his glorious sun sinks into the horizon? Why is Novak...