Stock Watch for Top Women’s Tennis Players Ahead of the 2015 Australian Open

The Australian Open is almost here, and it’s time to reassess where the top women’s players stand before the first Grand Slam of 2015. Next week, 128 players will kick off a fortnight of tennis in the Melbourne heat. Only one player will be able to walk away with the champion’s trophy. This year’s tournament may be as wide open as ever, but an examination of the top contenders... 

Why Novak Djokovic Is the Clear Favorite at the 2015 Australian Open

When the first ball is struck in the blistering Melbourne heat, the 128-player field will begin clawing their way toward the final. The Australian Open is not just a test of tennis skill, but of mental endurance and physical fitness. No player is more poised to survive these tests than Novak Djokovic. A four-time champion Down Under, Djokovic is a wizard on the hard courts in Australia. His stellar... 

Early Storylines Emerging Ahead of the 2015 Australian Open

The first Grand Slam of the new year is right around the corner, leaving the next few weeks as valuable preparation time. In Doha, Brisbane and Sydney, the top players in the world will look to build momentum before the Australian Open. These warm-up tournaments will play a key role as they hone their games. Though the 2015 season is barely underway, there have already been several notable developments... 

Underrated Tennis Rivalries That Will Grow in 2015

Tennis is a sport defined by rivalries. The nature of the game lends itself to fierce competition between opponents. Players line up on opposite sides of the net, locking eyes as they battle for supremacy and the right to walk off the court a winner. During the last 10 years, thrilling matchups like Roger Federer vs. Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic vs. Nadal, and Federer vs. Djokovic have elevated men’s... 

5 Things Rafael Nadal Must Accomplish to Have a Successful 2015 Season

Rafael Nadal’s career is at a tipping point. His reign at the top of the game is more tenuous than ever as injuries and other rising stars carve away at his aura.  A ninth French Open crown served as the highlight to Nadal’s otherwise disappointing 2014. His Australian Open title hopes came to a screeching halt in a finals loss to Stan Wawrinka, while teenager Nick Kyrgios pummeled... 

Women’s Tennis Players with the Most to Prove in 2015

Self-doubt. Injuries. Slumps. These are problems all tennis players deal with during their careers. For some of the top women on the WTA Tour, those concerns hover over their heads like a dark cloud.  Caroline Wozniacki had a resurgent season in 2014, but she still came up empty at the Grand Slam level.  Ana Ivanovic had the same problem, winning more matches than anyone else but failing... 

Under the Radar Players to Watch During the 2015 ATP Season

The quartet of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic capture most of the headlines and publicity in men’s tennis. Their overwhelming success has left the rest of the ATP World Tour in the shadows for the last decade. But there are players outside their circle fighting to knock them from their perch. Because of the Big Four’s presence, it’s easy to overlook other... 

Ranking the Top Young Stars in Women’s Tennis

The WTA season often plays out like a debutante ball. Young women’s tennis players make their presence known to the elite, setting the stage for a future hierarchy. Throughout 2014, a wave of new names announced themselves to the world. Simona Halep and Eugenie Bouchard were the breakout stars, both reaching Grand Slam finals and cementing their status within the top ten and as major contenders. Garbine... 

Top 5 Men’s Tennis Rivalries Heading into 2015

Rivalries are why we watch sports. When two combatants share a history, it makes for a more intense and personal experience. The outcome is often in doubt because both opponents are evenly matched and know each other’s strengths and weaknesses. They bring out the best in one another, which makes for ultimate drama. In men’s tennis, rivalries rule the land. Between Roger Federer, Rafael... 

What Top Young Tennis Stars Must Do to Take the Next Step in 2015

The next generation of tennis stars emerged in 2014. If you listen closely, you can hear them breathing down the necks of the old guard, ready to take over at the top of the game. On the men’s side, Kei Nishikori, Milos Raonic and Grigor Dimitrov all enjoyed the best seasons of their young careers and broke through for the first time at the Grand Slam level.  Simona Halep and Eugenie Bouchard... 

« Previous Page — Next Page »

Latest News

• Former England Manager Graham Taylor Dies at Age 72
• Bruce Arena Names USMNT January Camp Invitees
• Karamoko Dembele Makes England U15s Debut After Playing for Scotland in November
• USMNT Watch: Bobby Wood Nets 1st Bundesliga Goal Since September
• Rugby Player Bruno Andres Doglioli Banned 3 Years for Tackling Female Referee