Andy Murray Stuck in Battle for Second Best After Kevin Anderson Loss

Andy Murray‘s loss to Kevin Anderson at the 2015 U.S. Open keeps the Scot in a familiar place, mired in a fight for No. 2.  Anderson, No. 14, reached the quarterfinals at a Grand Slam for the first time in his career with a 7-6 (5), 6-3, 6-7 (2), 7-6 (0) win over Murray. It’s a monumental achievement for Anderson and a missed opportunity for Murray. It was his earliest exit... 

Serena and Venus Williams’ Paths Collide at US Open as Lives Go Separate Ways

Serena and Venus Williams, once considered one entity, find themselves headed in different directions, even as their paths collide at the 2015 U.S. Open. Serena defeated Madison Keys (6-3, 6-3) and Venus beat Anett Kontaveit (6-2, 6-1) in the fourth round to set up an all-Williams quarterfinal showdown Tuesday. “It’s been awesome to have such a great sibling rivalry with Serena.... 

2015 US Open: Best and Worst Dressed at Flushing Meadows

The U.S. Open is the perfect place to showcase the latest tennis fashion trends. Whether they are playing under the bright lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium or on the sun-drenched outer courts, players are bringing bold style to the Big Apple in 2015.  Unfortunately, in an attempt to be daring, some players fell flat with their fashion choices. The usual standouts such as Roger Federer, Ana Ivanovic,... 

How Eugenie Bouchard Has Ended Her Slump at the 2015 US Open

Last year Eugenie Bouchard took the WTA Tour by storm, advancing to the semifinals or better at every Grand Slam, except the U.S. Open. But then came the slump.  This year, the U.S. Open is serving as a springboard, bouncing Bouchard back to her winning ways. The 21-year-old Canadian defeated a feisty Dominika Cibulkova, to advance to the fourth round.  Awakened from a nearly year-long slumber,... 

Women’s Draw at 2015 US Open Is Wide Open Behind Serena Williams

Serena Williams remains the clear favorite to win the 2015 U.S. Open. However, a slew of early upsets presents some unexpected openings for the rest of the field. Seven of the top 10 seeds are gone after just two rounds. Maria Sharapova, seeded No. 3, withdrew before the tournament started. Lucie Safarova (No. 6), Ana Ivanovic (No. 7), Karolina Pliskova (No. 8) and Carla Suarez Navarro (No. 10)... 

The Problem with the Conversation Surrounding Serena Williams

When conversations on racism in sports arise, rebuttals often point to the popularity of beloved black male stars such as Michael Jordan, LeBron James or Russell Wilson. Bias against black men in sports—and any social progress in that area—has been well documented. Less familiar is the unique brand of discrimination African-American women are subjected to: anti-black misogyny. This is the... 

What Happened to the Next Generation of Men’s Tennis Stars?

This time last year, Rafael Nadal had withdrawn from the U.S. Open with a wrist injury. Andy Murray was still recovering from minor back surgery, and the big talk on the ATP Tour was about all the young guns—Grigor Dimitrov, Milos Raonic, Kei Nishikori and Nick Kyrgios—surging toward the top.  A year later, and those younger players seem to have taken a step back. On Wednesday,... 

Ranking the Top 10 Women’s Players Heading into 2015 US Open Tennis

The 2015 U.S. Open is all about Serena Williams and her pursuit of the calendar-year Grand Slam and matching Steffi Graf’s Open-era record 22 Slams. But other players have their own aspirations. Karolina Pliskova, winner of the 2015 U.S. Open Series, wants to win her first Slam. Teen sensation Belinda Bencic has her eyes on playing possible spoiler in a quarterfinals match against Williams.  Bencic... 

US Open Tennis 2015 Draw: Complete Bracket Analysis and Preview

The 2015 U.S. Open draw ceremony produced intriguing matchups and potential pitfalls for No. 1 seeds Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic. Williams, winner of the last four Grand Slams and the past three U.S. Opens, is trying to win her 22nd Slam. Meanwhile, Djokovic, winner of nine Grand Slams, including two of the last three, vies for his first title at Flushing Meadows since 2011. The top quarter... 

ATP Setting a Strange Precedent with Latest Nick Kyrgios Punishment

The ATP Tour issued a press release announcing it will suspend a suspension given to Nick Kyrgios. This addresses the 20-year-old’s recent vulgar remarks. However, the six-month “probationary” period sets a precedent that opens the ATP up to a host of issues. Sunday, the ATP announced a $25,000 fine and 28-day suspension for Kyrgios, who made lewd comments directed at Stan... 

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