Roger Federer: The Jehovah’s Witness Perspective (Humor)

Martin Strohn was just a normal 20-year-old back in 1969. He had gone camping out in the California desert and had the misfortune of having a bunch of colourful hippies as temporary neighbors. That night, the hippies’ campfire and other smoke made its way to where he was sleeping.  At first, Martin gagged at mixture of wood, plant, and some exotic incense, but then began to breathe in freely... 

Player Profile: Gerald Melzer of Austria (Humor)

Ask anyone if they know the tennis player Gerald Melzer and they will probably give you a blank stare.  Gerald Melzer is only nineteen years old and has already enjoyed a career high ranking of 825. Why is Gerald Melzer being featured here?  Is it because those who have seen him play marvel at his forehand slice?  Maybe he has lightening footwork?  Are there people touting him to... 

The Birth of a New Group: “Paramos, Rafa!” (Satire)

NOTE:  This is a satire piece and NOT an invitation to insults or any derogatory remarks towards Rafael Nadal.  It is to be strictly viewed as humorous and nothing else.   World No. 2 Rafael Nadal is currently challenging for his fifth French Open title this year, has developed an international following and something that Roger Federer does not even possess—a chanting cry—”Vamos,... 

The Onion: America’s Finest New Source Except For Tennis [Satire]

SATIRE—The Onion News, a self-congratulatory satire paper circulating in the American West has decided to alter its slogan due to its poor tennis coverage.  When asked why tennis was not listed in the sports section of the paper, Editor Joe Randazzo replied “Aieeeee, ma fung**le.  If I wanna write bout dat,  I ama gonna write about my squash buddies.  Besides, badminton... 

The Downfall of Sports Passion

Franciscan monk Hernando Fernando Franceso Don Juan Del Potro was on his way to Rome.  He was to receive a recognition award for his vows of chastity, poverty, and above all, his cherished vow of silence. His obedience to uphold his vows for thirty years had finally led him on the path to meet with Pope Benedict XVI.  He and a few others also to be decorated were to talk with the Holy Father... 

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal Make Way for…Vijay Singh? [Satire]

The Bleacher report editing team and awards committee fell asleep at the wheel today when they admitted VJ Singh into the tennis forum and the tennis awards show that was held last night.  Not only did VJ Singh inexplicably appear on the B/R Tennis website, he swept numerous awards at the B/R Tennis Awards.  Both Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal were stunned at being shut out by the golf player... 

Ernest Gulbis: The Man of Today and Star of Tomorrow

Ernest Gulbis, the 21-year-old Latvian superstar, has burst upon the tennis scene. Many who have followed him think it is about time.  Recently, he defeated Roger Federer at the Rome Masters, and lost a close one to Rafael Nadal in the same tournament. Gulbis did not get a chance to rematch against Nadal because Federer avenged himself, and beat Gulbis in a close three setter at the Madrid Masters. He... 

Roger Federer: Loses a Match, But His Fans and His Game Still Intact

Well, Roger fans, he lost another epic match against Nadal.  Although we have seen a pattern here from the last five years, there are some encouraging signs that Federer will be looking at moving forward to Rolland Garros. First, the Madrid finals match was a tight affair.  The momentum was not one sided, and to say that Nadal dominated would hardly be fair to anyone watching the match.  Federer... 

Johnny Jump Revealed To Be B/R’s Very Own Tim Ruffin (Humor)

Jimmy Jump the famous bolt and run man who charged Roger Federer has now been revealed to be writing under the B/R alias Tim Ruffin.  Jimmy aka Tim had previously been a big Roger Federer fan and would go to any lengths to meet and greet the tennis icon.  He tried to crash the Federer wedding only to be “clotheslined” (a deadly wrestling move) by Roger’s father Robert.  Timmy... 

Rafa and Roger: The Ancients Weigh In

He was up to the challenge.  It seemed there was always more mountain above him but his stubbornness pushed to him further.  The blizzards, the wind and the cold temperature could not deter him. He continuously stabbed the mountain with his gear to give him continuous traction to head upwards.  It had been a gruelling week and his dwindling food supplies meant he felt lighter as he... 

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