Ranking the Most Unpredictable Tennis Players Today

Unpredictability can be both a blessing and a curse in tennis. For spectators, we are perpetually longing for a shock to partly reaffirm our devotion to the game. We come for the likes of Novak Djokovic, but we stay for the likes of Gael Monfils. Nick Kyrgios is another who falls into Monfils‘ category: a wonderfully inventive player capable of both winning a Grand Slam and losing to an unheralded... 

French Open 2015: Analysing Novak Djokovic’s Draw

Everything has changed and nothing has changed. Ahead of the 2015 French Open, there is, as usual, an overwhelming favourite. He’s just not the usual candidate at this time of year. Analysing Novak Djokovic‘s draw in Paris might carry with it a degree of the inevitable; anyone who doesn’t expect the Serb to at least make the final on June 7 must know something we don’t. Djokovic... 

Tennis Players with the Most Momentum Ahead of the 2015 French Open

As green clay gave way to red, so the Masters events step aside for the 2015 French Open. Ask any player what they’d like to take into the next few weeks and the answer will be resounding: momentum. Maria Sharapova reached the semi-finals in Madrid and has followed it up with the title in Rome. The world No. 3 has hit form at the right time with the lure of Roland Garros now so inviting. Novak... 

The Top Storylines to Watch at the 2015 Madrid Open

The 2015 Madrid Open will be the first Masters event of the season without the Master himself. Novak Djokovic may be absent, but the top storylines to watch are still as engaging as ever. Rafael Nadal has lost to Djokovic and Fabio Fognini in his first two clay appearances of the year, but he could be one step closer to going all the way in the absence of the world No. 1. Martina Navratilova’s... 

Ranking the Most Surprising ATP Tour Event Winners in 2015

Despite the king of tennis leaving mere scraps for the rest, there have been enough surprises on the ATP tour in 2015 to keep those outsiders keen. Victor Estrella Burgos’ name transcended the sport when he sealed his first ATP Tour title in Ecuador, beating a formidable opponent in Feliciano Lopez in the final.  Jiri Vesely also sealed wins against higher-ranked opposition as he secured... 

Grades for Top Stars at the 2015 Monte-Carlo Masters

The outcome of the 2015 Monte-Carlo Masters might not have raised any eyebrows, but there were stars on display who made the grade in style to turn their seasons around. Grigor Dimitrov secured a quarter-final place after a succession of early exits in recent weeks. He beat formidable opponents along the way to prove there’s substance behind the style. Tomas Berdych reached his third... 

Men’s Players Most in Need of a Strong Showing at the 2015 Monte Carlo Masters

As hard courts are swapped for clay, some of the men on the ATP Tour will be hoping to exchange poor form for good form. Those players are in need of a strong performance in Monte Carlo this week. Tomas Berdych has avoided taking an early exit in all his tournaments this year but has little to show for it. Monte Carlo will give him another opportunity to seal his breakthrough win of the year. Stan... 

The Biggest Storylines for the 2015 Clay-Court Season

Following Novak Djokovic’s procession to another title in 2015, the clay-court season awaits. It’s time to assess the biggest storylines as the hard courts give way and outline the important moments to come. With Rafael Nadal still searching for a confidence boost, the clay-court season has come at a good time. Clay is traditionally his best surface, so the Spaniard has a chance to finally... 

Men’s Contenders with Most to Prove in Late Rounds of Miami Open

After the events of Indian Wells, there is plenty for Miami to live up to heading toward the business end of the tournament. There are contenders in the men’s draw with significant points to be prove. Grigor Dimitrov has been talked up more than most over the last year, but he needs to start backing up the hype with results worthy of his billing. Milos Raonic is enjoying a strong 2015, but he’s... 

Grades for Top Stars at Indian Wells 2015

Indian Wells didn’t disappoint in the narrative stakes. For some there was unexpected glory, while for others it was the same old story. The grades that the top stars would give themselves would make for great insight. Andy Murray reached a Masters semi-final for the first time since March 2013, but he lost out to eventual champion Novak Djokovic. Eugenie Bouchard slipped up against Ukraine’s... 

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