US Open 2016: Winners and Losers from the Flushing Meadows

Stan Wawrinka is a three-time Grand Slam champion. Angelique Kerber is the new No. 1 on the WTA Tour and Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams, the most dominant players in the past three years, left Flushing Meadows battered and defeated.  Those are just a few of the winners and losers from the 2016 U.S. Open.  Wawrinka’s win capped a tournament that included Djokovic’s inexplicably easy path to the final and Rafael Nadal’s stunning upset.  Some tournament low points included startling gong-like sounds that disrupted play and Gael Monfils failing miserably in an attempt... 

Stan Wawrinka Moves Out of Roger Federer’s Shadow with US Open Title

Three years ago, Stan Wawrinka played in the shadow of compatriot Roger Federer. A perennial runner-up, Wawrinka was that other Swiss guy who would give Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic fits in the quarterfinals and semifinals, only to fall short again and again. After Sunday, Wawrinka is seemingly destined for the International Tennis Hall of Fame. On a hot humid evening at Flushing Meadows, Wawrinka won his first U.S. Open title, defeating Djokovic 6-7 (7-1), 6-4, 7-5, 6-3. After a lackluster start, Wawrinka overpowered the 12-time Grand Slam champion and No. 1 player on the ATP... 

Ranking the Top 10 Men’s Players After US Open 2016

The 2016 U.S. Open was filled with surprises. Stan Wawrinka is now a three-time major champion while Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray get over different kinds of upsets. Our rankings examine how the U.S. Open has shaken up the ATP tour. Some veterans are hanging tough, but young players took a step back. The grind of the tour clearly wore down several players including injured Roger Federer and comeback hopeful Rafael Nadal. In compiling our rankings, we examine how the players have played in 2016, but with more weight on the U.S. Open. It’s a good measure of each player’s momentum on... 

Novak Djokovic vs. Stan Wawrinka: Highlights, Comments, Stats and Prize Money

Novak Djokovic may be a 12-time major champion, No. 1 in the world and one of the best men’s tennis players in recent history, but Stan Wawrinka captured the 2016 U.S. Open title on Sunday at Flushing Meadows, New York. Wawrinka fought back from a tiebreaker loss in the first set to win the next three and come away with the 6-7 (1), 6-4, 7-5, 6-3 triumph. He didn’t lose focus after Djokovic dominated that early tiebreaker, and the result was Wawrinka’s third Grand Slam title and first U.S. Open championship.  As for Djokovic, he failed to defend his U.S. Open title after... 

Novak Djokovic vs. Stan Wawrinka: Score, Reaction from US Open 2016 Men’s Final

Stan Wawrinka outlasted Novak Djokovic on Sunday night to clinch his third Grand Slam title, winning 6-7 (1), 6-4, 7-5, 6-3 in the men’s singles final at the 2016 U.S. Open in Flushing Meadows, New York. The victory put Wawrinka only a Wimbledon title away from completing the career Grand Slam. ESPN Stats & Info noted he has become a thorn in Djokovic’s side at major tournaments: While he breezed through the final set, things weren’t looking good for Wawrinka after he fell behind 5-2 in the first set. Serving to stay alive, Wawrinka held and then reeled off... 

US Open Tennis 2016: Men’s Final Winner, Score and Twitter Reaction

All hail Stan Wawrinka, the new king of the U.S. Open. Wawrinka pulled off a major upset in the finals Sunday, beating defending champion Novak Djokovic in four sets, 6-7, 6-4, 7-5, 6-3. Wawrinka was relentless throughout the match, beginning in the first set. While he lost the opening game, he came back from a 5-2 deficit to force a tiebreaker that Djokovic ultimately won. Wawrinka’s steady play and ability to win the long rallies that are usually Djokovic’s domain were the difference in the match. Djokovic was slowed by a toe injury and leg cramps, but he fought hard throughout.... 

US Open Tennis 2016: Updated Prize Money Payouts from New York

Stanislas Wawrinka earned his first career U.S. Open title with a 6-7 (1), 6-4, 7-5, 6-3 upset over No. 1 Novak Djokovic. This is the third Grand Slam title of Wawrinka’s career after earning wins at the 2014 Australian Open and the 2015 French Open. Djokovic was trying to defend his title in New York while gunning for his third Grand Slam title of the season, but he struggled with a toe injury and fell apart after winning the first set. He remains the top player in the world rankings, but his health has been a question mark throughout the past few months. Still, Wawrinka deserves credit... 

Djokovic vs. Wawrinka: Score, Highlights from US Open Men’s Final 2016

Third-seeded Stan Wawrinka defeated top-ranked Novak Djokovic in the 2016 U.S. Open championship on Sunday in New York. Djokovic—the defending champion—won the first set 7-6(1), but Wawrinka responded with three straight (6-4, 7-5, 6-3) to claim his third Grand Slam title. Wawrinka adds the U.S. Open crown to his Australian and French Open victories. Though Wawrinka started slowly, once the Swiss star’s trademark backhand became effective, he could hardly be stopped. Wawrinka took a commanding 3-0 edge in the fourth set and held off Djokovic’s desperation charge. Bleacher... 

US Open Tennis 2016 Men’s Final: Novak Djokovic vs. Stan Wawrinka Live Stream

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic could clinch his third Grand Slam title of the year Sunday afternoon, but a stiff challenger will be standing in his way when the 2016 U.S. Open final gets underway at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. Third-ranked Stan Wawrinka has a long history with Djokovic, and their battle in the championship tilt projects to be epic as the year’s Grand Slam schedule gets set to wrap up. Before the action gets underway, here’s a quick rundown of when and where you can catch all of the title theatrics:              Preview Whenever... 

US Open Tennis 2016 Schedule: Men’s Final TV, Live Stream and Replay Coverage

A day after Angelique Kerber outlasted Karolina Pliskova in three sets for the women’s title, Novak Djokovic and Stan Wawrinka will do battle from Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York on Sunday for the men’s final at the 2016 US Open. For those who won’t be able to make it to center court, here is how you can watch all of the action: In what is expected to be a sweltering, humid day in Flushing Meadows, both players will be pushed to their limits, as draining conditions will be just one more thing to contend with on Sunday evening.  Djokovic has looked hobbled at times during... 

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