Men’s Tennis: What We Can Expect from the Americans in 2013

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Published: January 8, 2013

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September 5, 2012 began a new chapter in American tennis as Andy Roddick lost the last match of his career in New York and handed the invisible torch (and weight of critics) off to John Isner, Mardy Fish and Sam Querrey—all of whom had mediocre 2012 seasons, at best. Whether you were a fan or not, it’s safe to say that Roddick left a big hole to fill in the American game. 

The question is not if they (Isner/Fish/Querrey) can replace Roddick, but if they can make America a tennis powerhouse again. 

So, what can we expect at the first Grand Slam and 2013 season overall from the American men? 

 

John Isner 



Isner was busy this offseason, hiring new coach Michael Sell, replacing Craig Boynton. 

Isner told NY Times, “I had a great run with Craig, learned a lot and felt like I improved every year. I just felt like it was time for a different voice. CB and I will remain great friends, and he will always be someone I can go to for help or advice.” 

Isner finished 2012 ranked as the top American at No. 14. Hopefully, Sell can reshape Isner’s game to get him back in the top 10. But don’t expect this transformation to happen overnight. The bad news for 2013? Isner just pulled out of the Hopman Cup early last week with knee tendinitis. Not being 100 percent at majors will be a problem, especially if/when one of his matches goes five sets. 

The tennis world has seen flashes of what Isner is capable of. Is 2013 the season when he'll finally break through at majors? Isner took the right step in getting a new voice in his camp, and if he’s healthy, he can do damage on the ATP tour. Isner will have success in Slams in 2013, but not in Australia. 

 

Mardy Fish

Fish, on the other hand, had a rough nine months thanks to a health scare, and he missed two-and-...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Tennis

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