Sports Chakvetadze sets up Jankovic final ‘S-HERTOGENBOSCH, Netherlands - Russian third seed Anna Chakvetadze beat fifth-seeded Slovak Daniela Hantuchova 6-3, 6-4 on Friday to set up a final meeting with top … via ABS-CBN News
“I was really pleased to be on court 18 because I had good memories from last year but, unfortunately, I couldn’t get the right result” No Wimbledon fairytale: Melanie South on Tuesday. Simon De Trey-White Former Nonsuch School tennis pro Melanie South believes she was battling more than just the odds to beat Ai […]
“This year the problem has been extremely bad.” Security around the Wimbledon locker rooms has been stepped up following a spate of thievery at recent tennis events. via Independent Online
Russian Elena Dementieva got her Wimbledon off to a belated start on Wednesday with a 6-1 7-6 defeat of France’s Nathalie Dechy. via ABS-CBN News
“We throw our bodies in all kinds of directions and it’s very stressful” THE days of American and Australian predominance at Wimbledon are long gone. The preponderance of Russians towards the top of the women’s game is no longer a novelty. via Scotsman.com
TIM HENMAN piled on the tension and the excitement as usual as he gave the Centre Court crowd another trademark late-night thriller. via IcWales
“Overseas connections to me are very important. Hong Kong cannot fight for democracy from within. I believe the outside world has a part to play” International pressure should be stepped up on China in an attempt to win greater democracy for Hong Kong, according to a veteran pro-democracy campaigner and lawmaker in the Asian […]
“I told her, I said, ‘You may as well” WIMBLEDON, England - Wednesday marked a historic day for England, for Great Britain and, indeed, the world. via Los Angeles Times
“It has taken some time to bring it all together” The freedoms ushered in when the Soviet Union crumbled in 1991 eventually paved the way for the so-called Russian Revolution in women’s tennis, where in 2004 they won three of the four Grand Slam titles. via USA Today
“Perhaps this scenario is even better.” Roger Federer vs. Juan Martin del Potro; Andy Roddick vs. Danai Udomchoke; James Blake vs. via Detroit Free Press
“Last week was the best week of my career” Wimbledon’s Ross Hutchins believes current form could put him and partner Josh Goodall in prime position to pull off a men’s doubles shock at SW19 tomorrow. via This is Local London
Lleyton Hewitt is through to the second round of Wimbledon after a comfortable straight-sets win over Richard Bloomfield Australia’s Lleyton Hewitt has reached the second round at Wimbledon with a 7-5, 6-3, 7-5 … via Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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“Serena’s outfit is a bit based on Marilyn Monroe I think. She looks great. Her hair is in more of a bob and comes out more on the side. Those earrings must be uncomfortable - they are hitting her cheeks as she walks along.” Your thoughts on day three To get involved text our […]
Posted: Monday June 25, 2007 10:50AM; Updated: Monday June 25, 2007 10:58AM Ad-In Who Why They’re Up Justine Henin In a nice confidence boost heading into Wimbledon, top seed at Eastbourne, England, wins title, … via SI.com
“I don’t even know how Qureshi looks unfortunately” Marat Safin has admitted he does not even know what his next opponent looks like after booking his place in the second round at Wimbledon. via TalkSport
“I’ll play him as an equal and when it’s finished, see the good things I did and what I need to improve” Roger Federer will pull on the blazer and long white trousers again at Wimbledon on Wednesday when the four-times defending champion struts out for second round action against Juan Martin Del Potro. […]
“I know that’s probably bad being an Australian with the Australian Open, but I grew up with this tournament, when I was younger, there was something about it.” STARING at a first-round exit in his Wimbledon swan song, Aussie veteran Wayne Arthurs decided he wasn’t ready to bow out of his favourite tournament. via […]
“I’ve got to take a lot of positives out of it” Richard Bloomfield’s last match at Wimbledon was the subject of an investigation into irregular betting patterns. via TalkSport
Jelena Jankovic, the top seed, solidified her preparation for Wimbledon Thursday, coasting past Alona Bondarenko in the Ordina Open, 6-2, 6-1. The victory put Jankovic into the semifinals, where she will meet … via The Post Chronicle
Elena Bovina seemed to have made a comeback when she played at Kremlin Cup after a serious injury last year. via Sport-Express Daily
Japan’s Aiko Nakamura stormed into the second round of Wimbledon after beating Serbian Martina Sucha in straight sets 7-5, 6-2 on the opening day of the championships Monday. via Kyodo News
Remains unbeaten in eight matches at the venue PHOTO:AFP ON TRACK FOR WIMBLEDON: Justine Henin lifts the trophy after beating Amelie Mauresmo at Eastbourne. via The Hindu
“This is somewhere where Chris Guccione can make his mark” WAYNE ARTHURS knew his time had come when he travelled to America for a couple of tournaments earlier this year and had to drag himself on to the practice court. via The Australian
“Roger is fun to watch. He’s graceful” Swiss tennis world number one Roger Federer has his sights on equalling Bjorn Borg’s five consecutive Wimbledon victories and 11 grand slam titles. via Swissinfo
“She said it was tough for me, because I was just one point away. I didn’t need reminding. “I knew before the game I had to raise my game to a level that I’ve never played at before” BRITISH tennis and, indeed, British sport had another glorious failure to add to its annals yesterday […]
“I’m hoping and praying it will get better in time.” Federer, Roddick Win Wimbledon Openers World No. 1 Roger Federer and former No. 1 Andy Roddick began their Wimbledon title quests with wins Monday leading to a potential semifinal showdown, finishing amidst … via Tennis Articles
“Nobody will want to face Venus right now. She’s up for this one.” Naomi, a left-hander, needs to use that trait to her advantage more, and needs to win a lot more first serves, especially to the ad court with a slice serve. via The Independent
“We are very encouraged by the Champions Tour’s continued evolution as it serves our sponsors, tournaments and especially our fans, with compelling competition and engaging entertainment” Four-time defending champion Roger Federer rolled through his first-round match Monday, opening his Wimbledon title defense with a straight-set win. via Political Gateway
Results Wednesday from the US$416,000 Nottingham Open ATP event : Singles Second Round Juan Martin del Potro, Argentina, def. via PR-inside.com
