Sharapova’s Loss May Be More Than A Bad Day
January 18, 2010 by Joe McDonald · Leave a Comment
Don’t weep for Maria Sharapova.
Don’t shed a tear for her, the same way you didn’t cry for Serena Williams, Tiger Woods, or even Conan O’Brien. These are rich celebrities, who make more money than any of us commoners would dream about.
And in Maria’s case, she just signed an extension of her Nike deal that will [...]
Prince Congratulates Tour Team Member Maria Sharapova on First WTA Tour Title Since Return From Surgery
October 5, 2009 by Tennis Ledger Wire Services · Leave a Comment
10/03/09 – Bordentown, NJ – When the new WTA tour rankings are released on Monday, a familiar name will once again be in the top 20. After being sidelined by shoulder surgery for nine months, Maria Sharapova made her return to tournament tennis in May with her new Prince O3 Speedport Black racquet in hand. [...]
Dinara Just Like Marat
October 3, 2009 by Derek Felix · Leave a Comment
There’s no denying Dinara Safina’s talent. At 23, the younger sister of former Grand Slam champion Marat Safin has accomplished plenty, joining older brother as the only siblings to ever reach No.1 in the world.
Despite holding the top spot after finishing runner-up at the first two grand slams (Australian, French), the enigmatic Safina has fizzled [...]
The Pizazz Is Back With Henin Returning
September 23, 2009 by Derek Felix · Leave a Comment
The worst kept secret is finally official. Justine Henin is returning to tennis. The seven-time grand slam champion announced her intentions earlier today.
“Justine Henin is one of the great champions in the history of women’s tennis, and we, along with millions of her fans around the glob, are thrilled with her announcement today,” said Tour CEO [...]
A Star Is Born!
September 8, 2009 by Joe McDonald · 2 Comments
FLUSHING MEADOWS, NY – She looks like Reese Witherspoon, has the enthusiasm of your kid in a candy story, has the personality of the girl next door.
Yup, Melanie Oudin is a star in the making.
And after her fourth round victory, she is the shining light of the 2009 US Open.
But if you ask her, fame [...]
America’s Sweetheart Goes to the Quarters
September 7, 2009 by Joe McDonald · Leave a Comment
FLUSHING MEADOWS, NY – Melanie Oudin has done such a good job knocking off Russians this US Open, Ronald Reagan could have used her during the Cold War.
And once again, there was Oudin coming from behind to win. First, there Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, and then Elena Dementieva left the open early, After that, Maria Sharapova double [...]
You Gotta Believe In Oudin
September 6, 2009 by Derek Felix · Leave a Comment
CBS veteran commentator Dick Enberg beckoned:
“Ooo! Oooo! Oudin,” following American Melanie Oudin’s second consecutive upset at Ashe- this time getting the better of former U.S. Open champion Maria Sharapova in a topsy turvy three-hour three setter that had plenty of drama.
The 17 year-old Atlanta, Georgia native showed maturity beyond her years rallying from a set [...]
Week One US Open Stuff
September 5, 2009 by Derek Felix · Leave a Comment
The first week of the U.S. Open is almost done. Five days are in the books at Flushing Meadows.
We’ve seen our share of upsets on the women’s side while the men have held form setting up some intriguing match-ups this Labor Day weekend.
Here are some observations on what’s been a fun week of tennis in [...]
Maria Dominates The First Round Proving She’s Back
September 1, 2009 by Joe McDonald · Leave a Comment
FLUSHING MEADOWS, NY – Maria Sharapova has sent a message to the tennis world: She’s back.
After missing almost a year due to a shoulder injury, the tall lanky Russian took the court again in Flushing Meadows. The result was a straight-set win against Bulgarian Tsvetana Pironkova, 6-3, 6-0.
“I was pretty happy because I kind of [...]