Petra Kvitova A Champion Again, Wins 2017 Aegon Classic Birmingham

When Petra Kvitova had her left hand slashed by a home invader last December, it was fortunate she didn’t lose her life.  Fighting off the knife wielding attacker was an act of survival, but one that left her dominant hand with career threatening damage. Luckily, the medical doctors and physical therapists who are working with … Continue reading →

Petra Kvitova Makes Triumphant Return With Opening Round Win At Roland Garros 2017

Tears were flowing in the women’s locker room and the stands as Petra Kvitova, one of the most beloved players ever among her peers and fans, made a triumphant return to the tour with a 6-3 6-2 win over Julia Boserup in the first round of Roland Garros 2017. Forget about paying tennis. Keep in … Continue reading →

Maria Sharapova, Petra Kvitova Win As 2015 Fed Cup Final Day One Ends With Russia and Czech Republic Tied 1-1; WTA Players Share Support For France

With the tragedy in Paris yesterday I almost didn’t want to post about the 2015 Fed Cup. But in the end, whatever it is that makes us happy, we must continue to do. So keeping that in mind, I’ll briefly share my thoughts about day one, which ended with Russia and defending champion Czech Republic … Continue reading →

2014 Australian Open Women’s Singles Day 10: Agnieszka Radwanska Upsets 2-Time Defending Champion Victoria Azarenka, Will Face Dominika Cibulkova In Semis

At last year’s Wimbledon, upsets and exits of top seeds like Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova opened up the tournament for Agnieszka Radwanska, who led in her semifinal against Sabine Lisicki before failing to close the show and reach the final. And so her quest for her first Major continues. At the 2014 Australian Open, … Continue reading →