With the heat at dangerous levels, the second round of the 2014 Australian Open women’s singles draw concluded with the top 4 seeds still on track for the semis…barely. Karin Knapp looked to spoil the party by upsetting 3rd seed Maria Sharapova. But in the end, Masha showed the heart that has made her a … Continue reading
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Maria Sharapova Opens Season With A Win At 2014 Brisbane International; Jelena Jankovic Also Advances
Admittedly, winning an opening round match at the 2014 Brisbane International isn’t a sign that Maria Sharapova is ready to get back to winning Majors, but the first step has to be taken to get to later steps. At the very least, it was good to see Masha back on the court in a real … Continue reading
Sorana Cirstea Upsets Petra Kvitova On Day 5 Of 2013 Rogers Cup, Will Face Li Na In Semifinals
Petra Kvitova’s quest to defend her title at the Rogers Cup looked favorable, with Victoria Azarenka withdrawing and Serena Williams on the other side of the draw. It seemed her path was opening up, as she jumped to a 6-4 5-4 lead over Sorana Cirstea in the quarterfinals. But Sorana would not quit, fighting back … Continue reading
Ana Ivanovic, Eugenie Bouchard Advance On Day 2 Of 2013 Rogers Cup; Martina Hingis Advances In Doubles
Ana Ivanovic opened her 2013 Rogers Cup with a routine 6-1 6-2 win over Hsieh Su-Wei. Ana showed some good form, albeit in a losing effort in the final two sets she played against Victoria Azarenka at the Southern California Open. As is always the case with Ivanovic, if she can control her service toss … Continue reading
Victoria Azarenka Advances On Day 3 Of 2013 Southern California Open; Martina Hingis Ready For Doubles Comeback
It was a very happy 24th birthday for Victoria Azarenka as she advanced into the 3rd round of the 2013 Southern California Open with a 6-2 6-3 victory over Francesca Schiavone. I am just relieved to see Vika finish the match. Remember, the last time we saw her, she withdrew from Wimbledon after a sharp … Continue reading
Dominika Cibulkova Wins 2013 Bank of the West Classic
The last time Dominika Cibulkova faced Agnieszka Radwanska in a final (2013 Sydney Apia International) she was obliterated 6-0 6-0 in the first double bagel WTA final in over 6 years. In the final of the 2013 Bank of the West Classic, again facing Aga, it would be a much different story. Playing with renewed … Continue reading
Dominika Cibulkova Advances To Final Of 2013 Bank of the West Classic, Faces Huge Challenge In Agnieszka Radwanska
Dominika Cibulkova is a terrific WTA player. She has found a way to excel at 5 foot 3 inches in a time when many of the best players are getting bigger and stronger. The 2-time WTA winner is a current top 25 player and has been ranked as high as 12th in the world. She … Continue reading
Jamie Hampton Advances To 2013 Bank Of The West Classic Semifinals, Sets Up Showdown With Agnieszka Radwanska
The lion’s share of attention concerning up and coming American women in tennis has, rightfully, been focused on Sloane Stephens. To a degree, tennis experts have also looked to Madison Keys for her impressive ball striking ability. But some attention needs to be paid to Jamie Hampton, who reached the semifinals of the 2013 Bank … Continue reading
Li Na, Maria Sharapova Advance In 2nd Round Of 2013 Internazionali BNL d’Italia (Rome)
Last time we saw Li Na she was on the wrong side of an upset at the hands of Madison Keys in Madrid. The 2011 Roland Garros champion was back to her winning ways in the 2nd round of the 2013 Internazionali BNL d’Italia (Rome). Li Na took out countrywoman Zheng Jie 6-3 6-1 to … Continue reading
Ana Ivanovic Falls In Fourth Round Of 2013 Sony Open; Maria Sharapova, Li Na Move On
Well, this the kind of match Ana Ivanovic needs to start winning to break away from hovering just outside of the top 10 to being back in the top 10. Granted, her fourth round opponent at the 2013 Sony Open, Sara Errani, has played her best tennis over the last year and a half. Still, … Continue reading
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