WTA Stars Step Out At 2017 Pre-Wimbledon Party

Before the action gets underway at Wimbledon 2017, some of the brightest stars of the WTA stepped out at the pre-tournament players party. I’ve missed American Sloane Stephens while she was out injured. It was just great to see her on the purple carpet.  Ditto for Laura Robson. I hope they both work their way … Continue reading →

WTA Stars Glow At Wimbledon 2016 Pre-Tournament Party

It seems like it was only a few weeks ago that the tennis world crowned a new Major champion in Garbine Muguruza at Roland Garros 2016. Well, it seems that way because it actually was only a few weeks ago. Even with the extra week added this year in between Roland Garros and Wimbledon 2016, … Continue reading →

Wimbledon 2015 Day 2: Eugenie Bouchard, Simona Halep and Laura Robson Exit Early

Three big names to hardcore tennis aficionados took first round exits from Wimbledon 2015 on day 2. All three are dealing with different issues at the moment. I’ll start with Laura Robson. Hers was the least surprising loss (6-4 6-4 to Evgeniya Rodina). This was only her second match back after missing 17 months with … Continue reading →

2015 WTA Pre-Wimbledon Party

Taking a break today from the Aegon International to highlight the 2015 WTA Pre-Wimbledon Party. It’s always nice to see the ladies let their hair down and relax before the games begin. Last year, Petra Kvitova won the ladies singles title, defeating Eugenie Bouchard in the final. This year, Serena Williams enters Wimbledon with the … Continue reading →

WTA Wrap-Up 8.23.2014: Petra Kvitova Wins Connecticut Open; Maria Sharapova The Face Of CDFA Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign; WTA Stars Take The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

If the US Open were played in New Haven, Connecticut then Petra Kvitova would be a clear favorite. The reigning Wimbledon champion won the 2014 Connecticut Open at Yale with a 6-4 6-2 victory over good friend Magdalena Rybarikova. It was Petra’s 2nd title in New Haven in 3 years and her 3rd straight final. … Continue reading →

WTA Stars Step Out In Style For Wimbledon 2014 Pre-Tournament Party

Before the action starts at Wimbledon 2014, the stars of women’s tennis stepped out at the WTA Pre-Tournament party. The event was presented by Dubai Duty Free, Virgin and Porsche. One of Porsche’s brand ambassadors, Maria Sharapova, comes into the fortnight fresh off of her 5th Major, Roland Garros 2014. Can she transition quickly and … Continue reading →

Rally For Bally At 2014 Aegon Championships, Aegon International and Aegon Classic

In London, Eastbourne and Birmingham, the tennis world came together for the Rally4Bally, in honor and memory of Elena Baltacha. Elena passed away on May 4th from liver cancer. Proceeds from the Rally4Bally campaign will benefit the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and the Elena Baltacha Academy of Tennis. Stars of past and present gave their … Continue reading →

Li Na Romps On Day 4 Of 2013 China Open; Petra Kvitova Rebounds From One Set Down

Li Na thrilled the home fans with a lopsided 6-0 6-1 victory over Bojana Jovanovski on day four of the 2013 China Open. Bojana had been playing very well lately, so while I am a fan of Li Na it was a little disappointing to see Jovanovski lose so badly. But it’s sports and sometimes … Continue reading →

Sloane Stephens, Sara Errani Advance On Day One Of 2013 China Open

Two players who could make a statement at the 2013 China Open advanced in straight sets on day one. Young American Sloane Stephens has made a name for herself with prodigious play in the Majors. Outside of the Big 4 events is where Sloane still has room to shine. Coming off a tough three set … Continue reading →

Li Na, Sloane Stephens Advance On Day 5 Of 2013 US Open

Although it pained me to see Laura Robson exit the 2013 US Open, the consolation is that another one of my favorites, Li Na, was the one who bounced her out. Li Na is probably the player I look at if there is a darkhorse contender this year. Clearly, Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka are … Continue reading →