Maria Sharapova, Petra Kvitova Advance In Second Round Of Rome 2012

It wasn’t easy for Maria Sharapova or Petra Kvitova, but each managed straight set wins to advance at the 2012 Internazionali BNL d’Italia. That’s the last time I am going to type that until the final, opting instead to just call it Rome 2012. But back to Masha and Petra. Sharapova found herself down 1-4 … Continue reading →

Serena Williams Rises, Venus Williams Falls At 2012 Mutua Madrid Open; Samantha Stosur Turns It On Late To Advance

Serena Williams opened her quest for the 2012 Mutua Madrid Open with a convincing win over Elena Vesnina, 6-3 6-1. The 13-time Major winner (singles) was just too much for Vesnina, ripping 14 aces. Meanwhile, Venus Williams, playing her second round match, fell to Angelique Kerber, 6-4 6-1. To those who only know the Williams … Continue reading →

Defending Champion Yanina Wickmayer Defeats Former World Number One Dinara Safina In Three Sets To Advance At ASB Classic

Former #1-ranked Dinara Safina of Russia pushed ASB Classic defending champion Yanina Wickmayer of Belgium to three sets in the first round, but the Belgian held firm to down her strong opponent 6-3 6-7(2) 6-1. “We both played some amazing points,” reflected Wickmayer. “At the end of the second set, we were both playing our best … Continue reading →