Garbiñe Muguruza Survives Early Scare From Anett Kontaveit, Advances To Third Round At Roland Garros 2017

If you don’t follow the WTA tour on a weekly basis, you might not be aware of how good Anett Kontaveit is/has become. The rising 21-year old Estonian, who speaks English with a British accent, was runner up in Biel, Switzerland and hit #1 ranked Angelique Kerber off the court in Rome. For sure, defending … Continue reading →

Will Maria Sharapova Carry Flag For Russia At 2012 London Olympics?

There is controversy brewing over who will get the honor of carrying the Russian flag during the Opening Ceremony at the 2012 London Olympics. Initially, it was reported that Maria Sharapova would receive the honor but now there seems to be a bit of a power struggle going on. Sharmil Tarpischev, the Russian tennis chief, … Continue reading →

Maria Sharapova Completes Career Grand Slam With 2012 Roland Garros Title

Shoulder surgery. A rebuilt serve. A long climb back filled with doubters and shake your head losses. All of those things were washed away as Maria Sharapova fell to her knees on the terre battue of Roland Garros and lifted her hands toward the heavens, her comeback story reaching its fruition. Masha completed her career … Continue reading →

Ana Ivanovic Rolls In First Round Of Roland Garros 2012; Venus Williams Stumbles Early, Turns It On Late

Former Roland Garros champion Ana Ivanovic opened her 2012 campaign on the terre battue with an easy 6-1 6-1 victory over qualifier Lara Arruabarrena-Vecino.The former world #1 has been playing much better lately after a prolonged slump in recent years. She still is looking for a big win over a top player at a Major. … Continue reading →