All things Tennis. One slice at a time.
Who will wear what at the 2013 French Open? Nike has released its official collection and ladies first!
Serena Williams will wear the Nike Wrap Knit Dress in a cool color that will pop on the red clay. Her accessory accents in their orange hue make this the perfect combo for a trophy [...]
In the 2013 TIME 100, Time magazine presents its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, from artists and leaders to pioneers, titans and icons. Li Na graces the cover and is inside the pages, under the list of “icons,” in company with Michelle Obama, Kate Middleton and Beyonce. Her tribute, written [...]
Women’s champion crowned: [1] Victoria Azarenka def. [6] Li Na 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to defend her Australian Open title.
The Belarusian (even though her trophy was engraved as BEL – Belgium), said after the match “I feel really happy right now. It’s been a long match. It’s been a tough match. Li Na was absolutely playing [...]
How does one celebrate a place in the semifinals at the Australian Open? A little barbie, of course! Li Na cooked up some sausage and yabby, a freshwater crayfish native to Australia, on a barbecue in Melbourne. Have to load up on protein before she faces Maria Sharapova!
(Photos: Tennis Australia/AP)
Match of the day: [4] David Ferrer def. [10] Nicolas Almagro 4-6, 4-6, 7-5, 7-6, 6-2. Ferrer said after, “I try to fight every point, every game. I know all the players in important moments we are nervous. I know that. I try to do my best. Today I was close to lost, sure. [...]
Rafael Nadal will soon return to the Tour!
It’s hardly 2013 but the ATP World Tour has announced its 2014 calendar.
Roger Federer takes the top spot for the men on Hello’s most attractive male poll.
How Li Na keeps a happy marriage (with the help of a new coach!).
Is anyone else missing Andy Roddick?
Learn more about Sergiy [...]
Quote of the day: “I was just really pumped. Why shouldn’t I be?” – Maria Sharapova on her post-match celebration.
Seeds upset: [19] Ekaterina Makarova def. [11] Marion Bartoli 6-7, 6-3, 6-4; Kevin Anderson def. [22] Fernando Verdasco 4-6, 6-3, 4-6, 7-6, 6-2.
Doubles seed upsets: Ashleigh Barty & Casey Dellacqua def. [3] Maria Kirilenko & Lisa [...]
Last night in Melbourne was Crown’s IMG player party at Crown Towers. It boasted attendees like Maria Sharapova (in a minty frock) and Li Na (in a patterned little black dress) as well as superstar Elizabeth Hurley with Shane Warne and even Ian Thorpe! Heather Watson and Sabine Lisicki were definitely two of the [...]
Roger Federer hit the practice court today in Melbourne, flashing his smile. He also stopped by The Corner in Melbourne earlier this week to hand out Nike packs to some lucky fans.
Maria Sharapova answered some questions for Vogue Australia on her candy business, Sugarpova (her favorite flavor is Quirky!), which has seen a 120% return. She [...]
Li Na gave her trophy a kiss (on the ground) after defeating Klara Zakopalova 6-3, 1-6, 7-5 to win the Shenzhen Longgang Gemdale Open, her 7th WTA title. She said after, ”Klara played well and I managed my mood swings well, and I’m glad I made it.”
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