Archive: August 2012

Andy Roddick Laments USA Losing Tour Events

Andy Roddick has launched into his tennis business persona to lament the exodus of American ATP events.

Day 3 Qualifier Results – How they did in the Main Draw

Wild card American Mallory Burdette is the lowest ranked player left in the upper half on the strength of her victory over Lucie Hradecka.

Ump Gives New Meaning to “Mug Shot”: By – Jack Neworth

This is my 3rd column concerning veteran tennis line umpire, Lois (“Lolo”) Goodman, 70, who was arrested last week in Manhattan just prior to working the U.S. Open

Today’s Women’s News (08/29)

This doesn't actually make any difference in Victoria Azarenka's quest to stay #1 -- it's not enough points to matter. But it's perhaps sending a message....

BRYANS, PAES/STEPANEK AVOID SEEDS EXODUS

Americans Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan avoided the seeds exodus of Tuesday as they opened their US Open campaign with a straight-sets win Wednesday in New York.

FERRER MAKES STRONG START; STEBE OUSTS TROICKI

World No. 5 David Ferrer impressed in his opener at the US Open on Wednesday at Flushing Meadows, dismissing towering South African Kevin Anderson 6-4, 6-2, 7-6(3). The Spaniard won 74 per cent of points on serve and broke serve three times as he claimed victory in two hours and 16 minutes.

ISNER, TIPSAREVIC HANG TOUGH

American No. 1 John Isner was tested in his first-round clash at the US Open on Wednesday in New York, saving two set points in the fourth-set tie-break before edging Belgium’s Xavier Malisse 6-3, 7-6(5), 5-7, 7-6(9).

The Bryan Brothers Start Their Run For The Title

Bob and Mike Bryan begin their hunt for a fourth US Open men’s doubles crown when they take on Belgians Steve Darcis and David Goffin on Court 4.

Brian Baker’s Remarkable Comeback

Brian Baker wins today at the US Open!

US Open 2012: They Said It! – Williams, Roddick, Wozniacki, Stephens

“I'm definitely better than last fall. Last fall I didn't play any tournaments and I was at home watching on TV. So there's a big difference between watching on TV and being in a tournament"

Martina Hingis added to lineup for WTT Finals Weekend in Charleston, S.C.

2012 League MVP set to lead New York Sportimes squad

Day 2 Qualifier Results – How they did in the Main Draw

Despite Ivanovic having a tough time with her first serve Svitolina could never mount a serious threat to her sevice game not once forcing a break point. Canít win without breaks

Britain’s Johanna Konta Is Showing Promise

British women’s tennis continues to be upwardly mobile with new recruit Johanna Konta winning her way through to the second round of US Open

Roger Federer Gets Comfortable With Festive US Open

Roger Federer has made another successful switch to the carnival-like action of the US Open, quietly going about his business of trying to claim a sixth title