Archive for August 2017
Preview of US open
With all due respect to Montreal, Cincinnati, Winston Salem, the world of tennis prioritizes the four Grand Slam tournaments. Less than a month away now, all sights are set on the fourth and final tourney, the US Open...
Roger Federer
With his recent Wimbledon victory against Marin Cilic, Federer broke the number of wins at Wimbledon. Given this feat it is not surprising that Federer is one of the top contenders to win at the US Open. This year, Federer has not only won at Wimbledon but also at the Australian Open. Many have been shocked by Federer’s success given his age and injuries. If he can win at the US Open, he will capture 3 of the 4 Grand Slam titles for a total of 20 over his successful career. Continue to read full article...
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Controversy! Johnson-Medvedev Grudge Match at Citi Open
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Eugenie Bouchard: "It was a very tough decision to play Challengers. It was very humbling to play Challenger events because it is so different than WTA events. You dont even need a pass to get anywhere. My team and my coaches didnt want me to play but I forced the issue. I wanted to punish myself a lil bit. Go see that people have to grind and work through. I skipped the whole Challenger scene because from juniors I was playing WTAs and Grand Slams. I didnt even win the tournament there because there are great players playing those events."
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Gael Monfils on why he is so accessible to fans: "I think it's the way I am. I think it's the way I was raised. I think fans are very important. It's because if them that we can shine. It's the minimum we can do."
Mens champion will earn $355,400. Ladies winner - $43,000.
Simona Halep on her confidence following Wimbledon and French Open defeats: "I'm still confident but now I'm starting a different season. It's hard court season and I'm ready, feeling great and looking forward to playing matches." Continue to read full article...
Defending Citi Open champion Gael Monfils participated in the Citi Professional Development Day today, speaking about his life taking questions from local kids.
Gael revealed some interesting tidbits...
He started playing at two and his first coach was dad who played pro soccer.
He said "one regret is I didnt see my brother grow up because I was away."
After tennis occupation? 'Watchmaker. I love watches."
Diet: "Not very good. I have a bunch of people who remind me. I try to eat vegetables pasta rice before a big match. When they tell me to eat rice I do it." Continue to read full article...
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