TAG: Pete Sampras
Feb/18
8
Facing Sampras Inteview with Tennis Message
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I recently did this interview with Tennis Message magazine about my latest book "Facing Sampras."
(Photo by Danny Chamblee)
Question: What inspired you to write Facing Sampras?
Scoop Malinowski: "Curiosity to know what is it like to actually play tennis against Pete Sampras from an insider perspective. It's always interesting and educational to learn how the very best at their trade operate, in whatever sport or business or occupation. With Pete Sampras, most of us have seen the matches live or on TV. I wanted to investigate deeper by talking to the players about their experiences on the tennis courts with Pete Continue to read full article...
(Photo by Danny Chamblee)
Question: What inspired you to write Facing Sampras?
Scoop Malinowski: "Curiosity to know what is it like to actually play tennis against Pete Sampras from an insider perspective. It's always interesting and educational to learn how the very best at their trade operate, in whatever sport or business or occupation. With Pete Sampras, most of us have seen the matches live or on TV. I wanted to investigate deeper by talking to the players about their experiences on the tennis courts with Pete Continue to read full article...
Facing Sampras: Symposium of a Champion
Competitors and rivals of Pete Sampras, one of the greatest champions in the history of sport, discuss in detail their memories and experiences of playing tennis against the seven-time Wimbledon champion, who reigned for six years as the ATP World No. 1 ranked tennis player (1993-1998). Continue to read full article...
Nov/17
6
Artist’s Views On Tennis: LeRoy Neiman
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By Scoop Malinowski
Artist LeRoy Neiman has traveled the globe to paint, sketch and draw. His creations have showcased nature, humanity or any subject that arrest his attention, including sport and tennis.
"Tennis is pure," says the artist in his studio on a sunny summer day, less than a block from Central Park in New York City. "The players come out quietly. They warm up. They have the player introductions which is very dignified. And then they start to play. There is no big to-do before it starts. That's a tradition and they're holding to it. I like the fact that Sampras wore all white all the time. I like to see my fencers in white, my doctors in white and my tennis players in white [laughs]. In other sports, they've made it so you have other experiences at the event. I think it's gone too far. Tennis is still pure. I don't think tennis needs any improvement or showbiz." Continue to read full article...
Artist · LeRoy Neiman · NYC · Pete Sampras
May/11
11
Biofile Marion Bartoli Interview
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By Scoop Malinowski Status: Won Wimbledon in 2013. Winner of eight WTA singles titles. Highest ranking was no. 7 in the world in 2012. Also won three WTA doubles titles. Ht: 5-6 3/4 Wt: 139 DOB: October 2, 1984 In: Le Puy en Velay, France Hobbies/Interests: “I love to shop. Love to paint. I love […] Continue to read full article...
Marion Bartoli · Monica Seles · Pete Sampras · Serena Williams · Wimbledon
Sep/10
21
The Sampras-Agassi Fiasco in Costa Rica
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Unbeknownst to many, Pete Sampras and Andre Agassi were supposed to play an exhibition match against each other on Saturday night in Costa Rica. But the latest edition of the storied rivalry was canceled because of rain.
The pair of American tennis legends arrived in Costa Rica on Friday... Continue to read full article...
