TAG: Yevgeny Kafelnikov
Dec/24
17
Kafelnikov’s Most Talented Players May Surprise You
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By Scoop Malinowski Last week former ATP world no. 1, Grand Slam and Olympic champion Yevgeny Kafelnikov told me that the two talented players he ever saw were a pair of unique champions that most people would be surprised to learn. “Marcelo Rios and Nick Kyrgios are the two most talented players I ever saw,” […] Continue to read full article...
Viktor Troicki yesterday: “I heard a rumor, (Novak Djokovic) wants a ‘big name’ as a coach. Honestly, I’m also guessing. I have no information and no idea who it could be. He’ll be looking for a big name with whom he can share experiences.” This idea makes a lot of sense for several reasons. Djokovic […] Continue to read full article...
Dec/23
16
Sander Groen: Most Doubles Partners In ATP History?
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By Scoop Malinowski No entity can cover all statistical data in tennis. There’s simply too much to compile. One category that is never discussed is, Which player has had the most partners in doubles history? Sander Groen did some research and believes he may be holding a unique world record: Over the course of 27 […] Continue to read full article...
ATP · Boris Becker · Marcelo Rios · Roger Federer · Sander Groen · Wimbledon · Yevgeny Kafelnikov
Jun/22
1
When Hrbaty Hired Fans At US Open
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By Scoop Malinowski One of the most memorable matches I ever saw live at US Open, of the couple of hundred I’ve seen over the decades, was the 2002 second round old Grandstand early afternoon clash between world no. 4 Yevgeny Kafelnikov and no. 52 Dominik Hrbaty. The reason this duel is still etched in […] Continue to read full article...
Oct/11
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Biofile Yevgeny Kafelnikov Interview
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By Scoop Malinowski Status: Former ATP world no. 1, French Open, Australian Open, 2000 Olympic Champion. Lead Russia to first Davis Cup victory in 2002. Ht: 6-3 Wt: 185 DOB: February 18, 1974 In: Sochi, Russia Tennis Inspirations: “There are a few people I loved to watch while (I) was young. (Who?) Well, obviously Borg […] Continue to read full article...
