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Nadal's knee assessment? Fresh for now

Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.com

NEW YORK -- The awkward little backhand from Richard Gasquet carved its way through the air and, for a split second, Rafael Nadal hesitated. The...

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Serena simply too good on this day

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

There was nothing to suggest Venus Williams wouldn't win a sixth Wimbledon title. That was until ferocious little sis Serena stepped on the court and swept away the title.

Story | Conversation | July 04, 2009

Will Safina finally rise to the occasion?

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

With all eyes on the seemingly invincible Williams sisters, can Dinara Safina wash away the miserable failures of her past Slam experiences or crack under the pressure?

Story | Conversation | June 30, 2009

Bad day at the office for Novak Djokovic

Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.com

Djoker drubbed PARIS -- Rarely has a defeat been as galvanizing as Novak Djokovic's 3-6, 7-6 (5), 7-6 (9) loss to Rafael Nadal two weeks ago in th...

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Gutsy Sharapova comes through when it matters

Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.com

On the mend PARIS -- Maria Sharapova has always been among the best-dressed in her field and this year at Roland Garros is no exception. The 22-yea...

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Barrage of aces not enough for Dr. Ivo

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Despite a mammoth serving performance from Ivo Karlovic, Lleyton Hewitt battled his way into the second round of the French Open.

Story | Conversation | May 24, 2009

Sisters' success in Miami unparalleled

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Perhaps we should refer to the Key Biscayne event as the "Williams Open." With the breadth and depth of success the Williams sisters have had, it's not unreasonable.

Story | Conversation | April 01, 2009

Serena ends magical U.S. Open with championship and No. 1 ranking

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Serena Williams has had plenty of ups and downs since dominating tennis five years ago. But after claiming her third U.S. Open title, and the No. 1 ranking to boot, she appears to be stronger than ever.

Story | Conversation | September 07, 2008

Coin's win an upset of epic historical proportions

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Coin shocks the world NEW YORK -- When she lost in qualifying at Wimbledon -- Julie Coin almost always loses in qualifying -- the thought first cros...

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American mystery sticking around at All England Club

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

...when an errant backhand sailed long. Williams won as expected -- 7-6 (5), 6-1 over Amelie Mauresmo -- but the first set was a struggle. Mauresmo was serving at 5-all in the first...

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Tennis not necessarily the game of choice for Wimbledon's competitors

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Soccer a religion WIMBLEDON, England -- The standing-room-only crowd at the Common Room is focused intently on the several flat screens scattered arou...

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Results aren't matching Vaidisova's irrefutable talent

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Nicole Vaidisova has been touted as one of the up-and-coming stars. But after changes aplenty to her life in recent months and now a first-round loss at the French Open, the on-court collateral damage is piling up.

Story | Conversation | May 25, 2008

Keeping a watchful eye on the big three

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

The obvious consensus is that the French title is Rafael Nadal's to lose. However, it's clear Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic won't be afraid to battle the Spaniard, if and when the time comes.

Story | Conversation | May 24, 2008

Henin's greatest strength came at a price

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Justine Henin was a small girl in a big girls' game. Her relentless fighting spirit and resolve led her to the pinnacle of tennis & but ultimately to her demise as well.

Story | Conversation | May 14, 2008

Who's top player on women's tour in 2007?

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Venus, Serena and Justine Henin have combined to win the first three Grand Slams in 2007. Will one win the year's final major and take control of the wide open women's game?

Story | Conversation | August 27, 2007