50 Results for americas cup

U.S. taking a more unified approach

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

The U.S. has taken considerable steps to thrust itself back into the forefront of tennis. So how are the early returns looking?

Story | Conversation | August 19, 2009

Luring U.S. kids gaining traction?

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Having American standouts isn't absolutely essential to the viability of global tennis -- but it matters. So when will we see the next generation of U.S. stars?

Story | Conversation | August 14, 2009

What is tennis' place in America today?

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

More than 15 years after tennis was left for dead, it has witnessed positive momentum. But while more visible, how relevant is it in the matrix of American sports?

Story | Conversation | August 14, 2009

Rice a hero in a big way for a young boy

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Looking back on his Hall of Fame career, Jim Rice points to a moment nearly 27 years ago when he simply did the right thing -- and may have saved a young boy's life in the process.

Story | Conversation | July 24, 2009

Americans appreciably better in Day 2

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

After a rather fallow opening day for the Americans at the French Open, the U.S. armada rebounded on Monday.

Story | Conversation | May 25, 2009

Oudin a welcome addition for U.S. tennis

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Is there a glimmer of hope for American women's tennis aside from stalwarts Serena and Venus Williams? Her name is Melanie Oudin, and at 17 years old, she is already making a splash.

Story | Conversation | February 24, 2009

Roddick overcomes disastrous start to get by Gulbis

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Despite fending off Ernests Gulbis in four sets at the U.S. Open early Saturday morning, Andy Roddick's overtly stressful second-round match was an ominous sign the world has caught up.

Story | Conversation | August 29, 2008

Once No. 1-ranked player on the planet trying to regain form

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

He has a suddenly fragile body and daunting U.S. Open draw. He has the unfortunate timing of playing in the same era as Roger Federer, while his biological tennis clock is ticking. But it's OK being Andy Roddick.

Story | Conversation | August 26, 2008

Determined Levine steadfast in making a name for himself

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Jesse Levine's mantra is simple: Just do better than last year. Though he's not your household name, Levine has vaulted up the ATP ladder with heart, determination and unadulterated ball striking.

Story | Conversation | August 19, 2008

Nadal amplifies his clay-court prowess at French Open

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

From a lopsided men's final to the best espresso in town, the French Open had highlights -- and lowlights -- aplenty.

Story | Conversation | June 08, 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

Unblemished Nadal aiming to build on historical French run

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Wax all you want about Rafael Nadal's patience, perseverance and moxie. With a perfect 21-0 record at the French Open and the pursuit of a fourth straight championship approaching, we're witnessing a feat that may never again be duplicated.

Story | Conversation | May 22, 2008

Young maturing on, and off, the court

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Two weeks ago, Donald Young was winless on the ATP Tour. Now, he's one win from reaching the second week at the U.S. Open. The ascent so many predicted for him has finally begun, writes Greg Garber.

Story | Conversation | August 30, 2007

Is there a right time to turn pro?

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

American John Isner and Donald Young both won their first career Grand Slam matches in the first round of the U.S. Open. But they took very different paths to get here, writes Greg Garber.

Story | Conversation | August 28, 2007

Clay continues to confound Roddick

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

It's not that Andy Roddick doesn't like getting dirty. He's won six tournaments on clay, including four of the first six of his career. Rather, clay just doesn't seem to like Roddick, writes Greg Garber.

Story | Conversation | May 29, 2007