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Ascension of Djokovic, Murray creates new dynamic in men's game
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comFrom Novak Djokovic's WWE lashing to Roger Federer's creepy cult ritual, the 2008 tennis season had wild and wacky moments aplenty. And that Nadal guy -- he did a few things, too.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 2008Kantarian instrumental in leading tennis to mainstream culture
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comArlen Kantarian, unquestionably one the most relentless tennis visionaries of recent times, announced Thursday he will step down as the USTA's CEO at year's end. But what does this mean for the sport, notably the U.S. Open, moving forward?
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2008Southpaw Nadal a rarity among his tennis brethren
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...Rafael Nadal, a natural right-hander who learned to hit left-handed as a boy, is the ATP's first lefty year-end No. 1 since John McEnroe in 1984, and when Nadal rocketed to...
Page | ConversationNothing goofy about Nadal clinching the year-end No. 1
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...aspect of Nadal's accomplishment is that he is the first left-handed player to hold the ATP year-end top spot since John McEnroe in 1984. (The last woman was Monica Seles, in 1992...
Page | ConversationTours must be creative with cost management during economic instability
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comWhile tennis may have some insulation from the current financial crisis because of a diverse portfolio extending over multiple continents, the tours are fully cognizant that appearance fees, title sponsors and attendance all may feel the effects of the market chaos.
Story | Conversation | October 02, 2008Nadal's efficient, brilliant shotmaking propels Spain into final
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNot even an ailing posterior could prevent Rafael Nadal from a near-flawless performance. At a historic bullring in Madrid, the world No. 1 bludgeoned American Andy Roddick in straight sets to propel the Spaniards into the Davis Cup final.
Story | Conversation | September 22, 2008Fish latest addition to afflicted U.S. Davis Cup squad
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comFour Points Hitting the wall James Blake bowed out of the trip to Madrid for the Davis Cup semifinal, ending his participation streak at 10 straigh...
Page | ConversationMurray muscles his way to first Grand Slam final
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comEvolving from an undisciplined, gaunt teenager to a bulked-up, mentally stalwart star, Andy Murray has every reason to feel good about his chances versus Roger Federer in the U.S. Open final Monday.
Story | Conversation | September 07, 2008Federer shines amid volatile day in New York
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comExuding the same dominance we've become accustomed to, Roger Federer disposed of Novak Djokovic in four sets on Saturday at the U.S. Open. Now he merely awaits an opponent.
Story | Conversation | September 06, 2008Federer's year of living defensively
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comTrying vehemently to get back to his apex, Roger Federer has responded with great focus and confidence at the U.S. Open.
Story | Conversation | September 04, 2008Scott: Tried to "bridge the gap" with the Williamses
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...start when she had a chance to sit down one-on-one with the former player and ATP executive. Bonnie D. Ford: You made this announcement Wednesday morning, you put all this work into these...
PageFish finding his game at right time despite coaching carousel
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNick Laham/Getty Images Mardy Fish has been on a roll at the U.S. Open, despite an uncertain coaching situation. Four Points NEW YORK -- In l...
Page | ConversationLong and short of it, Querrey put in a gutsy performance
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comTaking down Rafael Nadal was a tall order, but Sam Querrey was almost up to the task, writes Bonnie D. Ford.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2008Teenager Nishikori making a name for himself at the Open
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comJapanese teenager Kei Nishikori is making a name for himself at the U.S. Open at the right time, writes Bonnie D. Ford.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2008Nadal moving up the celebrity ladder
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comA continent away, Rafael Nadal's iconic stature is undeniable. But while his stardom has manifested in the U.S., the question remains: Is New York ready to embrace the Spanish matador?
Story | Conversation | August 29, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "atp" make the list?