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Brad Gilbert agonized over his decisions. He spent copious amounts of time reviewing the film and going to the chalkboard. But in the end, it all paid off: He can call himself the 2012 experts' picks winner.

ESPN is marking the 40th anniversary of Title IX by unveiling the top 40 female athletes of the past 40 years. When she was 18, Steffi Graf took down a legend in the finals of the French Open. A year later, Graf won the "Golden Slam," claiming all...

Gilles Muller wasn't what you would call a disciplined player for a good part of his career. But he's ready to make the best out of his newfound determination.

Remember way back in the first round when Rafael Nadal almost lost to John Isner? And we were worried?

Unfortunately for the two Andys, Roddick and Murray, losing is breeding more losing. When will the hangover end?

Unfortunately for the two Andys, Roddick and Murray, losing is breeding more losing. When will the hangover end?

If you aspire to put in long hours, parse petty details, scout talent, mentor stars and ... win, then we have a job for you: U.S. Davis Cup captain.

Join us Saturday at 8 p.m., live from the U.S. Open women's final. LZ Granderson's guests include Amare Stoudemire, Brad Gilbert, Patrick McEnroe and Jane McManus. We'll discuss the match, interact with your questions and comments and much more!...

What is it about tennis that skews our expectations toward the elegant and causes us to overlook the importance of a good grind? After all, there's nothing more attractive than victory.

Wimbledon is hours away, and with it compelling matches. Rafael Nadal, who was forced to withdraw last year with tendinitis in his knees, is back and healthy. "Rafa" enters the fortnight as the No. 1 ranked player in the world, yet is the No. 2 seed ...

Perhaps it's an overstatement to call Andy Murray's match against Rafael Nadal a moment of truth for the Scot. But it's close.

Andre Agassi's former coach says the first time learned Agassi had used crystal meth was when he read an early draft of Agassi's autobiography last year, The New York Times reports.

Not long ago, Andy Murray wasn't such a fan favorite in Britain. He was accused of being too cocky, didn't take his fitness seriously and, inevitably, was always injured. But since assembling a new team late last year, the 21-year-old has flourished and, admittedly, matured.

In tennis, the itinerant lifestyles of coaches are often the norm. Just ask Brad Gilbert, who has mentored Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick and Andy Murray for short spurts. But there are rare partnerships that have thrived because of longevity.

Disappearing forehand. Waning confidence. Match deprivation. For Roger Federer, it all adds up to early-season doom and gloom. But fear not, the world No. 1 has been mired in frosty streaks in the past, and a return to top form is just around the corner.

For all his accomplishments and accolades after four-plus years of dominance, the one discernible inconsistency in Roger Federer's game has been a full-time coach.