Gonzo to pose as a formidable challenge
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comFernando Gonzalez is more than a blistering forehand. But does he have enough to upset Rafael Nadal in the U.S. Open quarterfinals?
Story | Conversation | September 09, 2009Wide-open field a burden for Federer?
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comThe door is wide open for the venerable Roger Federer to capture the French Open title he has longed for. But will he embrace the challenge or cook under the pressure?
Story | Conversation | June 01, 2009Haynes, Dent back with renewed hope
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comIt's not the career they once envisioned, but Americans Angela Haynes and Taylor Dent have overcome catastrophes and are back on the court with refreshing ardor.
Story | Conversation | March 17, 2009Less is more for Andy Roddick
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comA maniacal workout regimen has a lighter, resculpted Andy Roddick playing like a heavyweight. That training will be critical in his semifinal clash with Roger Federer.
Story | Conversation | January 28, 2009Underdog Roddick confident he can satisfy home country
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNovak Djokovic won't have many allies when he limps, er, walks into a hostile Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday night versus a suddenly rejuvenated and confident Andy Roddick.
Story | Conversation | September 03, 2008Back to square one for Davenport?
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comBack to square one? NEW YORK -- She hadn't played here in two years, and she hadn't played a singles match in almost two months. But 23rd-seeded Lin...
PageRoddick, Blake hoping home Grand Slam is a quick fix
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...Behrouz Mehri/AFP/Getty Images From his upset of Roger Federer, to a controversial loss versus Fernando Gonzalez, it was an evocative Olympics for James Blake. No place like home Top American players are...
Page | ConversationSour day for Ginepri, American contingent at Wimbledon
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...Instead, he found himself across the net from the all-too-familiar figure of Chile's Fernando Gonzalez prowling the baseline. Gonzalez ousted Ginepri in the first round here last year and ended Ginepri...
PageSign of progress for Americans in France
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...loss came close on the heels of Robby Ginepri's elimination by Chile's 24th-seeded Fernando Gonzalez, whose electrifying forehand enabled him to dictate much of the action. Ginepri's round-of-16...
PageEl Aynaoui graces tennis world with comeback and encouraging result
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comHe's the embodiment of charisma but Younes El Aynaoui had virtually disappeared from the tennis circuit after myriad injuries derailed his career. The Moroccan veteran, though, stormed back onto the scene last week, reaching the BMW Open semifinals.
Story | Conversation | May 05, 2008Comeback Kid Davenport and Sharapova on course for second-round clash
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comIntriguing early-round battles Down Under Drawing a few conclusions from the Australian Open draw, lightning-round style: Women Is Lindsay...
PageIsrael's top players on the brink of another kind of breakthrough
Bonnie D. Ford, Special to ESPN.comIt's been a great year for Israeli players, from Shahar Peer to the doubles team of Erlich and Ram, and a Davis Cup win. 2008 could bring another breakthrough as Israeli players weigh whether to compete in Muslim countries.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2007Is Federer too tough a hurdle for Roddick to clear?
Bonnie D. Ford, Special to ESPN.comFor 90 minutes, Andy Roddick matched Roger Federer shot for shot but still found himself down two sets to none. What does America's top player have to do in order to beat Federer?
Story | Conversation | September 05, 2007Foursome looking to build on momentum
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comMelanie Oudin and John Isner were among a quartet of players who gained new fans and new respect at the U.S. Open. Where do they go from here?
Story | Conversation | September 22, 2009TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "fernando gonzalez" make the list?