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Bjorkman the last of a dying breed

Sandra Hartwitt, Special to ESPN.com

One of the most charismatic players to ever set foot on a court, Jonas Bjorkman will call it a career following the Masters Cup. He'll leave behind the unique legacy of stardom in singles and doubles.

Story | Conversation | November 11, 2008

Southpaw Nadal a rarity among his tennis brethren

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

...as the Connors-Vilas-John McEnroe troika gave way to players like Goran Ivanisevic, Thomas Muster, Greg Rusedski and Rios -- but their ranks have thinned definitively since. Thomas Niedermueller/Bongarts/Getty Images Patty Schnyder...

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How the realization Federer is human boosted his appeal

Kamakshi Tandon, Special to ESPN.com

Federer's historic career earned him plenty of respect in his native Switzerland, but it took this year's tumultuous summer for them to truly appreciate him. He returns to play his hometown event in Basel this week not just as a tennis champion, but a national hero.

Story | Conversation | October 20, 2008

Murray beats Simon to win Madrid Masters title, fourth of season

Associated Press

Fourth-ranked Andy Murray beat Gilles Simon of France 6-4, 7-6 (6) Sunday to win the Madrid Masters.

Story | Conversation | October 19, 2008

Roddick winding his way through a tricky draw

Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.com

Spinning forward Julie Coin won't soon forget the first week of the U.S. Open. The unknown from France pulled off one of the biggest upsets in histor...

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For better or worse, Murray rife with drama

Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.com

His talent level is indisputable despite turbulent results. His season has been replete with ups and downs. Now as Wimbledon approaches, the Brits are hoping Andy Murray can set aside the controversy and focus on a successful run at the All England Club.

Story | Conversation | June 16, 2008

'Money' back, guaranteed -- and here's why

Eric Raskin, ESPN.com

Sports fans love an aging, once-great athlete making a late-career run in the unfamiliar underdog role. Just ask Sugar Ray Leonard. Or Pete Sampras. Would a return to the ring in a few years' time make Floyd "Money" Mayweather a beloved fighter?

Story | Conversation | June 13, 2008

Wait, is Tom Brady shirtless again?

Patrick Hruby, Page 2

Tom Brady shirtless. Tony and Jessica. T.O. and ... Paris Hilton? Yes, this week's quiz is a must.

Story | Conversation | January 25, 2008

Hantuchova, Ivanovic persevere despite growing pains

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Ana Ivanovic grew up in war-ravaged Serbia, while her next opponent, Daniela Hantuchova, has resurrected after years of public dissection. Both players could have easily crumbled, but they didn't.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2008

The LTA's roadmap takes yet another turn

Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.com

In 2007, tennis' upper echelons dealt with match-fixing allegations, a bizarre retirement and a possible poisoning. Meanwhile, Great Britain's Lawn Tennis Association had its own mini-crises.

Story | Conversation | December 11, 2007

Fantastic finish and farewell for Tim Henman

Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.com

Tim Henman never won Wimbledon, but Great Britain's best player over the last decade ended his career a winner at the All England Club.

Story | Conversation | September 23, 2007

Are nights getting too long at the U.S. Open?

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer played until 1:50 a.m ET in the fourth round at the U.S. Open. Is that good for tennis -- or bad? As spectacular as night tennis can be, sometimes it becomes too much.

Story | Conversation | September 05, 2007

Murray ready to shoulder the load by himself

Bonnie D. Ford, Special to ESPN.com

With Tim Henman's pending retirement, Andy Murray will be shouldering the tennis load for Great Britain in the coming years. And that's OK with Murray, writes Bonnie D. Ford.

Story | Conversation | August 27, 2007

Henman will retire after Davis Cup playoff

Associated Press

Britain's Tim Henman announced on Thursday that he intends to retire from the sport after the Davis Cup world group playoff against Croatia next month.

Story | Conversation | August 23, 2007

Gamesmanship is name of the game in tennis

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Cheating is hard to pull off in tennis. However, whether it's coaching from the stands or bathroom breaks, players can -- and do -- get away with various forms of gamesmanship, writes Greg Garber.

Story | Conversation | July 31, 2007