Court-speed conspiracy theory
Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.comNEW YORK -- There is a conspiracy theory floating around here on the grounds of the National Tennis Center: The USTA, trying to improve the chan...
Page | ConversationSafina's greatest challenge? Herself
Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.comNEW YORK -- Dinara Safina can't catch a break. She's the No. 1 seed at the U.S. Open and her brother Marat, playing his final tournament at ...
Page | ConversationBad day at the office for Novak Djokovic
Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.comDjoker drubbed PARIS -- Rarely has a defeat been as galvanizing as Novak Djokovic's 3-6, 7-6 (5), 7-6 (9) loss to Rafael Nadal two weeks ago in th...
Page | ConversationArgentines to embark on pivotal tennis moment
Greg Garber, ESPN.comWith a depleted Spanish team, the Argentines are heavy favorites heading into their Davis Cup clash. But despite the formidable makeup, it's going to take gumption and hard work to complete the journey.
Story | Conversation | November 18, 2008Federer's emphatic statement at U.S. Open salvages deflated season
Greg Garber, ESPN.comSo close, yet so far. That was the theme of Roger Federer's season from the outset. But after a massive effort versus Andy Murray at the U.S. Open, the Swiss proved he is still a force to be reckoned with.
Story | Conversation | September 08, 2008Olympic fatigue catching up with Federer and the field
Greg Garber, ESPN.comWorn out. Taxed. Battered. Did anyone say the Olympics wouldn't hamper the players? Just ask Roger Federer, who needed five grueling sets to defeat Igor Andreev at the U.S. Open.
Story | Conversation | September 02, 2008Federer's spirits remain high despite season of tribulations
Greg Garber, ESPN.comAn indifferent season has temporarily stalled the Roger Federer Big Apple buzz. But the once-invincible king has remained optimistic and resolute in his quest for a fifth straight U.S. Open crown.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2008Keeping a watchful eye on the big three
Greg Garber, ESPN.comThe 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, 2008Unblemished Nadal aiming to build on historical French run
Greg Garber, ESPN.comWax 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, 2008Young maturing on, and off, the court
Greg Garber, ESPN.comTwo 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, 2007Roddick only American male to advance on Monday
Greg Garber, ESPN.comAfter going winless at the French Open, the American men will have at least one player in the second round at Wimbledon, writes Greg Garber.
Story | Conversation | June 25, 2007Forecast calls for precipitation and patience
Greg Garber, ESPN.comThe first round at Wimbledon is scheduled to start on Monday. That is, of course, if the weather cooperates. Greg Garber writes about precipitation, patience and the top players on the eve of The Championships.
Story | Conversation | June 24, 2007Grass will be greener for Roddick at Wimbledon
Greg Garber, ESPN.comAfter a steady diet of dirt for six weeks in which the results were average at best, Andy Roddick hopes to feast on the grass at Wimbledon, writes Greg Garber.
Story | Conversation | June 18, 2007Djokovic playing years ahead of his time
Greg Garber, ESPN.comHe's been 20 for all of two weeks, but Novak Djokovic thinks and plays years ahead of his time. And as Greg Garber writes, for the foreseeable future, expect him to hang around deep into Grand Slams.
Story | Conversation | June 06, 2007Youngsters step up with breakthrough performances
Greg Garber, ESPN.comSeven of the top eight seeds advanced to the French Open quarterfinals. However, a closer look at those who reached the final eight shows a changing of the guard in the women's game.
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