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Court-speed conspiracy theory

Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.com

NEW YORK -- There is a conspiracy theory floating around here on the grounds of the National Tennis Center: The USTA, trying to improve the chan...

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Safina's greatest challenge? Herself

Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.com

NEW 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 ...

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Bad day at the office for Novak Djokovic

Greg Garber, Special to ESPN.com

Djoker 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...

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Argentines to embark on pivotal tennis moment

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

With 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, 2008

Federer's emphatic statement at U.S. Open salvages deflated season

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

So 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, 2008

Olympic fatigue catching up with Federer and the field

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Worn 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, 2008

Federer's spirits remain high despite season of tribulations

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

An 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, 2008

Keeping a watchful eye on the big three

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

The 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, 2008

Unblemished Nadal aiming to build on historical French run

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Wax 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, 2008

Young maturing on, and off, the court

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Two 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, 2007

Roddick only American male to advance on Monday

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

After 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, 2007

Forecast calls for precipitation and patience

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

The 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, 2007

Grass will be greener for Roddick at Wimbledon

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

After 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, 2007

Djokovic playing years ahead of his time

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

He'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, 2007

Youngsters step up with breakthrough performances

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Seven 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.

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2007