Pressure is finally off Mauresmo
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe French Open invariably fosters spoilers and floaters. So who is it going to be this year? A rejuvenated Ivan Ljubicic? Perhaps a refreshed Amelie Mauresmo?
Story | Conversation | May 19, 2009Top players hit stumbling blocks
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe daunting desert of Indian Wells nearly dissolved Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer from the first Masters 1000 event of the year. But they both live on -- for now.
Story | Conversation | March 18, 2009The best seat in the house
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comWe can all tell our version of the historic, heart-pounding Wimbledon final between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. But this guy had the best seat in the house -- and called the shots.
Story | Conversation | January 26, 2009Expect smash-ball tennis in this one
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comJo-Wilfried Tsonga and James Blake are two of the most unassailable power hitters in tennis. Expect a taut, in-your-face battle when these two meet on Day 8 Down Under.
Story | Conversation | January 25, 2009Price not always right for Venus' mom
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comAs if Oracene Price wasn't nervous enough already, Venus Williams didn't do her mother any favors by becoming the first big casualty of this year's Australian Open.
Story | Conversation | January 23, 2009Which players are destined to have breakout seasons in 2009?
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comLast year we had Juan Martin Del Potro and Agnieszka Radwanska. So which players have the deftness, desire and requisite skills to break through in 2009? Ravi Ubha looks at the most likely candidates.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2008Afflicted Ancic can't seem to catch a break
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comWith a relapse of mono adding to an already extended litany of afflictions, Mario Ancic is, again, attempting a comeback. Conversely, teenage sensation Kei Nishikori is captivating fans with his magical play.
Story | Conversation | October 09, 2008Nadal, Safina ablaze heading into Beijing Olympics
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comFrom the scorching Rafael Nadal to the glacial Roger Federer, Ravi Ubha looks at who's hot and who's not heading into the Olympics.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2008Federer, Sharapova looking for a boost at the U.S. Open series
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe U.S. Open Series is the ultimate platform for a handful of players to salvage a less-than-stellar 2008 campaign. It's up to players like Andy Roddick and Maria Sharapova to ratchet up their games.
Story | Conversation | July 16, 2008Davenport's powerful game ideal for spoiler role at Wimbledon
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comMost of the usual suspects will be hanging around and vying for a title deep into the second week of Wimbledon. But there are a few relentless attackers who are ready to play the spoiler role.
Story | Conversation | June 18, 2008U.S.-France likely to come down to the wire; Spain, Argentina should cruise
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe defending champion Americans are oozing with bravado. The French squad is overflowing with talent. Sprinkle in some bad blood, and we've got a Davis Cup spectacle on our hands. But who wins? Ravi Ubha provides a tie-by-tie breakdown.
Story | Conversation | April 07, 2008Blake, coach have worked in concert from the outset
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIn 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.
Story | Conversation | March 28, 2008A little aplomb would go a long way for Baghdatis
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comHe has a high-risk game and big-time talent but has yielded subpar results. Marcos Baghdatis has all the tools in the world with one exception: He's missing a little between the ears.
Story | Conversation | March 07, 2008Clear focus, judicious schedule part of Ljubicic's plan to resurrect career
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIvan Ljubicic, once an inextricable face in the top 10, now finds himself in unfamiliar territory. Hampered by fatigue and other various maladies, he has painfully slipped down the rankings latter.
Story | Conversation | February 29, 2008Ljubicic: Gambling punishments don't necessarily fit the crime
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIvan Ljubicic, president of the ATP's player council, sheds light on today's hot topics.
Story | Conversation | February 29, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
NFL Expert Picks tops ESPN.com searches in October. Did "ivan ljubicic" make the list?
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