U.S. Fed Cup leaning on kids again
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comDespite her pledge to play the Fed Cup finale unless she was in a wheelchair, Serena Williams has bowed out. So it's up to emerging U.S. talent to come through again.
Story | Conversation | November 02, 2009Blake finishing '09 with Jones as coach
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNo. 24 James Blake, struggling to regain the form that kept him in the top 10 for much of a three-season stretch from 2006-08, said he and lifelong coach Brian Barker mutually decided that Barker would stop traveling with him after the U.S. Open.
Story | Conversation | October 08, 2009Isner finally utilizing massive game
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comJohn Isner hasn't always understood how to maximize his massive attributes. But to the chagrin of his opponents, Isner's inner beast is finally awakening.
Story | Conversation | September 07, 2009Querrey and sidekick enjoying success
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comSam Querrey is the U.S. Open Series champ, has a devoted following and now Dan the intern. Could life be better?
Story | Conversation | September 03, 2009Martin joins Djokovic entourage
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comOne coach isn't always enough. Just ask Novak Djokovic, who sought outside counsel to help him maximize his talent.
Story | Conversation | September 02, 2009Federer left chasing Rafa -- on his own
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comAfter announcing Darren Cahill won't be his coach, Roger Federer leaves us wondering where he stands at this critical juncture of the season.
Story | Conversation | March 12, 2009Nadal's efficient, brilliant shotmaking propels Spain into final
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNot even an ailing posterior could prevent Rafael Nadal from a near-flawless performance. At a historic bullring in Madrid, the world No. 1 bludgeoned American Andy Roddick in straight sets to propel the Spaniards into the Davis Cup final.
Story | Conversation | September 22, 2008U.S. finds no satisfaction in a moral victory
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comEntrenched in a hostile Madrid environment, Sam Querrey and Andy Roddick ardently fought the Spaniards in the Day 1 Davis Cup semifinals. But the U.S. heads into Saturday's action down 0-2.
Story | Conversation | September 19, 2008U.S. trying to make the best of a scrambled situation
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comDespite the downright nasty atmosphere of a 20,000-seat bullfighting venue in Madrid, and Rafael Nadal's dominance on red clay, the U.S. hasn't waved the white flag in its Davis Cup tie versus Spain.
Story | Conversation | September 18, 2008Fish latest addition to afflicted U.S. Davis Cup squad
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...retired with an injury, and couldn't put up much resistance against his in-form pal Mardy Fish. And speaking of Fish Hope his fiancée Stacey Gardner has all the last-minute details dialed...
Page | ConversationFish finding his game at right time despite coaching carousel
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNick Laham/Getty Images Mardy Fish has been on a roll at the U.S. Open, despite an uncertain coaching situation. Four...
Page | ConversationLong and short of it, Querrey put in a gutsy performance
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comTaking down Rafael Nadal was a tall order, but Sam Querrey was almost up to the task, writes Bonnie D. Ford.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2008Dejected Blake, elated teenagers highlight Week 1 of the U.S. Open
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comWhile a crestfallen summer certainly hurt Ana Ivanovic's chances, perhaps karma played a role in Lindsay Davenport's early dismissal. Bonnie D. Ford highlights the week that was at the U.S. Open.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2008Mixed day for Americans at Wimbledon
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comAll business WIMBLEDON, England -- This trip is gravy, in a way, for Lindsay Davenport. Her son just turned a year old in this season of stolen time...
PageSour day for Ginepri, American contingent at Wimbledon
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comGoing home WIMBLEDON, England -- Like most players, Robby Ginepri says he doesn't like to peek at his draw ahead of time, but his famous coach, Jose H...
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