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, 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, 2008Long 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, 2008Despite losing streak, Roddick never stopped believing in himself
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comWhat do you get when you're serving down your opponent's throat, converting at opportune times and just leaving it all on court. For Andy Roddick it meant snapping at 11-match losing streak to Roger Federer.
Story | Conversation | April 03, 2008Ginepri's offseason boot camp paying dividends
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comRobby Ginepri's slump has been so grave, he failed to make the player biography section in the ATP media guide. But with a coach who's willing to push him out of his comfort zone, Ginepri is steadfast in maximizing the next few years.
Story | Conversation | February 28, 2008Cohesive unit unites U.S. Davis Cup team
Bonnie D. Ford, Special to ESPN.comHistory has shown that being on the U.S Davis Cup team doesn't equate to being great teammates. But the foursome Patrick McEnroe has assembled for the last two years couldn't be a tighter bunch -- on and off the court.
Story | Conversation | November 26, 2007Despite unconventional path, Isner beginning to flourish
Bonnie D. Ford, Special to ESPN.comAfter an unconventional path -- one that included college tennis, not the pros -- to get to where he is, John Isner is turning heads. And if he doesn't watch out, he may just become a marked man.
Story | Conversation | September 27, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "mardy fish" make the list?