History on the line for Rafael Nadal at the U.S. Open
Greg Garber, ESPN.comEvolving from the king of clay to grass master and Olympic gold medalist, a U.S. Open championship for Rafael Nadal would be one of the greatest seasons in tennis history.
Story | Conversation | September 05, 2008Nadal looking to conquer the final chapter in a memorable season
Greg Garber, ESPN.comRafael Nadal sits alone at the sports' pinnacle. The new world No. 1 evolved from a dirt specialist to a grass master, pulling off the arduous European Grand Slam double. But does he have enough left to surmount the daunting U.S. Open hard courts?
Story | Conversation | August 21, 2008Hard-court success continues to elude Rafa
Greg Garber, ESPN.comHe owns the French Open and is a two-time Wimbledon finalist. So why can't Rafael Nadal make that breakthrough on hard courts?
Story | Conversation | September 04, 2007Federer focused despite Borg's presence
Greg Garber, ESPN.comRoger Federer snapped Rafael Nadal's record win streak on clay earlier this season. On Sunday, the Spaniard would like nothing more than to return the favor to the four-time defending Wimbledon champion, writes Greg Garber.
Story | Conversation | July 07, 2007History looms for Federer ... again
Greg Garber, ESPN.comRoger Federer, once again, is staring at a piece of tennis history. This time, however -- on the eve of the French Open final -- Federer says things are different.
Story | Conversation | May 26, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
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