Nadal's monopoly on clay indefinite
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comTo suggest the likes Andy Murray or David Nalbandian could upset Rafael Nadal on clay is ludicrous. The world No. 1 has undisputed authority on dirt.
Story | Conversation | April 16, 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 Worm wriggling his way up
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comDon't fret about Maria Sharapova. Tennis might be on the backburner, but a burgeoning career as a tour guide might be her calling.
Story | Conversation | February 25, 2009Williams reaches fourth Aussie final
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comSerena Williams dispatched another Russian, the surging Elena Dementieva, 6-3, 6-4 to reach a fourth Australian Open final in yet another odd-numbered year.
Story | Conversation | January 28, 2009Fresh hope awaits some in 2009
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comRichard Gasquet is just one of several players who underachieved in 2008, writes Ravi Ubha. But expectations were high for a reason, and a new year is a fresh opportunity to meet them.
Story | Conversation | December 31, 20082008 tennis season breakdown easy as A-B-C
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIs breaking down the 2008 tennis season really that overwhelming? Many of you believe it was rife with volatility, exhilaration and complexity. But in reality, it was as simple as A, B, C.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2008Venus seeks retribution, title in Moscow
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comSwarming with Russians, Venus Williams looks to play spoiler at the Kremlin Cup in Moscow this week and get back into victory lane for the first time since Wimbledon. New world No. 1 Jelena Jankovic and Dinara Safina may have something to say first.
Story | Conversation | October 06, 2008Will Ivanovic, Sharapova bounce back from Wimbledon?
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comPlaying for the first time since early exits at Wimbledon, Ana Ivanovic and Maria Sharapova have something to prove this week in Montreal.
Story | Conversation | July 25, 2008All 32 players left in Wimbledon draw set to do battle on Monday
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe cachet of Wimbledon is unparalleled. But couple in all 16 players left in each of the respective draws battling on the same day and it's pure extravaganza. Ravi Ubha breaks down Monday's matchups.
Story | Conversation | June 28, 2008Roddick leaves England disappointed once again
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comAmericans gone bad WIMBLEDON, England -- Andy Roddick suffered one of the worst moments of his career at Wimbledon last year, upset by Richard Gasque...
PageVenus will return to finals, only to find Serena waiting
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comVenus Williams is the defending champion at Wimbledon, and Ravi Ubha writes she'll reach the final once again. However, sister Serena could very well be waiting for her.
Story | Conversation | June 19, 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, 2008Henin hopeful clay surface will help her overcome mundane season
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comJustine Henin has ruled the clay surface for the last few years. But a rejuvenated Serena Williams has been dominant thus far in 2008.
Story | Conversation | May 04, 2008Jankovic has been upstaged this season by fellow Serbs
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comRichard Gasquet's decision to bow out of his Davis Cup match because of a blister clearly didn't sit well. Justine Henin's roller-coaster season has challenged her stranglehold atop the rankings. These are just a few of the 2008 underachievers.
Story | Conversation | May 02, 2008The "Worm" is making his natural habitat on the tennis court
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIt wasn't long ago Radek Stepanek's world ranking was on the wrong side of 500. But today, the "Worm" is a genuine threat. And to boot, he's dating a sultry-hot WTA star, and has patented his own break-dance.
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