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Ascension of Djokovic, Murray creates new dynamic in men's game

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

From Novak Djokovic's WWE lashing to Roger Federer's creepy cult ritual, the 2008 tennis season had wild and wacky moments aplenty. And that Nadal guy -- he did a few things, too.

Story | Conversation | December 01, 2008

2008 season highlighted by topsy-turvy battle for WTA supremacy

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

If Jelena Jankovic and the Williams sisters failed to win ESPN.com's WTA player of the year award, then who did? After hours of waffling and beating her head, Bonnie D. Ford is, well, still waffling.

Story | Conversation | December 01, 2008

Kantarian instrumental in leading tennis to mainstream culture

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Arlen Kantarian, unquestionably one the most relentless tennis visionaries of recent times, announced Thursday he will step down as the USTA's CEO at year's end. But what does this mean for the sport, notably the U.S. Open, moving forward?

Story | Conversation | October 30, 2008

Southpaw Nadal a rarity among his tennis brethren

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Four Points Milestones Rafael Nadal, a natural right-hander who learned to hit left-handed as a boy, is the ATP's first lefty year-end No. 1 since ...

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Nothing goofy about Nadal clinching the year-end No. 1

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

...80th match of the season. (Nadal tops the men's charts at 90 matches, boosted by extended Olympic and Davis Cup play.) Jankovic, never shy about detailing her numerous physical ailments, says she hasn't...

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Jankovic rebounds to reach Kremlin final; Zvonareva upends Safina

Reuters

Jelena Jankovic overcame a dreadful start to power past Elena Dementieva 0-6, 6-1, 6-0 in the Kremlin Cup semifinals on Saturday.

Story | Conversation | October 11, 2008

Reform to an Open status altered the course of tennis history

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

The Open era's influence on tennis is immeasurable. It has led to a deeper, richer infrastructure with unforgettable characters and achievements. Bonnie D. Ford kicks off a weeklong look celebrating the first 40 years of a rapidly evolving, prosperous game.

Story | Conversation | October 10, 2008

Nadal's efficient, brilliant shotmaking propels Spain into final

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Not 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, 2008

U.S. finds no satisfaction in a moral victory

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Entrenched 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, 2008

U.S. trying to make the best of a scrambled situation

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Despite 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, 2008

Fish latest addition to afflicted U.S. Davis Cup squad

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

...the hospital.'' Barker said Blake is worn out not only from his recent voyage to the Beijing Olympics, but also from two years of almost continuous play. Preparing for last year's Davis Cup final...

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Jankovic relishes Grand moment -- maybe too much

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Glancing at the big screen, goofy antics, rookie jitters and other histrionics played a role in Jelena Jankovic's U.S. Open loss to Serena Williams.

Story | Conversation | September 07, 2008

Murray muscles his way to first Grand Slam final

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Evolving from an undisciplined, gaunt teenager to a bulked-up, mentally stalwart star, Andy Murray has every reason to feel good about his chances versus Roger Federer in the U.S. Open final Monday.

Story | Conversation | September 07, 2008

Federer shines amid volatile day in New York

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Exuding the same dominance we've become accustomed to, Roger Federer disposed of Novak Djokovic in four sets on Saturday at the U.S. Open. Now he merely awaits an opponent.

Story | Conversation | September 06, 2008

Drama on tap for U.S. Open women's final

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Serena Williams and Jelena Jankovic have a date in the U.S. Open final, not only to claim the championship but for the right to be called the world's No. 1 player.

Story | Conversation | September 05, 2008