All signs point to an Argentina romp over Spain
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comSlick hard courts. A raucous home crowd. No Rafael Nadal. Argentina has an opportunity to collar its maiden Davis Cup title in what will be the five most important points the country has ever played.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2008Paris represents last chance to earn a berth at Masters Cup
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe top half of the Masters Cup men's field is set, but a handful of players -- including Juan Martin Del Potro, Gilles Simon and David Ferrer -- are battling for the final two spots.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 2008Murray seeking third straight Masters Series title
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe big four journey to Paris, the final Masters Series event of the season, in an attempt to fortify their seasons and gain confidence for the Masters Cup. But do they have the goods to wend their way through the draw?
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2008Big Three looking to master Madrid
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comAfter a brief hiatus, Roger Federer makes his return to tennis at the Madrid Masters, seeking to build on the momentum from his U.S. Open championship. But will an onerous draw hinder his chances? Ravi Ubha breaks down the field.
Story | Conversation | October 13, 2008Bad boys, bad boys, whatcha gonna do
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comWhile Novak Djokovic didn't win many fans Thursday at the U.S. Open, he's not tennis' only bad boy. Meet the few who have a penchant for ball abuse, crowd taunting and all-around aggravated behavior.
Story | Conversation | September 05, 2008Nadal faces few obstacles en route to semifinals
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comNewly crowned world No. 1 Rafael Nadal and four-time defending champion Roger Federer appear to have gentle quadrants as they embark on a journey to meet in a third straight Grand Slam final.
Story | Conversation | August 21, 2008Can Federer find his form and capture Olympic gold?
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIt's essentially a Masters Series event without byes. None of the top-tier men appear to have a seamless path toward an Olympic medal.
Story | Conversation | August 07, 2008Federer's serve allowing him to manufacture easy points
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comWhy is Roger Federer the only men's player left at Wimbledon who has yet to lose a set? He's serving lights out.
Story | Conversation | July 02, 2008Now is Nadal's time to win Wimbledon
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comWe should see Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in the Wimbledon finals for the third straight year. But, unlike the past two years, the outcome will be very different, Ravi Ubha writes.
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, 2008Time running out in Federer's quest for elusive French title
Ravi Ubha, Special ESPN.comRoger Federer and Rafael Nadal appear to have smooth rides in their respective portions of the French Open draw. But the question is whether the world No. 1 will finally discover the winning formula and capture the one Slam missing from his resume.
Story | Conversation | May 23, 2008Nadal prohibitive favorite to claim fourth straight Rome title
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe Rome Masters is upon us, and with it come the world's top two players, who are clearly a cut above the rest. Rafael Nadal is on another protracted clay winning streak, while Roger Federer is again playing with resolve.
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, 2008U.S.-France likely to come down to the wire; Spain, Argentina should cruise
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe defending champion Americans are oozing with bravado. The French squad is overflowing with talent. Sprinkle in some bad blood, and we've got a Davis Cup spectacle on our hands. But who wins? Ravi Ubha provides a tie-by-tie breakdown.
Story | Conversation | April 07, 2008Little star power, waning interest attribute to plight of Swedish tennis
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThey've germinated dozens of world-class performers through the years. But with no players etched in the top 50, Sweden is pining for the days of Bjorn Borg, Mats Wilander and Stefan Edberg.
Story | Conversation | February 15, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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