99 Results for roger federer

Draw of Davis Cup still brings out best

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Despite its midmarket venues and scheduling quirks, nothing brings out the national loyalties and exceptional tennis of today's top players like Davis Cup competition.

Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009

Eyeing contenders at ATP's year-ender

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Is Roger Federer out of gas as the tour rolls into London for the year-ending ATP World Tour Finals? And if Fed can't get stoked to secure the No. 1 ranking, who might burst through the door he leaves open?

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

Freak injury sets Querrey back

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Building on the finest season of his career, Sam Querrey's momentum was suddenly halted by a freak injury. But fear not. His future remains bright.

Story | Conversation | October 08, 2009

Henin's journey begins -- again

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Months after absolutely, positively closing the door on her career, Justine Henin is back. Now, can we please stop using the "R" word?

Story | Conversation | September 22, 2009

Youthful resolve enough for del Potro

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

They say you gain wisdom from experience. Juan Martin del Potro has neither, but it didn't matter in the U.S. Open final.

Story | Conversation | September 14, 2009

Gonzo to pose as a formidable challenge

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Fernando Gonzalez is more than a blistering forehand. But does he have enough to upset Rafael Nadal in the U.S. Open quarterfinals?

Story | Conversation | September 09, 2009

Isner finally utilizing massive game

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

John 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, 2009

Roddick endures another tough loss

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

As difficult as it is to swallow, Andy Roddick simply could not fend off the serving bazooka known as John Isner at the U.S. Open on Saturday.

Story | Conversation | September 05, 2009

Martin joins Djokovic entourage

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

One coach isn't always enough. Just ask Novak Djokovic, who sought outside counsel to help him maximize his talent.

Story | Conversation | September 02, 2009

Buchanan has the right attitude

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Don't discount Chase Buchanan when he faces Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. The American prospect is new to the grand stage but ready for the fight.

Story | Conversation | August 31, 2009

What's next in the Federer-Nadal rivalry?

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

The past couple of years have been a riveting, emotional tug-of-war between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. So what's in store for New York?

Story | Conversation | August 28, 2009

Week 1 of Tour belongs to sprinters

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

The overall winner of the Tour de France likely won't be revealed until the race's final week, but the first week of cycling's premier event belongs to sprinters like Mark Cavendish.

Story | Conversation | July 05, 2009

No more holes in Federer's résumé

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

What do you get when combining the feats of Andre Agassi and Pete Sampras? For Roger Federer, 14 majors, a career Grand Slam and a dream fulfilled.

Story | Conversation | June 07, 2009

Wide-open field a burden for Federer?

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

The door is wide open for the venerable Roger Federer to capture the French Open title he has longed for. But will he embrace the challenge or cook under the pressure?

Story | Conversation | June 01, 2009

Roddick's French ties go beyond tennis

Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com

Considering his career-long travails at Roland Garros, it's ironic that all-American boy Andy Roddick is such a smashing hit with the French.

Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009