Verdasco fit to join inner sanctum
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNo longer satisfied lurking on the edges of the top 10, Fernando Verdasco's decision to follow in the footsteps of one of the all-time greats, Andre Agassi, has him flying high.
Story | Conversation | January 29, 2009Ascension of Djokovic, Murray creates new dynamic in men's game
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comFrom 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, 2008Nadal's efficient, brilliant shotmaking propels Spain into final
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNot 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, 2008U.S. finds no satisfaction in a moral victory
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comEntrenched 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, 2008U.S. trying to make the best of a scrambled situation
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comDespite 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, 2008Fish latest addition to afflicted U.S. Davis Cup squad
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...Blake's longtime coach Brian Barker said he knew Blake, who was replaced by No. 39 Sam Querrey, must be suffering from serious exhaustion when the player confided he was considering opting out. "He...
Page | ConversationFish finding his game at right time despite coaching carousel
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNick Laham/Getty Images Mardy Fish has been on a roll at the U.S. Open, despite an uncertain coaching situation. Four Points NEW YORK -- In l...
Page | ConversationLong and short of it, Querrey put in a gutsy performance
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comTaking down Rafael Nadal was a tall order, but Sam Querrey was almost up to the task, writes Bonnie D. Ford.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2008Overpowering Querrey inflicts damage at U.S. Open
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.com...fell to Robby Ginepri at Roland Garros and Jesse Levine at Wimbledon. AP Photo/Stephen Chernin Sam Querrey broke Tomas Berdych seven times in their first-round encounter at the U.S. Open. Speaking...
Page | ConversationBack to square one for Davenport?
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comBack to square one? NEW YORK -- She hadn't played here in two years, and she hadn't played a singles match in almost two months. But 23rd-seeded Lin...
PageRoddick, Hansbrough have more in common than you think
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comWith the Final Four of men's college basketball and the Sony Ericsson Open going on simultaneously, we decided to join them.
Story | Conversation | April 03, 2008Brash Djokovic no longer awestruck by the world No. 1 player
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comNovak Djokovic is hastily emerging as the chief challenger to the world's No. 1 player, and he's not afraid to say so. But Roger Federer has heard it all and isn't about to concede his pre-eminence to anyone.
Story | Conversation | January 24, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "sam querrey" make the list?