Murray 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, 2008Some still jockeying for position to qualify for the year-end championships
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe ATP and WTA championships will harness the top eight players in each field, respectively, for an opportunity to conquer the lucrative year-end events.
Story | Conversation | October 06, 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, 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, 2008Djokovic ready to recharge in Toronto
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comFor the first time since Wimbledon, all the top guns are at the same venue and hoping to kick off their hard-court season in style at the Toronto Masters Series.
Story | Conversation | July 21, 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, 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, 2008For better or worse, Murray rife with drama
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comHis talent level is indisputable despite turbulent results. His season has been replete with ups and downs. Now as Wimbledon approaches, the Brits are hoping Andy Murray can set aside the controversy and focus on a successful run at the All England Club.
Story | Conversation | June 16, 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 must circumvent fatigue, injuries from grinding clay-court season
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comThe salient question surrounding the Hamburg Masters is how Rafael Nadal will respond from a shocking defeat a week ago in Rome. The world No. 2 has shown vulnerability this year -- even on clay.
Story | Conversation | May 11, 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, 2008Clear focus, judicious schedule part of Ljubicic's plan to resurrect career
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIvan Ljubicic, once an inextricable face in the top 10, now finds himself in unfamiliar territory. Hampered by fatigue and other various maladies, he has painfully slipped down the rankings latter.
Story | Conversation | February 29, 2008Recent powerhouse Serbia looking to tame talented Russian squad
Ravi Ubha, Special to ESPN.comIn the blink of an eye, Davis Cup competition is back. Can the U.S. avoid a letdown on dirt? How will Aussie Open champ Novak Djokovic respond? Ravi Ubha breaks down the eight first-round matchups.
Story | Conversation | February 06, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
NFL Expert Picks tops ESPN.com searches in October. Did "tomas berdych" make the list?
