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Treat tennis development uniformly
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comWith so many divergent training methods worldwide, let's break down the barriers and create one global developmental system.
Story | Conversation | April 10, 2009Schedule management crucial today
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comOnly fatigue and injury can cease Rafael Nadal's domination on clay. But in today's daunting schedule, finding time to refresh is more important than ever.
Story | Conversation | April 10, 2009Doubles play remains troubling for Nadal
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comRafael Nadal is a voracious, well-oiled machine -- on the singles court. But his doubles prowess still leaves a little bit to be desired.
Story | Conversation | March 18, 2009What happened at Indian Wells?
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comRichard Williams says it was the moment that Indian Wells disgraced America. But what really happened on those contentious days in 2001?
Story | Conversation | March 04, 2009Casals far more than King's sidekick
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comBillie Jean King was the star and the spokeswoman. But her risk-taking partner in crime, Rosie Casals, was as instrumental in making tennis better for everyone.
Story | Conversation | March 02, 2009Year-end Championships: Super Bowl or All-Star Game?
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comThe top players in the world are gathering at the tours' year-end championships. But what's really at stake? The pageantry of the events cannot be denied, but the outcomes will do little to alter tennis' pecking order.
Story | Conversation | November 04, 2008Is Olympic tennis high-powered competition or fun in the sun?
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comIn most sports, the Olympics present a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an athlete to be a national hero. Tennis, however, is failing to take advantage of the camaraderie the Games offer and consequently marginalizing the buildup to the U.S. Open, writes Joel Drucker.
Story | Conversation | August 04, 2008When bad things happen to good players
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comIn the annals of tennis, it's safe to say players live lavish, extravagant lives. But that's not always the case. But here are just a few mishaps that have happened to players along the way.
Story | Conversation | April 29, 2008French phenom Tsonga replete with power but often too passive
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comThese four players have unassailable talents, but each is lacking a certain element, which is holding them back from taking the next step. The corollary to this point has been a career of unfulfilled potential.
Story | Conversation | March 18, 2008Strong finish for Sharapova; stronger return by Davenport
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.com2007 saw the resurgence of the Williams sisters, Justine Henin's second straight finish at No. 1 and two startling retirements. Joel Drucker looks back at the most notable moments of the past 12 months on the WTA Tour.
Story | Conversation | December 11, 2007What to make of the year-end championships?
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comWhat will the year-end championships determine this season? Not much. But there is more on the line at these events than just showcasing the best players the game has to offer, writes Joel Drucker.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2007Williams' calling couldn't come at a better time
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comGambling, a fine for not trying hard enough, a positive drug test and now an investigation into a possible poisoning of a player. If ever there was a time when tennis needs an uplifting story, it's now. And Venus Williams delivered, writes Joel Drucker.
Story | Conversation | November 11, 2007Williams' calling couldn't come at a better time
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comGambling, a fine for not trying hard enough, a positive drug test and now an investigation into a possible poisoning of a player. If ever there was a time when tennis needs an uplifting story, it's now. And Venus Williams delivered, writes Joel Drucker.
Story | Conversation | November 07, 2007Chang investing time, money in Chinese tennis
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comWith his name on the ballot for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame along with his involvement with the Summer Olympics in Beijing, 2008 promises to be an important year for Michael Chang, writes Joel Drucker.
Story | Conversation | October 08, 2007Lingering injuries or limitations coming to light for Sharapova
Joel Drucker, Special to ESPN.comShe's won 80 percent of her matches, but 2007 has been a down year for Maria Sharapova. This year might be a wash, but don't discount her in 2008.
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