Federer v Nadal Could Be Dream Semi-Final…Venus Plays A 15-Year-Old…
Match Reviews
June 28, 2019
Roger Federer could face Rafael Nadal in the semi-finals after a dream Wimbledon draw was unveiled. But Novak Djokovic must start as tournament favourite. He enjoys a slightly easier projected route to the final than his two biggest rivals. Novak faces a potential banana skin in the very first round on Monday as he takes […]
Rafael Nadal Wins Twelfth Roland Garros
Match Reviews
June 9, 2019
Rafael Nadal made more history at Roland Garros with a record-breaking twelfth Grand Slam title there. Volleys from the tennis gods, an almost telepathic anticipation, unplayable service angles and a refusal to be denied. Rafa had it all. We are used to talking about Nadal’s brutal power and warrior spirit. But this was something more. […]
Ashleigh Barty Wins Roland Garros
Match Reviews
June 8, 2019
Ashleigh Barty is a Grand Slam champion. Howzat! Not bad for someone who left the sport for cricket in 2014 and might never have returned. But the plucky Aussie did return, three years ago, and she has returned better than ever before. Victory in Miami was a firm indication of the improvements she has made […]
Thiem Plays Nadal In Roland Garros Repeat Final
Match Reviews
Dominic Thiem will play Rafael Nadal in a repeat of last year’s Roland Garros final after defeating Novak Djokovic 6-2, 3-6, 7-5, 5-7, 7-5. Djokovic won’t become the second man to hold all four Grand Slam titles simultaneously on two separate occasions. Not this year, anyway. He hit the heights for certain spells but couldn’t […]
Nadal Downs Federer To Reach Final
Match Reviews
June 7, 2019
Rafael Nadal saw off Roger Federer in straight sets. But he will have to play even better if he is to win his twelfth Roland Garros. There were flashes of brilliance from both stars, without this contest ever turning into a true classic. In the end, the 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 scoreline was a fair reflection […]
Heartbreak As Konta Blows Her Big Chance
Match Reviews
Jo Konta’s big day ended in upset at she missed out on a chance to reach the Roland Garros final. When she looks back, the popular Brit will see that she virtually beat herself, since both sets she lost were there for the taking. The painful process of losing big points she should have won […]
It’s Djokovic v Thiem For A Place In The Final
Match Reviews
June 6, 2019
Novak Djokovic will play Dominic Thiem for a place in the Roland Garros final. Both dominated their quarter-finals and put those new kids on the block firmly in their place. Alexander Zverev’s time will come in the Grand Slams. It’ll be the same for Karen Khachanov. It’s not like their respective games are lacking much. […]
Halep Out! Konta The New Favourite?
Match Reviews
Simona Halep has been sensationally knocked out of Roland Garros, leaving many to believe that Johanna Konta can lift her first Grand Slam title. Champion Halep was beaten by 17-year-old Amanda Anisimova, who barely looked old enough to do the job. Her seemingly innocent features concealed a steely strength, though. You don’t beat Halep by […]
Wimbledon: A Father’s Day Special
Match Reviews
June 4, 2019
Wimbledon is coming, and Father’s Day is almost upon us! Still stuck for an idea? When it comes to Father’s Day gifts, a ticket for Wimbledon is the daddy of them all! And to help you celebrate Father’s day, we thought we’d also celebrate some of the best known tennis dads out there. VIRAL Recently […]
Nadal v Federer: The Dream Semi-Final
Match Reviews
Rafael Nadal will play Roger Federer in the Roland Garros semi-finals. The dream scenario for many tennis fans has come true. The King of Clay dismissed Kei Nishikori with such power and poise that he made it look almost as easy as the 6-1, 6-1, 6-3 scoreline suggests. And remember, Nishikori is a superb player, […]