Roger Federer’s Press Conference: September 2, 2010

An interview with:

ROGER FEDERER

THE MODERATOR: Questions, please.

Chichi’s Preview & Prediction for Harrison v. Stakhovsky

Harrison versus Stakhovsky
I’m stubborn. Don’t get me wrong I believe Harrison is a promising young player. He can hit a few powerful serves, but is not a big server yet, can hit off the ground very well, but not overwhelming, is very tenacious and is in good shape. All those attributes [...]

Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia makes a fist to celebrate winning the second set against Andy Roddick of the U.S.during the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, September 1, 2010. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton

Tipsarevic Under Control in Upset of Roddick

Tipsarevic Under Control in Upset of Roddick
by Parsa Samii, GEM Tennis (parsa@gemtennis.com)
New York, US Open — Serbian Janko Tipsarevic defeated American #1 Andy Roddick in the second round of the US Open. The Serb amassed 66 winners to just 30 unforced errors while serving 16 aces into his [...]

John Isner: In It to Win It.

John Isner: In It to Win It.
by Parsa Samii, GEM Tennis (parsa@gemtennis.com)
New York, US Open — The last match of the first round belonged to John Isner and Federico Gil. The big serving Isner was able to routinely defeat the Portuguese star in straight sets 6-4, 6-3, 6-4. Isner has been a question mark coming [...]

Andre Agassi Headlines Ballot for International Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 2011 Induction

Andre Agassi Headlines Ballot for International Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 2011 Induction
NEWPORT, R.I., USA, September 1, 2010 – Andre Agassi, former world No. 1, eight-time Grand Slam champion [...]


ATP Tour

Tipsarevic Under Control in Upset of Roddick

Tipsarevic Under Control in Upset of Roddick
by Parsa Samii, GEM Tennis (parsa@gemtennis.com)
New York, US Open — Serbian Janko Tipsarevic defeated American #1 Andy Roddick in the second round of the US Open. The Serb amassed 66 winners to just 30 unforced errors while serving 16 aces into his [...]

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WTA Tour

Video: US Open Women’s Preview

Video: US Open Women’s Preview
Check out this preview for the Women’s draw at the 2010 US Open.
With Serena Williams out of this year’s open there is a lack of a heavy favorite. The defending champion Kim Clijsters, Maria Sharapova, Carolina Wozniacki, or a suprise winner are all possibilities. The winner will be determined [...]

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Business

Federer hires Annacone to Be His Full-time Coach

Federer hires Annacone to Be His Full-time Coach
by Parsa Samii, GEM Tennis (parsa@gemtennis.com)
New York – World #2 and US Open favorite Roger Federer has reportedly come to terms with coach Paul Annacone. Annacone formally worked with Pete Sampras and Tim Henman in the later stages of their careers. From the outside this seems like the [...]

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Coaches Spot

Video: Novak Djokovic’s Intensity

Video: Novak Djokovic’s Intensity in Every Point
by Parsa Samii, GEM Tennis (parsa@gemtennis.com)
Check out the outstanding vantage point of Serb Novak Djokovic compete in this point against Roger Federer at the 2010 Roger’s Cup in Toronto. The Serb’s outstanding footwork and intensity are evident even though he ended up losing this point. Professional players at the [...]

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ChiChi's Predictions

Chichi’s Preview & Prediction for Nalbandian v. Serra

Chichi’s Preview & Prediction for Nalbandian v. Serra
by Chichi, GEM Tennis (18-6 record on GEM)
Seems like a no brainer here, but there is a little of the unknown because Nalbandian had a grueling 5 setter on Tuesday and Florent Serra is as unpredictable as they come. They have never played each other which surprises me since [...]

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Photographs

More Photos from 2010 NIKE Primetime Knockout

More Photos from 2010 NIKE Primetime Knockout
photos courtesy of NIKE Tennis
Enjoy more photos from the 2010 Nike primetime knockout featuring all of Nike’s tennis athletes as well as a couple other celebrities. For GEM Tennis’ photos and recap of the event while embedded with the New York Junior [...]

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Video

Video: Roger Federer’s Amazing Tweener At the US Open

Video: Roger Federer’s Amazing Tweener At the US Open
by Parsa Samii, GEM Tennis (parsa@gemtennis.com)
New York: US Open – Roger Federer has hit another magical shot at the US Open. Last year he hit a similar ‘tweener’ against Novak Djokovic. Last night’s shot was incredible because of the speed in which he was retreating back as [...]

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Fashion

2010 NIKE Tennis Lookbook: Federer, Nadal, Li Na, & Sharapova

2010 NIKE Tennis Lookbook: Federer, Nadal, Li Na, & Sharapova
Curious to see what Nike’s top superstars will look like when the US Open begins tomorrow? Enjoy this preview courtesy of NIKE Tennis. Federer, Nadal, and Sharapova have [...]

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Recent Articles

Roger Federer’s Press Conference: September 2, 2010

An interview with:

ROGER FEDERER

THE MODERATOR: Questions, please.

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US Open Schedule of Play: September 3, 2010

US Open Schedule of Play: September 3, 2010
The following is tomorrow’s order of play at Flushing Meadows. Enjoy the action!
US Open Schedule of Play: September 3, 2010

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US Open Day 4 Results – Federer, Djokovic, Soderling, Sharapova Advance; Davydenko, Cilic, Rezai Fall

US Open Day 4 Results

- Federer, Djokovic, Soderling, Sharapova Advance; Davydenko, Cilic, Rezai Fall

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Chichi’s Preview & Prediction for Nalbandian v. Serra

Chichi’s Preview & Prediction for Nalbandian v. Serra
by Chichi, GEM Tennis (18-6 record on GEM)
Seems like a no brainer here, but there is a little of the unknown because Nalbandian had a grueling 5 setter on Tuesday and Florent Serra is as unpredictable as they come. They have never played each other which surprises me since [...]

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Chichi’s Preview & Prediction for Pennetta v. Peer

Chichi’s Preview & Prediction for Pennetta v. Peer
by Chichi, GEM Tennis (18-6 record on GEM)
I’m stubborn again. I’m going to pick a women’s match. I hope this one turns out better than the Safina disaster. I like Pennetta on these medium fast hard courts against almost anybody, but Serena Williams and she ain’t here. Shahar [...]

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