WIMBLEDON: NO GUTS, NO GLORY
For the first time in Wimbledon history, play continued until 10:39 pm due to new the multi-million dollar retractable roof. The match of interest was between British hope Andy Murray and upset minded Swiss Stanislas Wawrinka. The battle of two excellent counter punchers featured excellent tactics and even better shot making by Murray on the [...]
WIMBLEDON: AN UNFINISHED GEM
There’s great tennis going on at Wimbledon between Croatian Marin Cilic and German Tommy Haas. After 4 hours and 2 minutes, play has been suspended between the two competitors. After being down two sets to love, Cilic fought his way back into the match firing 26 aces and 91 winners. He even went as far [...]
WIMBLEDON: SHARAPOVA GOES DOWN IN A TUSSLE
Russian born and American resident Maria Sharapova was defeated by Argentinian Gisela Dulko 6-2, 3-6, 6-4. In another Sharapova roller coaster match that we’ve become accustomed to in her “second career” after shoulder surgery, we witnessed the plight of a champion competing below her potential. The announcers on ESPN were very demanding of the Russian [...]
WIMBLEDON: THE BRITISH NATION AWAITS ITS CHAMPION
The only real match with some tense moments for the entire British nation was Scot and World #3 Andy Murray versus the American journeyman Robert Kendrick. The matchup produced some spectacular pressure on Murray and the 29 year-old Kendrick tried to serve his way to a major upset, but after four very competitive sets, the [...]
WIMBLEDON: DAY 1 RECAP
Opening day at the 2009 Wimbledon consisted of one minor upset on the men’s side in an otherwise routine first day. James Blake seeded 17th, bowed out in straight sets to Italian Andres Seppi. Although at first glance this seems to be a major upset, it’s now clear that Blake is struggling in the big moments [...]
TRAINING DAY AT WIMBLEDON
Champions are made on the practice courts and by no coincidence tennis players at Wimbledon are preparing very carefully for 2009’s third Grand Slam. Below are a few pictures taken this weekend out on the practice courts. Who will be the next Wimbledon Champion?
Stay tuned to GEM Tennis for expert analysis starting tomorrow. Enjoy the [...]
WIMBLEDON CLASSIC: RELIVE THE GREATEST MATCH EVER PLAYED
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“I’m just not 100%.” — RAFAEL NADAL WITHDRAWS FROM WIMBLEDON
Rafa will not be defending his title at Wimbledon in 2009. In a press conference at Wimbledon Nadal said, “I think I reached the limit right now. I need to reset to come back stronger.” Nadal is spot on. For a tennis player, let alone a defending champion, to withdraw from Wimbledon shows serious concern [...]
NADAL PRESS CONFERENCE
THIS MAN IS HUNGRY HE’LL BE BACK!
REPOST: ROLAND GARROS 2009 PHOTO REVIEW
Enjoy the memories of the past two weeks in Paris at Roland Garros!
TWO PAGES OF THUMBNAILS! PLUS A SLIDESHOW/VIDEO!
THE FALL OF A CHAMPION?
The prospects of a repeat of the thrilling 2008 Wimbledon final between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal has come into serious doubt. Nadal has been troubled with pain in both knees and looked less than adequate in an exhibition match versus Lleyton Hewitt earlier today. Even worse was Uncle/Coach Toni’s response to reporters on what [...]
Wimbledon Classic: The Arrival of a New Champion, Sampras vs. Federer 2001 Round of 16
This was the first moment that the ordinary fan began to take notice of the young Swiss. From that match at Wimbledon until now, Federer has continued his remarkable play for the past 8 years on the world tour. Enjoy the incredible shot making!
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WIMBLEDON CLASSIC: 2001 Men’s Final
This week GEM Tennis will be posting lots of videos of classic matches at Wimbledon. Enjoy!
WIMBLEDON NEXT?
Andy Murray defeated James Blake 7-5, 6-4 to win the Aegon Championships at the Queen’s Club in London, England. Murray is the first British man to win the title in over 70 years. He’s now set himself in an ideal position to make a deep run for the Wimbledon final. With all of Great Britain [...]
THE FUTURE AMERICAN STARS?
Take a look at this series of videos from tennis.com about Ryan and Christian Harrison. Follow them through a typical days training at the IMG Academy, formerly the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Are the Harrison boys the future of American tennis? Share your thoughts.
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FRENCH OPEN SLIDESHOWS
As we roll towards Wimbledon let’s take a look back at the 2009 Roland Garros. Enjoy these different photos from various news sources.
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GEM TENNIS: THE FIRST BUILDING BLOCK OF A CHAMPION
As we dig deeper into the discussion of what truly creates a champion, we can’t overlook one of the most obvious traits that a successful person in this world possesses: Desire. In every great athlete, businessman, doctor, humanitarian, etc. there’s always an undeniable urge in these people that push them beyond their perceived limits. They believe [...]
GEM TENNIS: WHAT MAKES A CHAMPION?
Webster’s online dictionary defines a champion, in our case a tennis champion, as a winner of first prize or first place in competition ; also : one who shows marked superiority. What a pure definition of a champion doesn’t define is the makeup of those who are “superior” in sport. Is there a difference in a champion’s mind versus the [...]
ROLAND GARROS 2009 PHOTO REVIEW
Enjoy the memories of the past two weeks in Paris at Roland Garros!
TWO PAGES OF THUMBNAILS! PLUS A SLIDESHOW/VIDEO!
ROLAND GARROS LIVE: FED TAKES SECOND SET
Roger Federer is one set away from putting himself in the history books. He won the second set 7-6. He absolutely dominated the tiebreak with spectacular play. The tennis has improved, but I’m not sure if Soderling can compete at this level. Stay tuned …
CHAOS AT ROLAND GARROS: CHECK OUT THE PHOTO
Crazy spectator tries to distract Federer early in the second set.
ROLAND GARROS LIVE: FED WINS FIRST SET
Roger Federer dominates first set against Robin Soderling in the Roland Garros final 6-1. Nerves are a factor here for Soderling. Look for the Federer to do his best to keep the big Swede off balance for as long as possible. 2 sets to history!