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Short ‘n Sweet, The Abbreviated ServeTuesday, September 25, 2012ANDY RODDICK POSSESSES one of the most powerful, effective serves on the circuit, consistently ranking among the best in total aces produced. Unlike most players, he uses an abbreviated service motion where during the moment he tosses the ball the racquet head is pointing up. |
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Attitude Adjustment – Publisher’s PointFriday, September 21, 2012Watching Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal react negatively to the new blue clay at Madrid, and subsequently losing to underdogs, triggered a flashback to one of my recent matches, reinforcing the impact of attitude. |
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Event RecapFriday, September 21, 2012After 7 years of losing to fellow countryman Rafael Nadal, Fernando Verdasco finally broke the cycle when he triumphed 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 at the Madrid Open. |
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A New Blue Hue - A clay court contrasting not only in color, but tradition.Friday, September 21, 2012Madrid clay was red, now it is blue. It’s the first time in history that a tournament originally designated as red clay surface switched colors. |
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Capriati and Kuerten HonoredFriday, September 21, 2012“This is a dream come true and an extraordinary tribute. I love this game and am incredibly honored by the Hall of Fame’s vote. Tennis has been my passion and dedication for my entire life, and to be acknowledged for this passion and dedication is truly icing on the cake,” said Capriati. |
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Panel Probe - Is coach Ivan Lendl making progress with Murray?Tuesday, September 18, 2012Tennis View Magazine asked an expert panel to explain the Murray-Lendl relationship thus far. |
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Golden Opportunity—or Fool’s Gold? – Weighing Wimbledon Against the OlympicsMonday, September 17, 2012We discuss eight contenders at both Wimbledon and the Olympics, predicting which event would mean more to each of them personally or professionally. |