Andy Murray Tennis Street Magic in London

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Stosur defeats top-seeded Wozniacki in Doha

A closely-fought first set was decided by a forehand winner from Stosur. Stosur turned up the heat in the second, racing to a 5-2 lead. But Wozniacki scratched a game back and nerves seemed to get the best of Stosur as she twice double faulted before closing out final game when Wozniacki returned her serve long.

“I’m really pleased to get through,” a beaming Stosur said as she came off the court. “It’s so exciting to be here. It’s a great way to finish the year. You give everything you got for the last week and it’s all come together so I’m very happy.”

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Roger Federer's 64th title ties Sampras

This win means a lot more than Federer would admits to any TV interview.
In so many ways wining a title or getting to the final of any ATP event is
consider an achievement for Federer when you factor in the age and Nadal
and the other young and healthy player looking to get noticed and move up
in the ranking. So Roger should be so happy and proud of this title as much
as a gran slam .
. "You never know when it's your last one. That's why you want to savor
every tournament victory." said Federer.

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Stockholm: Federer d. Ljubicic reach the final

Roger Federer moved into position for a 64th ATP title on Saturday as he defeated longtime rival Ivan Ljubicic 7-6 (7/5), 6-2 to reach the final of the Stockholm Open.

Federer, defeated in last weekend's Shanghai final by Andy Murray, is aiming for only his third trophy of 2010 after winning the Australian Open and Cincinnati.
"I started with a first win in under an hour and they just got tougher since that. "I've only had three matches so far and there's not been a lot of tennis played. "I had to be patient against Ivan in the first set, I missed some shots and some chances. But after I pulled out the first set with the tiebreaker, things went better for me.
Finals challenger Mayer will be looking to lift the first trophy of his career when he faces Federer.

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I`m sure Rafa is working hard to change this history!



Federer cruises past Dent in stockholm

The match was Federer’s 900th of his career, and of those 727 are wins.
“In 1998 I played my first match and now I just played my 900th,” said Federer. “It’s crazy. I have a great win-loss record, and I couldn’t have asked for a better career. And it was nice to actually win my 900th match.”
Federer now meets his countryman Stan Wawrinka tomorrow in his 901st match.

Justine Henin - Now, it's time

That`s what happen when pro tennis player gets an injury.
As for scheduled tennis appearances, Henin's plans for 2011 have not been defined yet, but she will play an exhibition match against Kim Clijsters at the Diamond Games in Antwerp on December 9, 2010, and is also expected to play the Hopman Cup in Australia in January. (via Justine Henin's official website)

Andy Murray defeat Roger Federer in final 6-3 6-2

Murray broke the Swiss player's serve four times while fighting off six break points. He also served six aces, while Federer had three.
Federer will rise to become the second-ranked player as a result of reaching the final. He was attempting to win his 64th career title, which would have tied him with Pete Sampras for fourth on the all-time list.
Murray didn't drop a set in the tournament and now has beaten Federer eight times in 13 meetings, including the last two. Murray's win Sunday was the most lopsided match the two have played

Federer beat Djokovic Shanghai Masters 2010 SF

In a final of grand slam quality tennis Roger Federer got his revenge
for his loss to Djokovic at the US Open semi. And unlike his clear
sailing win against Soderling who never found his grove Djokovic
was present and accounted for hiting his signature forehand hard and deep
serving and moving well through the match. but no matter what he did
Federer was able to left his game and came up with an answer to every shot
utilizing his backhand slice,drop shots and really blasting forehand winner
at well . Today Federer was in the zone and no one can get him when
he get to the zone including Rafa.Federer, who will regain his No. 2
 ranking with the win will face Murray at the final.

Shanghai: Melzer upset Nadal

Melzer took the ball early and on the rise, hitting it as flat as can be. The bullet shots kept Nadal on the run and prevented him from establishing any sort of rhythm. Melzer has hit like this throughout his career, but his shots seemed to inevitably drift wayward or into the net. That was the exception, rather than the rule, on Thursday. He easily took the first set 6-1. Nadal came back and won the scond set 6-3. Thired set
Melzer continued to apply pressure with his forehand, pushing Nadal around the court and forcing errors. When Nadal was finally broken in the sixth game, it was because of four errant shots. They were Nadal's misfires, but they were a result of Melzer's firepower. Two impressive love holds later, and Melzer had his showcase win of the season.
Time for the world number one to take Sampras advise and not play so much.

Federer beat Isner Shanghai Masters 2010

Federer couldn't be more pleased with the his return match againest Isner.
From his settler return of serve to the the weltting forehand to the exquisite
drop shot. He really sent a clear massage to the top 10 players. All what`s
left is the follow up with a smellier performance. He also broke out the
between-the-legs shot, winning a seemingly lost point .

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Caroline Wozniacki Defeats Zvonareva to Win 6 Title In 2010

Wozniacki avenged her U.S. Open semifinal loss on Monday when she defeated Zvonareva 6-3, 3-6, 6-3,
to capture the China Open in Beijing.

"I thought in general I played a really, really good match," Wozniacki said. "I just stayed focused, I kept
running, I tried to keep the pressure on her, tried to keep her moving and I thought we played a really, really good match."
Wozniacki becomes the third woman in recent years to reach the No. 1 spot without claiming a Grand Slam victory in her career, following  Jankovic and Safina.
Serena Williams, who was expected to come back in Linz this week, has also recently announced that she will most likely miss the rest of the calendar year due to a painful right foot that she injured in an off-court incident during July in Munich.

Federer meets John Isner at Shanghai

 American John Isner fought off match points in the two tiebreakers to beat Polish qualifier Lukasz Kubot 4-6, 7-6 (9), 7-6 (7) in 2 hours, 50 minutes. Isner served 24 aces, but failed to break Kubot once.
Next up for Isner is No. 3-ranked Swiss Roger Federer who received a bye in the first round. Isner need to serve well as he is been doing lately . and make sure not to
let Federer play his game. This should be very good match whoever the odds favorite the swiss for the simple fact that he needs the win more than Isner.

Justine Henin - Topspin Forehand

This is a great topspin forehand starting with early preparation look how the body is coiled she got here eyes locked on the ball not across the net she already have a target . Notice how she rotate her shoulder upwards and hit the ball front of here body with a great extend toward the target and the brush up for the spin . this is clean topspin forehand. It takes a lot of practice and talent to get to this point . Justine Henin.

Nadal defeats Monfils 6-1, 7-5 to win Japan Open

The world No1 Rafael Nadal overpowered Frenchman Gael Monfils 6-1, 7-5 to win the Japan Open in Tokyo. This was a much easier task than the semi against  Viktor Troicki  who had two match point.

It was the Spaniard's seventh title of the year after a flawless match in which Monfils failed to force a single break point.Monfils, who is ranked 15th in the world and defeated second-seeded Andy Roddick in a hard-fought match en route to the finals, said he started off slowly because he warmed up with the arena roof closed and could not get used to the sunlight as it opened just before the competition began.

Major-Less Wozniacki Clinches No.1

 Caroline Wozniacki, who’ll replace Serena Williams as the top WTAer when the rankings are released on Monday; she’s the first Dane (man or woman) to hold the number one ranking.Although Wozniacki still doesn’t have a Grand Slam title to her name, we think that there isn’t a question about whether this top ranking is deserved. Five titles in 2010, a consistent performance throughout the year, and a game that’s still growing. It should only be a matter of time before she bags one.

Isner goes deep and faces Novak Djokovic @ Beijing, China

Isner upset Nikolay Davydenko in the China Open 7-6, 6-4 proves once again that

A huge serve never goes out of style he may not be as fast as Davydenko or Kohlschreiber but when he find his grove he can hold serve and put the racket on most balls. Based on what Isner has done so far, Djokovic can’t afford to take the American lightly . It won`t be an easy task to beat the world number two but the American got much better lately especially his net game. we should expect a good match.

Federer ready to play in Shanghai Masters

Speaking to reporters at a sponsor appearance in Hong Kong, Roger Federer has indicated he will play in next week's Shanghai Masters.Federer did not play Shanghai last year and, under ATP rules, is allowed to miss one Masters event a year without penalty because he has played more than 600 career matches."I practiced extremely hard for the last three weeks," said Federer.
"I'm a strong believer that when I'm at my best I can beat anyone," Federer told reporters in Hong Kong on Thursday. "But there's many guys around right now playing really, really well and Rafael (Nadal) being the No. 1 guy is a tough guy to beat."

Novak Djokovic advanced at china open

Novak Djokovic advanced after American Fish withdraw
sufering from injury during practice this was to be
a rematch from US Open where the American lost in a
close match.

Top-seeded Caroline Wozniacki defeated Sara Errani 6-4, 6-2, while Francesca Schiavone rallied for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 victory over Vera Dushevina.

Tomas berdych out of china open first round

Berydych was defeated by a German qualifier Michael Berrer. 4-6 7-5 6-4
in two hours and 21 minute this is a big upset for the fifth seeded czech
who had a great year so far reaching Wimbledon final. But it I'm sure he
will rebound fast.

Rafael Nadal Richard Mille Watch stolen!!

Nadal won the us open 2010 the only grand slam title that eluded him.

For the third time in a row, he held the winner's trophy aloft with his Richard Mille on his wrist. An ultimate watch, an extravagance, entirely in keeping with the great champion who wears it.

Everything in this watch is a feat, a technological accomplishment… And nothing has been left to chance. Years have been spent in research, and the use of innovative materials such as LITAL for the moving parts and a carbon-based composite for the casing have resulted in a mechanical tourbillon watch weighing approximately 20 grams, strap included.

Rumors has it that this watch was stolen during the Roger Cup in Canada leading to the us open  .  Nadal did`t wear it in the following event ( Cincinnati ) but he showed up with one in New York .

If that`s true I`d like to see who would buy the $525,000 watch considering only 50 were made.



Del Potro second defeat @ Japan Open

The 29-year-old Spaniard took 16 points in a row at the start of the second set to secure a 6-3, 6-0 victory over the Argentine in just 71 minutes.

"It's difficult to come back to play against these kind of players. A lot of them are very good, especially Feliciano on this (fast) surface. But I'm glad to come back," said Del Potro, who had been sidelined since the Australian Open in January.

If he can`t mange to win few match this is not good for his mental game. people in his camp should give him a sound advice if you want to be at the top ten you really have to stay healthy and be smart about when to play and where.

 Del Potro have a lot to give to the game and I`m sure he will recover soon.

Roger Federer Slow Motion - Serve, Forehand, Backhand

Here is a great serve lesson notice how he load and expload in a fluid motion.
On the forehand he still looking at the ball even after he made contact and the ball left the racket . that takes a lot of displan and practice.
On the back hand contact front of your body and make sure you brush up and exaggerate your swing if you can . that would ensure the ball will dip in .

Spain’s Garcia-Lopez wins Thailand Open

The 53rd-ranked Spaniard rode the momentum of his upset over top-ranked Rafael Nadal in the semifinals when he became only the seventh player this year to beat Nadal, a nine-time Grand Slam winner who was fresh from his U.S. Open victory.beating Jarkko Nieminen 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 in the final.
“It was an unbelievable week for me,” said the 27-year-old Spaniard. “I feel unbelievable. I cannot express (it). Maybe my face doesn’t tell, but inside I’m really happy.”

Nadal lost to who!!!!!!!!!!@@##^$ What Where ??

Rafa Nadal was knocked out of the Thailand Open on Saturday, losing 2-6, 7-6 (3), 6-3 to 53rd-ranked Guillermo Garcia-Lopez in an all-Spanish semifinal.
“I’ve never beaten a No. 1 player in the world,” Garcia-Lopez said. “I think this is the best victory in my career.” shocked Lopez said after his stunning win.
Garcia-Lopez rode his momentum through the third set, applying pressure and forcing errors by Nadal, who converted only two of 26 break-point opportunities.
Nadal was playing his first tournament since winning the U.S. Open and becoming the seventh man to complete a career Grand Slam. He is to play next at the Shanghai Masters, beginning Oct. 10. Some would argue you need a loss like this once to stay on track others would say he is simply playing too much and should be smart about his schedule as Sampres commented at the US Open about Rafe chances to beat Roger record 16 Grand Slams.

Justine Henin Back On Court

Continuing her recovery from an elbow injury she sustained during her Wimbledon loss to Kim Clijsters Henin has begun hitting balls for the first time since the grass-court Grand Slam.
"I've started hitting the ball again. Slowly but what a great feeling! Keep those fingers crossed!" Henin said in a post on her Twitter account.

The seven-time Grand Slam champion return to the game is definitely a welcome news to all fans she  is making her official return to tennis on Dec. 9, at the now almost institutionalized "Diamond Games" exhibition in Antwerp, Belgium?  Henin will be playing her domestic rival Kim Clijsters with Yanina Wickmayer and Francesca Schiavone .