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'Baby Federer' tag weighs on tennis star's shoulders updated 6 days ago

Built like a wrestler, when Grigor Dimitrov says "don't call me baby," you'd be advised to listen.

Maximizing 'Brand Sharapova': The man behind Maria's millions updated 7 days ago

She towers above him, but she can't do without him -- so much so they even email each other up to 75 times a day.

Sharapova in the fast lane again in Stuttgart to claim 29th career title updated 9 days ago

Maria Sharapova won the battle of French Open champions as she claimed the Stuttgart title Sunday with a straight sets win over China's Li Na.

No stopping Nadal as he claims Barcelona title No.8 updated 9 days ago

Rafael Nadal saw his incredible winning run at Monte Carlo ended last week but made no mistake Sunday in wrapping up his eighth Barcelona Open crown.

Nadal held up by rain after Tursunov's Barcelona run ended by Bellucci updated 9 days ago

Rafael Nadal's bid for a eighth Barcelona Open title was held up by the rain in Spain Thursday after the conqueror of top seed David Ferrer made his exit.

Nadal on course for eighth Barcelona title updated 10 days ago

Rafael Nadal is closing in on an eighth trophy in nine years at the Barcelona Open after storming past Canada's Milos Raonic 6-4 6-0 in the semifinal on Saturday.

Nadal breezes through in Barcelona updated 11 days ago

Rafael Nadal extinguished any doubts over his long-term fitness after being forced to play two matches in less than 24 hours at the Barcelona Open.

Nadal shrugs off Monaco hangover with Barcelona win updated 13 days ago

Rafael Nadal sets about another title defense in Barcelona after losing his coveted Monaco crown.

Wimbledon bonus for tennis stars updated 14 days ago

Wimbledon officials have announced the biggest increase in prize money in the history of tennis as part of a bid to make the sport attractive for future generations of players.

No. 1 Djokovic takes Nadal's Monte Carlo crown updated 15 days ago

Novak Djokovic ended one of the most remarkable winning streaks in sport after taking Rafael Nadal's Monte Carlo Masters crown on Sunday.

Sharapova: Struggles made me stronger updated 16 days ago

When Maria Sharapova underwent shoulder surgery, many thought her career wouldn't last. But there's a good chance she'll play 4-5 more years

Djokovic aims to end Nadal's long Monte Carlo reign updated 17 days ago

The scene is set: the world's best tennis player against "the King of Clay."

Nadal survives Monte Carlo scare to make semifinal updated 18 days ago

Rafael Nadal's quest to win a ninth consecutive title at the Monte Carlo Masters remains on track after he overcame the challenge of Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov.

Tennis is a 'clean sport,' says Tipsarevic updated 19 days ago

Janko Tipsarevic, who has played at the year-end championships, thinks that his fellow pros aren't doping, or at least not on a widespread basis.

Nadal 'relaxed' as rivals struggle at Monte Carlo Masters updated 19 days ago

After a difficult past year, Rafael Nadal is back where he feels most comfortable -- but his rivals are battling to find form ahead of the French Open.

Djokovic comes through Monte Carlo test unscathed; Nadal victorious updated 20 days ago

It is testament to Novak Djokovic's prowess on the tennis court that the Serbian can still battle his way to victory despite admitting he is not 100% fit.

Djokovic fit to take part in Monte Carlo updated 21 days ago

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic will be fit to play in Monte Carlo after a statement on his official website said his recovery from an ankle injury had gone better than expected.

Djokovic faces nervous wait over injury updated 23 days ago

Novak Djokovic faces a race against time to be fit for this week's Monte Carlo Masters after revealing he is struggling to overcome an ankle injury.

Serena Williams 'chills out' to clinch Charleston treble updated 30 days ago

Defending champion Serena Williams edged towards another milestone with the 49th WTA Tour title of her career on Sunday, coming from behind to beat Jelena Jankovic in the final of the Family Circle Cup in South Carolina.

Subdued Serena overpowers sister Venus in uncomfortable Charleston waltz updated 31 days ago

At times it was almost painful to watch. At one end of the court the world's No. 1 female tennis star playing well within herself; at the other her sister, a long way away from regaining that form and status.

Williams sisters to meet in semis; Djokovic gives Serbia early lead updated 32 days ago

A new movie portraying their rise to the top of the tennis world will debut next month, but the Williams sisters are already giving it their best promotion after setting up their first head-to-head clash since 2009.

Murray claims No. 2 ranking with 'brutal' Miami victory updated 37 days ago

When Andy Murray first won the Miami Masters in 2009, it set him on course for a career-high ranking of No. 2 in the world later that year.

Serena storms past Sharapova to claim sixth Miami title updated 38 days ago

Serena Williams came from a set down against Maria Sharapova to win the Miami Masters for a record sixth time on Saturday.

Ferrer downs Haas to reach Miami final updated 39 days ago

David Ferrer will aim to become the first Spaniard to win the Miami Masters after beating Germany's Tommy Haas in an absorbing semifinal on Friday.

Murray on course for world no.2 spot updated 40 days ago

Andy Murray edged closer to taking the world no. 2 spot from Roger Federer as he reached the semi-finals of the Miami Masters in Florida.

Sharapova admits Miami Masters dream updated 41 days ago

Russia's Maria Sharapova has admitted she is desperate to win the Miami Masters, a tournament where she has been beaten in the final on four different occasions.

Haas stuns Djokovic in Miami updated 41 days ago

Veteran Tommy Haas described his fourth round victory over world No. 1 Novak Djokovic at the Miami Masters as "one of the best wins of my career".

Murray cruises into Miami quarters updated 42 days ago

Andy Murray made light work of Italy's Andreas Seppi as the Scot stormed to the quarterfinals of the Miami Masters Tuesday.

Serena survives scare to make Miami quarters updated 43 days ago

Serena Williams stayed on course to become the first woman to win the Miami Masters six times but only just, after surviving a major scare against Dominika Cibulkova.

Djokovic, Sharapova battle into last 16 in windy Miami updated 44 days ago

Novak Djokovic and Maria Sharapova progressed to the fourth round of the Miami Masters on Sunday, neither impressed with their form as they battled windy, hot conditions.

Injury heartache for Williams at Miami Masters updated 44 days ago

Venus Williams suffered a setback Saturday after a back injury ended her hopes of competing at the Miami Masters. The 32-year-old had been set to face Sloane Stephens but announced her withdrawal ahead of the contest.

Redfoo's party rock can't lift tennis ace Azarenka's injury gloom updated 46 days ago

Her popstar boyfriend has written a song about her "heart of a champion," but Victoria Azarenka is struggling to get on court at the moment.

Serena Williams victorious on return to competitive tennis in Miami updated 47 days ago

Serena Williams shook off any rustiness after a month-long break from competitive tennis as she launched her quest for a sixth Miami title with a straight sets victory over Italian Flavia Pennetta.

Nadal urges tighter drugs control updated 48 days ago

Rafael Nadal has called for stricter doping controls and more transparency to help eradicate drug cheating in tennis.

Sisters are doin' it for themselves: Radwanska girls' grand slam ambition updated 48 days ago

It has only ever happened between two sets of sisters in the history of tennis, but Agnieszka and Urszula Radwanska could yet become the next female siblings to meet in a major final.

Nadal battles back for Indian Wells triumph updated 51 days ago

Look out Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal is back -- and the numbers stacking up suggest he's better than ever.

How do you solve a problem like Maria? Don't ask Wozniacki updated 51 days ago

"How do you solve a problem like Maria?"

Wozniacki to face Sharapova, Nadal up against del Potro updated 51 days ago

It will be former world No. 1 against former world No. 1 when Maria Sharapova lines up against Caroline Wozniacki in the women's final at Indian Wells on Sunday -- a tale of two careers that have headed in opposite directions.

Federer, Nadal to renew rivalry at Indian Wells updated 55 days ago

One of sport's greatest rivalries will be reignited Thursday when Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal go head-to-head in the quarterfinals of the Indian Wells Masters.

Djokovic, Azarenka extend unbeaten runs at Indian Wells updated 56 days ago

Novak Djokovic and Victoria Azarenka continued their dominance of men's and women's tennis by registering straight-sets wins at the Indian Wells Masters in California.

Nadal, Federer move towards Indian Wells quarterfinal clash updated 57 days ago

Rafael Nadal reached the last 16 of the Masters Series 1000 tournament in Indian Wells without hitting a ball.

Enduring bromance of tennis' 'marathon men' updated 58 days ago

You'd think John Isner and Nicolas Mahut would be sick of the sight of each other.

Federer: Good to have Rafa back as Indian Wells clash looms updated 60 days ago

Roger Federer is "excited" by the return of Rafael Nadal to the ATP Tour, but could face his great Spanish rival in the quarterfinals at Indian Wells.

Tennis serves up new measures in the fight against doping updated 61 days ago

When giants of the modern game, like world No. 1 Novak Djokovic or 17-time grand slam champion Roger Federer, talk the tennis authorities usually listen.

U.S. grand slam drought: Is the NFL killing American tennis? updated 64 days ago

The future seemed so bright. When 2003 came to a close, Andy Roddick was the youngest American male to end the year as the world's No. 1 tennis player.

Nadal ready for Indian Wells updated 65 days ago

Rafael Nadal warmed up for next week's Indian Wells hard-court tournament by thrashing David Ferrer in the final of the Mexican Open at Acapulco Sunday.

Djokovic battles past Berdych to claim 4th Dubai crown updated 66 days ago

Novak Djokovic cruised to a fourth Dubai Open title with a straight sets 7-5 6-3 win over Tomas Berdych at the Dubai Tennis Stadium on Saturday.

Federer: 'Naive to think tennis is clean' updated 67 days ago

Roger Federer has called on tennis to redouble its efforts in the fight against doping, saying it would be "naive" to think the sport is clear of drugs cheats.

Djokovic stretches unbeaten run with imperious win updated 67 days ago

Novak Djokovic stretched his unbeaten run to 16 matches as the World No.1 was joined in the semifinals in Dubai by five-time winner and defending championRoger Federer Thursday.

Hungry Federer eyes grand slam titles in 2013 updated 67 days ago

Be warned Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray -- from here on in it's all about grand slam titles for Roger Federer.

Berdych blasts time wasting rule updated 69 days ago

Tomas Berdych has hit out at the new time limit rule in tennis after reaching the quarterfinals of the Dubai Open Wednesday.

Djokovic defeats Troicki in all-Serbian clash; Del Potro survives scare updated 70 days ago

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic began his quest for a fourth title at the Dubai Tennis Championships with a straight forward victory over fellow Serbian Victor Troicki.

Federer survives scare to advance in Dubai Tennis Championships updated 71 days ago

As he admitted himself this week, Roger Federer has no idea how long his career may last but tennis fans in Dubai were guaranteed another chance to see him after the Swiss survived a first round scare against Tunisia's Malek Jaziri.

Tennis business: Andy Murray's five-star hotel venture updated 72 days ago

Maria Sharapova has candy, the Williams sisters have fashion interests and Bjorn Borg has underwear.

Tsonga and Ferrer battle to title wins updated 72 days ago

Home favorite Jo-Wilfried Tsonga survived a match point before beating top seed Tomas Berdych to win the Marseille Open title for the second time Sunday.

Kvitova ends drought with Dubai title updated 73 days ago

When Petra Kvitova won her first grand slam title and the season-ending championships in 2011, big things were expected of the Czech tennis player.

Kvitova to face Errani in Dubai final updated 74 days ago

Petra Kvitova produced another scintillating showing to book her place in the final of the Dubai Open Friday.

Sister act: Top doubles pair Vinci and Errani to meet in Dubai updated 75 days ago

Unseeded Italian Roberta Vinci prolonged the best week of her career to date by dumping No. 7 seed Samantha Stosur out of the Dubai Tennis Championships to take her place in the last four.

John McEnroe: 'Attila the Hun' of tennis updated 75 days ago

He's "Mac the Mouth" both on and off the court -- one of the most controversial and iconic players in tennis history, and he's still talking up a storm about the game he loves.

Injured No. 1 Serena Williams follows Azarenka in quitting Dubai updated 76 days ago

Hours after losing Victoria Azarenka to injury, organizers of the Dubai Tennis Championships were dealt another major blow on Wednesday when Serena Williams also pulled out of the event.

Azarenka out of Dubai Open updated 77 days ago

Victoria Azarenka has been forced to withdraw from the Dubai Open for the second successive year after suffering an injured heel.

Comeback kid Nadal takes Brazil title updated 79 days ago

Rafael Nadal's rivals take note -- the Spaniard is on his way back and he's ready to fire on all cylinders.

Azarenka ends time at the top on a high updated 79 days ago

Victoria Azarenka might be giving up her spot as World No.1 but the Belarusian showed successor Serena Williams that she's ready to fight to get it back.

Del Potro rampant in Rotterdam updated 79 days ago

Juan Martin del Potro banished the pain of last year's final defeat by Roger Federer after winning the Rotterdam Open title Sunday.

Williams eyes Azarenka final after thrashing Sharapova updated 80 days ago

Serena Williams thrashed Maria Sharapova 6-3, 6-2 to reach the final of the Qatar Open on Saturday.

Serena back on top of the world updated 81 days ago

Serena Williams wept with delight after becoming the oldest woman to ever hold the number one world ranking.

Federer breezes into Rotterdam quarters updated 82 days ago

Roger Federer is on course for a second successive World Tennis Tournament title after he defeated Dutch wild card Thiemo de Bakker 6-3 6-4 in just over an hour in Rotterdam.

'No evidence' to back up Rafael Nadal's hardcourt injury claims updated 83 days ago

Rafa Nadal may wholeheartedly believe that hardcourts are "too tough" on players' bodies, but there is currently no proof to back up his claims, a leading sports scientist has told CNN.

Unbeaten in 10 years, wheelchair tennis ace Esther Vergeer retires updated 85 days ago

After 10 years unbeaten, and an incredible 470 successive victories, Esther Vergeer is hanging up her racket.

Knee injury continues to 'bother' Rafael Nadal updated 86 days ago

Rafael Nadal admitted his knee injury continues to "bother" him after the Spaniard suffered double defeat in the final of the singles and doubles tournaments at the VTR Open in Vina del Mar, Chile.

Nadal poised for Chile comeback double updated 86 days ago

Rafael Nadal is on course for a comeback double as he bids for two titles at the VTR Open in Chile on Sunday.

Rafael Nadal overcoming his 'bad feeling' updated 87 days ago

Slowly but surely, Rafael Nadal is feeling his confidence come back.

Nadal wins on singles comeback in Chile updated 90 days ago

Former world No. 1 Rafael Nadal was back in singles action for the first time in seven months Wednesday, making a winning return on the clay courts he has dominated so emphatically in recent years.

Nadal makes winning return in Chile updated 91 days ago

Rafael Nadal made a successful return to the tennis court on Tuesday, ending a seven-month injury absence with victory in a doubles match in Chile.

Nadal: I must be humble in comeback updated 93 days ago

A new country and a new start -- Rafael Nadal will cautiously embark on his long-awaited comeback tournament in Chile this week.

Czech Republic win 7-hour Davis Cup doubles marathon updated 94 days ago

Switzerland and the Czech Republic broke new ground in Davis Cup tennis on Saturday playing out the longest match in the tournament's history in Geneva.

Surefooted Djokovic gives Serbia 2-0 lead in Davis Cup tie against Belgium updated 95 days ago

Serbia's Novak Djokovic quickly found his feet on a court he had deemed "dangerous" to brush aside Olivier Rochus of Belgium in a Davis Cup tie in Charleroi.

Arthur Ashe estate up for auction: Tennis trophies, wisdom teeth updated 96 days ago

The largest collection ever of Arthur Ashe memorabilia will be auctioned off next week on the 20th anniversary of the tennis legend's death.

Australia fair? Sports stars given a grilling Down Under updated 99 days ago

Are Australian sports fans the toughest in the world? They would certainly give the English football press a run for their money. They don't like you if you're too good. But they can't abide if you're rubbish either.

Grand slam diet: How to supercharge your body updated 99 days ago

The lactic acid builds up, your muscles are screaming, your body temperature sky-rockets -- trying to stay two shots ahead of your opponent proves impossible as your thoughts fragment into near delirium.

Australian Open Final: Djokovic vs. Murray live updated 99 days ago

Visualizing greatness: How Novak Djokovic rose to the top updated 100 days ago

Never underestimate the power of visualization.

Djokovic sets sights on Paris party after Australia triumph updated 100 days ago

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic claimed his third consecutive Australian Open title following a four-set win over Andy Murray in Melbourne.

Emotional Azarenka beats unlucky Li to retain Australian Open crown updated 101 days ago

A tearful Victoria Azarenka retained her Australian Open title and world No. 1 ranking after overcoming crowd favorite Li Na in a dramatic women's final on Saturday.

Murray to face Djokovic after five-set defeat of Federer updated 102 days ago

Third seed Andy Murray will play world No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the final of the Australian Open after overcoming Roger Federer in a tense five-set semifinal in Melbourne Friday.

China's Li Na to face defending champion in Australian Open final updated 104 days ago

China's Li Na set up an intriguing final against defending champion Victoria Azarenka at the Australian Open after a comprehensive victory Thursday over world No. 2 Maria Sharapova.

No. 1 Djokovic floors Ferrer to reach fourth Australian Open final updated 104 days ago

Novak Djokovic has earned some breathing space after demolishing David Ferrer to keep alive his hopes of a record third consecutive Australian Open title.

Federer and Murray through to semis updated 105 days ago

Roger Federer is through to a tenth consecutive Australian Open semifinal after beating France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in five sets at the Rod Laver Arena on Wednesday.

Sloane Stephens stuns Serena Williams to reach semis updated 105 days ago

American teenager Sloane Stephens stunned her compatriot Serena Williams on Wednesday, beating the 15-time grand slam winner 3-6 7-5 6-4 to reach the Australian Open semifinals.

History chaser Novak Djokovic wary of David Ferrer threat updated 105 days ago

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic is wary of the threat fourth seed David Ferrer poses to his bid to become the first Open era player to win three consecutive Australian Open titles ahead of the duo's semifinal tie in Melbourne.

Li to play Sharapova in Australian semis updated 106 days ago

Chinese tennis star Li Na revealed she is reaping the rewards of a brutal preseason training regime after reaching the semifinals of the Australian Open for the third time in four years.

Federer, Murray march on in Melbourne updated 107 days ago

Second seed Roger Federer and world No. 3 Andy Murray both looked in fine form Monday as the grand slam-winning duo eased into the last eight of the Australian Open.

Williams & Stephens set for all-American showdown updated 107 days ago

As a child, Sloane Stephens decorated her bedroom walls with pictures of the Williams sisters. Later this week, the 19-year-old will play third seed Serena Williams in her first grand slam quarterfinal at the Australian Open.

Djokovic survives Wawrinka epic to keep Melbourne hat-trick alive updated 107 days ago

Few people like Monday mornings and for world No. 1 Novak Djokovic, his latest in Melbourne very nearly signalled the end of his quest to win a third consecutive Australian Open title.

Del Potro dumped out by Chardy updated 109 days ago

Sixth seed Juan Martin del Potro suffered a shock third-round defeat at the Australian Open on Saturday losing in five sets to unseeded Frenchman Jeremy Chardy.

Martina: Serena will 'break all records' updated 110 days ago

Serena Williams has been tipped to "break all the records" and establish herself as the greatest female tennis player ever by Martina Navratilova.

Superb Sharapova storms past Williams updated 110 days ago

Second seed Maria Sharapova dropped just four games on Friday as she swept aside six-time grand slam winner Venus Williams 6-1 6-3 in the third round of the Australian Open.

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