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Roger Federer's Record on Clay Courts Will Not Impact His Legacy
Roger Federer's third-round loss at the Madrid Open derailed his quest to improve his standing on clay. But even if Federer never wins another clay-court match the rest of his career, his legacy is in tact. He remains perhaps the greatest tennis player of all time. Show More Summary
Novak Djokovic Shouldn't Take Success for Granted
Every star has a bad day on the court now and then. But it was what Novak Djokovic said after his defeat by Grigor Dimitrov on Wednesday that surprised me. Djokovic said, via ESPN, "I didn't prepare myself so good. For 12 days after Monte Carlo I haven't touched the racket." My question is, why? Djokovic was 26-2 coming into the Madrid Open. Show More Summary
Roger Federer's Early Madrid Exit Blessing in Disguise for French Open
Roger Federer lost in the third round of the Madrid Open, and it was the best victory he could have gotten. Federer, the defending champion of the event, lost to 14th-seeded Kei Nishikori on the clay courts, 6-4, 1-6, 6-2. Federer was...Show More Summary
Rafael Nadal's Madrid Open Performances Prove He's Man to Beat at French Open
First seed, fifth seed or unseeded, it doesn't matter where Rafael Nadal begins the 2013 French Open, he is the man to beat at Roland Garros. This is all coming into view this week, as the debate as to where Nadal should be seeded rages on. Show More Summary
Novak Djokovic's Loss at Madrid Open Is Minor Setback for Clay Court Season
Novak Djokovic suffered a shocking loss in Tuesday's second round of the Mutua Madrid Open to No. 28-ranked Grigor Dimitrov. However, it will be only a minor setback in the clay court season for the top-ranked tennis player in the world. Show More Summary
Madrid Open 2013 Schedule: Highlighting Friday's Top Matches
We are getting down to the wire in the 2013 Madrid Open. After Roger Federer's shocking loss to Kei Nishikori in the third round on Thursday, the tournament has been shaken up a bit. Some are pointing to the determined Rafael Nadal to win his fifth singles title of the year. Show More Summary
Caroline Wozniacki Must Regain Focus to Get Career Back on Track
Things are not going according to plan in recent weeks for Caroline Wozniacki, and it appears like the problem is mental. The female tennis star is currently ranked the No. 10 player in the world, which is quite an accomplishment for a 22-year-old player. Show More Summary
Serena Williams on the Right Track to Defend Madrid Open Title
Serena Williams breezed through Maria Kirilenko in the third round of the 2013 Madrid Open on Thursday, setting the stage for a second consecutive title at the tournament. In the 6-3, 6-1 victory, Williams won a ridiculous 100 percent...Show More Summary
Madrid Open 2013 Results: Roger Federer's Abrupt Loss Paves Way for Rafael Nadal
After Roger Federer's shocking loss to No. 14 seed Kei Nishikori at the Madrid Open on Thursday, Rafael Nadal is in prime position to win the tournament. While Federer fell in three sets to Nishikori, Nadal made quick work of Mikhail Youzhny, 6-2, 6-3. Show More Summary
Rafael Nadal vs. David Ferrer: Madrid Open Clash Will Be Rafa's Toughest Test
With major upsets highlighting the opening rounds of the 2013 Madrid Open, two-time tournament champion Rafael Nadal will face his toughest test on Friday in the quarterfinals when he squares off with compatriot David Ferrer. FerrerShow More Summary
Madrid Open 2013: When and Where to Watch Top Stars in Action This Weekend
The clay-court action at the Manzanares Park Tennis Center is heating up as the 2013 Madrid Open gets set to conclude this weekend. Some of tennis' big names including Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Victoria Azarenka have alreadyShow More Summary
PHOTOS: MARIA SHARAPOVA AND BOYRFRIEND GRIGOR KISSING IN MADRID
The Daily Mail posted some interesting photos of Maria Sharapova strolling around + kissing her boyfriend Grigor Dmitrov in Madrid, [...]
ROGER FEDERER, DIMITROV KISS MADRID GOODBYE (BABY FED KISSING EDITION)
Well, the Madrid craziness continues with defending champ Roger Federer losing to Kei Nishikori in the third round: 6-4, 1-6, [...]
Madrid Open 2013 Schedule: Breaking Down Friday's Top Matchups on the Men's Side
We're only to the quarterfinals at the Madrid Open, but the remaining matches are already must-see clashes. I guess that tends to happen when Rafael Nadal, the best clay player in history, is only the No. 5 seed. The world's top two players, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer, have been eliminated in the tournament's return to red clay. Show More Summary
Madrid Open 2013 Results: Recapping Biggest Stories From Thursday's Action
It's never a shock when Rafael Nadal cruises to an easy victory on clay, which is what happened on Thursday at the 2013 Madrid Open. Some things just never change. But another big name in the world of men's tennis fell to an unassuming foe, following in Novak Djokovic 's footsteps after the world's No. Show More Summary
Andy Murray vs. Tomas Berdych: Analyzing Madrid Open's Key Quarterfinal Matchup
Andy Murray and Tomas Berdych square off in the quarterfinals of the 2013 Madrid Open. Each are ranked inside the Top 10, according to ATPWorldTour.com and possess the talent to win this tournament. And winning is vital, because with the French Open on the horizon Madrid will build confidence leading in. Show More Summary
Rafael Nadal Will Cruise Past David Ferrer in Quarterfinals of Madrid Open
Rafael Nadal is ranked No. 5 in the Association of Tennis Professionals' (ATP) world singles rankings. Not too shabby for the Spaniard. David Ferrer isn't impressed, however, as he has the unique perspective of looking down on Nadal in the rankings. Show More Summary
Roger Federer's Disappointing Loss at Madrid Open Spells Trouble for French Open
Roger Federer isn't the king of clay courts, but he was the defending champion of the Madrid Open heading into his third-round match with Kei Nishikori on Thursday afternoon. Federer lost the match (6-4, 1-6, 6-2), a chance to repeat as Madrid Open champ and some key momentum before the second major tournament of the year. Show More Summary
Madrid Open 2013: Top Contenders Best Positioned to Reach Finals
The Madrid Open is not a Grand Slam, but it remains one of the better tennis tournaments each season. Featuring players such as Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova, Madrid is quite appealing to catch star talent. Show More Summary
Caroline Wozniacki's Early Exit in Madrid Highlights Disturbing Trend
The only thing more disturbing than Caroline Wozniacki 's first-round loss at the 2013 Madrid Open is the fact that defeats like that one hardly come as a shock nowadays. The world's 10th-ranked female tennis player has taken a plunge from the No. Show More Summary
- Rafael Nadal
- Novak Djokovic
- Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
- Sloane Stephens
- Victoria Azarenka
- Maria Sharapova
- Serena Williams
- ATP World Tour Finals
- Indian Wells
- Andy Murray
- BNP Paribas Open
- Caroline Wozniacki
- Roger Federer
- Rod Laver Arena
- Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
- Grand Slam
- Tomas Berdych
- Davis Cup
- Juan Martin Del Potro
- Agnieszka Radwanska
