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Novak Djokovic Isn't Playing Well Enough to Beat Rafael Nadal at French Open

Boris Becker recently came out and said he's picking Novak Djokovic to defeat Rafael Nadal in the final of the 2013 French Open, according to ESPN UK. But, with respect to the legend, how can you logically say that? While Djokovic is the No. Show More Summary

Men's Tennis Top 20 Power Rankings

It's been a tumultuous tennis season for the men. Rafael Nadal has come back from his injury layoff and surged, Roger Federer has shown signs of aging, Novak Djokovic has revealed that he's not superman, and Andy Murray has been very, well, Andy Murray. Show More Summary

Rafael Nadal's Return to Form Makes Him World's Most Dangerous Player

Novak Djokovic may be the No. 1 player in the world, but Rafael Nadal is the most dangerous player right now. Nadal—who breezed past Roger Federer on Sunday to win the 2013 Rome Masters—is on a remarkable run, even more remarkable considering he missed the second half of 2012 due to tendinitis in his knee. Show More Summary

Novak Djokovic's Recent Inconsistencies Make Him the X-Factor at French Open

Novak Djokovic will come into the 2013 French Open with the No. 1 ranking firmly in his pocket but without the pre -tournament form he would have desired. The Serbian international looked very strong heading into Roland Garros with a defeat of Rafael Nadal on red clay earlier in the month. Show More Summary

Rome Masters 2013 Schedule: Preview and Predictions for Championship Match

The 2013 Rome Masters has seen its fair share of surprises, but that didn't stop two of the world's best players from facing off in the final round, as Rafael Nadal will face Roger Federer. We've seen world No. 1 player Novak Djokovic bounced by Tomas Berdych and No. Show More Summary

Rafael Nadal's Harrowing Win vs. Gulbis Will Precede Loss to Novak Djokovic

Rafael Nadal was rolling right along in 2013 before he met world No. 46 Ernests Gulbis on Thursday in the third round of the Rome Masters. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic has been rising. It sets up a loss for Nadal in the semifinals. Sure,...Show More Summary

Novak Djokovic's Poor Form Guarantees French Open Triumph for Rafael Nadal

Novak Djokovic may be the No. 1-ranked player in the world, but his recent play doesn't reflect that. With the French Open drawing near, all signs point to Rafael Nadal being the runaway winner of the year's second Grand Slam. WhileShow More Summary

Rome: Berdych d. Djokovic

If Tomas Berdych has any sense of humor, he’ll stroll into his press conference after posting an astonishing, 2-6, 7-5, 6-4 win over top-seeded Novak Djokovic in Rome and paraphrase the line once uttered by the late, great Vitas Gerulaitis. Before...Show More Summary

Italian Open Tennis 2013: Dark-Horse Contenders to Watch for in 3rd Round

The clay-court season is reaching its climax as the 2013 French Open is just over a week away. Players like Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are in Rome this week for the Italian Open, making one last effort to fine tune...Show More Summary

Is the Big 4 the Best Quartet in Tennis History?

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray have accounted for 35 Grand Slam singles titles, including the last 13 in a row. If anyone other than those four wins the French Open, it will be a major surprise. The so-called...Show More Summary

Rome Masters 2013: Rafael Nadal Is No Longer Safe on Clay vs. Novak Djokovic

The days of Rafael Nadal dominating Novak Djokovic on clay are long gone. And, based on Djokovic 's play in the 2013 Rome Masters thus far, that doesn't figure to change. The last time Nadal defeated Djokovic on clay was in Cincinnati in 2009. Show More Summary

Madrid Open 2013: Stan Wawrinka Continues Brilliant Play in French Open Warm-Up

With the 2013 French Open marking the first major in which each of the "Big Four"—Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal—will enter with at least one Grand Slam title, the stage is set for a memorable semifinal. Stanislas Wawrinka looks like he's ready to crash that party. Show More Summary

Roger Federer's Shocking Defeat Will Have Little Impact on French Open Title Bid

With Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal both experiencing problems with injuries over the past six months, Roger Federer has emerged once more as a genuine contender for the biggest events this year—starting with the 2013 French Open later this month. Show More Summary

Madrid: Wawrinka d. Berdych

They should throw a semifinal and not invite Andy Murray, Roger Federer, or Novak Djokovic more often, given the dramatic nature and pleasantly unpredictable outcome of today’s clash in Madrid between Tomas Berdych and Stan Wawrinka. One...Show More Summary

5 Men's Tennis Players Most Likely to Break Up Big Four's Run on Grand Slams

The ATP's Big Four—Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray—have 35 Grand Slam titles among them. Only four other players, other than those four, have won a slam since Federer won his first in 2003. As Federer enters...Show More Summary

Madrid Open 2013: Predicting Winners of Friday's Quarterfinal Matches

The 2013 Mutua Madrid Open has already seen the two biggest stars in men's tennis fall— Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. The World No. 1 Djokovic lost in Round 2 to promising youngster Grigor Dimitrov, while Federer bowed out in the Round of 16 against No. 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

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: 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

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

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