Saying goodbye in 2013: James Blake

December 2, 2013 0

James Blake was more than just one of the fastest players with one of the most ferocious forehands during his time on the ATP World Tour. He was one of tennis’ good guys. Blake, who played collegiately at Harvard, overcame scoliosis, a broken neck, and the death of his father to muster up an improbably successful professional career. […]

U.S. Open Day 3 expert picks

August 28, 2013 18

A two-team panel makes its picks for four men’s singles matches on the third day of action at the U.S. Open. James Blake vs. (Q) Ivo Karlovic Steen Kirby (Tennis East Coast) – Blake will […]

Blake announces retirement from tennis

August 26, 2013 1

James Blake announced his retirement from tennis on Monday morning, effective after the U.S. Open. “I have had 14 pretty darn good years on tour; loved every minute of it, and I definitely couldn’t have […]

Cincinnati Day 1 recap and photos

August 13, 2013 8

The practice courts were buzzing during the first full day of main-draw action at the Western & Southern Open, with Montreal finalists Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic making quick turnarounds to a second consecutive Masters […]

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