Opinion pieces.

Wimbledon best bets: Men’s quarterfinals

July 9, 2019 2

The men and women are playing on opposite days the rest of the way at Wimbledon, where Wednesday marks the first Men’s Day when it comes to singles. Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal remain heavy favorites going into the quarterfinals. […]

With nothing to lose, can Federer be dangerous against Nadal?

June 4, 2019 57

If ever a time the “nothing to lose” mantra rings true, it’s for Roger Federer in his upcoming French Open semifinal showdown against Rafael Nadal. Consider. If Federer loses, well, that’s what was supposed to happen. Nadal is an overwhelming favorite as an 11-time champion at Roland Garros. […]

At French Open, Serena and tournament owe Thiem an apology

June 4, 2019 12

Dominic Thiem just told Eurosport that Serena Williams has a “bad personality.” As insults go, it’s the stoic German-speaking equivalent of calling someone “Meanie Mcmeanface.” Not exactly a scathing commentary–or it wouldn’t be if anyone else had said it. […]

Quickies for the 2019 French Open

May 10, 2019 4

Without a doubt, Rafael Nadal leads the betting odds in the men’s tournament and it would be a brave person to tip against the record 11-time champion. Novak Djokovic, Dominic Thiem, and Alexander Zverev are next-best choices and will hope to upset the Spaniard. […]

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