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Best Roger Federer Shot of All Time: Overhead Smash Lob

I came across this video this morning and this has to be the best every Roger Federer tennis shot. Its the Overhead Smash Lob!

Skip to 6:00 min in the video

Jack Sock Changes His Mind Again and Rehires Mike Wolf

It seems as though Jack Sock has changed his mind and rehired Mike Wolf as his coach. Sock split with Wolf prior to the US Open, but has been regretting the decision ever since.

Sock will play USTA Challengers in Sacramento and Tiburon, California in the next two weeks.

Best and Funniest Moments of the US Open 2011

Love this compilation!

Samantha Stosur Behind the Scenes after US Open 2011 Win

Here is a great behind the scenes interview and look with Samantha Stosur. This video was taken after her 2011 US Open win.

Serena Williams You Are a Dick!

Serena Williams has been fined $2,000 by the US Open after berating the chair umpire during the final.

Serena called out come on before Samantha Stosur even tried to hit the ball. Of course she should have got a code violation. Chair umpire 1 – Serena Williams 0

More importantly Serena is going to lose a huge amount of fans after the US Open.

A sampling of what Williams said, prompting the umpire to call the code violation:

— “You’re out of control.”

— “You’re a hater, and you’re just unattractive inside.”

— “Really, don’t even look at me.”

— “Your a loser.”

Williams, who never complains, also refused to shake that unattractive hater Asderaki’s hand at the end of the match, because she’s such a great sport who never complains. Never!

Novak Djokovic claims first US Open Title in 2011

Whether or not this was the best match of the year, it definitely was the most entertaining in my memory. When the two biggest players in the world are playing at the biggest venue in tennis, you are bound to see one of the greatest spectacles in sport.

Both players had high expectations coming into the final of this year’s US Open. Novak Djokovic was going in with his top ranking and his prominent win-loss record of only 2 losses for the whole year. Nadal came in as the defending champion with plenty on the line. The winner of this match would be determined by the level of their concentration and the true-ness of their grit.

The first set was marked by great athletic ability with both players running around the court like wild horses on a field. Retrieving every ball as if their life depended on it, most rallies lasted more than 10-15 shots. And surprisingly, the quality of play didn’t disappoint the crowd for the rest of the match. It was hard to believe how these two could get to so many balls back in the court, which really emphasizes the importance of physical readiness and how it could help you be a better player.

After crushing Nadal in the first two sets, when Nadal was leading 2-0 in both of them, it looked as though Rafa had no more gas in his tank. But just when you think he is down, he got back up and took Djokovic to a tiebreak which he eventually won with a score of 7-3.

In the fourth set, Djokovic started receiving treatment for his back, sending the crowd into a wave of whispers and ultimately giving us the question if Djokovic will have a vulnerability that will work to Nadal’s liking. Nadal however did not deliver as expected and Djokovic took his chance to become this year’s US Open champion.

Throwing his racquet in disbelief and sinking to his knees, Djokovic’s box erupted into a frenzy. The ceremony was then quickly set up and we heard a few words from both great champions. Nadal stepped up to take his finalist plate and humbly admitted that Djokovic was just too good for him today. Djokovic also congratulated Nadal for his run to the final and gave a message of salute to his box and of course to the fans. Both players also said a few words about the incident that has rocked New York and the whole world for the last 10 years and commemorated those who have fallen and are still affected by this tragedy.

It was a great match and a great finish to the last Grand Slam of the year, but the year is still not over and there is still more great tennis to come!

Congrats to Novak for his amazing win and year so far. He goes home with the trophy and a prize of US$2.3 million dollars because of his position in this year’s Race to the US Open. Nadal on the other hand goes back to the drawing board to work on what went wrong today and how he could dismantle Djokovic in their next meeting.

Oliver Golding Wins Junior Boys US Open Singles

The LTA must be very happy with the way their junior players have performed at this years Grand Slam events. Not only did they get the runner-up spot at Wimbledon, but they have now added a US Open title.

Oliver Golding has won the US Open Junior boys singles title with a win over Jiri Vesely 5-7 6-3 6-4. Golding had an amazing run in the tournament and showed his fighting spirit from coming back a set down in the final.

British tennis is on the rise! Hopefully they can actually turn some of this junior promise into Professional adult results.

Djokovic v. Nadal Preview + Prediction

Never say die. That has been the attitude of Novak Djokovic all year. In numerous occasions in 2011, the Serb has appeared to be down and out. In Rome, Andy Murray served for the match at 5-4 but eventually was unable to pull through, succumbing to the Serb 7-6 in the third. In Madrid, Djokovic was down a set and a break to Brazilian Thomas Bellucci eventually storming back to defeat Bellucci in three sets. Then there was yesterday.

Djokovic to Win!

Samantha Stosur: US Open 2011 Womens Singles Champion

Samantha Stosur has become the first Australian lady to win a Grand Slam since Evonne Goolagong in 1980! Congrats Sam! Sam won 6-2 6-3.

Samantha had an amazing game plan against Serena and executed it perfectly. At time Serena looked like she just wasnt able to do anything right and Stosur kept hitting winner after winner.

I was so glad to see that Serena got a point penalty for yelling come-on, when the ball was still on her side of the court. I wonder if this is the start of something to come on the ladies tour with grunting?

Anyways, Stosur played an amazing match and it was great to see her do so well!

Congrats Sam!

Jurgen Melzer and Philipp Petzschner win US Open Mens Doubles Final 2011

Jurgen Melzer (AUT) and Philipp Petzschner (GER) have dominated the US Open 2011 Mens Doubles final over Mariusz Frystenberg (POL) and Marcin Matkowski (POL). Melzer and Petzschner got off to a great start and they never looked back, winning the match 6-2 6-2.

Samantha Stosur vs Serena Williams Final

In the womens singles draw of the US Open 2011 we are setup for an amazing final today!

Serena Williams played a phenominal match against Caroline Wozniacki in the semifinal. Serena seemed to out hit her opponent and won 6-2 6-4.

While in the other semi it was Samantha Stosur verse Angelique Kerber. The two have never played before and never even practiced together. This match could have gone either way even though Stosur was the favourite. In the end Stosur won 6-3 2-6

Samantha Stosur Demolishes Vera Zvonareva

Samantha Stosur is in amazing form at the US Open. Sam hasnt had a great 2011 in terms of Grand Slam results, but she is making up for it! Sam demolished Vera Zvonareva (2) in straight sets and here is her press conference after the match.

Andy Roddick Gets an Attitude

Is it just me or is Andy Roddick getting more of an attitude as he gets older? I like it!

Angelique Kerber is Having the Tournament of Her Life at the US Open 2011

Angelique Kerber has played yet another amazing match at the US Open and is now in the semifinals. Kerber defeated Flavia Pennetta 6-4 4-6 6-3 and will now play Samantha Stosur in the semifinal.

This marks an amazing tournament for Kerber who hasnt previously made it past the second round in her three attempts at the US Open.

US Open Final Revised Schedule

Many of you may be confused as to how the USTA is going to schedule the rest of this year’s US Open which has obviously been complicated by cancellations due to rain on Wednesday and Thursday.

Official Schedule

Thursday:

Women’s Quarterfinal Rounds

Men’s Round of 16

Friday:

Women’s Semifinals

Men’s Quarterfinals

Saturday:

Men’s Semifinals

Women’s Final

Sunday:

Men’s Final

This scheduling mess really does not bode well for anyone on the men’s or women’s side.  With that being said, the men in the bottom of half of the draw will have to win four best of five set matches in four days to claim the title.   Theoretically, this means a player could be playing 20 sets over four days, a seemingly physical and mental impossibility.

Overall, there will be great tennis over the next four days as the US Open reaches its climax and the players call on their final reserves.

Players Very Fustrated at Having to Play in the Rain

It was yet another fustrating day in New York at the US Open 2011. Day 10 was rained out, but there was at least 10 minutes of play. In those 10 minutes the worlds top players started their fourth round matches, but they weren’t very happy with tournament referee Brian Earley.

Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Andy Roddick vented their frustrations at having to play on slipper courts!

Janko Tipsarevic is Loving His Time at the US Open 2011

Janko Tipsarevic is yet another Serbian player who is loving their time at the US Open at the moment. Tipsarevic is into the quarterfinals of the US Open where he will play countryman Novak Djokovic.

Tipsarevic has really improved his fitness and strength of late and its showing in his play and results. Its great to see him doing so well and hopefully he can keep up the good play.

Gael Monfils Trick Shot Against Juan Carlos Ferrero

Here is the trick shot from Gael Monfils earlier in the US Open 2011 against Juan Carlos Ferrero.

US Open Day 9 Rained Out

Today at the US Open it was completely rained out. Here is a great video to show what was happening at Flushing Meadows.

Mardy Fish: I Dont Speak French You Dumbass

Labor Day at the US Open wasnt a great day for Mardy Fish. Fish was very upset after dropping his first service game in the final set of his match against Jo Wilfried Tsonga.

But it was hugs at the net in the end.

Mardy did his best to explain the incident in the pressroom:

“I was talking to the umpire. I probably shouldn’t have said that. Like I said, we were fired up,” Fish said.

Jo-Wilfried revealed himself to be completely unreasonable and probably a dumbass:

“I just hear he was a bit upset at somebody in my box,” Tsonga said. “So, you know, I think we are just here to play tennis. I just said, ‘Okay, I will go tell them to stop, and that’s it.’ There is no problem.”

“With Mardy, it’s all the time friendly. It’s good.”