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Congrats Kim, Serena I hope you learn

Lance Andersen — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:52:05 +0000

Kim Clijsters deserves huge kudos for her amazing run all the way to becoming the 2009 US Open Women’s Champion. It could not have happened to a nicer person or role model for the sport that we all love. The last time a mother won a major was Evonne Goolagong Cawley in 1980.

While Serena is a fantastic player and has been a great champion, her actions in the semi-final were inexcusable and should not be tolerated. Yes it is unfortunate that the timing of the foot-fault call was less than ideal. However, threatening a linesman the way she did and approaching her not once but twice should not be tolerated. In any other sport, she would have been suspended, almost immediately. The $10,000 fine while it may be the maximum allowed to be given, by the US Open, is not sufficient. You would not see other greats such as Sampras, Laver, Evert, Federer, Seles or Agassi, behaving that way.

It is unfortunate that we are talking about Serena’s behavior more than how well Kim played then entire two weeks of the championship.

Hopefully this will be a learning opportunity for Serena as she is seen as a role model to many young players.

Roddick finally ends his losing streak again Federer

Lance Andersen — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:46:23 +0000

To borrow from the late Vitas Gerulitas, “Listen smart guy, nobody beats Andy Roddick 12 times in a row”.

Andy finally was able to stop his slide against Roger with the 7-6(4), 4-6, 6-3 quarterfinal win on Thursday night at the Sony Ericsson Open. Andy played well and served big when he needed it. This was a huge win for Andy who now plays World No. 4 Nikolay Davydenko for a chance to advance to the finals.

Is Roger starting to look vulnerable or is he still recovering from mononucleosis? I think the jury is still out.

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Maria and Lindsay the round 2 Aussie Open showdown!

Lance Andersen — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:07:40 +0000

Who would expect to see a second round match as exciting as Lindsay vs. Maria? Lindsay is playing extremely well since her return to the tour last September winning 19 of 20 matches. Maria is hoping for a chance to reach the Austalian Open final for a second straight year.

This match should be shown live at 3:30am ET Weds on ESPN2

Who do you think will win? It is a toss up for me!

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Who are your picks for the Australian Open?

Lance Andersen — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 23:45:07 +0000

It is hard to believe that the Aussie Open starts in just 2 days. Can Roger and Justine continue to roll? Will the Bryan Brothers grab another slam?

Here are my picks:

Men’s: Novak Djokovic

Roger is the safe bet and in all probability will make it to the finals. Novak has given Roger problem in the past and well you never know. Can Rafa make a run? Will Andy or James have a good showing?

Women’s: Jelena Jankovic

Jelena is due for a breakout year, especially if her injury during the Hopman Cup as healed. Serena could come on strong. I would love to see Ana Ivanovic break through, but i think she is not quite ready. Maria is a long shot and Venus well you never know…

Let’s hope to some great coverage on ESPN2 and the Tennis Channel.

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Have you been watching the Hopman Cup?

Lance Andersen — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 09:36:03 +0000

The Tennis Channel provided some wonderful coverage of the Hopman Cup. The Hopman Cup is a team event consisting of men and women’s singles and a mixed doubles match. This event is in its twentieth year and has provided a some fun an spirited tennis. The coverage by the Tennis Channel has been superb this year anYou can tell that the players were having a lot of fun on court. You have to give Jelena Jankovic props for playing through her injury giving the fans a chance to enjoy a spirited finals match between the U.S. and Serbia.

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