Nitto ATP Finals, London Singles Semifinal: [3] Roger Federer (SUI) vs. [5] Alexander Zverev (GER) Federer led their head-to-head 3:2 having won their last encounter; however, Zverev has learned from his last appearance at the ATP Finals and this year he was more prepared to handle the occasion. The first set showcased Zverev’s power against…
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Rolex Paris Masters, France Men’s Final: [2] Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs. [18] Karen Khachanov (RUS) Djokovic won their only prior meeting earlier this year; however, that was irrelevant today as the Serbian was a bit exhausted from his brutal semifinal match against Roger Federer. Yet, the Serbian broke first and could have potential won the…
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WIMBLEDON, England Men’s Semifinal Preview: [1] Rafael Nadal (ESP) vs. [26] Novak Djokovic (SRB) There is more at stake than just a berth in the final of Wimbledon. Does Nadal have enough left in the tank for another Wimbledon title? While we know he is fit and has the heart of a lion; we also…
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Qatar ExxonMobil Open, Doha Men’s Final: [1] Andy Murray (GBR) vs. [2] Novak Djokovic (SRB) Many wondered if Djokovic had lost his focus and desire to compete at the level we have grown so accustomed to seeing. Even Djokovic had doubts about his ability to perform at that level again consistently. Today, he may not…
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Qatar ExxonMobil Open, Doha Men’s Semifinal: [2] Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs. [42] Fernando Verdasco (ESP) Djokovic led their head-to-head 8:4 coming into this match; however, this season’s Verdasco is a completely different player from the one that Djokovic encountered here last year in the round of sixteen. Verdasco perhaps did not quite believe that he…
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Barclays ATP World Tour Finals, London Men’s Semifinal: [1] Andy Murray (GBR) vs. [4] Milos Raonic (CAN) Murray led their head-to-head 8:3 coming into this match; however, Raonic has come close several times, winning the first set and having chances to close out some matches only to fold under the pressure. Today’s match was an…
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