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maria kirilenko and alex ovechkin are dunzo, i wait by the phone

July 28, 2014 By Feroldi Lima Leave a Comment

Maria Kirilenko is tooth fairy no more. The Russian bombshell broke off her engagement with hockeyplayer Alex Ovechkin. The two of them got engaged at the end of 2012. Kirilenko released a statement via the Russian Tennis Federation:

“I have made a decision to break up our engagement. There are a lot of reasons, but I wouldn’t want to go in detail. I’ll say just that our relationship is over, but I respect Sasha as a person and an athlete and sincerely wish him athletic success in the future.”

Fortunately for Makiri, I am still single and as the title says, she can always come to me if she needs a shoulder to cry on!

But somehow, I don’t think she’s getting bored anytime soon!

ana ivanovic plays IPTL, redfoo talks azarenka split and novak djokovic pics of marriage surface on the web

July 15, 2014 By Feroldi Lima Leave a Comment

Novak Djokovic got married as we reported last week. We found out that the place where they got married was completely secured and save for a few photos from a long distance we didn’t get to see much. But now Serbia’s Hello Magazine has managed to get the exclusive.

Meanwhile Ana Ivanovic has announced that she will be playing International Premier Tennis League (IPTL). The league will take place during the offseason starting at November 28 and ending on December 13. The IPTL will start in Manila (Philipines) and then onto Singapore, Delhi and Dubai.

“It’s very excting,” said Ana. “It’s an intense, breathless concept that I’m sure will provide great entertainent for the supporters, and also for the players.

“This is a great innovation and I’m really looking forward to taking part, and visiting each city.”

But for now Ana is still enjoying her vacations in Mallorca.

Talk about emotional break ups, Redfoo opened up about the break up with Belrussian Victoria Azarenka. In an interview with the Daily Mail, Redfoo told that it was their busy schedule that drove them apart.

‘I want to cryogenically freeze the love, put it in a lab, and come back to it when everything is organised and I can appoint another captain of the ship,’ the quirky singer said.

‘We both had strong careers and we both want to support each other.

‘It was tough. I found myself oftentimes thinking more about their career.’

I have to admit that cryogenically freezing the love, it’s one of the most romantic sentences I have read in a long time. In the meantime, Vika seems to be doing just fine.

former world no. 1 victoria azarenka to join bryan bros. at popular V-Grid tennis fest this saturday

July 14, 2014 By tsfadmin Leave a Comment

Two-time Grand Slam singles champion and former world No. 1 Victoria Azarenka will reunite with winning 2008 French Open mixed doubles partner Bob Bryan this Saturday at the popular V-Grid Tennis Fest presented by Alexander Cadillac and Esurance and featuring Mike and Bob Bryan.
A limited number of tickets are still available for the 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. event being held once again at the picturesque Spanish Hills Country Club in the twins’ hometown of Camarillo. Log onto www.bbtennisfest.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

The all-time winningest doubles team in history and holders of 15 Grand Slam titles, the Bryan twins will once again entertain friends and fans alike in a day of tennis, music, food and wine tasting. Similar to year’s past, there will be a Pro-Am, exhibition matches and the day will culminate with a concert featuring the Bryan Bros. Band.

“Of course we are really happy and thankful that our longtime pal, Vika Azarenka, is coming to help out our Foundation and play the event,” Bob Bryan said. “We had a blast playing mixed together at the French and what a thrill to win that title together.”

The Tennis Fest is headed up once again by Spanish Hills Tennis Director Dave McKinney and will be emceed by the twins’ father, Wayne Bryan. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Bryan Bros. Foundation. Over the past few years, more than $530,000 has been raised to support deserving kids and programs, specifically the Ventura County Junior Tennis Association led by Terry Lynch, and the Santa Barbara Tennis Patrons and CathyAnn Simon.

“We so greatly appreciate the support of the Ventura and Santa Barbara tennis communities that all come together to help with this event,” Mike Bryan said. “It is truly a team effort by so many people, including those supportive friends and fans who buy tickets and auction items.”

In the featured match of the day, Bob Bryan and Azarenka will take on Mike Bryan and one of the U.S.’s top juniors, Las Vegas’ Kimberly Yee, who over the weekend received junior tennis’ highest honor by winning the Bill Talbert Sportsmanship award at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

Tennis stars that will be playing in the Pro-Am, besides the Bryan Brothers include Hall of Famer and former world No. 1 Tracy Austin; two-time winner of the French Open Doubles, Hank Pfister; four-time Grand Slam winner, Olympic gold medalist and No. 1 doubles player in the world, Ken Flach; former Roland Garros doubles finalist, Jeff Tarango; and former UCLA All American and NCAA singles finalist, Tony Graham.

“A very special thanks to V-Grid and Mike Cheiky for their wonderful support once again,” Mike Bryan said. “And we all appreciate the kind help of our wonderful sponsors Alexander Cadillac and Esurance.”

Added Mike: “Our young juniors girls will love being able to see Vika play up close. It will be a great inspiration to them. Vika is such a wonderful role model for up and coming juniors. She is really nice and has a sense of fun. Like, Bob, I am so glad she will be playing and adding so much to the event.”

The day after the TennisFest, the Bryans will play three home matches of Mylan World Team Tennis action for their new team, the San Diego Aviators, July 20th, 22nd and 23rd at the Valley View Casino Center (formerly the San Diego Sports Arena).

sharapova car chase, novak djokovic got married and roger federer water coloured

July 10, 2014 By Feroldi Lima Leave a Comment

Novak Djokovic got married

Novak Djokovic got married to his longtime girlfriend Jelena Ristic. The pair is scheduled to get married on Thursday , July 9 at the Aman Sveti Stefan resort in Montenegro. Notable guests at the wedding are coach Boris Becker, Viktor Troicki and Janko Tipsarevic, but not former World No. 1 Ana Ivanovic, Jelena Jankovic. Rumor has it that best bud Andy Murray is Novak Djokovic’ best man.

The couple is currently expecting their first child. (Would you call that a shotgun wedding?)

Another coach for Ana Ivanovic

Ana Ivanovic has parted ways with coach Nemanja Kotic. The break up was a mutual one and Ivanovic will now be looking for a new coach. According to the statement released on the official Ana Ivanovic website the contract expired after Wimbledon and after long amicable discussions the pair decided to call it quits.

“Ana and Nemanja Kontic have ended their coaching partnership by mutual agreement,” the statement said. “Kontic’s contract expired after Wimbledon and, after amicable discussions, the pair decided not to renew it.”

In more Ana Ivanovic news, Ana announced on her official Facebook page that she will partake in the Champions Battle exhibition in November and will face none other than Serena Wiliams in a best of three match.

But first Ana is taking a well deserved break by celebrating the summer before the US Open series starts and who better to show us how a beach vacations should be celebrated? (Photo credit Ana Ivanovic Official Facebook)

Rafael Nadal enjoys vacations

So what do you do when you run into Rafael Nadal on the beach in Ibiza? Yes, you take a selfie!

Roger Federer in watercolour

Whilst browsing Reddit , I stumbled upon this beautiful water colour study of Roger Federer. I found an awesome photo of Nole as well. You can find that photo by visiting The After Image Blog and if you are interested in having a piece of art for yourself then please contact the artist called Skybending.

Nick Bollettieri enters International Tennis Hall of Fame

In an interesting interview conducted by Tom Perrotta for Tennis Tuesday, Nick Bollettieri talks about entering the International Tennis Hall of Fame, coaching and life.

What’s the key to success, in tennis and in life?
You’ve got to be crazy enough to do things that most people wouldn’t even try because they are afraid of failure.

So there you go, the key of success, in tennis and in life delivered to you on a silver platter and no strings attached!

Victoria Duval is battling cancer

Tennis teen Victoria Duval is diagnosed Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. She was diagnosed after the first qualifying match at Wimbledon.

“Vicky will undergo treatment right away and due to her overall good health and isolation of the cancer, the prognosis is a full recovery in a few months,” IMG said in a statement.

“I intend to put up my best fight and have a full recovery. I picture myself healthy, stronger and competing again soon with even more appreciation for the game I so love.” , said Duval.

And let’s hope she comes out on top!

Maria Sharapova knows her Porsches, wants you to know about a new Porsche platform

Maria Sharapova showed us how to drive a Porsche but mostly wants you to know about the new online platform for Porsche Communication. Yes, as if you are still reading the reasons as to why she is driving a Porsche. Please…dont kid yourselves. Have fun watching the video.

Eugenie Bouchard, tennis new it girl

Eugenie Bouchard has, with her impressive record this season and let’s not forget, stunning looks, attracted the attention of many agencies. IMG’s head of tennis Fernando Soler told Bloomberg that he’d love to sign on Bouchard.

“She is talented, she is beautiful, she has a very nice personality, she has a strong domestic market, she has international appeal.”

Bouchard’s current contract with Lagardere Unlimited is up this year and so the competition to sign her is fierce. While IMG has expressed a strong interest, Lagardare Unlimited is very keen to extend the contract with their newest big name player. They even state that Bouchard is more marketable than Maria Sharapova, who netted 23 million last year.

Would Bouchard be a good fit for IMG or do you think that she should stay loyal to Lagardere Unlimited? Hit the comments and let us know. We are always intered in hearing from you!

petra kvitova wins 2nd wimbledon singles title; federer is wimbledon runner-up and breaks more records

July 10, 2014 By tsfadmin Leave a Comment

Petra Kvitova joined the Multiple Grand Slam Singles Title Club and the Multiple Wimbledon Singles Title Club by winning the 2014 Wimbledon Singles Title. She won the Title at the All England Club in 2011 as well. Her 12th WTA Singles Title was one of the most dominant in the history of the tournament. Although she was two points from losing in the 3rd round to Venus Williams, Petra did not lose any other sets and held three of her opponents to three games or less in a match. She also had three sets where she didn’t lose a game, including in the final. She will move into the top five on the WTA tour rankings when they are published on Monday.

“Petra’s extended family at Wilson congratulates her on an exemplary performance and a stunning two weeks at Wimbledon,” said Mike Dowse, President of Wilson Sporting Goods Co. “To hold an opponent to just three games in the final of a Grand Slam is testament to what an incredible talent this woman has become. We at Wilson are proud to be there for her from an equipment perspective to help her achieve these types of milestones.”

Roger Federer’s performance was equally impressive as he was 18 and 1 in sets en route to the final. The final match was of epic proportions, with momentum shifts and intense back-and-forth play throughout the five-set match before Federer was finally defeated, 7-6 (9-7), 4-6, 6-7 (7-4), 7-5, 4-6. This marked his 25th Grand Slam Final, which is a record. He also set records for semi-finals, quarter-finals and numerous others. Roger was using the new Pro Staff RF97 Autograph, which he helped design with Wilson over the last year and that will be available to consumers in October.

Grigor Dimitrov, Milos Raonic, Simona Halep and Lucie Safarova had incredible runs at Wimbledon as well, by all reaching the semi-finals. This means that three of the four players on both the men and women’s draw were using Wilson rackets. Of note, since switching to his Spin Effect Pro Staff at the beginning of the year, Grigor Dimitrov has won three ATP Singles Titles on three different surfaces and has now gotten to the quarters and semi-finals of the Australian Open and Wimbledon respectively. While pro tennis players are notorious about never changing their rackets, Grigor Dimitrov and Roger Federer are proving with wins…that technology matters!

Wilson dominated the two-week tournament registering 45 match wins in the gentlemen’s draw and 45 match wins as well in the ladies’ draw, more than any other manufacturer on both men’s and women’s draws. A quick look at the numbers reveals that Wilson had more main draw players in both the gentlemen’s singles main draw and the ladies’ singles main draw. The Wilson players were the most numerous to reach the round of 16s in both the gentlemen’s and ladies’ draws. Wilson, More Win.

Earlier in the tournament, and after three years of development and dozens of prototypes, Roger Federer and Wilson officially announced the new Wilson Pro Staff line of rackets, which they collaborated in developing. The Wilson Pro Staff line will feature rackets suited for a variety of attack-style players: from avid players to youth striving to improve their game. The Wilson Pro Staff rackets provide more power without compromising the classic feel long associated with the Pro Staff line.

fashion focus: lisa perry’s spring 2014 collection

September 12, 2013 By Erwin Leave a Comment

Designer Lisa Perry paid homage to tennis as she experimented with an all-white Spring 2014 collection, presented during the flurry of fabric that is NYFW. She transformed her flagship store into a court for the event.

“I love tennis, and I love all white, and since I always do so much color I decided to try to do a complete — a little risky — but complete departure to see what all-white would look like.”

And when asked about her thoughts about the 2013 U.S. Open, Perry didn’t offer up a favorite player:

“I just love watching tennis. I do love the new young girls who are playing, however. Maybe I could get them in my dresses. Wouldn’t that be fun?”

Yes — that would be fun. Which players would look best in Perry’s clothes?

Browse: See the rest of the Lisa Perry Spring 2014 presentation at style.com

(images via style.com)

spotted in the city: prince sets up shop at 47th/lex

August 22, 2013 By Erwin Leave a Comment

Prince has set up a pop-up store (“brand experience”) in New York City timed with the 2013 U.S. Open. The space, which opens on August 23, will host appearance by sponsored athletes, viewing parties, and a space selling limited-edition merchandise. There will also be an opportunity to preview the Fall 2013 product collection before they hit the stores in October.

(photo by @npmikolich)

for its first birthday, sharapova’s sugarpova launches accessories line

August 21, 2013 By Erwin Leave a Comment

Maria Sharapova celebrated the one-year anniversary of Sugarpova by showing off the Sugarpova Accessory Collection on Tuesday at Henri Bendel.

The line, which includes jewelry, hair accessories, apparel, and cosmetic cases, officially launched at the Bendel flagship on Fifth Ave. on HenriBendel.com, and Sugarpova.com — all on Tuesday.

Sharapova co-designed the collection alongside the Henri Bendel team of accessories designers.

As part of the launch, Bendel has set up a “Maria’s Must-Haves On & Off the Court” pop up shop on the 2nd floor of the Fifth Avenue store.

“It has been such an exhilarating first year for Sugarpova and there is nothing more exciting than to celebrate this milestone by creating an exclusive accessories line with Henri Bendel,” said Sharapova via a press release. “These accessories are fun and chic while multifunctional.”

Sweepstakes: Maria fans that can’t make it to the New York City pop up shop will still have an opportunity to partake in the festivities by entering the Henri Bendel and Sugarpova sweepstakes on the Henri Bendel Facebook page. Entrants have the opportunity to enter-to-win a prize package including Sugarpova candy, all items from the accessory line, tennis product and gear and tickets for two to the U.S. Open.

(Images courtesy of Sugarpova)

serena: aneres is making a comeback

August 18, 2013 By Erwin Leave a Comment

Serena Williams survived some strong play by defending champion Li Na at the 2013 Western & Southern Open, winning their semifinal 7-5, 7-5 on Saturday night.

This victory also catapulted Serena to the top of the Emirates U.S. Open Series; she was awarded the trophy on court after her victory. Winning the U.S. Open Series could be a financial boon for the World No. 1 should she win the U.S. Open trophy in a few weeks: she would get a $1 million bonus to go with the $2.6 million paycheck awarded to the Champion.

In her post-semi press conference, Serena talked about what she would do with her potential earnings and possibly investing in a new business.

Q. What company is that?

SERENA WILLIAMS: I’m actually starting my company Aneres, which is my clothing line. It will be Aneres.com. You can buy fashions from there. We’re going to have to find some potential investors, and I’m looking at that as well. Probably do some more stuff like that.

Q. How does that fit with your HSN stuff?

SERENA WILLIAMS: It fits well. [At} HSN, my client is a particular I have a particular client at HSN. So when I’m designing — and I’m actually designing for Aneres now — I have more freedom, and I can draw and sketch what I want to and send it to our manufacturers and go from there.

So I’ll definitely have more I can be more creative. I can definitely get more influenced from the fashion outside of just colors. I mean, I love working for HSN. We’re doing incredible there, but I wanted to expand with Aneres.

It will be really fun. I’m really excited. I’m already starting the wheels on that.

Q. Is it more high end?

SERENA WILLIAMS: It’s definitely more high end, but it’s also really it’s also reasonable as well.

Take, for instance, someone like me. I do make a lot of money, but I’m not going to spend I’m the type of person that’s not going to spend $10,000 or even $1,000 for a top.

The prices, we’re still working on it. It’s going to be very it’s not going to be like Forever 21, but it’s going to be more or less like BCBG prices.

When asked about her next HSN appearance, Serena said that the next collection would appear in September, but that she herself would not appear again to hawk her products until February 2014.

(image by Ian A.C. Johnson via Cincy Tennis FB)

ralph lauren outfits on-court officials at the 2013 u.s. open

August 17, 2013 By Erwin Leave a Comment

Ralph Lauren‘s big pony has returned to the U.S. Open for yet another year. The American outfitter will dress all on-court officials — chair umps, line judges and ball persons — and all their looks will be made available to the public. The collection features the uniforms as well as tennis dresses, skirts, shorts, polo shirts, sweaters, and commemorative caps.

The pieces will be available onsite at the US Open Ralph Lauren Shop for the duration of the tournament and also available at select Ralph Lauren stores, department stores, and online at www.ralphlauren.com.

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Women's Pink Polo

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Women's Polo

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Women's Polo - Big Pony

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Women's Sweater

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Men's Cardigan

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Men's T-Shirt

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Men's Polo

Ralph Lauren U.S. Open 2013 - Men's Sweater