Can anyone out there help me identify the brand behind this mobius strip logo on Peter Luczak? The Aussie lost his first singles rubber against Chilean Fernando Gonzalez at this weekend’s Davis Cup tie. The score: 6-2, 6-2, 6-3. He’ll face Nicolas Massu in reverse singles on Sunday. (More scores.) We’re all about the use […]
pat and his ponytail praised; philippoussis ponders life post-tennis
Patrick Rafter got some more icing on his already sweet career cake with an induction to the Australian Tennis Hall of Fame. The ceremony, which included an unveiling of a Rafter bust, happened before the 2008 Australian Open women’s final between Maria Sharapova and Ana Ivanovic. Those are some mad crow’s feet. Remember to wear […]
short balls: australian open edition
Aussie Open in trouble?: A report published by Tennis Australia recommends much-needed upgrades to Melbourne Park. TA is asking for $300 million in funding for capital improvements so they can stay competitive with other tournaments that could soon vie for major status. As you may know, there have been grumbligs about a Grand Slam in […]
short balls: aussie edition
Flip the Fungible: If Mark Philippoussis decides to disappear into tennis oblivion, then I’ll be content replacing him with the similar-looking ATP-er, Spaniard Paul Andujar. (Here he is in Le Coq Sportif while losing to Nole at the Croatian Open.) The Scud at an Age of Love viewing party in the Planet Hollywood Casino surrounded […]
short balls: no more rebound ace? what's next — astroturf at wimbledon?
We’re into the second week of a Slam, when matches are fewer and further between, so I figured it’s time to whip out some bits I’d stored for a rainy day… Ripping out Rebound Ace: Tennis Australia announced that they’re switching from Rebound Ace to Plexicushion courts for next year’s Aussie Open. Hometown hope Lleyton […]