Archive for March, 2011

Robots ‘learn how to playa

Watch out Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray - robots are starting to learn the great game of tennis.

Up All Night: Roger Federer Wins Late at Miami

What does the Sony Ericsson Open think it is? Flushing Meadows? Plagued by long matches and rainfall, the Miami tournament echoed complaints from last year’s frequent late-night match starts on Tuesday night.

Nadal, Djokovic, Federer in Action at Miami; Wozniacki Upset, Sharapova Sharp

On a very busy Miami Tennis Masters schedule, the last 24 men’s Grand Slam champions return to the court on Tuesday in fourth round, and for some third round, play.

How Did Kim Clijsters Save 5 Match Points at the Sony Ericsson Open?

So, you think the body plays a bigger role in tennis than the mind? Don’t tell that to Ana Ivanovic, who lost to world No.

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal Headed for Semifinals, Caroline Wozniacki Heads Home

Today was a mixed day at the Sony Ericsson Open, with Federer and Nadal being their dominant selves, against a slightly turbulent backdrop of the women’s results.

Djokovic, Nadal advance at Key Biscayne

Eds: APNewsNow; Updates with Djokovic and Nadal winning. AP Photo FLJC117 By STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer KEY BISCAYNE, Fla.

Bruce Jenkins: As big dogs shine in Miami, Federer bristles at criticism

It has been an interesting tournament so far at Key Biscayne, none of the headline-makers more interesting than … Martina Navratilova? In a first week trending heavily toward conventional wisdom in the men’s draw, Navratilova shook things up, from afar, with her comments on Roger Federer.

Ferrer, Fish advance to Miami quarters

David Ferrer of Spain and American Mardy Fish were early fourth-round winners Tuesday at the Sony Ericsson Open.

Relaxed Rafa Not Feeling Pressure Of No. 1

Don’t tell Rafael Nadal that he’s under pressure to defend his hold on the No. 1 South African Airways ATP Ranking from hard-charging World No.

Rafael Nadal strips to his underwear for Armani

Tennis ace Rafael Nadal is the latest star to strip for Armani underwear. The 24-year-old Spanish star has followed in the footsteps of David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo by showing off his assets for the Italian fashion label.

Top tennis records

Tennis is a very popular sport played at many ages having a great advantage: it can be played throughout the year and on different types of surfaces.

Latest tennis coverage from Sony Ericsson Open

Fans watch and take photos of Rafael Nadal , of Spain as he towels off after defeating compatriot Feliciano Lopez at the Sony Ericsson Open tennis tournament in Key Biscayne, Florida March 28, 2011.

Saskatoon faces shortage of ambulances, paramedics: union

There are many ways for Canadians to try to get help directly to the people of Japan.

Venus Williams beats Serena Williams in historic final - On…

The Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne, Fla., is the biggest, most prestigious tennis tournament in the United States next to the US Open.

VIDEO, PHOTOS: Brandy Sings “National Anthem” ; Dwyane Wade and LeBron Hang with Rafael Nadal

Brandy performed the “National Anthem” on Saturday at the Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne, Florida.