Posts Tagged ‘First’

Was the US Open the first time Roger Federer has swore during a match?

Will potty mouth hurt Rogers image? Is married life getting to him already?

US Open 2010 – Maria Sharapova vs Jarmila Gajdosova – first set – HD 720p

US Open 2010 – Maria Sharapova vs Jarmila Gajdosova – first set – HD 720p

2010 US Open Press Conferences: Maria Sharapova (First Round)

8-31-2010 www.usopen.org Maria Sharapova (RUS) d. Jarmila Groth (AUS); 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 WATCH THE 2010 US OPEN! For live streaming, previews, results, recaps & more, go to www.usopen.org Broadcasted also on CBS, ESPN2 & The Tennis Channel © United States Tennis Association 2010. All Rights Reserved.

Australian Open Day 8- First timers, Rezai Banned, Serena Update Tennis Now News 1/24/2011

Lauren Lynch reports the latest news Down Under. On Australian Open Day 8 first timer Alexandr Dolgopolov beat top seeded Robin Soderling. Aravane Rezai’s family member was banned from the tour by WTA for undisclosed behavior. Andy Roddick takes blame for Americans. Rafael Nadal reports illness. Francesca Schiavone and Svetlana Kuznetsova broke longest match record. Kim Clijsters wins and balances motherhood. Serena Williams will be Mercedes- Benz commercial spokeswoman. Get Quarterfinal preview.

Congrats!! Wimbledon 2011: Venus Williams Wins First Round Match In ‘Trendy’ New Outfit

visit hotnewss.com FREE to watch Wimbledon 2011: Venus Williams Wins First Round Match In ‘Trendy’ New Outfit Dressed much like the goddess with whom she shares a name, Venus Williams is quite the fashion plate at Wimbledon. The five-time champion is wearing a white romper — an all-in-one outfit with shorts and cutout sleeves and a big triangle cut out the back. The playsuit has a “V” neckline and is adorned with a gold belt and zipper in the front.

Despite all the distractions for Newton, football comes first

Despite all the distractions for Newton, football comes first
Cam Newton is struggling with his wireless mic.

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How do you pronounce Roger Federer’s first name correctly?

In television reporters always pronounce him the English way (Rodsher), but he is Swiss, so I would imagine, the German (Rogher) or French way (Roshee) of pronouncing is more adequate. Anybody knows?

Tennis’ First Lady, Davis Cup Begins, Djokovic Rules, Delpo Comeback- Tennis Now News 2/28/2011

Lauren Lynch reports the latest news in tennis. First Lady Michelle Obama begins “Let’s Move” campaign with Andre Agassi announced at the BNP Paribas Showdown. Novak Djokovic soldifies the Serbian team of strong players Janko Tipsarevic, Viktor Troicki, and Nenad Zimonjic against India at the Davis Cup. Juan Martin Del Potro aka Delpo has risen from 485 in the world to 89 for a fast comeback and win in Delray Beach. LAST DAY TO ENTER AIRFARE CONTEST: www.epaperflip.com

Anyone have an idea when Roger Federer will play his first match at Indian Wells? 3/14 or 3/15?

I am looking to buy seats for the oepning weekend of BNP Paribas Indian Wells, but I want to see Roger Federer play. Anyone know if he’ll play on Saturday 3/14 or Sunday 3/15 evening/daytime? Any help willo be much appreciated. I know the schedule doesn’t get released the day before but any ideas??

Why was Rafael Nadal not judged to be the winner after the first two sets which he won 6-4, 6-4 ?

Rafael Nadal prevailed 6-4, 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-7(8), 9-7,in the longest final in Wimbledon history ( news by “The Associated Press”).

Q) Are there different rules in the finals?
Q) What are the reasons for playing the third set, when a player has already won the first two sets??
Paddy M, SS103 & Lesh says– best of 5 sets.
Jyoti says— best of 3 sets.

give the final unambigious statement.

Top 2 women lose in first round at Memphis

Top 2 women lose in first round at Memphis
Associated Press – February 14, 2011 8:35 PM ET MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) – Top seeds Barbora Zahlavova Strycova and Sofia Arvidsson lost opening round matches in straight sets Tuesday at the…

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Andy Murray ousted in first match since Australian Open final

Andy Murray ousted in first match since Australian Open final
Andy Murray has been upset by Marcos Baghdatis in the first round of the ABN Amro tournament.

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2010 US Open Press Conferences: Rafael Nadal (First Round)

8-31-2010 www.usopen.org Rafael Nadal (ESP) d. Teymuraz Gabashvili (RUS); 7-6(4), 7-6(4), 6-3 WATCH THE 2010 US OPEN! For live streaming, previews, results, recaps & more, go to www.usopen.org Broadcasted also on CBS, ESPN2 & The Tennis Channel © United States Tennis Association 2010. All Rights Reserved.

Del Potro Reaches First Grand Slam Final

No. 6 seed Juan Martin del Potro reached his first Grand Slam final by routing six-time major champion Rafael Nadal in straight sets Sunday, 6-2, 6-2, 6-2. The Argentine had 33 winners against the No. 3 seed. (Sept. 13)

First blood to Nadal in 2011 at UAE final

First blood to Nadal in 2011 at UAE final
Rafael Nadal has beaten Roger Federer 7-6 7-6 in the final of the World Tennis Championships exhibition tournament in Abu Dhabi.

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When was the first time you saw Roger Federer play and what did you think?

I first saw him play in the semifinals of the 2005 US Open against Lleyton Hewitt and I thought he was amazing. I’ve been a fan of Federer – and tennis in general – ever since.

Roger Federer Vs Juan Martin Del Potro – US Open 2009 – First Set

Roger Federer Vs Juan Martin Del Potro – US Open 2009 – First Set

Roger Federer Vs Juan Martin Del Potro – US Open 2009 – First Set

My (second) WTA Quiz — (Answers of the first one inside)?

Hi! Here’s my second WTA Quiz!
Sorry about the last time, I forgot to post the answers before I chose the best answer! (Answers at the bottom)….

Here are the Questions:
1. What was Ana Ivanovic’s highest Year-End Ranking?

2. In which tournament did Maria Sharapova beat a Swedish player (in the finals) to win her first title of 2010?

3. Who will Australia have to face first in the first tie of Fed Cup?

4. Who am I? I am older then 25. I have made the finals (in doubles) of all Grand Slams. I have won two Mixed Doubles Titles. I achieved my career-high ranking in singles in 2010 (this year).

5. What is Elena Vesnina’s current win-loss record in Career WTA Finals?

6. In which Grand Slam did Jelana Jankovic make her only final? Who was her opponent and what was the final score?

7. How many doubles titles has Vera Zvonareva won?

8. Who am I? I am a European tennis player under the age of 25. I turned pro in 2003 and have made the Quarter-Finals of all Grand Slams except the US Open. I have also made the doubles finals in the Australian Open and French Open?

9. Which two players does Elena Dementieva have a 6-5 (win-loss) record against?

10. Who am I? I am the top seed in tennis at the 2010 Commonwealth Games. I haven’t won a WTA title but I have won 8 ITF Titles. I made the finals in Mixed Doubles at Wimbledon in 2003.

I feel this is slightly harder!! Hope you like it!

Answers for previous quiz:
1. Jelena Dokic
2. Kaia Kanepi, Kim Clijsters, Vera Zvonareva, Venus Williams
3. Australia beat Ukraine
4. Auckland, Sydney, Toronto
5. Warsaw Open
6. Caroline Wozniacki
7. Elena Vesnina
8. Elena Dementieva (1st), Dinara Safina (2nd), Vera Zvonareva (3rd), Li Na (4th)
9. Ava Ivanovic
10. Victoria Azarenka, Marion Bartoli, Svetlana Kuznetsova

GOOD LUCK!
Ashley
Xoxo
I would just like to thank everyone for all their answers!!!!

In the end: we had a tie between:
Kevin Mc
James Blake for President
M.Valentine

(James Blake for President, you ended up getting Q10 correct but that was after an edit so I couldn’t let you have it! So sorry !)

Each of you guys got 7/10 correct!

However, I had to give it to Kevin Mc because he answered it before the others!!

Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova Fan No. 1, you answered 6/10 questions right! Congratulatios!

The answers:
1. 4

4/4 correct

2. Memphis/Cellular South Cup

4/4 correct

3. Italy

0/4 Correct!

4. Samantha Stosur

4/4 Correct!

5. 0-4

4/4 Correct!

6. US Open, Serena Williams, 6-4 7-5

4/4 Correct!

7. 5

1/4 correct!

8. Victoria Azarenka

2/4 Correct!

9. Dinara Safina, Francesca Schiavone

1/4 Correct!

10. Anastasia Rodionova

2/4 correct!