Simona Halep drops Doha title to Mertens in a 3 set shocker loss
It's easy to become unfocused. Simona Halep took her lead for granted with surprising consequences
GALE MOORMAN
Columnist
Sharpening his game Denis Shapovalov hopes for a title soon
He slowly built up a list of top players he has defeated. It's now time for finding that special formula into getting that first title.
Can Sloane Stephens maintain success despite multiple challenges?
Victories on court many times are results from a player's good physical and mental stability. Sloane Stephens has shown excellence before but can she continue now with mounting changes?
Regaining tennis momentum will be challenging for Jack Sock this season
New strategies, changing tour schedules, and having recoveries will always affect a player's tennis performance. Jack Sock will have most of these happening to him very soon.
The Naomi Osaka Decision: Fixing things, but are they broken?
She's been with him for barely two years. Sascha Bajin is out of the Naomi Osaka team. Some say only one person will suffer from it.
Why Jo-Wilfried Tsonga had to captured the Montpellier title
Consistency and talent is the key to a player's success. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga seems to be turning a sharp point on this now.
Is the pressure cooking for Rafael Nadal after his Australian Open loss?
The titles and records that Rafael Nadal has achieved are extraordinary. But there's just so much a player can accomplish. It may come down to enjoying the passion despite the results.
Why Marcos Baghdatis remains a hardball player on the ATP tour
He turned pro 16 years ago and plays at all levels and surfaces. He has survived injuries and won titles. Marcos Baghdatis is still on the forefront of his game no matter what.
Ernest Gulbis returns in style wins opener at Sud de France
All poor performances and injury doesn't keep determined players down. This is the case for Ernest Gulbis
Stan Wawrinka sees to issues despite opener loss at Sofia
Every player finds their own format to play comfortably on tour. Stan Wawrinka is trying to regain his skill of winning again no matter how many times he is absent on the circuit from injury.
Kiki Bertens' star shines bright
Shaky starts often results in solid finishes. Kiki Bertens went through that and survived to get a title at St. Petersburg
Maria Sharapova may have to choose other playing options for the new season
The tennis tour is grueling with its many rewards and downsides. Maria Sharapova is well aware of both but injuries may cause her to think of alternatives.
Bianca Andreescu swings into first WTA maiden title at Newport Beach
The struggles are real, but when it results in getting that first title, Bianca Andreescu accepts accomplishments gladly.
Naomi Osaka, a new star is born
After her U.S. Open title, Naomi Osaka's self-confidence soared. Despite many up and down performances, doing well at the Australian Open was one of her main goals.
Is Petra Kvitova seeing the light at the end of the Australian Open title?
Whether it's a challenge of opponents or situations, Petra Kvitova handles it with perfection and her desire to win causes difficulties for her rivals.
Lucas Pouille creams Borna Coric to enter Australian Open quarterfinals
It's not how you start, but ending is important too. Lucas Pouille staying power helped him land a place in the quarters at Melbourne.
Danielle Collins has the keys to driving up to the Melbourne final
Australia may be on the other side of the world, but for Danielle Collins she's made the best of the tournament and her best is turning out to be excellent.
Sloane Stephens wilts to Pavlychenkova in the fourth round at Melbourne
It was a match that the players had prior issues but the differences were put aside with Sloane Stephens being the heavy favorite
Alexei Popyrin smooth road moves up at Melbourne after Thiem retirement
He wasn't expecting the success he'd gotten at the Australian Open but glad that his determination and skills are all coming together.
Is Amanda Anisimova getting to be a sizzling threat to WTA players?
She's the youngest WTA player, but Amanda Anisimova has made her mark on the Australian Open crowds and ready to go deeper into the 'down under' tournament.
The early fall of Nick Kyrgios at the Australian Open
Down under and under the weather, it was a bad combination for Nick Kyrgios as he's taken out of the opening round at Melbourne
Despite opening loss Victoria Azarenka may still come up big at Melbourne
A depressing first round loss for Victoria may not be the end all at her trek at the Australian Open
Will Simona Halep's issues prohibit her success at the Australian Open?
Injuries, having no coach and not many matches in preparation before the Australian Open may be a lot for Simona Halep to handle coming on court at Melbourne.
Reilly Opelka rising his game upsets Isner at opener in Melbourne
He was patient, seen others create upsets and now it was his turn. Reilly Opelka stepped up his game and it paid off big time.
Danielle Collins steams Julia Goerges in opener of Australian Open
Upsets are often surprises, but nothing could have been farther from the truth when Danielle Collins stayed focused and with luck turned a dodgy game into a successful one.
Ash Barty crumbles at crunchtime in Sydney feels encouraged for Melbourne
It's not like Ashleigh Barty to drop many matches but after an awesome tournament giving in to Petra Kvitova was a lesson learned.
Can Victoria Azarenka get into a higher gear to have a success in 2019?
Playing is one thing but being consistent and having victories and titles is another. Victoria Azarenka may have to find the recipe soon in defeating her opponents one by one.
Simona Halep's Sydney warm-up cooled by a sizzling Barty performance
After not playing tennis in four months, Simona Halep might not have been expecting the results that developed
Belinda Bencic could be a fierce competitor coming into the Australian Open
Having an overbooked tennis schedule sometimes is a good thing. It tones up and corrects ones came leading to match wins and titles. This is happening to Belinda Bencic as she turns into the 2019 Australian Open
Johanna Konta off to a new but problematic season
A new tennis season begins and there are hopes of more victories and titles. But for Johanna Konta her hopes are the same with the added promise of trying to stay injury free.