Players leave their game of passion to find satisfaction in retirement
When time comes to bow out, players may question if they did the right thing. Most find out sooner than later they weren't sorry for leaving the playing field at all.
GALE MOORMAN
Columnist
Will defending his title be a breeze for Kei Nishikori in Hawaii?
Last year Kei Nishikori had two bonuses at the Hawaii Open. It was his first time playing at the Island and he captured a title there. He hopes to have recovered from his injury and defend his title.
The Bianca Andreescu factor will be tested strongly in 2020
The talent and strategies have kept Bianca Andreescu rising in the rank and file of the WTA. She will have a grand day on court if she watches her health and opponents.
Andy Murray comfortable with decisions and tennis future
For some players, 'winging it' might be the greatest option around. Andy Murray may be deciding on when to play if and how his health holds up.
Is Rafael Nadal in a league all his own?
After his Davis Cup performances, Rafael Nadal is proving that any comparison of him to other players is unnecessary.
The Dynamics of Garbine Muguruza and Conchita Martinez to be in 2020
The coming together of Garbine Muguruza and Conchita Martinez ended with a slam title in 2017. What will the 2020 season bring?
Is there a retirement light shining for Barbora Strycova?
Finishing on the rise is what players want. Barbora Strycova has accomplished that at being world no. 1 in doubles.
Will Abigail Spears succeed again after her drug ban?
Becoming a consistent player is difficult, but absence from the court since a doping ban and rising above it all may be the biggest challenge.
'Mister Davis Cup' Steve Darcis packs in his rackets after 16 years on tour
Your passion shouldn't be a struggle. But Steve Darcis was finding that far from true with playing tennis.
Kirsten Flipkens captures Houston Challenger title from Vandeweghe
It's been a while that the Belgian player has won a singles title, but she'll take it whatever level it comes.
Denis Shapovalov's choice in Youzhny as coach next season may be perfect
It started as a trial, but when Denis Shapovalov hired Mikhal Youzhny as coach he would never believe the results.
Dominika Cibulkova starting to follow her new life path
When something feels right, players know to go that route. Dominika Cibulkova has found hers and will be on the trail that seems satisfying for her now.
Can Rafael Nadal get his 'mojo' back after the Nitto loss to Zverev?
No longer feeling pain from injury, Rafael Nadal wrestles with getting his winning strategies back after a hard defeat.ck
Will Novak Djokovic have the last laugh for success at season's end?
As things go, looks like Novak Djokovic has pressed the reset button and keeps being energized to pull out surprising victories.
Eugenie Bouchard gambles and almost wins big at Vegas
It's not surprising of Eugenie Bouchard to take a risk or two but her stay at the Henderson Open has proved successful enough.
Conchita Martinez eyes new player and team for 2020 season
Players change coaches and teams for many reasons. Conchita Martinez will be experiencing a new player and team in the coming season.
Injury postpones Kim Clijsters return yet remains high on comeback soon
The excitement of making a return still has Kim Clijsters anxious to be a WTA player again despite injury.
Thiago Seyboth Wild scores first Challenger career title in Ecuador
Breakthroughs at any level are a tremendous boost for players. Thiago Seyboth Wild has made his mark and is pushing upward.
The Bianca Andreescu season has closed hoping for a healthy 2020 tour
The WTA Finals in Shenzhen is turning out to be more of an injured zone than a playing one with Bianca Andreescu the next casualty.
Naomi Osaka shoulders the pain gives Shenzhen and the season a miss
When the pain becomes unbearable and doesn't go away, players know they have to stop playing. Naomi Osaka knew when to pack her rackets and leave.
Nina Stojanovic wins ITF singles title at Poitiers
When it's the first time in partnering with a player, special times are expected. But no one could predict winning their first title together.
It's Aryna Sabalenka's fortune capturing maiden WTA Elite title in Zhuhai
Aryna Sabalenka has all the ingredients to dismantle her opponents' game, and did it well to clinch her third title of the year over Bertens at Zhuhai.
Kei Nishikori comes to grips with surgery and healthy return in 2020 season
It was necessary for Kei Nishikori to have surgery for his injured elbow. But what lies ahead may be the challenging part of his career for the 2020 season.
Kyle Edmund hopes losing streak goes sooner than later falls in Vienna
Players find it a challenge keeping form to gain victories. Kyle Edmund is going through this upheaval now.
Will the midas touch of Denis Shapovalov swing into other tournaments?
Capturing your first title may prove more than a player knows to themselves and to their opponents. Denis Shapovalov is figuring it all out now.
Jelena Ostapenko's successful partnership with Marion Bartoli
Finding the recipe to stay consistent and win a title might have been more of a dream than reality for Jelena Ostapenko, until now.
Kei Nishikori trying to find ways to success with a new path
Gaining consistent victories again may take getting a new approach for Kei Nishikori
Janko Tipsarevic victorious at Stockholm his last career tour
There's just so many rebounds one can do from losses and injuries. Janko Tipsarevic may call his last hurrah a bitter sweet one.
Rebecca Peterson claims Tianjin Open title over Watson
Staying determined was successful for Rebecca Peterson at the Tianjin Open as she captured her second career title.
A victory over Federer gives Alexander Zverev great belief in his game
Coming out ahead of their head-to-head meet, Alexander Zverev may feel his duel with Roger Federer is bringing out his successful days on the ATP tour.