Naomi Osaka retires from Cincinnati hopeful to come on strong at U.S. Open
Players end a match in one of three ways: by winning, by losing and by retiring. Unfortunately Naomi Osaka had to retire in Cincinnati with the U.S. Open looming ahead
GALE MOORMAN
Columnist
Has the dynamics of Dayana Yastremska annoyed many WTA players?
Winning matches for any player feels great. When you're a teen and defeating well-known and high ranked players is an extra bonus. Dayana Yastremska must be feeling that now
Andy Murray strives for a delicate balance of tennis with comeback
Testing the levels of tennis after surgery, have been an experience for Andy Murray. Finding the perfect balance and liking it may be more of a challenge than he thought
Bianca Andreescu captures Toronto title with no sweat: Serena retires
Playing a tournament is exhausting but when the last match is handed to you, it's astonishing
Will skipping the Rogers Cup help Novak Djokovic in Cincinnati?
Making every tournament may not be the best remedy for some players in conserving energy and getting victories. Novak Djokovic may be in this category
Simona Halep gets into higher gear to go deeper in Toronto -- then injury!
Having not competed in weeks, playing the Rogers Cup was a bit skiddish for Simona Halep to feel she'd do well. But she is finding her level hoping to see a clear road of victories ahead
Bianca Andreescu makes stylish comeback in starting rounds in Toronto
Comebacks are challenging. They are fun. They are also scary. Bianca Andreescu handled it all with focus and determination
Sofia Kenin sizzles at Rogers Cup defeats Barty
At times players know to expect the unexpected when playing opponents. It might have been a surprise to everyone upon Sofia Kenin's second round victory in Toronto
Taylor Fritz couldn't deliver the goods loses Los Cabos to Schwartzman
No matter how tough a player performs, pulling out a winner at the crucial points is the only thing that counts. Taylor Fritz tried being consistent throughout Los Cabos but proved difficult to get the win
Jessica Pegula is spot on with capturing maiden WTA title at Citi Open
It's difficult to believe how much a player can regroup from bad stuff in their career and come out still shining bright. Jessica Pegula has done this at Washington
Will Naomi Osaka have fun and victories at the upcoming Rogers Cup?
Being a top ranked lead to excitement, feeling accomplished but also being under the radar and feeling pressured. Naomi Osaka just has to see how she can squeeze some fun and happiness out of it all
Maria Sakkari 'gets ugly' wins over Hibi moves to QF at San Jose
It's not always the strongest that wins the game but the clever and diligent one who can pull out the match. Maria Sakkari was that person this time
Danielle Collins digs out a win on first round in San Jose thriller
It can always go either way when two players get on the court. But Danielle Collins pushed harder at the end to get the win on her side
CoCo Vandeweghe shines in comeback at San Jose
Making your return on the courts from injury, there's much to concentrate on besides from trying to win. CoCo Vandeweghe had her day and it was great
Great satisfaction for Anastasija Sevastova winning the Baltic Open
There may be nothing like winning a title, but Anastasija Sevastova feels many times happy to capture her fourth
The tough comeback of Jack Sock forces him to think on the future
Returning from injury leaves many thoughts in a player's mind. But if wins come slow, doubts prevail. This may be what Jack Sock is going through now
Reilly Opelka confidence soars: Majors and Atlanta wins elevate his talents
It may not take defeating everyone to sharpen a player's skills, just the right ones. Reilly Opelka is starting to grow more victorious
Beatriz Haddad Maia fails drug test: Tennis career in jeopardy
Despite the reason, bouncing back from a failed drug test may be rocky and unpredictable.
Jiri Vesely finding his target one match at a time
It might not matter how you find your 'mojo' in tennis, it's when. Jiri Vesely is finding his and may keep striking until he wins another title.
Fiona Ferro lives out fairytale maiden title at Lausanne over Cornet
Winning a title is always great, but from a friend it might be a bit awkward. But it's all in the game of getting victories
Why Wimbledon wasn't such a great dessert for Stefanos Tsitsipas?
Players anxiously await the Slams which brings fun, excitement and significant financial intake. It also presents more competition that at times may be difficult to handle
How the pressure of playing a rival gave Novak Djokovic a Wimbledon victory
Playing the slams give players pressure to perform well. Being a top ranker and playing a rival makes things more stressful. Novak Djokovic knows that very well
The Hsieh Su-wei style of tennis nets her a doubles Wimbledon title
She may be clever, funny and unpredictable on her opinions of things, but Hsieh Su-wei knows how to take care of business on the court
The Swedish Open brings double treats to Misaki Doi
It must have been a double signal when Misaki Doi lost out in the qualifiers of two tournaments. She would experience her benefits soon afterwards
Simona Halep brilliantly captures her maiden Wimbledon title
It takes a career for some players to reach their tennis perfection. Simona Halep took only 56 minutes in the final to get to hers
Frustrated after Wimbledon SF loss: Rafael Nadal scrambles to find answers
It might be puzzling to lose at last rounds of a tournament, but Rafael Nadal knows some re-structuring must be done to capture titles again
Can Serena Williams debut at mixed doubles be a positive in her own game?
Taking a surprised challenge may be just what's needed to improve a player's game. Serena Williams might have felt this when she paired with Andy Murray
Andy Murray has a Double Dilemma
After hip surgery, Andy Murray thought on how his tennis life would be. He didn't dream of starting off and staying as a double player.
Guts and skill help Guido Pella defeat Raonic to bounce into Wimbledon QFs
Keeping belief and determination helps players do well. Guido Pella likes to get gutsy on his opponents and that's what makes him successful here at Wimbledon
Ugo Humbert mows over Auger-Aliassime reaches round of 16 at Wimbledon
The first meetings between opponents are sometimes winning ones. Ugo Humbert has proven this time and again