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French Open 2013 Draw: When and Where to Catch Singles Bracket Release

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649267-french-open-2013-draw-when-and-where-to-catch-singles-bracket-release
The tennis season’s second Grand Slam event has arrived, as Friday marks the release of the 2013 French Open main draw.
Reigning men’s champion Rafael Nadal enters Roland Garros with a ton of confidence as always, but this time having won three consecutive clay-court tournaments dating back to last month.
On [...]

Novak Djokovic Isn’t Playing Well Enough to Beat Rafael Nadal at French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650050-novak-djokovic-isnt-playing-well-enough-to-beat-rafael-nadal-at-french-open
Boris Becker recently came out and said he’s picking Novak Djokovic to defeat Rafael Nadal in the final of the 2013 French Open, according to ESPN UK.
But, with respect to the legend, how can you logically say that?
While Djokovic is the No. 1 player in the world, he’s not [...]

Novak Djokovic Isn’t Playing Well Enough to Beat Rafael Nadal at French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650050-novak-djokovic-isnt-playing-well-enough-to-beat-rafael-nadal-at-french-open
Boris Becker recently came out and said he’s picking Novak Djokovic to defeat Rafael Nadal in the final of the 2013 French Open, according to ESPN UK.
But, with respect to the legend, how can you logically say that?
While Djokovic is the No. 1 player in the world, he’s not [...]

Novak Djokovic Isn’t Playing Well Enough to Beat Rafael Nadal at French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650050-novak-djokovic-isnt-playing-well-enough-to-beat-rafael-nadal-at-french-open
Boris Becker recently came out and said he’s picking Novak Djokovic to defeat Rafael Nadal in the final of the 2013 French Open, according to ESPN UK.
But, with respect to the legend, how can you logically say that?
While Djokovic is the No. 1 player in the world, he’s not [...]

Novak Djokovic Isn’t Playing Well Enough to Beat Rafael Nadal at French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650050-novak-djokovic-isnt-playing-well-enough-to-beat-rafael-nadal-at-french-open
Boris Becker recently came out and said he’s picking Novak Djokovic to defeat Rafael Nadal in the final of the 2013 French Open, according to ESPN UK.
But, with respect to the legend, how can you logically say that?
While Djokovic is the No. 1 player in the world, he’s not [...]

Rafael Nadal’s 8th French Open Title Nearly Guaranteed After Huge 2013 Start

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650058-rafael-nadals-8th-french-open-title-nearly-guaranteed-after-huge-2013-start
As if Rafael Nadal’s prior exploits at Roland Garros weren’t enough, there are plenty of other reasons to believe the “King of Clay” will add another French Open win to his resume this year.
After missing seven months with two ailing knees, “Rafa” returned in 2013 to the same form [...]

French Open 2013: 10 Rising Stars Ready to Emerge at Roland Garros

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649346-french-open-2013-10-rising-stars-ready-to-emerge-at-roland-garros
While anticipating the announcement of the 2013 French Open draws on Friday, May 24, it is natural for tennis fans to ponder who other than Rafael Nadal or Serena Williams will be left standing at the end of Week 1.
Grand Slam aficionados are accustomed to the [...]

French Open 2013: 10 Rising Stars Ready to Emerge at Roland Garros

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649346-french-open-2013-10-rising-stars-ready-to-emerge-at-roland-garros
While anticipating the announcement of the 2013 French Open draws on Friday, May 24, it is natural for tennis fans to ponder who other than Rafael Nadal or Serena Williams will be left standing at the end of Week 1.
Grand Slam aficionados are accustomed to the [...]

Roland Garros 2013: Most Likely Challengers to Threaten Big Four in French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649909-roland-garros-2013-most-likely-challengers-to-threaten-big-four-in-french-open
On the clay courts of Roland Garros, it’s Rafael Nadal and the rest of the field.
The “King of Clay” has taken seven of the last eight French Open titles, failing only in 2009 when he made a fourth-round exit at the hands of Robin Soderling. Since that appearance, it’s [...]

Rafael Nadal’s 8th French Open Title Nearly Guaranteed After Huge 2013 Start

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650058-rafael-nadals-8th-french-open-title-nearly-guaranteed-after-huge-2013-start
As if Rafael Nadal’s prior exploits at Roland Garros weren’t enough, there are plenty of other reasons to believe the “King of Clay” will add another French Open win to his resume this year.
After missing seven months with two ailing knees, “Rafa” returned in 2013 to the same form [...]

Rafael Nadal’s 8th French Open Title Nearly Guaranteed After Huge 2013 Start

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650058-rafael-nadals-8th-french-open-title-nearly-guaranteed-after-huge-2013-start
As if Rafael Nadal’s prior exploits at Roland Garros weren’t enough, there are plenty of other reasons to believe the “King of Clay” will add another French Open win to his resume this year.
After missing seven months with two ailing knees, “Rafa” returned in 2013 to the same form [...]

Rafael Nadal’s 8th French Open Title Nearly Guaranteed After Huge 2013 Start

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1650058-rafael-nadals-8th-french-open-title-nearly-guaranteed-after-huge-2013-start
As if Rafael Nadal’s prior exploits at Roland Garros weren’t enough, there are plenty of other reasons to believe the “King of Clay” will add another French Open win to his resume this year.
After missing seven months with two ailing knees, “Rafa” returned in 2013 to the same form [...]

French Open 2013: 10 Rising Stars Ready to Emerge at Roland Garros

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649346-french-open-2013-10-rising-stars-ready-to-emerge-at-roland-garros
While anticipating the announcement of the 2013 French Open draws on Friday, May 24, it is natural for tennis fans to ponder who other than Rafael Nadal or Serena Williams will be left standing at the end of Week 1.
Grand Slam aficionados are accustomed to the [...]

French Open 2013: 10 Rising Stars Ready to Emerge at Roland Garros

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649346-french-open-2013-10-rising-stars-ready-to-emerge-at-roland-garros
While anticipating the announcement of the 2013 French Open draws on Friday, May 24, it is natural for tennis fans to ponder who other than Rafael Nadal or Serena Williams will be left standing at the end of Week 1.
Grand Slam aficionados are accustomed to the [...]

Roland Garros 2013: Most Likely Challengers to Threaten Big Four in French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649909-roland-garros-2013-most-likely-challengers-to-threaten-big-four-in-french-open
On the clay courts of Roland Garros, it’s Rafael Nadal and the rest of the field.
The “King of Clay” has taken seven of the last eight French Open titles, failing only in 2009 when he made a fourth-round exit at the hands of Robin Soderling. Since that appearance, it’s [...]

Roland Garros 2013: Most Likely Challengers to Threaten Big Four in French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649909-roland-garros-2013-most-likely-challengers-to-threaten-big-four-in-french-open
On the clay courts of Roland Garros, it’s Rafael Nadal and the rest of the field.
The “King of Clay” has taken seven of the last eight French Open titles, failing only in 2009 when he made a fourth-round exit at the hands of Robin Soderling. Since that appearance, it’s [...]

Roland Garros 2013: Most Likely Challengers to Threaten Big Four in French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649909-roland-garros-2013-most-likely-challengers-to-threaten-big-four-in-french-open
On the clay courts of Roland Garros, it’s Rafael Nadal and the rest of the field.
The “King of Clay” has taken seven of the last eight French Open titles, failing only in 2009 when he made a fourth-round exit at the hands of Robin Soderling. Since that appearance, it’s [...]

Roger Federer’s Biggest Strengths Will Be Neutralized at 2013 French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649934-roger-federers-biggest-strengths-will-be-neutralized-at-2013-french-open
Roger Federer has always been a strong player on clay, but his limited success at the French Open compared to his record at the other three Grand Slams is telling.
While much of the blame for Fed’s shortcomings at Roland Garros falls squarely on the shoulders of Rafael Nadal, the [...]

Serena Williams Will Parlay Hot Play into 2nd French Open Title

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649836-serena-williams-will-parlay-hot-play-into-2nd-french-open-title
As the No. 1-ranked female player in the world, it should come as no surprise that Serena Williams is considered the favorite heading into the French Open. While Serena actually hasn’t had a ton of success at Roland Garros over the years, her recent play suggests that a second [...]

Nadal favored, but not seeded No. 1 at French Open (Yahoo! Sports)

From Yahoo! Sports – Tennis News

PARIS (AP) — Used to be the French Open was the scene for clay-court specialists and surprise champions.

French Open 2013: Highlighting Top Performers in Qualifying Draw Thus Far

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649357-french-open-2013-highlighting-top-performers-in-qualifying-draw-thus-far
Before Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams get their chance to shine in the main draw at the 2013 French Open in Roland Garros this summer, the qualifiers will have their moment in the sun.
As second-round qualifying action comes to a close, a handful of underdogs are just one win [...]

French Open 2013 Draw: Breaking Down Best Possible Matchups in Grand Slam Action

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1649009-french-open-2013-draw-breaking-down-best-possible-matchups-in-grand-slam-action
The draw for the 2013 French Open won’t be announced until Friday, May 24, but there are a few compelling potential matchups that would titillate the masses at Roland Garros. 

The two-week Grand Slam event is one of the most prestigious tournaments of the year. Maria Sharapova and Rafael Nadal took the [...]

Rafael Nadal’s Biggest Challengers at 2013 French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1648639-rafael-nadals-biggest-challengers-at-2013-french-open
With top-10 men’s tennis stars like Andy Murray and Juan Martin del Potro set to sit out the 2013 French Open, the path to an eighth career Grand Slam title at Roland Garros is opening up for reigning champion Rafael Nadal.
Boasting a ridiculous 52-1 overall singles record on the [...]

French Open 2013: Players That Will Exit Early at Roland Garros

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1648044-french-open-2013-players-that-will-exit-early-at-roland-garros
The 2013 French Open won’t begin until Sunday, but already there are a handful of notable names on upset alert.
While Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams enter the season’s second Grand Slam tournament looking invincible, others like 2010 Wimbledon finalist Tomas Berdych have looked vulnerable on the red stuff.
Below we’ll [...]

Roger Federer Poised for Another Tough, Late-Stage Exit at French Open

From Bleacher Report – Tennis http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1648727-roger-federer-poised-for-another-tough-late-stage-exit-at-french-open
While Roger Federer has begun to look more and more human in recent years, few have ever questioned his ability to reach the late stages of a Grand Slam.
After all, Fed has reached the quarterfinals of every Slam tournament dating back to the Wimbledon Championships in 2004, including 22 [...]

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