Risen resolve Nadal in the Year Ahead

The Spaniard, Rafael Nadal, not earned any of the Grand Slam tennis tournament of the year. But, he was not depleted and optimistic rise again in the next year.Arguably in 2015 became the worst year Nadal in the last 11 years. New in this year he did not win the title of Grand Slam.Most good pace which made 29-year-old tennis player can only get in the quarterfinals, at the Australian and French Open. In the next two Grand Slam, Wimbledon and the US, Nadal stopped in the second round and third.Whereas in the last 10 years, Nadal always able to close the year by winning one or more grand slam champion. Even in 2010, he won three Grand Slam titles, the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open.Throughout 2014, Nadal was bullied back injury. Repeatedly he gave to his injury."It's a tough year for me because I played with skepticism in many months, especially at the beginning of the year," said Nadal was quoted as saying by Sky Sport."Now I feel much better. It's not 100 percent but is much better. I've been getting close to 100 per cent. I also enjoyed there over the tennis court, exercise, and competition."At five, six, and the first seven months of this year, I felt very tired. Every time I perform in the championship, each of my practice, something like pushing me, nervous, worried, it could be because of injury last year ... I suffered for several months this year."But, the last few months I've started to enjoy. I am sure I am ready for the competition next year. I do not know if I can win a grand slam title again. I do not know if I can do it, but I believe I can."If it happens - I still was convinced it could happen as soon as possible because I felt it was getting better - I would know where the level playing my tennis," he explained. 

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Champion in Paris, Pavlyuchenkova Grab 6th Degree

PARIS - Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova continued sensation in Paris WTA event by appearing as a champion . The Russians won the title after overthrowing seed , Sara Errani .

Diving final duel in Paris , Sunday, February 2 local time , Pavlyuchenkova had to deal with the third seeded Errani . He was actually the underdog because only world ranked 26th , while his opponent , Errani ranks seventh in the world rankings issued by the WTA .

In the first set , the above prediction was proved . Errani 1-3 success menmetik remaining seven points in a row to claim the first set . The Italian is even 2-0 in the second set .

However , entering the third game , Pavlyuchenkova showed a solid performance as the display when faced fellow countryman , Mario Sharapova had better ratings than Errani ( ranked fifth ) .

Revenge in the first set is completed, after the successful Pavlyuchenkova won seven straight points to win the second set and lead 1-0 in the third set , or sets of determination .

Apiknya performance has been sustained and lead 5-3 , before finally being released Pavlyuchenkova forehand fails returned Errani . Pavlychenkova diving resounding comeback with a 3-6 , 6-2 , and 6-3 .

Paris WTA title became prime Pavlyuchenkova trophy in 2014 . In general , it is the sixth title of his career or the first since the last time the title at the Portugal Open in May 2013 .

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Finally Wawrinka Regardless of the Shadow Federer

Melbourna - People had probably just " know " as the top seed Roger Federer of Switzerland . Stanislas Wawrinka show the world that he is also a topnotch Swiss .
 

Here's a bit of the 28-year career man who had just become the tournament champion Austra Open 2014 - quoted from Reuters :
*Birth : Lausanne , Switzerland , March 28, 1985Rating : 3 (as of January 27, 2014 )Career titles : 6User name : " Stanimal "Coach : Magnus Norman
- Began playing tennis at age 8 and spent his entire career in the shadows of compatriot Roger Federer .
- Leaving school at the age of 15 to engage fully in the world of tennis . In youth level he won the French Open junior title in 2003 and two Challenger titles in San Bendetto levels and Geneva . Log Swiss Davis Cup squad at the age of 18 , and started dealing with Federer .
- Achieved his first ATP Tour title in 2006 in Umag , Croatia . His opponent in the final when it is Novak Djokovic , who withdrew because of breathing difficulties in the first set .

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About Superstitions Cibulkova

Melbourne - People should not be believed against superstition . However , for Dominika Cibulkova , who obviously superstitious enough to bring good luck to reach the final of the Australian Open in 2014.
It was the first grand slam final to Cibulkova , who became the first Slovak tennis player in history to successfully reach a grand slam final .
However, Cibulkova was forced to admit toughness Li Na . 24-year -old gave up two straight sets with a score of 6 ( 3 ) -7 and 6-0 in a match that was held at Rod Laver Arena , Coir ( 25/01/2014 ) .
Apparently , during the two-week tournament live , Cibulkova did not communicate with his parents . It was believed to bring success and the fact is the case .
" I do not talk to my mother for two weeks and also my father because we believe in superstition , " said Cibulkova in the tournament 's official website .
" I won my first match and I did not contact them . Course I'm just sending an SMS . "
" We send each other SMS throughout the two weeks . Currently when I 'm cycling , my mother called me . I felt like ' Oh , mother .' Mom I finally heard after two weeks . 's Fun
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Federer vs Nadal Bikin Rod Laver Arena Tambah 'Panas

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Melbourne - After two years , Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer back in the series against the Grand Slam . Classic duel between the two is presented in Australian Open semifinal heats will increasingly Rod Laver Arena .
Federer get tickets to the last four of the Australian Open in 2014 after performing brilliantly when Andy Murray beat . The Swiss 32-year -old frustrate Murray 6-3 , 6-4 , 6-7 and 6-3 .
Waiting for FedEx in the semifinals was the top seed , Rafael Nadal , who earlier in the day had created difficulties when Grigor Dimitrov rid of the 3-6 , 7-6 , 7-6 and 6-2 .
Nadal duel with Federer certainly become the hottest game on Rod Laver Arena on Friday ( 24/01/2014 ) tomorrow . In addition to the two entrenched rivalry for several years , the meeting was both a semi-final replay 2012 edition .
Nadal is more favored to win the match . Not only because he was placed as the top seed , but also related to the record head to head where the Spaniard is now well ahead 22-10 . In fact , in the last six meetings in all tournaments Nadal won five victories .
" It's obviously going to be a tough game to deal with . I am pleased to have the opportunity to play again with him in a Grand Slam . I do not remember the last time I was dealing with at this level . Usually he is more favored , " Ferderer said after the game .
Although the position is not favored , Federer considered to have great potential to make a surprise . The success he stepped into the semi-finals of the Australian Open was proof that he was on the path to bounce back . Improved performance and maturity of the above strategy is believed to be much affected by the court decision to appoint Stefan Edberg as a coach .
On the other hand Nadal is also in trouble with the palm of his hand . The injury is not too severe , but enough to bother him admitted Nadal .
" I hope you enjoy it , I was suffering . Remainder more or less no problem , but when I felt her racket off the service , " chirps Nadal as reported by Sky Sports .

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Losing Murray to Head Portrait

Melbourne - Andy Murray returned must recognize the benefits of Novak Djokovic. However, Murray lost your head high because it has been shown fierce resistance.

Game replicates the Australian Open final 2011 edition of Murray cons Djokovic in the semifinals this year. However, again the Scot defeated and this time gave up in five sets 3-6 6-3 7-6 (4) 1-6 5-7, Friday (27 / 1) evening hrs.

This is the fourth year in a row in a major event, Murray knocked out of the last four. However, the 24-year-old tennis player chose to take the positives from this defeat.

"This game tonight is important for many reasons," Murray said as quoted by Sky Sports. "Obviously, I want to win that first and foremost."

"But also after last year's, years owned Novak, I think there's a good line between being number one in the world and to three or four. I think that distance, I feel tonight I approached him," continued the world's fourth-ranked tennis player.

This defeat Murray's ambitions at a time delay in reaching his first grand slam title after three times in the final. However, he promised to work harder to achieve.

"My job in the next two or three months are passed he (Djokovic) and the players in front of me. So I have to work hard and hopefully I can do it," said Murray.


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WTA among the Moo & the Complaining

Melbourne - moose on the number of women's tennis party continued to get complaints. WTA realized right with it and is trying to overcome even though not meant to silence forced the pelenguh.
Some women tennis players at all familiar with it moos-moos. For example, Victoria Azarenka, who has just "moo" to the Australian Open semifinals after beating Agnieszka Radwanska.
In the game, a number of spectators in the stadium trying to imitate lengukan Azarenka only for a joke, while Channel 7 that the game publishers station recorded a 91.4 decibel sound meter groans through what they call a "Whoo! Meter".
Lowing in the tennis world is not new and has been a problem since the era of Monica Seles in the 1990s ago. The problem, several players blamed lowing intentionally to disrupt the opponent.
While players are trumpeted insisted that the habit is not without reason, but needed to get extra energy when they wanted to hit the ball.
Women's Tennis Association (WTA) can not remain silent response to this problem. Aware that the groans already reaping the complaint, the WTA also is exploring ways to deal with despite not want to ban altogether pelenguh-pelenguh field.
"We are aware some fans regarded it as a distraction. We are in the process of exploring how to reduce moose that are too harsh, especially for the young players who are just starting, without widely affecting the tennis game under the current training menu, regulations and procedures," WTA said as quoted Yahoosports.
"We realized we must consider the concerns of some fans and see our rules carefully and educational policy," continued the statement.
In the current regulations, Umpire can penalize a player who assessed conduct disorder on purpose, but this rule is rarely used if associated with groans.
"Of course everyone can make noises. This is tennis. But I think it was too hard. I think it is not necessary, need to shout very loudly. So if they (WTA) wanted to act, why not?" Radwanska said Azarenka opponent after the game.
In addition to Azarenka, seeded three Australian Open, tennis's top lenguhannya Another famous is Maria Sharapova, who is seeded fourth. Lowing the beautiful former tennis queen of the world is even more disturbing is called ketimban Azarenka.
"As for Mary, I mean, what can I say? It certainly was quite annoying and too loud," complained Radwanska.



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Clijsters Revenge & Overcome Bad Memories

Melbourne - Kim Clijsters advanced to the fourth round of Australian Open after defeating Daniela Hantuchova. For Clijsters, there are two special meanings in the victory.

At the beginning of this month, Clijsters suffered disappointment after removed Hantuchova in the semifinals Brisbane International. It was Clijsters was forced to resign, despite being superior to one set, because of hip injury.

So a 6-3, 6-2 win over Hantuchova in the third round of Australian Open party, Friday (01/20/2012) afternoon local time, also be a sweet revenge for the defending champions.

"Today I've won, it's important," said Clijsters in DeMorgan.be.

"In Brisbane we had a fierce duel. Today I'm doing what I should do, especially in matters of tactics. But every game is different, you should always focus. I try to win every point. It's not easy, but I won," she exclaimed.

Victory in a match held at Hisense Arena was also dispelled the bad memories will Clijsters field.

Clijsters was the last time there was two years ago when it was seized by Nadia Petrova in straight sets, 0-6, 1-6.

"Perhaps the defeat it adds a little motivation to perform well today. I wanted to avoid similar things happening," he said.

With Clijsters is now planted on the fourth round, there is the possibility of the Australian Open final last year will be repeated if Li Na can overcome Anabel Medina Garrigues.

In other third-party round, Jelena Jankovic managed to beat Christina McHale 6-2, 6-0. In the fourth round, Jankovic will face Caroline Wozniacki.


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Nadal Still Expected in Spain Davis Cup

Los Angeles - Rafel Nadal has said it plans to withdraw from the Spanish Davis Cup team. Still very much needed energy, the world number two was expected to be willing to appear. 
After Spain won the Davis Cup ushered in 2011 by defeating Argentina a few weeks ago, Nadal gave an indication that he would step down in 2012. Similar statements came out of the second best Spanish player David Ferrer. 
If both players were properly backed up, the power of Spain in Davis Cup obviously a big decline. Hence the Spanish Davis Cup team captain new, Alex Corretja, hoping Nadal would still defend his country next year. 
"My job as captain is to speak at all and also on the coaches. No one player is talking to me and said they would not play," said Corretja in USAToday. 
"If a player needs time to rest, I can respect that, trying to keep providing the best for the team in every series," he continued. 
Corretja plans to hold talks with Nadal and Ferrer related future in the Spanish Davis Cup team when they perform at the Australian Open beginning of 2012. 
For the record, Nadal and Ferrer are the backbone of the Spanish Davis Cup team. Together they had three times Spanish champion in the last four years.

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Djokovic Will More Aggressive in 2012

Abu Dhabi - Referrals from coach Marian Vajda at the end of last year proved to Novak Djokovic of sweet fruit. Now the coach had a "duty" that must be acted other's protege.
A year ago Vajda ask Djokovic serve and forehand to fix it. The request was fulfilled and Djokovic raced to sit in one of the world tennis rankings son, as he won three of the four grand slam titles - minus the French Open.
For next season, Vajda has been identified in other sectors can make the game more polished Djokovic: on the net.
"This season I want to push it even more aggressive and ran to the net to volley," said Vajda at The National.
"Tennis is currently not slow, but there are many rali; it is not easy to fit into the net. But if you can be more aggressive in the early struggle for points, it can be very helpful," he continued.
Vajda, Djokovic who coached since 2006 when the 19-year-old tennis player and world-ranked 87, affirms that the current achievements are the fruit of hard work. Djokovic calls drinya really had doubts, but it did not shed his motivation.
"Novak committed to being number 1. In the past, present, and in the future. He has worked hard for it, and even when there is a period where he did not believe in their own abilities, he still knows what she wants."
"He lost a disappointing from (Jurgen) Melzer in the quarterfinals of Roland Garros in 2010, losing in straight sets in the semifinals of Wimbledon (Tomas) Berdych, and he realized he had to clean up or wishes he could forget about being No. 1," said Vajda.
Djokovic is currently preparing to follow the event Mubadala World Tennis Championship exhibition which started rolling on 29 December.
Serbian tennis player it would prove that he was fit again, after it was interrupted when shoulder problems appear in the Davis Cup.
"It's a great tournament before the new season. I think this could really help him because this is the party best practice, without too much stress. This is incredible," Vajda value.
Djokovic will face Gael Monfils in the quarterfinals. The winner of this party will meet Roger Federer, who get a bye, in the semi-final party. The event is also involved Rafael Nadal, David Ferrer, and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga



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Nadal Ready to Fix Shortcomings

Madrid - Rafael Nadal showed less than optimal performance in this year. To get better results in next season's world tennis rankings two ready to repair the deficiency.
This season, Nadal is only obtained one of three Grand Slam titles that successfully achieved last season. Nadal's title was won in the tournament "favorite", the French Open.
At least Nadal earned championship titles can not be separated from the Performance trim Novak Djokovic. On two occasions, the Serb frustrate Nadal in the Wimbledon and U.S. Open finals at the same time ordain themselves as world number one.
While other major tournaments in the series, Nadal again hampered by Djokovic. Recorded four times dipencundangi Serb had and everything that happens in the final at Indian Wells, Miami Masters, Rome Masters and Madrid Masters.
Failure is recognized as playing Nadal easily guessed. Next year, Nadal says ready to correct shortcomings.
"My mind is pretty good until the middle of the year, is not perfect is because I need a few matches against Djokovic, but that's okay," said Nadal told El Pais quoted by AFP.
"I have to start working again, fight again .. but obviously I lack a little tenisku level. When you have it, your mind responds better. I need to my game a bit unreadable. (Games) I've read enough this season. It must be I resolve for 2012. "
Nadal assess overall pretty good 2011 season. But he deplored the failure to close the year at the tournament, the ATP World Tour Finals where he was eliminated after the surrender of Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.
"It's not a disaster but I did not win by too nervous," I Nadal. "I said to myself: 'If I do a little harder I'll come back to win it all again'. That's his motivation."
"I have to go back to regain altitude jelajahku, which should be higher. From Indian Wells to Wimbledon and the Olympics is a tournament where I should go back to get my best level," concluded this left-hander.


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ATP World Tour Finals Bow Nadal, Federer into semi

London - Roger Federer managed to hold a semi-final ticket ATP World Tour Finals. In the second match, former world number one is easy win over Rafael Nadal.

The match at the O2 Arena on Wednesday (11/23/2011) pm dawn, walking one-sided. Unlike the previous duel-duel between Federer and Nadal are always tight, in a duel this time Nadal can not give much resistance.

 

From the score 3-2 in the first set, Federer kept streaking and unstoppable. As a result, the Swiss won 6-3 and 6-0 in exactly an hour.

With this victory, Federer is definitely qualified for the last four, while Nadal is still struggling at the last party against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.

"It's certainly one (victory) is good, obviously. I have some other great victories in life, but this is worthy of high respect because I am facing my biggest rival," I'm Federer in the AFP.

"This is the ATP World Tour Finals, where it is really important. Can get away with so convincing is a surprise for me," said collectors of 16 Grand Slam titles this.

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Shutter Sharapova Roland Garros & Wimbledon

Taiwan - Maria Sharapova had two main targets next season. Former world tennis queen is determined to win the Wimbledon and French Open in order to finish fast in Grand Slam titles.

Since 2008, no more Grand Slam titles that can be achieved Sharapova. The beautiful tennis player from Russia clearly has the "itch" to reach it again.

"I will win Wimbledon again. It would have as a goal," said Sharapova in Scoresway.

In addition to winning Wimbledon, which is also the last event that he won before now undergoing "lean times Grand Slam", Sharapova also got a target on the other big stage.

"The French Open is the one that I've never won, but I feel performed better in each year at the French Open. So, you know, I have many goals and that's what spurred me to get out of bed again," straightforward tennis princess now rank the two worlds.



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Murray & Nadal Final Ticket scramble

Party party menghelat exciting semi-final will between the two top players, after Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal successfully frustrate his opponent respectively.

Murray kicked the first semi-final after the quarterfinal match at Flushing Meadow on Saturday (09/10/2011) pm dawn, finish the fight vice host, John Isner, through the fight four sets, 7-5, 6-4, 3-6 and 7-6 (tie break 7-2).

The battle which lasted three hours 24 minutes was considered Murray to make it frustrating. Admittedly Isner is a formidable opponent even though this is the party of the first Grand Slam quarterfinal Isner.

"Fighting makes me very frustrated. You feel you've been playing well but is hard to beat. He has an incredible serve," Murray said as reported by Reuters.

In the semis Murray will meet a formidable opponent who is also the holder of the title last year, Nadal, who without difficulty through obstacles host of other tennis players, Andy Roddick.

In a match that lasted 1 hour 53 minutes, Nadal won in straight sets, 6-2, 6-1 and 6-3.

In addition to counter-parties Murray Nadal, the last four U.S. Open this year will also memanggungkan match between top seed Novak Djokovic with a five-time champion Roger Federer. Semifinals will be held on Saturday (10 / 9) local time.



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What Do When Clear Playing tennis player?

In a tennis match that was held in the open field, the rain is always an obstacle for the player. They must be within the uncertainty of the schedule to compete even for hours. This is what happened on the ninth day of the Grand Slam U.S. Open which was originally done throughout Tuesday (06/09/2011).
The rain which flushed New York made Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal, David Ferrer, Andy Roddick, and junior players playing off for the day. The committee then moved the game that most of them are men's singles fourth round to Wednesday.
With this condition, be a crowd which usually take place on the pitch the match turned into a place to change clothes, lounge and dining area players. There is hardly an empty seat on Tuesday.
Junior players choose to play foosball in the lounge, while the other player to watch movies through DVD portable, take a walk while listening to music through your iPod, read magazines, play cards, or just chat with fellow team members or players. Some are choosing to practice in the indoor court, as did the women's doubles player Lisa Raymond and Liezel Huber.
"The good, I've experienced this several times," Raymond said as quoted by the official tournament website www.usopen.org. "I'm grateful that the technology is helping us pass the time. Previously, when things like this happen, we just talk among the players, ha-ha-ha, "said Huber.
Television commentator and former player Pam Shriver, said the rain becomes a challenge for players, both physically and mentally. They should try to relax, but on the other side must be ready at any time if the game started.
This condition is most difficult, especially for tennis players who should play first. "This is a combination not to spend too much energy and also not too relaxed can make the players are not prepared if you suddenly have to play. To that end, players must stay focused. Do not let the emotions they are damaged, "said Shriver.
So, who says the rain which delayed the game allowing the player to fully relax? The rain it difficult for them because they have to stay focused even in conditions not play.



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Djokovic has not Prevent at the U.S. Open

he world number one from Serbia, Novak Djokovic made ​​it to the fourth round of championship tennis, U.S. Open at Flushing Meadows, New York.

Djokovic in the match last night local time without any difficulty getting rid Nikolay Davydenko 6-3 6-4 and 6-2.

In a match in the fourth round he'll be challenged by a seeded into 22 Ukraine, Alexandr Dolgopolov.

Dolgopolov previously had received fierce opposition daari Ivo Karlovic before finally recorded a victory with a 6-7 (4-7) 6-2 6-4 6-4.

Victory is also obtained by the seeded third in this tournament, Roger Federer.

The Swiss moved up to the fourth round after the Croatian tennis player mengkandaskan resistance, Marin Cilic.

Federer in a match that had lost a set before finally winning by 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 and 6-2.

Tennis host
So far the host Americans also still leaves his representative in the fourth round of their player will triumph over Mardy Fish.

In the third round match Mardy Fish rid of Kevin Anderson 7-6 (7-4) 7-6 and (7-3).

Escaped from hadangan Anderson, Fish will be faced with an opponent who is not easy to pass, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.

Eleventh-seeded Frenchman defeated Spaniard, Fernando Vardasco with a 6-3 7-5 and 6-4.

Some players admitted the match in the third round into a kind of real test for their appearance in this tournament.

"This is a real test for me in this tournament and the game was going as expected," said Novak Djokovic.

"I'm wary of the quality of play-Davydenko is a great player. He has played for years. He knows how to play in this field and he also knows how your playing in the main game as it is now."



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U.S. Open Nadal vs. Murray into Third Round

New York - Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray are both qualified for the third round of U.S. Open Grand Slam. The difference, Nadal was just playing two sets for his opponent backwards, while Murray had to fight five sets.

In the second round match on Saturday (09/03/2011) pm dawn, Nadal faces Nicolas Mahut (France). In the two earlier sets, Nadal won 6-2 and 6-2.

Mahut resistance turns out to two sets only. He could not play in the third set because of muscle injury.

David Nalbandian (Argentina) will be Nadal's next opponent. Nalbandian escapes after beating Ivan Ljubicic (Croatia) with a score of 6-4, 1-6, 6-3, and 6-2.

Murray almost lost when the face Robin Haase (Netherlands). This gave the fourth seed in the opening two sets with a score of 6-7 and 2-6.

But Murray got up on the next three sets. He beat Haase with a score of 6-2, 6-0, 6-4.

In the third round, Murray will be challenged to the 25th seed Feliciano Lopez (Spain). Lopez escaped after beating Vasek Pospisil (Canada) 5-7, 6-4, 7-6, and 7-6.

Other players who also qualified for the third round, among others, Juan Martin del Potro, Julien Benneteau, Juan Ignacio Chela, Gilles Muller, Igor Kunitsyn, Gilles Simon, Donald Young, John Isner, and David Ferrer.


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Four Times Winner Wozniacki in New Haven

Caroline Wozniacki cover bad episode in the American continent by winning the New Haven tournament. This is the fourth consecutive title Wozniacki in the tournament.

In the final match held at the hardcourt Cullman-Heyman Tennis Center, New Haven, Connecticut on Sunday (28/08/2011) pm dawn, Wozniacki defeated Petra Cetkovska 6-4, 6-1.
This is the fourth consecutive title Wozniacki in New Haven because since 2008 the Danish national players always appear as the champion.

Title in New Haven is also closing a bad episode Wozniacki in North America where the world number one fell in the second round in two major tournaments: Rogers Cup and Cincinnati Masters.

Victory in New Haven is the fifth title this year Wozniacki and become a good warm up before plunging in the U.S. Open Grand Slam next week.

Lisicki and Isner Berjaya
Meanwhile, the Texas Tennis Open tournament, German tennis player Sabine Lisicki come out as winners after beating France, Aravane Rezai, 6-2, 6-1.

From Winston Salem Open tournament, the son of American tennis player, John Isner, who beat France's crawl qualifier Julien Benneteau, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, to appear as champions.


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Lisicki to Semifinal Texas

Beautiful German tennis player Sabine Lisicki, qualifying for the Texas Open semifinals by defeating Kateryna Bondarenko.

Lisicki which is the fifth seed in the tournament quarterfinals defeated Bondarenko 6-1, 6-2. 23 world ranked tennis player will face eighth-seeded Irina-Camelia Begu.
Begu, 48 world ranked tennis player, advanced to the semifinals by eliminating Anastasija Sevastova 6-3, 6-4.

Other semi-final will bring together French tennis player, Aravane Rezai, and other German tennis player, Angelique Kerber. Rezai rid of the British Elena Baltacha 6-2, 6-2, while Kreber get rid of the Swede, Johanna Larsson, 6-0, 6-1.



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Can not Keep Clijsters U.S. Open title

Defending champion Kim Clijsters withdrew from the Grand Slam of the year, the U.S. Open. The Belgian made ​​the surprising decision on Friday (08.19.11), because of an abdominal muscle injury.

"Unfortunately, I will not be able to defend his U.S. Open champion this year because of stomach muscle injury," said the former world number one, who also won in 2009.

"Two weeks for a period of rehabilitation is not enough to heal this injury. Of course I was very disappointed. I've been training very hard this summer and have felt very ready to play at the U.S. Open."

U.S. Open, which became the cover grand slam in a season, was scheduled to take place in late August. With the present condition, it is definitely Clijsters could not play the maximum, and might interfere with its performance until the end of the year.

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