At Indian Wells and Miami we saw some wonderful tennis from Nick Kyrgios like we did in Melbourne earlier in the year and then Tuesday night it simmered and eventually boiled over. I have supported Nick a lot and defended him at times in the past but we're now past that stage, it needs to... Continue Reading →
Carlos Alcaraz progression continues to amaze, performance in defeat to Rafael Nadal at Indian Wells highlighted the upwards trajectory the teenager is on and not far off the top ten
The first time I watched Carlos Alcaraz was in February 2020 on the clay in Brazil at the ATP 500 event in Rio de Janeiro. Carlos was 16 at the time and received a wildcard where he defeated fellow Spaniard and seventh seed Albert Ramos-Vinolas 7-6 4-6 7-6. Even at this stage of his debut... Continue Reading →
Bublik’s box of tricks too much for Murray as he accelerates past the Brit after a tight opening set
After two hours of tennis Andy Murray will follow Emma Raducanu on her way to Miami following a straight sets defeat Alexander Bublik. The 31st seed is known for tormenting players with his box of tricks which really came to light after a close first set. Murray will be disappointed with the outcome of the... Continue Reading →
Seb Korda has adapted to life on tour in great fashion, defeat to Nadal at Indian Wells will hurt but once again he showed his quality and variety
Seb Korda is one of the most talented upcoming players on the tour. The 21 year old's Dad is Petr Korda a former world number two and Australian Open champion in 1998. The American's game is at its most dangerous from the baseline but continues to prove he is more than a baseline player. Seb... Continue Reading →
Harriet, Andy & Emma all open with wins at Indian Wells
Harriet Dart seals her biggest career win! Harriet Dart had a wonderful Friday night in the Californian Desert down at Indian Wells, the Brit will now become the British number two following a comeback win over Elina Svitolina. https://twitter.com/Some1NamedRyan/status/1502470302135042050 700 and not out, Andy Murray is forced to dig deep against Taro Daniel Andy Murray... Continue Reading →
After 7 defeats on the bounce Cam Norrie’s good form comes at a welcome time ahead of his Indian Wells title defence
Cam Norrie continues to reach new heights on the ATP Tour, a runner-up in Acapulco and title winner at Delray Beach have propelled the Brit up to a career high of World No.12 and will now face the challenge of defending a major title. A month or so ago the form of the Brit was... Continue Reading →
The Sunshine Double, who will be next to conquer both Indian Wells and Miami?
The Sunshine Double is one of tennis' toughest achievements, the month of March brings to the tour a trip to Californian Desert, Indian Wells and Miami, Florida. Only ten players on the WTA and ATP Tour have won both events in the same calendar year since 1991 when Jim Courier was the first to do... Continue Reading →
Indian Wells champion and new British number one Cam Norrie has put himself “in the conversation” for Turin but time is ticking…
British Tennis has another new number one and this is Cameron Norrie. The 26 year old has had an incredible season and has won one of the biggest tournaments on the calendar, Indian Wells and did it from a set and a break down! Winning the title meant he became the first British player in... Continue Reading →
A third round exit in California but recent performances show progress as Andy Murray continues his comeback, outlines his plans for the rest of 2021 ahead of returning to Australia next year
Andy Murray should be leaving California with his head held high after another good week of progression shown in his quest to compete with the best in tennis. The Brit has been playing pretty regular since Wimbledon during this American hard court season as well as a brief visit to France and despite a search... Continue Reading →
5-7 6-3 6-2, Andy Murray recovers from first set slip-up to move into round three at Indian Wells
It's been quite the week for Andy Murray in Indian Wells with his opening win, shoe and wedding ring drama and now a big comeback win over the 30th seed Carlos Alcaraz down at Indian Wells. The Brit will be back in action on Tuesday as he takes on the third seed Alex Zverev for... Continue Reading →