When it comes to me previewing a tournament I always say the same about Simona Halep, see how the first couple of rounds go. This is not a criticism but a mark of respect for Halep’s game. I like that Halep feels her way into a tournament and a challenge early on is usually good... Continue Reading →
The Greatest Female Wimbledon Champion?
Since 1884 Wimbledon has been crowning many champions. The championships weren't held during WWI or WWII and of course there was no Wimbledon in 2020 due to the Coronavirus Pandemic so here's a look at former champions but who is the greatest? Over the years there have been many incredible women who have won Wimbledon.... Continue Reading →
Heather Watson gave Serena Williams a big scare at Wimbledon in 2015 on route to her six title in London!
In 2015 Serena Williams won her sixth Wimbledon title. Number six was almost put on hold in the third round on Centre Court as she ran into an inspired home favourite Heather Watson. Having taken the first set 6-2 any drama looked unlikely but the Brit began to find her range and ramp up the... Continue Reading →
SerAndy/Murrena; Two of tennis’ trailblazers came together for mixed doubles at Wimbledon
Andy Murray has always stood up for women's tennis. Serena Williams said last year as the two paired up at Wimbledon that (female players) "all love Andy Murray" as he always stands up for equal rights in tennis. Serena said this to ESPN: "I don't think there's a woman player - and there really shouldn't... Continue Reading →
Serena in 2010; “There is no way I need to be out here at 38” At now 38 Serena’s schedule looks set for 2020…
Serena Williams famously said in 2010 when asked if she will be playing tennis at 38; "If I am, I want you to personally take me off and escort me off the court. There is no way I need to be out here at 38" Serena recently turned 38 and her schedule for 2020 looks... Continue Reading →
Serena; San Jose 🇺🇸 Toronto 🇨🇦 Cincinnati 🎢 New York 🗽 Need for big wins 🥇 & the fight for Equality 💪🏻
The next big stop will be a trip to New York. New York holds good and not so good memories for Serena Williams but before we end up at Flushing Meadows there is plenty of work to be done so what can we expect over the next few months? Back to San Jose? San Jose... Continue Reading →
Even if No.24 doesn’t happen, Serena is still the greatest!
No. 24 is the target and the target still hasn't been reached but whether she does or not for many she will still be the greatest. Many are saying Serena won't get there but can we just move away for a moment from 'winning' No.24 and remember since giving birth where she could have lost... Continue Reading →
Simona Halep – Wimbledon Champion 🏆
Simona Halep is Wimbledon champion. Following the Romanian's below par exit from Paris not long it led to questions and my god hasn't she answered them with an incredible 6-2 6-2 victory over Serena Williams in just 56 minutes. She set the theme and I said in my preview my head said Simona would win... Continue Reading →
Wimbledon Final; Simona Halep v Serena Williams
By Saturday evening we will either have a first time Wimbledon champion in Simona Halep or an eight time Wimbledon champion in Serena Williams with history on the line. Both players have gone from strength to strength over the fortnight in London and breezed through their respective semi-finals with ease. Now, two will become one... Continue Reading →
Locked In; Serena takes 59 minutes to progress to an 11th Wimbledon Final!
Serena Williams on Saturday will bid for her 8th Wimbledon title and a 24th Grand Slam title. The former world number one has been incredible on her run to the final and has got better and better as the tournament progresses with a semi-final thrashing of Barbora Strycova defeating the 33 year old 6-1 6-2.... Continue Reading →