AllInOneNews: Wimbledon

BBC extends deal to broadcast Wimbledon until at least 2017

Thu Oct 27 05:04:38 CDT 2011

[BBC News] Wimbledon will continue to be broadcast on the BBC until at least 2017.

Wimbledon champ Kvitova injured, withdraws

Fri Feb 10 11:59:33 CST 2012

[ESPN] Wimbledon Open champion Petra Kvitova has pulled out of the Qatar Ladies Open because of an unspecified injury.

BBC signs 3-year extension on Wimbledon deal

Wed Oct 26 18:44:29 CDT 2011

[ESPN] Wimbledon will be shown on the BBC in Britain through 2017 after the All England Club signed a three-year extension to its deal with the broadcaster.

Wimbledon CEO Ritchie Leaves to Head English Rugby

Wed Dec 14 10:55:29 CST 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon chief executive Ian Ritchie is leaving the All England Club to take the same role at England's Rugby Football Union.

Kvitova adds WTA Championship to Wimbledon title

Sun Oct 30 16:01:48 CDT 2011

[CNN.com International] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova out-fought Victoria Azarenka in three tough sets to win the season-ending WTA Tour Championships in Istanbul.

Wimbledon champ Kvitova into Aussie quarterfinals

Sun Jan 22 20:41:04 CST 2012

[ESPN] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova recovered from an embarrassing miss and a two-game lapse to beat Ana Ivanovic 6-2, 7-6 (2) on Monday for a spot in the Australian Open quarterfinals.

Wimbledon Champ Kvitova Into Aussie Quarterfinals

Sun Jan 22 20:18:05 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova recovered from an embarrassing miss and a two-game lapse to beat Ana Ivanovic 6-2, 7-6 (2) on Monday for a spot in the Australian Open quarterfinals.

RFU Lures New CEO Ritchie From Wimbledon Tennis

Wed Dec 14 10:55:24 CST 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Ian Ritchie will become the new CEO of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) after being lured away from a similar role at Wimbledon's All England Tennis Club, the organisations said on Wednesday.

Novak Djokovic Gives Wimbledon Trophy To His First Coach [Video]

Tue Nov 29 00:00:00 CST 2011

[Tennis-X.com]

Top 100 memories of 2011 (21-30)

Wed Dec 21 07:25:15 CST 2011

[ESPN] What were the odds that John Isner and Nicolas Mahut could meet in a rematch of their record-breaking Wimbledon marathon? Not good, but it happened anyway.

In Tennis, You Don't Get Better With Age

Mon Jan 16 20:26:33 CST 2012

[WSJ.com, The Wall Street Journal] At this year's Australian Open, Serena Williams will try to become the first 30-year-old woman to win a Grand Slam title since 1990, when Martina Navratilova, then 33, won her last Wimbledon.

Kvitova to face Sharapova in Melbourne

Wed Jan 25 06:30:26 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No. 2 Petra Kvitova and former No. 1 Maria Sharapova are set for a rematch of the 2011 Wimbledon final after both reached the last four of the Australian Open on Wednesday.

Sharapova targets Kvitova scalp

Wed Jan 25 07:29:00 CST 2012

[BBC News] Maria Sharapova believes Petra Kvitova is the "one to beat" as she prepares to face the Wimbledon champion in their Australian Open semi-final on Thursday.

Straight Sets: Tom Brown, a Star for Four Decades, Dies at 89

Wed Nov 02 13:15:11 CDT 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Tom Brown was unseeded but made it to the semifinals at Wimbledon in 1946, and later dominated senior amateur play.

Kvitova named WTA player of 2011

Mon Nov 14 15:20:14 CST 2011

[BBC News] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova picks up four WTA awards including the player of the year prize.

What makes Tomic special: Cash

Tue Jan 17 13:02:00 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] Former Wimbledon champion and Fox Sports commentator Pat Cash takes a closer look at the unique talent that is Bernard Tomic.

Straight Sets: Tom Brown, a Star for Five Decades, Dies at 89

Wed Nov 02 16:05:38 CDT 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Tom Brown was unseeded but made it to the semifinals at Wimbledon in 1946, and later dominated senior amateur play.

Tennis: Kvitova faces Russian rematch

Wed Jan 25 06:30:26 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No. 2 Petra Kvitova and former No. 1 Maria Sharapova are set for a rematch of the 2011 Wimbledon final after both reach the last four of the Australian Open on Wednesday.

Kvitova and Sharapova go through

Tue Jan 24 22:04:22 CST 2012

[BBC News] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova sees off the spirited challenge of Italy's Sara Errani and will face Maria Sharapova in the semi-finals of the Australian Open.

Kvitova Wins WTA Player of Year Honors for 2011

Mon Nov 14 13:13:11 CST 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova has been honored as the WTA's player of the year for 2011.

Inter keen to re-sign Balotelli

Mon Nov 14 09:55:53 CST 2011

[BBC News] Inter Milan's president and coach both express interest in bringing Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli back to the San Siro.

Kvitova WTA player of year after meteoric rise

Mon Nov 14 14:03:55 CST 2011

[ESPN] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova has been honored as the WTA's player of the year for 2011.

Serena Williams Rolls in Aussie Comeback

Tue Jan 17 15:56:17 CST 2012

[The New York Times] After surrendering her opening service game with a double-fault, Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won 12 consecutive games in a 6-2, 6-0 win Tuesday over Russia's Vera Dushevina.

Kvitova and Azarenka in WTA Final

Sat Oct 29 23:30:15 CDT 2011

[The New York Times] The Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova will meet Victoria Azarenka in the final of the WTA Championships in Istanbul.

Tennis: Officials turning down the volume

Wed Oct 26 12:30:00 CDT 2011

[New Zealand Herald] Wimbledon has asked the professional game to do something about it, Michael Stich once called it "disgusting, ugly, unsexy", while world No 1 Caroline Wozniacki says it can adversely affect an opponent and that some players do it...

Kvitova and Sharapova through to semi-finals

Tue Jan 24 22:07:15 CST 2012

[BBC News] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova sees off the spirited challenge of Italy's Sara Errani and will face Maria Sharapova in the semi-finals of the Australian Open.

Petra Kvitova reaches Aussie quarterfinals

Sun Jan 22 19:56:26 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova recovered from an embarrassing whif and a two-game lapse to beat Ana Ivanovic 6-2, 7-6 (7-2).

Kvitova joins elite with WTA win

Sun Oct 30 14:26:10 CDT 2011

[NEWS.com.au] Petra Kvitova proves her Wimbledon win was no fluke, taking out the WTA Championships in Turkey by beating Victoria Azarenka.

Report: Krajicek ends bid to be ATP's next CEO

Wed Dec 14 08:58:38 CST 2011

[ESPN] Former Wimbledon champion Richard Krajicek has reportedly pulled out of the race to become the next chief executive of the ATP.

Report: Krajicek Ends Bid to Be Next CEO of ATP

Wed Dec 14 08:22:34 CST 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Former Wimbledon champion Richard Krajicek has reportedly pulled out of the race to become the next chief executive of the ATP.

Sharapova reaches Aussie Open semifinals

Tue Jan 24 22:45:24 CST 2012

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Former and reigning Wimbledon winners Maria Sharapova and Petra Kvitova will meet in the Australian Open semifinals after both won in straight sets on Wednesday.

Sharapova, Kvitova reach Australian Open semifinals

Tue Jan 24 22:14:06 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova remained on track for her second Grand Slam title when she beat unseeded Sara Errani of Italy 6-4, 6-4.

Kvitova Makes a Hash of Smash in Melbourne

Mon Jan 23 00:42:08 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova stood head bowed, red faced, praying for the ground to open up and swallow her. There's nowhere to hide when you hit the worst shot of a tennis grand slam.

Makarova bounces Serena from Aussie Open

Sun Jan 22 23:18:03 CST 2012

[ESPN] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova recovered from an embarrassing miss and a two-game lapse to beat Ana Ivanovic 6-2, 7-6 (2) on Monday for a spot in the Australian Open quarterfinals.

Leinster v Montpellier (Sat)

Fri Jan 20 06:53:05 CST 2012

[BBC News] Luke Fitzgerald will miss Leinster's Heineken Cup clash against Montpellier on Saturday because of a neck injury.

Kvitova Advances to 2nd Round at Australian Open

Mon Jan 16 20:12:52 CST 2012

[The New York Times] After surrendering her opening service game with a double-fault, Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won 12 consecutive games in a 6-2, 6-0 win Tuesday over Russia's Vera Dushevina.

Kvitova blows chance at No.1 ranking

Thu Jan 12 03:12:00 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] Chinese superstar Li Na spoils Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova's bid to claim world No.1 ranking at Sydney International.

Comeback kings (and paupers)

Sat Nov 12 11:30:00 CST 2011

[New Zealand Herald] 1 Bjorn Borg The Swede dominated tennis in the 1970s and early '80s, winning 11 grand slams in eight years. As a clay court specialist, he astounded experts by triumphing at Wimbledon on five consecutive occasions, a fea

Ritchie named RFU chief executive

Wed Dec 14 11:30:41 CST 2011

[BBC News] The Rugby Football Union names Wimbledon tennis boss Ian Ritchie as chief executive as it looks to recover from a disappointing World Cup.

Rivals reunited: Kvitova faces Sharapova rematch in Melbourne semifinals

Wed Jan 25 06:30:26 CST 2012

Sharapova, Kvitova Set Up Aussie Open Semifinal

Tue Jan 24 22:37:24 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Former and reigning Wimbledon winners Maria Sharapova and Petra Kvitova will meet in the Australian Open semifinals after both won in straight sets on Wednesday.

Kvitova Lets Her Racket Do the Talking

Sun Oct 30 16:30:40 CDT 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Petra Kvitova let her racket do the talking when the fast-rising Czech backed up her shock Wimbledon crown by winning the WTA Championships at the first time of asking on Sunday.

Kvitova Pulls Out of Qatar Open With Injury

Fri Feb 10 11:42:47 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon Open champion Petra Kvitova has pulled out of the Qatar Ladies Open because of an unspecified injury.

Live - Sharapova v Kvitova

Wed Jan 25 20:36:55 CST 2012

[BBC News] Russian fourth seed Maria Sharapova takes on Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova at the Australian Open after Victoria Azarenka's win over defending champion Kim Clijsters in the day's other semi-final.

Sharapova Gains Ruthless Revenge Over Dulko

Tue Jan 17 00:45:03 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Maria Sharapova last met Gisela Dulko in a grand slam event at the 2009 Wimbledon tournament, where the Argentine forced the Russian into error after error on her way to a surprise second round victory.

Tennis: Azarenka to face Sharapova in final

Wed Jan 25 16:59:24 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] Maria Sharapova has avenged her Wimbledon loss to Petra Kvitova and returned to the Australian Open final for the first time since winning the last of her three major titles here in 2008.Sharapova broke Kvitova's serve in the last...

Sharapova, Kvitova set up Aussie Open semifinal

Tue Jan 24 22:35:54 CST 2012

[Associated Press] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Former and reigning Wimbledon winners Maria Sharapova and Petra Kvitova will meet in the Australian Open semifinals after both won in straight sets on Wednesday....

Kvitova battles way to Aussie Open quarter-finals

Sun Jan 22 21:30:49 CST 2012

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova recovered from an embarrassing miss and a two-game lapse to beat Ana Ivanovic 6-2, 7-6 (2) on Monday for a spot in the Australian Open quarter-finals.

Tennis: Kvitova beats Azarenka in final

Sun Oct 30 15:39:15 CDT 2011

[CNN.com International] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova defeats Victoria Azarenka in three tough sets to win the season-ending WTA Tour Championships in Istanbul -- climbing up to second in the world rankings in the process.

Kvitova beats Azarenka in WTA Championships

Sun Oct 30 12:59:31 CDT 2011

[USATODAY.com] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won her first WTA Championships title on Sunday by beating Victoria Azarenka 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the final.

Mattek-Sands overcomes 15-year-old at Hobart

Mon Jan 09 07:07:14 CST 2012

[ESPN] Bethanie Mattek-Sands recovered from an early break to beat 15-year-old Wimbledon junior champion Ashleigh Barty 6-2, 6-2 Monday to advance to the second round of the Hobart International.

Kvitova, Berdych carry Czechs to Hopman title

Sat Jan 07 06:33:06 CST 2012

[ESPN] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova and Tomas Berdych had straight-set singles victories over France on Saturday to give the Czech Republic its second Hopman Cup title.

Tennis: Barty,15, makes wildcard semi-finals

Wed Dec 07 22:01:55 CST 2011

[New Zealand Herald] Wimbledon junior champion Ashleigh Barty has breezed into the semi-finals of the Australian Open wildcard tournament at Melbourne Park.Two more wins would see the 15-year-old Queenslander in the main draw of next month's Australian...

Kvitova Beats Azarenka in W.T.A. Championships Final

Sun Oct 30 21:48:14 CDT 2011

[The New York Times] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won her first WTA Championships title on Sunday, beating Victoria Azarenka 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 for a victory that will also put her at No. 2 in the world rankings.

Kvitova wins WTA Championships; is new No. 2

Sun Oct 30 13:46:31 CDT 2011

[ESPN] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won her first WTA Championships title on Sunday, beating Victoria Azarenka 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the final and rising to No. 2 in the world rankings.

Kvitova, Azarenka meet in WTA Championships final

Sat Oct 29 12:30:16 CDT 2011

[Associated Press] ISTANBUL (AP) -- Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova will meet Victoria Azarenka in the final of the WTA Championships on Sunday....

Kvitova, Azarenka reach final in WTA Championships

Sat Oct 29 11:45:58 CDT 2011

[USATODAY.com] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova rallied to defeat U.S. Open winner Samantha Stosur of Australia 5-7, 6-3, 6-3 to reach the final.

Kvitova rolls into Aussie Open quarters

Sun Jan 22 20:12:42 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova recovered from an embarrassing air swing and a two-game lapse to beat Ana Ivanovic 6-2, 7-6 (2) on Monday for a spot in the Australian Open quarterfinals.

Tennis: Kvitova eases into next round

Mon Jan 16 20:17:32 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] After surrendering her opening service game with a double-fault, Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won 12 consecutive games in a 6-2, 6-0 win Tuesday over Russia's Vera Dushevina to move into the second round of the Australian Open.Wearing...

Kvitova to face Kirilenko in Fed Cup final opener

Fri Nov 04 08:18:18 CDT 2011

[ESPN] Maria Kirilenko was picked by Russia to face Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic in the opening singles of the Fed Cup final on Saturday.

Kvitova to Face Kirilenko in Fed Cup Final Opener

Fri Nov 04 07:48:25 CDT 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Maria Kirilenko was picked by Russia to face Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic in the opening singles of the Fed Cup final on Saturday.

Tomic issued tickets, claims police persecution

Thu Jan 26 05:08:18 CST 2012

[ESPN] Police issued two traffic tickets to Bernard Tomic after waiting outside his home while he spoke with a lawyer in the latest episode of a feud between the teenage Wimbledon quarterfinalist and local officers.

Sharapova into Australian Open final vs Azarenka

Thu Jan 26 01:33:04 CST 2012

[Associated Press] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Maria Sharapova has advanced to the Australian Open final and given herself a chance to regain the No. 1 ranking, beating Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova 6-2, 3-6, 6-4 on Thursday....

Special Report: 2012 London Olympics: A Golden Opportunity Reigns at Wimbledon

Wed Jan 18 17:07:31 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] It is an Olympic year but also a year with two chances to win a prize that glitters at the All England Club, which is making for unusual behavior at the year's first Grand Slam tournament.

Kvitova, Berdych lift Czechs to Hopman Cup win

Mon Jan 02 02:42:10 CST 2012

[ESPN] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova and teammate Tomas Berdych won their singles matches Monday to give the Czech Republic a 2-0 win over Bulgaria at the Hopman Cup.

Kvitova, Kirilenko kick off Fed Cup final

Fri Nov 04 08:13:02 CDT 2011

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Maria Kirilenko was a surprise selection by Russia to face Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic in the opening singles match of the Fed Cup final on Saturday.

Czech Republic Beats US at Hopman Cup

Wed Jan 04 08:55:28 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova and teammate Tomas Berdych won their singles matches in straight sets Wednesday to give the Czech Republic an insurmountable 2-0 lead over the United States at the Hopman Cup.

Kvitova, Djokovic win Aussie openers; Stosur out

Tue Jan 17 00:35:04 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- After surrendering her opening service game with a double-fault, Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won 12 consecutive games in a 6-2, 6-0 win Tuesday over Russia's Vera Dushevina to move into second round of Australian Open.

Kvitova wins WTA Championships

Sun Oct 30 15:26:00 CDT 2011

[ABC News, Australia] Petra Kvitova, the 21-year-old Czech left-hander who caused a sensation by winning Wimbledon as an outsider four months ago, proved she is now a fully fledged member of the sport's elite by winning the WTA Championships in Istanbul.

Tennis: star tipped for ASB Classic

Wed Oct 26 17:12:31 CDT 2011

[New Zealand Herald] Five times Wimbledon champion Venus Williams could be heading to New Zealand shores with ASB Classic organisers set to announce a marquee signing today.The American, who has won seven grand slam career titles and has amassed more...

Czech Republic knocks off U.S. at Hopman Cup

Wed Jan 04 08:24:05 CST 2012

[ESPN] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova and teammate Tomas Berdych won their singles matches in straight sets Wednesday to give the Czech Republic an insurmountable 2-0 lead over the United States at the Hopman Cup.

Australia adds Hewitt for Davis Cup vs. China

Tue Feb 07 02:00:26 CST 2012

[ESPN] Former U.S. Open and Wimbledon champion Lleyton Hewitt has been selected to play Davis Cup singles and doubles against China this weekend, equaling an Australian record by making his 32nd appearance in the international competition.

Kvitova Beats Azarenka in WTA Championships Final

Sun Oct 30 13:39:06 CDT 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won her first WTA Championships title on Sunday, beating Victoria Azarenka 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the final and rising to No. 2 in the world rankings.

Kvitova wins 1st WTA Championships title

Sun Oct 30 13:48:02 CDT 2011

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won her first WTA Championships title on Sunday by beating Victoria Azarenka 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the final in Istanbul, rising to No. 2 in the world rankings in the process.

Kvitova Defeats Stosur in WTA Championships Semis

Sat Oct 29 09:42:10 CDT 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova rallied to defeat U.S. Open winner Samantha Stosur of Australia 5-7, 6-3, 6-3 Saturday and advance to the final of the WTA Championships.

London 2012 uniforms evoke Grenadier Guards

Tue Nov 22 05:05:03 CST 2011

[Reuters] LONDON (Reuters) - The Grenadier Guards, Wimbledon tennis and rowing at Henley have all provided fashion inspiration for uniforms to be worn by an army of volunteers at next year's London Olympics.

Straight Sets: Serena Williams Finds New Doubles Partner in Roddick

Sun Jan 15 22:27:20 CST 2012

[The New York Times] Serena Williams has not played competitive mixed doubles since the Hopman Cup in 2008, and Andy Roddick has not played doubles of any kind at a Grand Slam event since Wimbledon in 2001.

Czech Republic beats US at Hopman Cup

Wed Jan 04 08:53:29 CST 2012

[Associated Press] PERTH, Australia (AP) -- Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova and teammate Tomas Berdych won their singles matches in straight sets Wednesday to give the Czech Republic an insurmountable 2-0 lead over the United States at the Hopman Cup....

Tennis: Kvitova wins WTA Championships final

Sun Oct 30 16:24:00 CDT 2011

[New Zealand Herald] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won her first WTA Championships title on Sunday by beating Victoria Azarenka 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the final, a victory that also puts her at No. 2 in the world rankings.Kvitova raced to a 5-0 lead in...

Kvitova beats Azarenka in WTA Championships final

Sun Oct 30 13:37:06 CDT 2011

[Associated Press] ISTANBUL (AP) -- Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won her first WTA Championships title on Sunday, beating Victoria Azarenka 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the final and rising to No. 2 in the world rankings....

Kvitova defeats Stosur in WTA Championships semis

Sat Oct 29 09:40:41 CDT 2011

[Associated Press] ISTANBUL (AP) -- Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova rallied to defeat U.S. Open winner Samantha Stosur of Australia 5-7, 6-3, 6-3 Saturday and advance to the final of the WTA Championships....

Kvitova Named WTA Player of the Year

Mon Nov 14 17:00:03 CST 2011

[International Herald Tribune, France] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova was voted WTA's Player of the Year Monday following a season in which she claimed her debut grand slam title, steered the Czech Republic to Fed Cup glory and shot up 32 places in the world rankings.

Tennis: Jones given ASB Classic wildcard

Tue Dec 13 17:44:35 CST 2011

[New Zealand Herald] As expected Sacha Jones has been handed the second main draw wildcard for next month's ASB tennis Classic.The Aucklander joins five times Wimbledon champion Venus Williams as the wildcard recipients.Jones says it's nice to have...

Kvitova advances to 2nd round at Australian Open

Mon Jan 16 19:43:30 CST 2012

[Associated Press] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- After surrendering her opening service game with a double-fault, Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova won 12 consecutive games in a 6-2, 6-0 win Tuesday over Russia's Vera Dushevina to move into second round of Australian Open....

Tennis: Kvitova reaches Australian Open semis

Tue Jan 24 21:13:02 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova remained on track for her second Grand Slam title when she beat unseeded Sara Errani of Italy 6-4, 6-4 in the Australian Open quarterfinals today.Second-seeded Kvitova, who rallied from 4-1 down...

Tennis: Kvitova wins WTA player of year award

Mon Nov 14 17:23:20 CST 2011

[New Zealand Herald] Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova has been honoured as the WTA's player of the year for 2011 to cap her breakthrough season.The 21-year-old Kvitova went 60-13 with six singles titles, including at the season-ending tour championships,...

Kvitova named WTA player of the year

Mon Nov 14 11:53:54 CST 2011

[Reuters] (Reuters) - Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova was voted WTA's Player of the Year Monday following a season in which she claimed her debut grand slam title, steered the Czech Republic to Fed Cup glory and shot up 32 places in the world rankings.

Tennis: Venus Williams to play ASB Classic

Wed Oct 26 17:12:31 CDT 2011

[New Zealand Herald] Five times Wimbledon champion Venus Williams will play in next year's ASB Classic, organisers announced today.The American, who has won seven grand slam career titles and has amassed more than $US27m in prize money, is a big drawcard...

Republicans Push Government Funding Vote Now, Payroll Tax Cut Vote Later

Wed Dec 14 09:13:45 CST 2011

[Fox News] The Senate floor seemed more like Center Court at Wimbledon on Wednesday, as Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell lobbed accusations at each other and hopes dimmed for votes on either funding the government or extending the payroll tax.

Maria Sharapova reaches semifinals of Australian Open

Tue Jan 24 23:32:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Sharapova will play Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, with both players trying to take the No. 1 ranking. Roger Federer will face Rafael Nadal in men's semifinals.MELBOURNE, Australia — Maria Sharapova maintained her perfect record in Australian Open quarterfinals, defeating Ekaterina Makarova, 6-2, 6-3, on Wednesday.

Novak Djokovic seeks perfect end at U.S. Open to near-perfect year

Sun Sep 11 19:55:00 CDT 2011

[Los Angeles Times] The No. 1-ranked Serb will face defending champion Rafael Nadal in the final on Monday, seeking his third Grand Slam tournament title to cap a year in which he has a 63-2 match record.Reporting from New York -- This tennis season from Novak Djokovic has been practically perfect. He has won two major tournaments, Wimbledon and the Australian Open, of the three already completed.

Maria Sharapova, Victoria Azarenka reach Australian Open final

Thu Jan 26 01:37:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Sharapova beats Petra Kvitova and can take the No. 1 ranking in the world if she beats Azarenka in the final Saturday. Azarenka advances with a win over defending champion Kim Clijsters.MELBOURNE, Australia — Maria Sharapova advanced to the Australian Open final and gave herself a chance to regain the No. 1 ranking after beating Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, 6-2, 3-6, 6-4, on Thursday.