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How Rafael Nadal Maintains His Head to Head Record Against Roger Federer

After hearing the news that Nadal has pulled out of Wimbledon, I was dissapointed as much as I was excited. On the one hand, Federer has improved his chances by fifty percent; on the other hand, ...

Written by Vinny Do about 5 months ago 1,073 reads 10 comments
If Tennis Players Were Rock Stars: Who Would They Be?

Tennis players are a lot like rock stars. They all have a certain voice. Who would your favourite tennis player be if they were a rock star. Roger Federer: John Lennon. Just greatness all round, from songwriting to singing to leadership...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 982 reads 6 comments
Nadal, Federer, Djokovic and Murray To Contest the Big Four Next Year!

No one knows what will happen next year for the rest of the ATP tour, but one thing is for sure, four big-names will be contesting the four big tournaments. Followers of this year's tour need no explanation: Nadal, Federer, Murray and Tsonga...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 374 reads 11 comments
Why Can't Roger Federer Win Three Set Matches Anymore?

Roger Federer is still in a slump, not a grand slam slump, but a slump nevetheless. This slump has to do with three set matches. For some reason, the "Great One" can't find a way to win these matches against decent competition...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 948 reads 15 comments
Why Michael Jordan's Era is Greater Than Kobe's!

I must confess I am a little bit of an ignoramus when it comes to today's NBA game. It does not interest me as much as the game of yesteryear...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 684 reads 4 comments
Michael Jordan's Tenure with the Washington Wizards: Did it Affect His Legacy?

Every sports star fails sooner or later. Even though Michael Jordan pronounced in many commercials that he had failed many many times, as though none of us really realised this point...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 1,058 reads 2 comments
Roger Federer and the Evolution of Tennis

Every sport (in fact, every facet of life) goes through cycles. These cycles are there because they serve the evolution of a particular life form...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 1,544 reads 3 comments
Federer taking a Wise and Timely Break

Roger Federer has announced that he will be taking an indefinite break from the tour beginning with a withdrawal from the Stockholm Open. It will be tough for tournament organises, but Federer has wisely decided his body needs the rest...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 164 reads 0 comments
Is the Muse a Sports Fanatic?

Each writer has a muse. Is that muse a sportstar? I'm inclined to think so; he definitely smells like one; a little hairy perhaps, a bit of odor; only comes out to play when he feels as if he is fit enough...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 160 reads 0 comments
Michael Jordan, Where Art Thou?

Having just written an article about why Roger Federer is better than Michael Jordan, I am suddenly reminded how much I miss the great man. Michael Jordan was truly a once in a lifetime basketball player...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 270 reads 2 comments
10 Reasons Why Roger Federer is Greater Than Michael Jordan

This should set off a few fireworks! I am a big fan of both superstars, but Federer has come to mean more to me than MJ ever did. Here's why: 1) Federer dominates by himself. This means he is responsible for every minute on the floor...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 2,152 reads 11 comments
Federer vs. Nadal: Not One, but Two Rivalries

A lot of people talk about Federer and Nadal as having one of the greatest rivalries the sport has ever seen. A lot of people point to the dismal 6-12 record on Roger Federer's side as the reason why he shouldn't be anointed as the greatest...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 2,481 reads 9 comments
Federerlosophy 101

What is Federerlosophy? Federerlosophy is a new term that I have coined. Federerlosophy is for the millions of fans out there who extract meaning and purpose through the prism of Roger Federer...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 770 reads 1 comments
Why Roger Federer Should Never Play Pete Sampras Again!

I hope this somehow gets back to Pete Sampras. I'm dreaming; but here's why Roger Federer should never play Pete Sampras again. Federer has gone beyond playing in the ATP tour; he is now playing for his legacy and his legacy only...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 3,106 reads 12 comments
Roger Federer and the Meaning of Life

There isn't much happening in tennis but the Davis Cup. Federer, having said that the 'Olympic Gold' was his inspiration for the US Open, is probably seeking out some more inspiration...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 2,023 reads 15 comments
"It's an Unspoken Secret. No one really cares about the Australian Open.'

The truth is out. No-one really cares about the Australian Open. Okay, maybe they do, but just a little bit; a little bit more than an ATP Master that is. As an Australian, I am very well aware of how we try to hype up our own tournament...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 199 reads 3 comments
Roger Federer: The Son of Boris Becker and Stefan Edberg?

Being a child of the late 80's and early 90's, I grew up watching Stefan Edberg and Boris Becker. I was a massive fan of Edberg's, and he was probably one of my first childhood idols...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 1,964 reads 3 comments
10 Things You'll Never See Roger Federer Do

1) Bang on his chest like Djokovic and his tribe. Too much class and not big enough a chest. 2) Appear in a sex scandal video. Not the type to film his lovemaking and too devoted to his girlfriend...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 3,266 reads 13 comments
Predictions for the Australian Open 2009

The US Open is over. Federer is once again King of Slams. I can't help but start looking towards the next Grand Slam; even though it's a bit premature at this stage...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 1,937 reads 5 comments
"Why Federer is Turning from Child to Warrior"

Roger Federer used to be a child, one who was incredibly gifted. This child was enough of a genius to defeat any challengers with magical strokes...

Written by Vinny Do about about 1 year ago 191 reads 1 comments

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Vinny Do Article Archive

How Rafael Nadal Maintains His Head to Head Record Against Roger Federer

If Tennis Players Were Rock Stars: Who Would They Be?

Nadal, Federer, Djokovic and Murray To Contest the Big Four Next Year!

Why Can't Roger Federer Win Three Set Matches Anymore?

Why Michael Jordan's Era is Greater Than Kobe's!

Michael Jordan's Tenure with the Washington Wizards: Did it Affect His Legacy?

Roger Federer and the Evolution of Tennis

Federer taking a Wise and Timely Break

Is the Muse a Sports Fanatic?

Michael Jordan, Where Art Thou?

10 Reasons Why Roger Federer is Greater Than Michael Jordan

Federer vs. Nadal: Not One, but Two Rivalries

Federerlosophy 101

Why Roger Federer Should Never Play Pete Sampras Again!

Roger Federer and the Meaning of Life

"It's an Unspoken Secret. No one really cares about the Australian Open.'

Roger Federer: The Son of Boris Becker and Stefan Edberg?

10 Things You'll Never See Roger Federer Do

Predictions for the Australian Open 2009

"Why Federer is Turning from Child to Warrior"

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