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I have been a tennis fan for many years. I follow many sports but tennis is my passion. I wish that more kids could get involved in the sport but most cities don't have a parks and recreation program that advocates tennis. I speak up on behalf of tennis fans here in the US and I have had the pleasure of attending Master Series events and wish others could experience tennis live at least once in their lives.

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MONTE-CARLO, MONACO - APRIL 15: Tennis pro Rafael Nadal poses for a portrait shoot on April 15, 2007 in Monte Carlo, Monaco. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Exclusive by Getty Images)

"You Can't Be Serious!"

Published about 1 month ago
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PARIS - MAY 30: Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts as he heads towards defeat during his Men's Singles Third Round match against Philip Kohlschreiber of Germany on day seven of the French Open at Roland Garros on May 30, 2009 in Paris, France. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

No More Djoker in The Deck

Published 5 months ago
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PARIS - MAY 29: A general view of Court Philippe Chatrier during his Men's Singles Third Round match between Rafael Nadal of Spain and Lleyton Hewitt of Australia on day six of the French Open at Roland Garros on May 29, 2009 in Paris, France. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

The French Open News: Away With Tennis Trash

Published 5 months ago
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MALLORCA, SPAIN - MAY 2: Rafael Nadal of Spain in action against Roger Federer of Switzerland during 'The Battle of the Surfaces' at The Palma Arena on May 2, 2007 in Mallorca, Spain. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Can One Player Really Be Called 'The' GOAT?

Published 7 months ago
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Favorite Athletes

Rafael Nadal, Joe Montanta, Tiger Woods, Dale Earnhardt Jr.,Brandon Webb
Favorite Sports Teams

Arizona Diamond Backs, SF 49er's, Phoenix Suns, Spain's Davis Cup 08
Favorite Coaches

Toni Nadal, Brad Gilbert, Darren Cahill, Bill Walsh, Bob Bremly
All Time Sports Moment

2008 Wimbledon
Most Memorable Game Attended

Pacific Life Open Nadal - Tsonga
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Federer's amazing longevity at number one
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Tie?
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Pac 10

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by Shikha
about 1 month ago

sure. Thanks again :)
by Shikha
about 1 month ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261805-rafael-nadal-the-story-inside-out-part-i-the-promise

Exclusively on Rafa :D The real story :)

hope u can take a look!
by Sudeshna
about 1 month ago

We witnessed an absolutely eventful US Open this time, dotted with numerous incidents. Here's a pictorial compilation of all those moments in the singles draw which stood out and caught our attention during those 15 days.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/256972-some-moments-to-remember-from-the-2009-us-open

Hope u can have a look into it.

Thanks.
by Conor
3 months ago

My tribute to Roger.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/219213-a-poem-for-roger-federer
Thanks.
by Rocky
4 months ago

Hey Cindy. My latest article, "Some unbelievable facts and figures from the world of sports".

If you want some laughs, do check it out. Thanks :)

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/213954-some-unbelivable-facts-and-figures-from-the-world-of-sports/show_full
by Frankie
4 months ago

And yeah, is strange that they are both missing from their usual warm-ups...guess it makes the anticipation of wimbledon even greater! I really hope rafa is recovered in time...would be weird if he couldn't defend and be a massive disappointment to all his fans. But, like you, I'm sure he is gonna be fine. He's had the knee problems a long time. Oh well, guess we'll find out soon enough. Tennis is a funny ol' sport anyway - just look at the FO - so anything could happen anyway. I am hoping Feddy reclaims his crown this year...the crown that is rightfully his :p (Sorry! Couldn't resist saying that!!)
by Frankie
4 months ago

Just hoping I can queue up early on the day in the 1st week and get hold of some tickets..am gonna try anyway!! All else fails, I can try to get a ground pass and stalk the players whilst they practice lol!! :-)
by Frankie
4 months ago

Hi Cindy, nice to hear from you. Hope you are well. Yes - my bio makes no mistake in marking me as a Federer Fanatic! I was so happy with result on Sunday and thought it was lovely how most Rafa fans wanted him to win too. I can't wait for Wimby - gonna try and go this year - v exciting! Am sure I will attempt to write a Wimby piece if time permits - after all, it is the best GS (imo!!) :-)
by Dann
4 months ago

Hey mate.
Did my first slide show today. It is supposed to be humor. Tell me if you like it

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/197755-looking-at-sports-once-again-when-it-sickens-me#page/13
by reredeF0regoR
5 months ago

"excited"!? you think?
@_@ not at all.. am only ..yeknow
freaking out a bit. I will survive.
--
Thx for writing.
by Rocky
5 months ago

Hello Cindy,

My latest article - "Michael Jordan ends the debate over LeBron James and Kobe Bryant." ... Its a (hopefully) very humorous article, tickling the current great debate over who is the best player in the NBA!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/192314-micheal-jordan-ends-the-debate-over-lebron-james-and-kobe-bryant

If you are interested, do read it. I hope you'll find time, thanks so much :)

-Rocky.
by Robert
5 months ago

Hey Cindy, thanks for the post! I look forward to reading your articles.
by Rocky
5 months ago

Hello Cindy,

My latest article -> "Six reasons why tennis should be banned!!"

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/191301-six-reasons-why-tennis-should-be-banned

I hope you'll find time to read it, thanks. :)

-Rocky.
by Rocky
5 months ago

You're welcome. :)

I believe you are in you the "Nadal army" here on b/r, right? :) I'm a Djokovic fan, and Novak I believe has crashed out. So that tells you my mood!
Now just waiting for my soccer club AC Milan to at least win the last match of the season later tonight and the end on a high note. :)

Thanks, I hope you're having a lovely weekend too. Take care my friend.

-Rocky.
by Matt
5 months ago

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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/189116-the-trolling-and-harassingbr-why-these-antics-need-to-be-stopped

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"You Can't Be Serious!"

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The French Open News: Away With Tennis Trash

Can One Player Really Be Called 'The' GOAT?

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