Tennis News Blog

Federer had mono during Aussie Open, agent says
Roger Federer couldn’t figure out why he felt so sluggish at the start of this season. His doctors eventually gave him an explanation: The world’s No. 1 tennis player had mononucleosis.

Seles working on memoir (AP)
Former tennis great Monica Seles is working on a memoir. She said in a statement Wednesday that she hopes “to share how I found balance, strength and happiness in my life after a rollercoaster ride of exhilarating accomplishment and sometimes overwhelming tragedy” The book, currently untitled, will be published in 2009 by Avery, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA).

Unseeded Darcis tops Soderling for Memphis title
Steve Darcis of Belgium won his second ATP title Sunday, defeating Robin Soderling of Sweden 6-3, 7-6 (5) in the final at the Regions Morgan Keegan Championships.

WTA mulls Bangalore Open’s place on tour
A decision on whether the Bangalore Open will remain a Tier II event will be made in the next few months, WTA chief Larry Scott said on Tuesday.

McEnroe steps down as U.S. Olympic tennis coach
Davis Cup captain Patrick McEnroe has decided not to return as U.S. Olympic tennis coach.

Ivanovic put nerves behind her, set sights on grand slams
INDIAN WELLS, California, March 23 (Reuters) - Despite feeling uneasy as top seed at the Pacific Life Open for only the second time in a WTA Tour event, Serb Ana Ivanovic signed off on a high with a composed victory in Sunday’s final.