Monthly Archives: May 2011

Never Say Die Andy….

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Peter

25 mins into his forth round game and 5-1 down it seemed unlikely that battling Scot Andy Murray would make the quarter finals of Roland Garros. Less so after he lost the second set. But adversity brings out the best … Continue reading →

Posted in ATP, WTA | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Passion of Daniela Hantuchova

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Peter

The second installment of our ‘Passions’ series explores Daniela Hantuchova’s love affair with the city of Rome. In fact it was in the Italian capital that we met up with the Slovakian No.2 to find out about her affinity with … Continue reading →

Posted in WTA | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

You know you’re watching Roland Garros when:

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Rebecca

You feel the urge to speak French wherever you go even saying Bonjour to the dog You can’t always understand the score and squint to read the tiny text at the bottom of the TV screen You repeat ‘Oi Oi … Continue reading →

Posted in Fun & Games | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Paris Courture 2011

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Rebecca

What an opening week for the ladies! Some outfits have got more court time than others, so let’s take a look at the best and worst Roland Garros has to offer. Colour Bomb There has been an explosion of colour … Continue reading →

Posted in Fun & Games, WTA | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

WTA video: Passions: Andrea Petkovic

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Peter

In a new series of videos we explore the passions, other than tennis, of WTA stars. Andrea Petkovic, one of the most charismatic players on the WTA, is known for her interest in politics and literature, however it is her … Continue reading →

Posted in WTA | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Elementary my dear Watson

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Peter

French Open Day 2 and already a little shock, a young upstart defeats an experienced head. Heather Watson competing in only her 2nd Grandslam tournament and having already played 3 qualies to get here, toppled her French opponent Stephanie Foretz … Continue reading →

Posted in WTA | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

French Open Preview

Posted on May 22, 2011 by The_Coach

  Welcome to the Lovetennisblog French Open Predictions for 2011. Its hard to believe it is already the end of May and Roland Garros is upon us. Our three tennis experts have trawled the draws,have looked at the form books … Continue reading →

Posted in ATP, WTA | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Talking Fashion with Bethanie Mattek-Sands.

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Peter

Bethanie Mattek-Sands loves all things fashion, and what could be better for someone who is known as the ‘Lady Gaga of the Tennis Court’ than a special custom-made dress just for her, from Gaga’s own designer, Alex Noble?! Watch Bethanie … Continue reading →

Posted in WTA | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

WTA nails it with latest campaign

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Rebecca

For the past week, I’ve been going around the house practising my best English accent repeating the words ‘What are little girls made of’ much to the annoyance of my big sister. If you haven’t watched it, I’m referring to … Continue reading →

Posted in Fun & Games, WTA | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

The Making of Strong is Beautiful

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Peter

Following “Strong is Beautiful” ad campaign we now have a behind the scenes video, the Making of Strong is Beautiful

Posted in WTA | Tagged , | Leave a comment