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Qatar Telecom German Open
Berlin, Germany (Tier I)

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Tournament Begins Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Points Due By Wednesday, June 11, 2008 @ 8:00 a.m.


Clay Tournament - Send Clay Court Points
Please Copy and Paste or send points in the following format:

Serve:
Return:
Forehand CC:
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Entry List (http://www.tournawiz.com/players.php?id=482&t=3029226)

Draw (http://www.tournawiz.com/view_draw.php?id=643&t=3029261)

Ranking Points
Champion: 500
Finalist: 350
Semi-Finalist: 225
Quarter-Finalist: 125
Round of 16: 70

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Doubles

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All Doubles Teams Use 200 Points!!!

Confirmed Doubles Teams

1. J. Dokic/J. Henin
2. J. Jankovic/N. Vaidisova
3. E. Dementieva/S. Kuznetsova
4. M. Kirilenko/M. Sharapova


Draw (http://www.tournawiz.com/view_draw.php?id=647&t=3429893)


Both doubles players must send points!!! I will alternate points between rounds. If you've send doubles points for the clay season, you don't have to send again, unless you want too. Both players must sign-up and confirm in this thread.

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Players Clay Court Ability Chart

Svetlana Kuznetova - Clay Court Expert (200)
Steffi Graf - Solid Clay Court Player (190)
Nicole Vaidisova - Clay Court Expert (200)
Maria Kirilenko - Solid Clay Court Player (190)
Justine Henin - Clay Court Expert (200)
Maria Sharapova - Solid Clay Court Player (190)
Anna Chakvetadze - Good Clay Court Player (180)
Elena Dementieva - Clay Court Expert (200)
Na Li - Poor Clay Court Player (160)
Francesca Schiavone - Fair Clay Court Player (170)
Jill Craybas - Poor Clay Court Player (160)
Jelena Dokic - Poor Clay Court Player (160)
Serena Williams - Fair Clay Court Player (170)
Jelena Jankovic - Clay Court Expert (200)

WSC
Honor's

Amelie Mauresmo

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The first player to accomplish level 3 status in WSC is Amelie Mauresmo. The current world number one, boasts a 20-4 record coming into the Commonwealth Bank Tennis Classic and has won a total of 7 titles, including the Australian Open, since the beginning of the season.

Amelie gained 200 ranking points and is now a Fair Indoor Player (170) , and a Good Clay Court Player (180), which should serve her well for the second grand slam of the season.

WSC would like to congratulate Amelie Mauresmo for attaining the number 3 level in WSC.

Sharapova/Kirilenko

What does Amelie get?

And plus, Amelie's not even here.

Dokic needs a partner:p

reserved for A Mauresmo Level 3:dance: :dance:

What do you get... THAT'S NOT FAIR!!

Sharapova/Kirilenko

What does Amelie get?

When you make level 3 your career is highlighted by tournament director.

When you make level 3 your career is highlighted by tournament director.

but no one likes Amelie, so we wouldn't care:shrug:

Ohh right.. Hehe

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Anyone with Henin?

^Dokic:)

Lena/Sveta?

but no one likes Amelie, so we wouldn't care:shrug:

:lol:

Clay Court Ability Chart Posted!

Dokic Ready For Clay Season
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Berlin, Germany
Dokic hits the red clay season in preparation for the French Open. Dokic skipped the green clay season to play on the indoor/hard court events.
"I felt that I didn't need to play on green clay, it's useless. I feel that since we now have red clay, I will play on it to get in form for the French Open and try to resurrect my singles career."
Dokic has made a name for herself as a doubles expert lately, having recently made the world #1, and having won now 3 doubles titles.
"I love doubles, but I love singles more, and will try to focus more so on my singles game this week and try to bring my ranking back up."
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Dokic practiced her sliding and drop shots today.
"I really want to get more comfortable on this surface. It's not my favorite at all, but I still want to do well on it. I hope to get a kind draw, but knowing Warren, I'll get the top seed and lose in straight sets again."
"I hope I get a PC player, we are on even playing fields and I could actually win for the first time in singles ever since my debut. My coach hasn't seen a win since Davenport in Gold Coast, but he is proud of my doubles success."
Jelena will be seeking to go far and has requested to play doubles with Justine Henin.

Maybe a Wildcard here for Jelena? :awww: :)

Maybe a Wildcard here for Jelena? :awww: :)

for sure!!! just send your clay points, points deadline is Wednesday @ 8:00 a.m.

Henin/Dokic Confirmed :yeah:

for sure!!! just send your clay points, points deadline is Wednesday @ 8:00 a.m.

Thanks. :hug:

That gives me enough time to think of a good strategy me thinks. :lol:

Anyone want to play with Jelena? :)

I have a question about the points ...

Do we have to send it in the exact format that you had posted like serve first or can we mix the strokes' order ourselves? :)

Jelena / Niki :D:angel:??

I have a question about the points ...

Do we have to send it in the exact format that you had posted like serve first or can we mix the strokes' order ourselves? :)

Please in the order posted! It's make it a lot easier to put into my spreadsheet.

Jelena / Niki :D:angel:??

Of course. :angel:

Please in the order posted! It's make it a lot easier to put into my spreadsheet.

Okay, sure. :)

You should get my points soon. ;)

Draw and Entry Lists Posted! Any issues blame it on random.org

I knew something is wrong when you write that 'blame it on random.org' statement.:rolleyes:

I knew something is wrong when you write that 'blame it on random.org' statement.:rolleyes:

you have the same amount of points as Justine.........bring it!!!

Warren can we get our draw?

Draw and Entry Lists Posted! Any issues blame it on random.org

Done!

Warren. pictures are not coming up

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Done!

:shrug: I thought you edited the draw so Sveta will get a cake draw.:sobbing: :ras: :p

Shafanovic :worship: Why not making another one for the monthly biggest loser?:)
I'm sure I'll be the most deserving recipient.:D :bounce:

i deleted it. Did you see any pictures on it other than the one on the top..?

WSC Monthly

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This edition will contain:
• Current ranks
• This month’s tournament draws and reviews
• Player of the month [Chosen by Warren]
• French Open Preview [Coming Soon]
• Wimbledon Preview [Coming Soon]

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Current Ranks

01 Mauresmo, Amelie - 2791
02 Henin, Justine - 1933
03 Stosur, Samantha - 1746
04 Sharapova, Maria - 1652
05 Graf, Steffi - 1556
06 Hantuchova, Daniela - 1259
07 Dementieva, Elena - 1118
08 Vaidisova, Nicole - 968
09 Kuznetsova, Svetlana - 694
10 Harkleroad, Ashley - 669
11 Safina, Dinara - 646
12 (PC) Craybas, Jill - 577
13 Kirilenko, Maria - 553
14 Domachowska, Marta - 533
15 Gibson, Althea - 468
16 Chakvetadze, Anna - 448
17 Dokic, Jelena - 356
18 (PC) Petrova, Nadia - 295
19 Williams, Serena - 293
19 (PC) Vesnina, Elena - 293
21 (PC) Li, Na - 277
22 (PC) Schiavone, Francesca - 143
23 Salerni, Maria Emilia - 78
24 (PC) Tu, Melien – 4

Major movers:

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Justine Henin went from 10th last month to 2nd
With her strong Performance in Melbourne, making it all the way to the finals, before being defeated by the Rebound Ace “queen”, Amelie Mauresmo. And also with the help of her first title in Amelia Island, she moves up 8 places in the rankings from last month and goes up to a career high of 2nd.


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Maria Sharapova went from 11th last month to 4th
Also a strong performance from this your Blonde Bombshell in Melbourne. Being defeated, also by the “queen” Amelie Mauresmo in the semifinals and also a first title in Stockholm. This Russian bombshell moves up 6 places, from 11th to 4th in a period of 4 weeks.


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Nicole Vaidisova went from 18th last month to 8th
A surprise semifinalist in Melbourne. She was defeated by world’s number 2 Justine Henin. She makes her way up to 8th. Moving up 10 places to enter the top 10 for the first time.

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Previous Tournament

Moorila Hobart International
Rebound Ace
Draw (http://www.tournawiz.com/view_draw.php?id=513&t=9421017)
Amelie Mauresmo [1] def. Samantha Stosur [2] 6-3 6-1
Capturing her 3rd singles title, all on the rebound ace, Amelie Mauresmo wins the title without dropping a set and a mere 13 games to the title.

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Banka Koper Slovenia Open
Grass
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Daniela Hantuchova [2] def. Steffi Graf [1] 4-6 6-3 6-3
Daniela Hantuchova wins her second title in a row on different surfaces. She defeated Althea Gibson in the quarterfinals 7-6 4-6 6-4 after being one break down in the third. She defeated Maria Sharapova in the semis holding off 5 match points in the third but finally defeating Sharapova 3-6 6-4 7-6. In the finals, she defeated Steffi Graf 4-6 6-3 6-3 after being a set and a break down in the second.

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Australian Open [Grandslam]
Rebound Ace
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Amelie Mauresmo [1] def. Justine Henin [8] 6-1 6-2
Amelie Mauresmo, once again winning a Rebound Ace tournament, but this time, it was different as she nearly lost her second round match to Ashley Harkleroad, but ended up winning 6-7 7-6 8-6. On the way to final, she defeated Dinara Safina, and Maria Sharapova before defeating Justine Henin 6-1 6-2

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Bausch & Lomb Championship
Clay
Draw (http://www.tournawiz.com/view_draw.php?id=605&t=1339734)
Justine Henin [1] def. Steffi Graf [2] 6-2 6-1
Justine Henin makes it to her second final in a row, but this time, she got one step better and winning her first title defeating Steffi Graf in the finals. She defeated Eleni Daniilidou and Svetlana Kuznetsova on her way to the finals without dropping a set.

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Nordea Nordic Light Open
Hard
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Maria Sharapova [3] def. Daniela Hantuchova [4] 6-2 6-2
Maria Sharapova wins her first singles title disposing Daniela Hantuchova in the finals. After nearly being ousted in the first round and fighting off 9 match points before defeating Elena Vesnina 3-6 7-5 7-5. She defeated Amelie Mauresmo in the semifinals which was her first win over the world’s number 1 in 4 tries.

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Player of the Month

Nominees:

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Amelie Mauresmo
Maria Sharapova
Daniela Hantuchova
Justine Henin
Jelena Dokic

Winner is:

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Justine Henin
Justine Henin made it to the semifinals of the Moorila Hobart International before being defeated by Amelie Mauresmo. The week after, she made it all the way to the finals of the Australian Open before once again, was defeated by Amelie Mauresmo, with the same scoreline. She made it one step better at her next event, which was on her favourite surface, clay.
Warren’s reason: She has been consistent. Winning her first title in Amelia Island. Also for the fantastic articles and interviews.

Honourable mention:

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Amelie Mauresmo
Winning two titles, both on Rebound Ace, Amelie Mauresmo didn’t get the award just because she is a level 3 players and she will get a highlight from Warren.

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Maria Sharapova
Making it to the semifinals of both the Banka Koper Slovenia and the Australian Open, on Grass and Rebound Ace respectively and winning her first singles title on the Nordea Nordic Light Open, on hard, she has been one of the most consistent on the tour and deserved an honourable mention.

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Daniela Hantuchova
Altough she lost early in Melbourne, she has been really consistent on the tour and has enjoyed 2 singles titles, both on different surfaces and being in the final of another tournament on another surface and she definitely deserves an honourable mention.

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Jelena Dokic
Altough she hasn't done as well as some others on the circuit in singles. She in one of the best, if not the best doubles player out there. Picking up 3 doubles titles. Well done Jelena. You deserve this honourable mention

Can anyone see the pictures?

Lovely!!!!

Can anyone see the pictures?

yep! Can we also post this in the Commonwealth thread. Thanks :wavey:

I dont get an honorabl;e mention :sad:

I dont get an honorabl;e mention :sad:

Oh shit my bad.. I didn't copy and past all of them.. Missed you and Jelena out
Sorry

yep! Can we also post this in the Commonwealth thread. Thanks :wavey:

Done. And on my thread too!

Edited Daniela

Edited Daniela

;)

Can you guys tell me if there is anything wrong with it

Sharapova Steady For Dirt

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Maria Sharapova is in Berlin now and is training on the red clay court. She made it to the semifinals of the Family Circle Cup last week in Charleston before losing to eventual champion and compatriot, Elena Dementieva in the semifinals. Which is her 5th loss to an eventual champion before the finals. 4 of them in the semifinals. Maria Sharapova, also have made it to at least the semifinals of her last 5 events and has made it to at least the semifinals of all the surfaces she's played on. [Hard, Clay, Grass and Rebound Ace]

Sharapova is currently number 4 in the rankings, but if she has a good week here in Berlin, she could move up to number 3 and enter the top 3 for the first time. She has definitely been one of the most consistent players on the tour.

In Berlin, Sharapova is the number 2 seed behind Justine Henin and has a bye in the first round. She will play either, doubles partner, Maria Kirilenko or American Serena Williams in the second round. She leads in both their head-to-heads. Also on her side of the draw is, Steffi Graf and surprise Melbourne semifinalist, Nicole Vaidisova, who are playing in the first round. On the other side of the draw is last week's champion, Elena Dementieva and number 1 seed, Justine Henin. To start of the week, there are 14 players, in which 6 of them are Russian. Svetlana Kuznetsova, Anna Chakvetadze and Elena Dementieva, who are on the top half of the draw, and Elena Vesnina, Maria Kirilenko and Maria Sharapova on the bottom half. Out of the six, only two has won titles, Elena Dementieva, in Charleston last week and Maria Sharapova, in Stockholm, the week before that.

Jelena has 3 doubles titles:p
and was finalist at AO and Portoroz:)

Jelena likes her chances for a win:bounce:

Thanks edited

Jelena Set To Make WSC Debut

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Jelena Jankovic of Serbia with Lindsay Davenport has been the latest additions to the WSC tour. Right now playing second banana to Ana Ivanovic, Jelena is known for a beautiful smile and a great athletic body, but she is definitely no pushover on the court. Scouts have said that she has solid groundstrokes especially off the backhand wing and can be called a solid all-around player. She also moves well and plays excellent defense and can play on all surfaces. However Jelena is not confident about her chances. "I think that I have all of the credentials to be a top player but I'm not sure if I can put it together on the court. I'm nervous about my debut but what player wouldn't be?" She has received a Wildcard into the Tier I event in Berlin and draws Anna Chakvetadze of Russia in the first round. Jelena commented, "It will be a very tough match for me. Anna is a great player and has solid groundstrokes and is able to change the direction of the ball almost effortlessly. I'm just going to try and focus on playing my own game and hopefully I'll come out top."

all the clay experts minus 1 in the top half

Elena and Sveta on my half????

I'm going to have to change points if i want to beat Elena, hopefully sveta doesn't beat me

Top Seed Henin Looks To Turn Up Heat On The Red Clay

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Justine Preparing For The European Red Clay

Justine Henin had a very successful Green clay season, winning the title in Amelia Island before finishing runner-up in Charleston to Elena Dementieva. Now as the tour moves onto the red clay of Europe Justine will be looking to continue her great clay form. However she will not be without some tough competition, there are many players that love to play on the clay which include last weeks titlist Dementieva, as well as fellow russian Kuznetsova. Surprisingly enough the top half of the draw this week in Berlin features almost allm of the Clay experts, which will of course be very difficult for the top seeded Belgian. She recieves a bye in the first round and will most likely meet Kuznetsova in the Quarterfinals, She then has the possibility of Dementieva in the semis, and in the finals either [2]Sharapova, Graf or Vaidisova all of which are very comfortable on the surface. With such a strong field this tournament is set to be one of the most exciting of the clay season, hopefully there will be some quality matches as we edge ever closer to the second Grand Slam of the season.

Henin commented on her Draw and the tournament in general:
"Well it is good to be on the red clay it is of course my favourite surface and very good preparation for Roland Garros. It is definitely a tough draw for me,For sure, Kuznetsova and Dementieva are both very good clay players, Dementieva beat me last week in the final so I have been working hard on my game hopefully next time we meet I can get a little revenge. I've been working hard with my coach on some new tactics I'm not really sure how well they will work, but I know I must do this otherwise I will not beat players like Dementieva, I guess we will have to wait and see."

a third straight loss to graf coming up:o

i said last week i don't want to see Graf anywhere near me in Berlin and now its even worse ..we are in the same round:fiery:

all the clay experts minus 1 in the top half

Elena and Sveta on my half????

I'm going to have to change points if i want to beat Elena, hopefully sveta doesn't beat me

:eek: didn't even notice

a third straight loss to graf coming up:o

i said last week i don't want to see Graf anywhere near me in Berlin and now its even worse ..we are in the same round:fiery:

:hug:, I'll make sure I rig the draw in Rome ;)

Thanks for the fantastic articles guys! I enjoyed reading them. +2 for all.

WSC honors A. Mauresmo in 4th post!!! Congrats Amelie :yeah:

:woohoo: thanks! :D

:worship: Ceze!

Sharapova will never be level 3 :bigcry:

I suck at doubles!!

But I have made it to at least the semis of Rebound Ace, Grass, Clay and Hard :woohoo:

Makiri please confirm for doubles.

Makiri please confirm for doubles.

Maria/Maria confirm :hatoff: :p

If Venus send points, she will play no. 2 seed Maria Sharapova in the round of 16.

If Venus send points, she will play no. 2 seed Maria Sharapova in the round of 16.

OMG.. That's so mean to Sharapova!

Maria to Face Venus

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Maria Sharapova will not get a bye in the first round after all, after a wildcard was given to American, Venus Williams. Sharapova said that she's alright with the decision because if she wins she will get one match under her belt already and could give her a boost of confidence. Venus Williams entered the tour only recently, along with Jelena Jankovic and Lindsay Davenport.

Maria Sharapova has also been confirmed to play doubles with Maria Kirilenko. They lost a close match last week in the semifinal and will try to get a better result this time around. They will be playing in their second event together.

I can send now if you want sorry

you guys will play!

I probally will lose cause I was in a rush sending points

Round of 16 coming up!

Sharapova is here!!

Come on Jelena! :bounce:

Good luck newcomers!

COME ON SERENA!

Please... :awww:

Good luck newcomers!

Thanks. :hug:

Personally, I'm not sure if my strategy is any good. :lol:

We shall see!

Thanks. :hug:

Personally, I'm not sure if my strategy is any good. :lol:

My stratergy wasn't good when I started. But you will find a good one soon enough.

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Round of 16 Results


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(2) M. Sharapova

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(2) M. Sharapova def. V. Williams 7-6, 7-5 and get a nice win over a good opponent to gain entry into the quarter-finals. Maria cemented her seeding at this event with her touch and serves. Good match Venus, on the right track.

:rocker: :woohoo: MARIA!!

Warren where do you get your pictures from?

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Round of 16 Results


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M. Kirilenko

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M. Kirilenko def. S. Williams 7-5, 7-5 and moves into the quarter-finals of our second Tier I Clay event of the season. Maria's serve and return game gave her the edge over Serena today.

Warren where do you get your pictures from?

wtnphotos.com (http://www.wtnphotos.com/index.php)

Thanks

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Round of 16 Results


J. Dokic Vs. E. Vesnina
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J. Dokic

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J. Dokic def. E. Vesnina 7-6, 7-5 and advances to the quarter-finals of the Qatar Telecom German Open in Berlin. Jelena's court speed and mental toughness got her through this tough affair.

Sharapova Into Quarters

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Berlin, Germany - Sharapova has beaten newcomer Venus Williams to make it into the quarterfinals of the Qatar Telecom German Open. Sharapova won after being down a break in the first set at 5-3 but managed to take it to a tiebreak and win it 7-4. The second set was a big battle, as they both held serve until 5-5 where Sharapova stormed and didn't lose a single point to make it to the Quarterfinals, where she will face, best friend and doubles partner, Maria Kirilenko who earlier defeated the other Williams sister 7-5 7-5.

Sharapova served beautifully, serving 8 aces, and hitting her groundstroke very well but the highlight of the day was her dropshots, winning her about 6 points with wonderful dropshots, both backhand and forehand. Sharapova is now into her seventh (:eek:) Quarterfinals and will be looking for her 6th semifinals spot tomorrow.

There you go Uranium!

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Round of 16 Results


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(3) S. Graf def. N. Vaidisova 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 and scrapes by her fellow clay court expert to gain entry into the quarter-finals. In the end Steffi's lobbing skills and court speed helped her to secure the victory over a hard fighting Vaidisova.

:worship:

Dokic!!!
finally another win, but now you will be slaughtered:(

may i say Dokic's ass is :drool: in that pic

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Round of 16 Results


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N. Li def. (3) E. Dementieva 7-6, 6-4 and upsets the Charleston champion to move into the quarter-finals of our Berlin event. Na has 40 less points that Elena, but all good tactics have risks. ;)

can we get QF results as well?:)
I am so excited to finally get a win again:rolls:

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Round of 16 Results


J. Jankovic Vs. A. Chakvetadze
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J. Jankovic def. A. Chakvetadze w/o. Anna didn't send points for the second week in a row.

can we send you pics to use for each season(clay) with our points?

can we send you pics to use for each season(clay) with our points?

sure!

can we get QF results as well?:)
I am so excited to finally get a win again:rolls:

Been on the PC 4 hours already and I have a new born, so quarters will be tomorrow. Don't want to PO the wife ;)

Dokic Eyed Her First Singles Win Of Season
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Berlin, Germany
Jelena Dokic earned her first singles win since joining the tour. Jelena's coach picked up great succes with Davenport before she got a serious back injury and forced to retire. Jelena's coach, saw Jelena and immediately picked her up to train with.
Jelena's hard work has started to pay off just when she wants it to. Jelena has won 3 doubles titles on rebound ace, indoors and Hard courts. Jelena will be seeking to win the doubles title with Justine Henin here on the red clay of Berlin.
"I am playing with Justine, who hasn't exactly done well in doubles in a while, but I hope we can turn it around for her and win the doubles title here."
Dokic competed in singles today against Elena Vesnina, who made the finals last week in Seoul. In set 1, it looked like it was going to be another Dokic loss, as she made tons of unforced errors to be down 5-1, but from then on in Dokic turned it around and started finding a rhythm and hit countless amounts of winners from her forehand. Dokic leveled it at 5-5, before Elena held easily for 5-6. Dokic took it to a tiebreak where she dominated it with 3 aces and moving Elena around to set up easy put away winners. On set point, Elena served a big outwide serve and then hit her short reply crosscourt that Jelena barely ran down and hit a passing shot on, and let out a big "SHOOO!!".
Set 2, Dokic looked confident and kept her same game plan, smacking the ball hard and hitting the lines. Jelena raced off to a 4-0 lead before her opponent hit a controversial shot that was called in and Jelena thought was out.
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Dokic seemed to lose her focus from then on as Elena fought hard to take a 5-4 lead as Jelena just lost her mind and made constant errors. Jelena on the turn over, calmed down and regained her composure and started finding her range again. Jelena saved a set point with her 8th ace. Jelena from then on in was in control and closed out the match with a huge forehand cross court winner.
"It's been a long time since I won a singles title and it is a great feeling. I play Steffi next, I am excited to be in the QF again and hope to give Steffi a nice test, I won't put pressure on myself, I'll just go out there and play my game. I hope I can pull of the upset though."

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Round of 16 Results


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S. Kuznetsova def. F. Schiavone 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 and avoids a first round upset after being down 0-4 in all three sets. Svetlana's serving and lobbing skills allowed her to be victorious in the round of 16 of Berlin.

+2 for article Jelena :yeah:

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Quarter-Final Draw (http://www.tournawiz.com/view_draw.php?id=643&t=3029261)

Maria :yeah: Nice win :bowdown:

Battle of the Masha's next :armed:

First win for Jelena! :D

Though it was through walkover. :o
Next up Na. :scared: She beat another clay expert so hopefully I won't be her next victim. :lol:

:crying2:

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Elena is out alrady?

I changed points for no reason, I bet ill lose to sveta

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Elena is out alrady?

I changed points for no reason, I bet ill lose to sveta

Haha, no you won't.. You're too good. At least you got a bye in the first round. :rolleyes: You're definitely a favourite for the French Open.

Only 3 Russians made it through :sad:

I need to know when Fed Cup is.. because I think the highest rank player will be captain right. :D

From Russia... With Love?

http://www.hindustantimes.com/Images/2008/1/b883e8ec-f694-4427-a3b2-422893b466faHiRes.JPG

On day one of the Qatar Telecom German Open, there were 7 matches and only one match didn't consist of a Russian. Out of the 6, only 3 survived. The first was the clay court expert, Svetlana Kuznetsova, who survived a first round scare by Francesca Schiavone, but eventually winning it 5-7 6-4 6-4. Anna Chakvetadze couldn't compete her match as she pulled out with a shoulder injury. The next was last week's champion, Elena Dementieva, but she couldn't live up to expectations as she lost to Na Li of China 6-7 4-6.

In the bottom half of the draw, Elena Vesnina was beaten by Jelena Dokic 6-7 5-7. Before Kirilenko became, just the second Russian, out of 5, to win her match as she defeated Serena Williams 7-6 7-5. Maria Sharapova was the last Russian on court and she faced the other Williams sister and defeated Venus 7-6 7-5. Svetlana Kuznetsova will now face number 1 seed, Justine Henin and the two Marias will play against each other for a place in the semifinals, so there will at least be one Russian in the semifinals. In the other 2 quarterfinals, it will be Jelena Jankovic against Na Li and number 3 seed Steffi Graf taking on Jelena Dokic.

With the Fed Cup coming, Sharapova looks like she will be the captain of the squad and the schedule of the Fed Cup is still unknown but will be released soon.

Jelena Jankovic Through To Her First Quarterfinal!

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Jelena waves to the crowd as word comes through that Anna Chakvetadze withdrew

ROME, Italy - In her debut match, Jelena Jankovic was really lucky. She advances to the quarterfinals on virtue of a walkover as Anna Chakvetadze withdrew due to an injury. Jelena said, "Well it's not a good way to get your first win but I'm happy to be in the quarterfinals[laughs]. I hope that Anna's injury improves and that she'll be back to competition as soon as possible." Jelena wasn't completely happy though. "I really wish that I could've played the match and earned my way to the quarterfinals but that's how it is in tennis sometimes. I wanted to see how my tactics work but at least I can showcase it on the big stage." In the quarterfinals, Jelena will go up against Na Li who upset 4th seeded Elena Dementieva in the first round. "Na will be a real test for me, she upset a clay court expert in Elena so I have to be on top of my game if I want the win."

:spit: Did Anna step on the court and withdraw at the last minute or Jelena just went to the court and only waving to the crowd?:p :haha:

:spit: Did Anna step on the court and withdraw at the last minute or Jelena just went to the court and only waving to the crowd?:p :haha:

Jelena went on court waiting for Anna and then the upmire received word that Anna retired. ;)

She wanted to play an exhibition but everyone shunned the newomer. :rolleyes: :p

Awww :hug: You'd have to do something to make people notice you then.:angel:
Sveta knows Jelena is a drama queen in herself.:p So make good use of the 'talent'.:lol:

Awww :hug: You'd have to do something to make people notice you then.:angel:
Sveta knows Jelena is a drama queen in herself.:p So make good use of the 'talent'.:lol:

Oh hell no! :haha:

You must've enjoyed that article I wrote in PTT. Martina was one of the main topics. :angel:

Sveta should've played with Jelena. :rolleyes: :p

I need to know when Fed Cup is.. because I think the highest rank player will be captain right. :D

Fed Cup will follow Roland Garros
-it will be on neutral surfaces, and you don't have to be from the same country to play in fed cup. Four players may pick their squad and have names like, USA, Russia, Blond Bomshells, Etc...... (kind of like in Tennis Poker if any of you guys play). Fed Cup will be fun and ranking points will be awarded!

Live Quarter-Finals Coming Up!

Live Quarter-Finals Coming Up!

:bounce:
Thanks GracefulVenus. :hug:

Ajde Jelena! ;)

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Live Quarter-Final Results


(1) J. Henin Vs. S. Kuznetsova


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HENIN - POWER!!!


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BACKHAND CC WINNER!!!

(1) J. Henin

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(1) J. Henin def. S. Kuznetsova 7-5, *7-6 and battles into the semi-finals of the Qatar Telecom German Open against an evenly match opponent in Sveltana Kuznetsova. This is one of those matches where the players were so evenly matched, that luck decided the winner, so the match could have went either way! Great match Justine, don't be discouraged Sveltana you are on the right track!!!

Svetlana. :awww: :hug:

Congrats, Justine! :yeah:

I think my match might be next! :bounce:
Good luck Jelena. :)

Ju!

Sexlana:hug:

:rolleyes:

ooohhh close!

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Live Quarter-Final Results


J. Jankovic Vs. N. Li


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JANKOVIC - FOOTWORK!!!


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7-5

GAME - SET - MATCH
RETURN WINNER!!!

J. Jankovic

http://www.wtnphotos.com/data/655/GYI0051966223051613_1024x768.jpg

J. Jankovic def. N. Li 7-5, 7-5 and moves into the quarter-finals of this prestigous Tier I clay court event. Jelena's footwork and return of serve were simply amazing at the right moments in the match.

Jelena. :woohoo: :hearts:

Into the semifinals! :banana: Next up Justine. :scared:

Na. :hug:
Another article coming later. ;)

Nice start by jelena :yeah:

Jelena. :woohoo: :hearts:

Into the semifinals! :banana: Next up Justine. :scared:

Na. :hug:
Another article coming later. ;)

i wouldn't worry, my points for this tournament aren't very good

don't lie Justine..they are always good:p

i wouldn't worry, my points for this tournament aren't very good

I'm still not sure about mine. :unsure: :lol:

I think they are a bit basic. :p

But good luck for our semifinal match! :yeah:

Allez Ju!

http://www.jrorangebowl.com/upload/rte/Justine_HeninFOR_WEBSITE.jpg

Fed Cup will follow Roland Garros
-it will be on neutral surfaces, and you don't have to be from the same country to play in fed cup. Four players may pick their squad and have names like, USA, Russia, Blond Bomshells, Etc...... (kind of like in Tennis Poker if any of you guys play). Fed Cup will be fun and ranking points will be awarded!

This Sounds Great :yeah:

Dani is soooo in my team! :)

Allez Ju!

http://www.jrorangebowl.com/upload/rte/Justine_HeninFOR_WEBSITE.jpg


Justine lookin' sexy as usual :cool:

WSC

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/graphics/logos/berlin.jpg

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/photogallery/2006/berlin/f_23.jpg


Live Quarter-Final Results


(3) S. Graf Vs. J. Dokic


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6-4

FIRST SET
GRAF - LOB WINNER!!!


Second Set
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6-2

GAME - SET - MATCH
LOB WINNER!!!

(3) S. Graf

http://www.wtnphotos.com/data/632/2123steffi048.jpg

(3) S. Graf def. J. Dokic 6-4, 6-2 and eases into the semi-finals of the German Open. The Estoril Champion continues to play well on the clay surface, this time using her lob effectivley against Jelena.

Allez Ju!

http://www.jrorangebowl.com/upload/rte/Justine_HeninFOR_WEBSITE.jpg

i wanted to post this sexy pic:(

I'm still not sure about mine. :unsure: :lol:

I think they are a bit basic. :p

But good luck for our semifinal match! :yeah:

yes they are, but it's good your recognize that ;)

Whoa. Dominating performance from Steffi. :eek: :yeah:

Jelena. :hug:

yes they are, but it's good your recognize that ;)

:yeah: :p

That's why I see a loss coming up against Juju :sad: but Jelena will do her best. ;)

WSC

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/graphics/logos/berlin.jpg

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/photogallery/2005/berlin/f_26.jpg

Live Quarter-Final Results


M. Kirilenko Vs. (2) M. Sharapova


First Set
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*5-7

FIRST SET
SHARAPOVA - BACKHAND DL WINNER!!!


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6-2

SECOND SET
KIRILENKO - FOREHAND DL WINNER!!!


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GAME - SET - MATCH
SERVICE ACE!!!

(2) M. Sharapova

http://www.wtnphotos.com/data/594/5cdcce3342253c9256be16750d0d0dec-getty-tennis-wta-ita-sharapova-schnyder.jpg

(2) M. Sharapova def. M. Kirilenko *7-5, 2-6, 7-6 and moves past her doubles partner here in Germany with an amazing victory!!! With 8 coin-tosses total in this match we all know it could have went either way today. Sharapova just had more on her serve in final game of the third set. Great match. :worship:

This Sounds Great :yeah:

Dani is soooo in my team! :)

:bounce::drool:

me u momo and shARApova!

Congrats every body!


Bali next?

tough win for sharapova

WSC's

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/graphics/logos/berlin.jpg


Semi-Final Draw (http://www.tournawiz.com/view_draw.php?id=643&t=3029261)

Congrats every body!


Bali next?

yep!

yep!

Cant wait!

Congrats, Masha. :eek: :worship:

Makiri. :( :hug:

Jelena is the only unseeded player in the semis. :lol: :bounce:

...
CANT WAIT!


of to lunch!

Tennisforum is FINALLY back.. anywho.. it should be semifinals now :p

when's doubles?
i'll send soon:p

Should be after singles semis. SO you better send now :p

Sharapova Fights Her Way to Semis

http://img2.freeimagehosting.net/uploads/c78ad6df7a.jpg

Maria Sharapova has fought her way to the semifinals of this year's Qatar Total German Open after defeating best friend and doubles partner, Maria Kirilenko in three tough sets and produced one of the best matches of the year. Maria Sharapova served first and she held serve with Kirilenko following to hold serve. But Maria Kirilenko made the first move of the day, breaking Sharapova to love and held her own sefve to lead 3-1. Sharapova then held serve and broke back to love also, levelling the match back up to 3-3. Both girls continued to hold their serves until 6-5 where Sharapova made the crucial break to win the first set by 7-5.

In the second set, Kirilenko broke Sharapova straight away and cosolidates to lead 0-2, but Sharapova held her own serve and having 2 break points on Kirilenko's serve, she couldn't take it and Kirilenko held her serve. Kirilenko then broke Sharapova again to go up two breaks, but Sharapova took one of them back but this wasn't enough to stop Kirilenko from taking the set 6-2.

The third set was almost the same story as the first, Sharapova held first and broke again, straight away and leads 2-0, but she couldn't hold her own serve and made the set back to neutral. But Sharapova isn't the type of player who would give up and she breaks Kirilenko again but this time she held her serve. Kirilenko held serve the next game, saving 1 break point and breaks Sharapova to love and following that with another love game hold. Everything was equal now at 4-4 and Sharapova was serving. She had 3 game points but couldn't convert so Kirilenko took advantage and broke Sharapova to 15, taking the 5-4 lead and the chance to serve out the match. Kirilenko had 2 match points but a strong-willed Sharapova wouldn't give up as it seems that everytime she's a match point down, she steps her game up a gear. So Sharapova broke and held her game to lead again at 6-5. Kirilenko did well to serve to stay in the match, holding to 30. But in the tiebreaker it was Sharapova who came out on top, with the score 7-2.

Sharapova will now face number 3 seed, Steffi Graf and is looking for her 2nd final. This is Sharapova's 6th semifinals in a row and she is happy about the way she played today. If she wins her semifinals match tomorrow, she will be most likely to take over the number 3 spot. If she loses, she will stay as number 4.

Fed Cup will follow Roland Garros
-it will be on neutral surfaces, and you don't have to be from the same country to play in fed cup. Four players may pick their squad and have names like, USA, Russia, Blond Bomshells, Etc...... (kind of like in Tennis Poker if any of you guys play). Fed Cup will be fun and ranking points will be awarded!

so can we get like a commitment thread for it?
i would like for my team to be
Dokic, Venus, Sveta and Golovin:)
:)

We'll get a commitment during or just before Roland Garros

Anyway:
Awesome Foursome:
Amelie Mauresmo, Justine Henin, Daniela Hantuchova and Maria Sharapova

more like the big fat losers who are going to lose early:o

No way.. you wish

Semis coming up!

more like the big fat losers who are going to lose early:o

Scoff Dokic has won how maany matches?

We'll get a commitment during or just before Roland Garros

Anyway:
Awesome Foursome:
Amelie Mauresmo, Justine Henin, Daniela Hantuchova and Maria Sharapova

If you add us together you get 10 (eleven after the bali final) titles

Interview with Jelena Dokic
http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/11/05/jelena_dokic_narrowweb__300x426,0.jpg
Berlin, Germany
After her tough loss yesterday to Steffi Graf, Dokic in her press conference decided to discuss some issues involving her game and Fed Cup.
Q: What happened out there against Steffi?
JD: I tried to play my best game out there, but nothing was working for me. Steffi is an amazing clay courter and clay is my worst, so I felt like I didn't have much of a chance anyways. It didn't help the cause when I fell on my ankle in the second set.
Q: What do you think of your game right now?
JD: I feel confident, I finally got my first win since Sydney and am gaining my confidence in singles back. I am also doing well in doubles, so I am happy with my game.
Q: You've had some bad losses, is this your worst so far?
JD: No, I was outplayed by Steffi, but my worst was losing to Kirilenko 6-2 6-2 in front of my home crowd, it was a very sad moment for me.
Q: What are your thoughts about the upcoming events, like the French Open?
JD: I am optimistic, I am improving with the passing of each match, and I play in Rome next. I hope to get a kind draw, and hope to do well. At Roland Garros, I feel I am a dark horse that can pull off an upset on any day, so beware!
Q: How about your thoughts on Fed Cup?
JD: I am looking forward to it. I would like to play with my countrywoman Stosur or my good friend Golovin. I hope to get a good team and just be successful.
Q: You're playing doubles here, correct?
JD: Yes, I am playing with Justine Henin and we will look forward to playing and trying to win this title. I have won on Rebound Ace, Indoors and Hard, so I only need clay and grass, to have won on every surface.
Q: Who are your friends on tour?
JD: I am friends with Golovin and Dementieva, they are probably the 2 I am closest to. Also, Sveta, ugly girls need love too:hug:
Q: Who aren't you close with?
JD: I don't like Maria Sharapova or Amelie Mauresmo, they are way to arrogant for my liking, not to mention the incidents between them in the locker room, but that's on the down low.
Q: What tournament are you looking forward to this season?
JD: Without doubt Wimbledon, I love grass and I feel that Wimbledon will bring me great success.
Q: Good Luck in doubles this week.
JD: Thank you.

Scoff Dokic has won how maany matches?



If you add us together you get 10 (eleven after the bali final) titles

times will be a changing!:devil:

Interview with Jelena Dokic
http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/11/05/jelena_dokic_narrowweb__300x426,0.jpg
JD: I don't like Maria Sharapova or Amelie Mauresmo, they are way to arrogant for my liking, not to mention the incidents between them in the locker room, but that's on the down low.
.[/B]

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

so can we get like a commitment thread for it?
i would like for my team to be
Dokic, Venus, Sveta and Golovin:)
:)
:D :banana:

We'll get a commitment during or just before Roland Garros

Anyway:
Awesome Foursome:
Amelie Mauresmo, Justine Henin, Daniela Hantuchova and Maria Sharapova
All of them won almost all singles titles this season.:help: Unfair.:(

Interview with Jelena Dokic
http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/11/05/jelena_dokic_narrowweb__300x426,0.jpg
Berlin, Germany
After her tough loss yesterday to Steffi Graf, Dokic in her press conference decided to discuss some issues involving her game and Fed Cup.
Q: What happened out there against Steffi?
JD: I tried to play my best game out there, but nothing was working for me. Steffi is an amazing clay courter and clay is my worst, so I felt like I didn't have much of a chance anyways. It didn't help the cause when I fell on my ankle in the second set.
Q: What do you think of your game right now?
JD: I feel confident, I finally got my first win since Sydney and am gaining my confidence in singles back. I am also doing well in doubles, so I am happy with my game.
Q: You've had some bad losses, is this your worst so far?
JD: No, I was outplayed by Steffi, but my worst was losing to Kirilenko 6-2 6-2 in front of my home crowd, it was a very sad moment for me.
Q: What are your thoughts about the upcoming events, like the French Open?
JD: I am optimistic, I am improving with the passing of each match, and I play in Rome next. I hope to get a kind draw, and hope to do well. At Roland Garros, I feel I am a dark horse that can pull off an upset on any day, so beware!
Q: How about your thoughts on Fed Cup?
JD: I am looking forward to it. I would like to play with my countrywoman Stosur or my good friend Golovin. I hope to get a good team and just be successful.
Q: You're playing doubles here, correct?
JD: Yes, I am playing with Justine Henin and we will look forward to playing and trying to win this title. I have won on Rebound Ace, Indoors and Hard, so I only need clay and grass, to have won on every surface.
Q: Who are your friends on tour?
JD: I am friends with Golovin and Dementieva, they are probably the 2 I am closest to.
Q: Who aren't you close with?
JD: I don't like Maria Sharapova or Amelie Mauresmo, they are way to arrogant for my liking, not to mention the incidents between them in the locker room, but that's on the down low.
Q: What tournament are you looking forward to this season?
JD: Without doubt Wimbledon, I love grass and I feel that Wimbledon will bring me great success.
Q: Good Luck in doubles this week.
JD: Thank you.

Where is Sveta?!:mad: Then I might join other groups.:p
Surprisingly,Lena who is Dokic's best friend isn't in her Fed Cup group list.:p

what incidents? :lol: :lol:

WSC's

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/graphics/logos/berlin.jpg

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/photogallery/2006/berlin/f_23.jpghttp://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/photogallery/2005/berlin/f_26.jpg


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(3) S. Graf Vs. (2) M. Sharapova


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GRAF - RETURN WINNER!!!


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GAME - SET - MATCH
TOUCH!!!

(3) S. Graf

http://www.wtnphotos.com/data/632/21237436797graf.jpg

(3) S. Graf def. (2) M. Sharapova 6-2, 6-4 and continues her fine clay court play into the finals of Berlin. Steffi's return of serve and feel the for ball kept Maria off balaced today.

:D :banana:


All of them won almost all singles titles this season.:help: Unfair.:(



Where is Sveta?!:mad: Then I might join other groups.:p
Surprisingly,Lena who is Dokic's best friend isn't in her Fed Cup group list.:p
I will add you Sveta:)
I'll take Venus off the fed cup:lol:
so
Dokic, Sveta, Elena and Golovin
what incidents? :lol: :lol:

oo you know Momo:hehehe:

Sveta has been added:)
i hope you like my comment:angel:

Sveta has been added:)
i hope you like my comment:angel:

Sveta isn't ugly.:mad: :ras: :p

:sad: Oh well. For the doubles semis.. use my points first please!

Sveta isn't ugly.:mad: :ras: :p

Denial is not just a river in Egypt:hug:
we love you Kuzy:lol:

Sveta isn't ugly.:mad: :ras: :p

Sexlana is hottay!:mad:

Also, Sveta, ugly girls need love too


:rolls:
so wrong!!!:lol:

sveta=sexy

Sharapova Crashes Out

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2071/2494015822_882a338240_o.jpg

Maria Sharapova has crashed out of the Qatar Telecom German Open losing to Steffi Graf 6-4 6-2.Despite the loss, Sharapova will stay at number 4 after Samantha Stosur also crashed out in the semifinals in Bali. Steffi Graf will be the new number 3 and Samantha Stosur will move down to number 5 when the new rankigns are released next week. Sharapova said that she was still tired from last night's long match but didn't blame it on the fatigue. She simply said that "Steffi played better today, she deserves to be in the finals."

Shafanovic, with my final will i stay put?? :o

WSC's

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/graphics/logos/berlin.jpg

http://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/photogallery/2006/berlin/f_23.jpghttp://www.sonyericssonwtatour.com/3/global/photogallery/2005/berlin/f_26.jpg


Live Semi-Finals


(1) J. Henin Vs. J. Jankovic


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JANKOVIC - BACKHAND CC WINNER!!!


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HENIN - LOB WINNER!!!


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GAME - SET - MATCH
VOLLEY WINNER!!!

(1) J. Henin

http://www.wtnphotos.com/data/3499/justine_henin.jpg

(1) J. Henin def. J. Jankovic 4-6, *7-5, 6-3 and battles into the finals of Berlin over the newcomber Jankovic. Justines lobbing skills and net play allowed her to turn this match around.

Justine:)

doubles now Warren?:awww:
i should get +4 for my interview, Jelena doesn't