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Have You Ever Hung Up a Photo as Motivation?
I haven't yet cracked a copy of Andre Agassi's new tell-all, Open, but I have been reading reviews and can't help but be fascinated by the revelations about the tennis star, his equally talented wife, and his ex, Brooke Shields. I especially love this tidbit:
In preparation for her wedding to Agassi, Shields embarks on an exercise regimen and hangs an inspiration photo on the refrigerator door. The photo is of the woman who Shields thinks has perfect legs.
Serena Williams Named Woman of the Year
Looks like having a potty mouth won't hurt you too much. Serena Williams is one of 11 outstanding ladies Glamour magazine has chosen for its Women of the Year issue.
Glamour cites Williams's competitive spirit and drive as a testament to her success, even in the face of hardships like the tragic murder of her sister Yetunde and her rise through the rankings after suffering injuries in 2006.
Women and Anger: Serena's Outburst at the US Open
Anger in tennis is not without precedent: Jimmy Connors and John "Superbrat" McEnroe were criticized for their oncourt outbursts at linespeople when they didn't agree on a call; they were also beloved for their passion. But a couple days ago at the US Open when Serena Williams disputed a call by getting in the linesperson's face and allegedly telling her she wanted to shove a tennis ball down her throat, some people didn't think that her punishment was enough.
Williams was fined the on-site maximum $10,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct and $500 for racket abuse, and her action caused her the match point.
Guess Who's Watching the US Open?
Tennis fans abound in Hollywood, and the celebs are flocking to the stands at the US Open. The tournament wraps up today, but the last two weeks at Flushing Meadows have been grand. Can you guess the celebs watching the action from the stands?
Courtly Fashions: Looks From the US Open
Readers, you might be wondering why fashion maven Anna Wintour is gracing the pages of FitSugar. It is because this shot of her, with her hair slightly askew, is from the US Open. Anna is a tennis fan, and the style and sport intersection doesn't end there, so check out this US Open fashion slideshow.
Kim Clijsters Wins One For Working Mothers Everywhere
Serve one up for all of the mothers out there. The decision to return to work after the birth of a baby can be hard. For professional athletes, the preparation requires more than just emotional strength but physical preparation.
US Open News: Meet "Little Miss Upset"
American Melanie Oudin has been christened with the nickname "Little Miss Upset" and this is not because of whiny antics on the court.
The nickname is inspired by Oudin's unexpected wins. The unseeded 17-year-old beat champion Maria Sharapova earlier last week as well as many seeded players, most recently Nadia Petrova in three sets.
Tennis Anyone? Getting Into the US Open
Over Labor Day weekend, I tend to watch a lot of the US Open. It inspires me to head to the court and play a set or two. Here are some posts that might inspire you to pick up your racquet.
Tennis 101: How to Score
Welcome back to Tennis 101. While Maria Sharapova is showing us how it's done during this week's riveting US Open tournament, I'm offering a primer for the rest of us.
Now that you know what to expect from your first lesson and how to behave on the court, it's time to tackle the more complicated stuff: scoring a tennis match.
Tennis 101: On-Court Etiquette
Welcome back to Tennis 101. In honor of the 2009 US Open this week, I'm serving up a series about the sport, from what to expect at your first lesson to trivia about US Open champs.
Today, we'll tackle the topic of tennis etiquette.
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