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From the monthly archives: September 2009
*UPDATED on Friday, September 25!* For those who can’t get enough of Fashionister Federer, here’s a shot of Roger at Friday’s Versace show. Some “on the Scene” tweeting follows: The fashion world is all “atweet” about Roger’s appearance in Milan. Here are some samples: Lorraine Candy (Editrix of British Elle) on Friday morning: “Where’s Roger [...]
Continue Reading →Duh, duh, duh, duh, duh, duh, duh, duh. (Sorry, that’s supposed to be Mendelssohn’s wedding march but typed out it looks more like the theme from Jaws. . .) What’s up with tennis players taking it down the aisle in 2009? Roger Federer, Andy Roddick and even Simone Bolelli have all tied the knot with [...]
Continue Reading →Justine Henin claims it was Roger Federer, not Kim Clijsters, who really inspired her return to tennis – by sparking her longing for the one Major she hasn’t won: Wimbledon. These quotes come from her t.v. appearance on RTL-TVI: “Roger Federer’s victory at Roland Garros spoke to me much more (than Clijster’s comeback) because it [...]
Continue Reading →Was Serena Williams doing some method acting at the US Open? Serena Williams will be the new ‘tude for Tampax. Here’s the press release (via Ad Week): “Williams will be featured in a series of playful, lighthearted advertisements and online videos. In each piece, Williams defeats Tampax’s Mother Nature character, who tries to deliver her [...]
Continue Reading →Big thanks to Miri at Nadal News for posting this big juicy hunk of Rafael Nadal. I guess he’s promoting some kind of hoodie with a name that sounds like a model of airplane or a wingnut. Whatever, me likey! Don’t worry, guys, I found some Maria Sharapova for you. Enjoy!
Continue Reading →Justine Henin announced her return to the pro tour on Belgian television on Tuesday: I have a smattering of French – enough to get the gist of what she’s saying – but I’m not fluent enough to provide a transcript. Feel free to provide your translations in the comments section! The New York Times has [...]
Continue Reading →Will the thought of Justine Henin back on the court – sporting her no-nonsense Adidas kit and a stick-straight ponytail – strike fear into the hearts of her WTA colleagues? Will the threat of her steely resolve, butterfly feet and whipping forehand cut beach holidays short? Will the words of Carlos Rodriguez make the blood [...]
Continue Reading →Justine Henin announced live via Belgian television today that she will be returning to professional tennis in 2010. I followed the live chat on Le Soir, and picked up some quotes. I did my best to translate the quotes they put up: “I’ll return to tour very quickly. I’m very excited.” “It’s amazing, it’s true. [...]
Continue Reading →Roger Federer was snapped by the paparazzi (the real, Italian kind!) as he, Mirka and family jetted out of Genova, Italy on Monday. Hopefully the hard working Team Fed has scheduled some well-deserved R&R far from the reach of telephoto lenses. Federer won both of his live rubbers in Davis Cup this past weekend, helping [...]
Continue Reading →Roger Federer led a hilarious sing along after leading Team Suisse to Davis Cup victory this weekend. Guess we’ve found one thing this “Mighty Swiss” isn’t good at. . . Thanks to GTT reader “Fedfangirl” for sharing! And I love her comment: “Can you survive the full two minutes and still respect him in the [...]
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