Ana Ivanovic's legacy far more than a one-hit wonder
Perhaps Ana Ivanovic never lived up to the expectations that came after winning the 2008 French Open title, but it doesn't mean she's a player we will soon forget.
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Andy Murray ends 2016 in defeat
Andy Murray ended a triumphant 2016 in defeat, beaten for the first time by David Goffin in the Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi.
Former No. 1 Ivanovic retiring from tennis
Citing health setbacks as the main reason, former No. 1 player Ana Ivanovic, 29, announced her retirement from tennis on Wednesday.
Federer says he hopes to play 2 or 3 more years
Roger Federer says he hopes to play at least two or three more years and that retirement isn't part of his thought process.
Love-love: Serena, Reddit co-founder engaged
A spokesperson says Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian popped the question to Serena Williams while they were vacationing in Rome.
Kvitova able to move fingers, out of hospital
Petra Kvitova's recovery from surgery on her left hand is going well after a knife-wielding intruder attacked her.
Keys to miss Aussie Open; del Potro also pulls out
Madison Keys had a "very short" procedure on her wrist in October and will not play in the Australian Open. On the men's side, Juan Martin del Potro also will sit out the year's first major.
Arise, Sir Andy
World No. 1 Andy Murray is to be knighted in the New Year's honours list for his services to tennis and charity.
Mature Murray hopes to end on a high (0:35)
No hard feelings with Kyrgios, says Wawrinka
Stanislas Wawrinka says he has no issue with Nick Kyrgios ahead of the Australian Open despite the pair reportedly involved in a dressing room scuffle after 'that sledge' about his girlfriend.
Tennis in 2016: On-court stories of the year
Novak Djokovic made history, but Andy Murray ended up on top. Here are our top on-court stories of 2016.
Sharapova, match-fixing and the crazy off-court stories of 2016
There were so many notable off-court stories this season, that Nick Kyrgios' suspension did not even make the list.
Watch me! Federer streams practice session
So, what should we expect from Roger Federer this season? We, of course, won't know for a while, but we did get some insight after he streamed an entire practice session.
Bouchard: Serena's consistency is remarkable (0:29)
The top tennis shot of 2016 belonged to ...
Like every season, there are some spectacular tennis shots, but there was something special about these doozies this players hit in 2016.
Why your kids need to lose
You know it's bad when you have to break out your "fetch me a roll of toilet paper" voice. That's what prompted Sam Weinman to talk to Sara Whalen Hess, Susan Lucci and more for "Win at Losing."
Social reax: Tennis universe sends best wishes to Kvitova
Tennis players from around the globe responded quickly after Petra Kvitova was injured by a knife-wielding attacker at her home Tuesday.
Tennis world rejoices for Victoria Azarenka
Two-time Australian Open champ Victoria Azarenka welcomed a new addition to her family among good wishes from former and current players in the tennis community.
Serena, Common talk race and identity
After a year in which the sports world was dominated by national anthem protests and equal-pay debates, Common and Serena Williams recently sat down for a candid conversation about fame, race and gender.
Eight standout moments from The Undefeated In-Depth: Serena with Common
Her body, her boldness -- so many great moments, but we tried to narrow it down.
The Undefeated In-Depth: Serena with Common
The Undefeated In-Depth: Serena with Common
Part 1: 'I think in the beginning of this journey I was definitely misunderstood'
Part 1: 'I think in the beginning of this journey I was definitely misunderstood'
The Undefeated In-Depth: Serena with Common
Part 2: 'I'm really proud to wear this color every single day of my life'
Part 2: 'I'm really proud to wear this color every single day of my life'
The Undefeated In-Depth: Serena with Common
Part 3: 'I'm not asking you to like it. I like it. And I love me'
Part 3: 'I'm not asking you to like it. I like it. And I love me'
The Undefeated In-Depth: Serena with Common
Part 4: 'I don't have fear'
Part 4: 'I don't have fear'
Kecmanovic on meticulous plan to become a tennis star
Get used to this name because nothing seems to be in the way of future success for top-ranked junior Miomir Kecmanovic.
Why the Moya hire might not be the solution for Nadal
Rafael Nadal has added Carlos Moya to his coaching team, but is it the solution to get the 14-time Grand Slam winner back on track?
Djokovic, Serena find themselves in precarious situations
What do we make of Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams after their second-half declines in 2016? Truth is, we really don't know.
Del Potro's thriller tops 2016 tennis matches of the year
Who doesn't love an instant classic? Well, we have 10 of them in our 2016 matches of the season.
To the legends and the lost: Best photos of 2016
This year, we crowned champions and bid some farewell. Here are a few of the most iconic moments of 2016.
In love with New York, Safina gives coaching a shot
Dinara Safina jogs along the Hudson River and has a driver take her to her job on Coney Island. With no regrets, the former world No. 1 tennis player is launching a second career as a coach.
Brown, Radwanska rule the 2016 tennis highlight reel
Looking for that "wow" moment? Just check out some of these shots Dustin Brown and Agnieszka Radwanska hit this season.
Sharapova saga tops 2016 tennis disappointments
Maria Sharapova's shocking announcement that she tested positive for an illegal substance was only one of our 2016 disappointing moments.
Time to exhale from a head-spinning 2016 tennis season
Take a good look at today's tennis stars, and you'll see that nearly every one of them was involved in some sort of drama, if not turmoil, in 2016.
Remember Whensday: Arthur Ashe becomes first African-American tennis player ranked No. 1 in the US
'He took the burden of race and wore it as a cloak of dignity.'
The making of world No. 1 Angelique Kerber
It wasn't long ago that Angelique Kerber found herself amid a large pack of players unable to make a permanent mark on tour. That all changed in 2016.
Burning desire just not there for Nick Kyrgios
We know Nick Kyrgios is mercurial, if not volatile. But we've never really questioned his aspirations ... until now.
Pam Shriver on 2016 IMPACT25 honoree Angelique Kerber
Australian and US Open champion Angelique Kerber is a 2016 IMPACT25 athlete. We asked International Tennis Hall of Fame member and ESPN commentator Pam Shriver to break down her breakout season.
Murray, Kerber battle for 2016 player of the year
Murray or Kerber? You could make a case for either to top our 2016 player of the year. So this winner is ...
IPTL season culminates in hope despite problems aplenty
The organisers are confident that player support and the novelty of the format will help the league survive despite financial pressures.
Sania: No one can stay No. 1 forever
After a roller-coaster ride in 2016, Sania Mirza is hopeful of continuing her early success with new partner Barbora Strycova next season.
Coaching carousel spinning out of control on tennis tour
Inevitably, there's some coaching turnover, but the number of changes this offseason is baffling. Is it just an anomaly, or is something bigger going on?
How Andy Murray became the new Novak Djokovic
There's something to be said about coaching stability. Look no further than the recent decisions Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic have made.
What surprises are in store at Aussie?
Breakthroughs for Milos Raonic and Madison Keys? A stumble by Andy Murray? Here are some bold predictions about the 2017 Australian Open, which will be here before you know it.
The feel-good sports story that is Juan Martin del Potro
Comeback stories in sports are nothing new. But the one we're seeing from the Argentine tennis star is one to notice and appreciate.
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