* Federer makes Grand Slam history Jul 7, 2009
Roger Federer, second right, poses with the Wimbledon Trophy with former tennis champions Bjorn Borg, left, Pete Sampras, second left, and Rod Laver at the All England Tennis Club in London on Sunday ... Accompanied by his wife, Bridgette Wilson, he sat next to Spanish great Manolo Santana and a few seats from Laver and Bjorn Borg. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Kevin ArmstrongINSIDE TENNIS Jul 7, 2009
In 1979, the men's title match between Bjorn Borg and Roscoe Tanner was the first Wimbledon final to air live; but 30 years later, NBC stands firm on its decision to run lead-up matches on tape delay instead of pre-empting its Today Show. While fans have the options of watching slow-moving international telecasts via the internet or listening to Radio Wimbledon on the event's official Web site, NBC continues to show it's behind the times on Slam broadcasts. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Thorpe moves to scuttle doping claims Jul 7, 2009
July 06, 2009 07:42pm AEST. IAN Thorpe has provided the country's drug testing agency with medical evidence in an attempt to clear his name of doping. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)
SelenaRobertsViewpoint An uncelebrated asset makes all the difference for Roger Federer. Jul 7, 2009
Sampras was on site at Wimbledon, seated in the box of legends alongside Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg, to watch Federer pass his all-time Slam record of 14. "Seven years, you let me have it," Sampras said in the Nike ad. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Garber » Jul 7, 2009
Wimbledon: Experts weigh in on Roger Federer's record 15th Grand Slam title - ESPN. Updated: July 6, 2009, 5:44 AM ET. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Small army sets stage for great golf Jul 6, 2009
And McEnroe kept from going overboard afterward, joking to the victorious Federer that he should "throw a bone" to Roddick in some future major and, when spotting Wimbledon champs Rod Laver, Pete Sampras and Bjorn Borg together, saying he "felt like diving in like they do at a concert." That would have been good TV.. Wimbledon P.S. ESPN Classic will replay Sunday's final three times today in 15 hours of total coverage starting at 9 a.m. ET. The overnight rating for NBC's coverage Saturday of the... (USA Today -- Sports)
Major record Jul 6, 2009
Also on hand were Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver ... 1980: Bjorn Borg def ... 1979: Bjorn Borg def. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Federer climbs to top at place it all began Jul 6, 2009
Also on hand were Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver ... -- Most Wimbledon titles (Open Era, 1968-present): Pete Sampras, 7; Federer, 6; Bjorn Borg 5. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Epic win over Roddick gives Federer record for major titles Jul 6, 2009
Also on hand were Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver. "It's not really one of those goals you set as a little boy, but man, it's been quite a career and quite a month," Federer said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Federer By The Numbers Jul 6, 2009
The only other men's players in the open era with winning percentages above 80 are Bjorn Borg (89. 8), Rafael Nadal (85. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Swiss master edges brave Roddick for a record 15th Grand Slam title Jul 6, 2009
Sampras, and fellow greats Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg were on hand to watch Federers bid for history, as were Hollywood giants Woody Allen and Russell Crowe, such was the attraction of the Centre Court blockbuster. Federer, in a record seventh straight Wimbledon final and 20th Grand Slam title match, saw Roddick save four break points in the 11th game of the opening set and he immediately paid a heavy price. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Celizic: No doubting Federers place in history Jul 6, 2009
July 5: John McEnroe asks Pete Sampras, Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg if they believe Roger Federer is the best of all time. NBC Sports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Federer captures 15th major title Jul 6, 2009
With lodge brothers - former champs Rod Laver, Pete Sampras, Bjorn Borg, Manolo Santana - peering over his shoulder from the Royal Box, Federer felt extra juiced to win, thus eclipsing Sampras s record for majors that had stood since 2002. But to keep up with the new Roddick, Federer needed the prime serving matinee of his career: 50 aces, one short of the house record held by the Leaning Tower of Zagreb, 6-foot-10-inch Ivo Karlovic. (Boston Globe)
Powell: Tiger vs. Roger: Advantage, Federer Jul 6, 2009
Thats 15 Grand Slam tournament titles now, one more than Woods and also Pete Sampras, who watched history unfold from the Royal Box at Centre Court with Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg and gave the marathon win over Andy Roddick an enthusiastic thumbs-up. He could get 17, 18 Slams when hes done, gushed Sampras, who anointed Federer the best tennis player ever. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Federer rules the record book with 15th Slam Jul 6, 2009
The tennis gods as well as Sampras, Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg, all in front-row seats must have enjoyed every moment of the 4-hour, 16-minute tussle ... July 5: John McEnroe asks Pete Sampras, Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg if they believe Roger Federer is the best of all time. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Federer: Tiebreak No Longer Necessary Jul 6, 2009
He gave a regal performance in front of Pistol Pete and fellow tennis royalty, Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg. In fact, Roddick pushed Federer, who last month completed the career Grand Slam with his straight-set victory over Robert Soldering at Roland Gaross, all over the court, holding serve until the final game. (Multichannel News)
Tennis: Federer makes Grand Slam history with epic Wimbledon triumph Jul 6, 2009
"Getting 15 Grand Slam titles is not something you dream about when you are a little boy, but I've had a great career. "It's been quite a month winning the French Open and Wimbledon back-to-back just like Bjorn Borg did ... Sampras, and fellow greats Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg were on hand to watch Federer's bid for history, as were Hollywood giants Woody Allen and Russell Crowe, such was the attraction of the Centre Court blockbuster. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Federer outlasts Roddick for record 15th Grand Slam Jul 6, 2009
Also on hand were Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver ... Bjorn Borg - 6 5 - 11. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Breaking down Federer's career Jul 6, 2009
The only other men's players in the open era with winning percentages above 80 are Bjorn Borg (89. 8), Rafael Nadal (85. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Federer makes Grand Slam history at Wimbledon Jul 6, 2009
Accompanied by his wife, Bridgette Wilson, he sat next to Spanish great Manolo Santana and a few seats from Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg. When Federer walked from his changeover chair to the service line, he gestured to Sampras in greeting. (Anchorage Daily News)
Federer's grand slam wins Jul 6, 2009
2005 Wimbledon - bt Andy Roddick (USA) 6-2, 7-6 (7/2), 6-4 - Federer joins Pete Sampras and Bjorn Borg as the only players to win three Wimbledon titles in a row in the Open era ... He also becomes only the third man in the Open era after Bjorn Borg and Sampras to win four Wimbledons in a row. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Federer the unbackable favourite Jul 5, 2009
Rod Laver and Bjorn Borg will be there. So too Ilie Nastase and Guillermo Vilas. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Record-breaking man Federer blasts past Haas to book his 20th Grand Slam final Jul 4, 2009
Watched by Grand Slam greats Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver, comfortably installed in the Royal Box, the world number two put on a magnificent show of serving against the German 31-year-old, not giving up a single break point. Tommy played great so I knew that there was a danger. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
VIEW: It's part of marketing Jul 4, 2009
Physical attractiveness has had a role to play there as well, from Bjorn Borg to Boris Becker to Roger Federer. Little wonder that Andre Agassi had acquired cult status in his first, flamboyant avatar even though the quality of his tennis was far superior in the latter stages of his career. (India Times, India)
Wimbledon Notebook: Venus, Serena team up Jul 4, 2009
Tennis legends Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver watched from the Royal Box. Roddick, a two-time Wimbledon finalist, has not won a Grand Slam since the 2003 U.S. Open and was 2-6 against Murray before yesterday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Federer rolls into Wimbledon final Jul 4, 2009
That broke Federer's tie with Bjorn Borg (a finalist from 1976-81) who was one of the legends court-side, along with Australia's Rod Laver, another whom the Swiss now rubs shoulders in the game's pantheon. This will also be Federer's 20th grand slam final, one more than Ivan Lendl with whom had shared the all-time record. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Federer Faces Roddick In Wimbledon Finals Jul 4, 2009
Then he gave a little wave of his racket in the direction of his pregnant wife, his parents and other supporters in the guest seats above a scoreboard, before making the same gesture toward the Royal Box, where past greats of the game Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver were among the invited guests. Winning a Wimbledon semifinal - indeed, any Grand Slam semifinal. (CBS News)
Federer smashes into final Jul 4, 2009
Watched by Grand Slam greats Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver, comfortably installed in the Royal Box, the world number two put on a magnificent show of serving against the German 31-year-old, not giving up a single break point. "Tommy played great so I knew that there was a danger. I'm happy with my performance and it's unbelievable to be in another final," said Federer. (iAfrica.com)
Andy vs. Andy Jul 3, 2009
Roddick, Murray face off carrying big burdens - Tennis- nbcsports. Roddick, Murray face off carrying big burdens. (MSNBC -- Sports)
US Open Ticket Packages to be Auctioned to Support GW Tennis Jul 3, 2009
Past attendees include Billie Jean King, Chris Evert, Rod Laver, Stan Smith, John Newcombe, Bjorn Borg, John McEnroe, Patrick McEnroe, Mary Joe Fernandez, Guillermo Vilas, Illie Nastase, Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Kirk Douglas, Robin Williams, Rob Thomas (musician, lead singer of Matchbox 20), Robert DeNiro and Diana Ross. BIDDING PROCESS. (Gwsports.com)
Roddick, Murray face off carrying big burdens Jul 3, 2009
Electric' crowd expected for Andy vs. Andy semifinal at Wimbledon. Andy Roddick gives the thumbs-up after defeating Lleyton Hewitt in theirquarterfinal match at Wimbledon on Wednesday. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
'Andymonium' at Wimbledon: Roddick vs. Murray in semis Jul 3, 2009
Andymonium' at Wimbledon: Roddick vs. Murray in semis - USATODAY.com. Andymonium' at Wimbledon: Roddick vs. Murray in semis. (USA Today -- Sports)
Full Story » Jul 3, 2009
Andy vs. Andy: Roddick faces Murray at Wimbledon - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Federer may reclaim No. 1 rank, but can he keep hold of spot? Jun 29, 2009
Burnout also is credited for affecting former No. 1s such as Wilander and Bjorn Borg, who exited the game at 26 once he lost the top ranking in 1981. "Wilander crashed and burned," Lendl says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Jenkins: Wimbledon's greatest Jun 29, 2009
In ensuing years, Ashe claimed that if Connors had won that match, "Bjorn Borg might not have won those five straight Wimbledons (1976-80). Losing to me, and then to (Manuel) Orantes in the (1975) U.S. Open, rattled Connors just long enough for Borg to get in the door.". 8. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Wimbledon: U.S. teenupsets Jankovic Jun 28, 2009
When I think about watching Bjorn Borg and Boris Becker in their starched whites at Wimbledon, I just cant believe Melanie is there. Its hardly any words other than, Wow. (MSNBC -- Sports)
SI.com's writers offer latest news Jun 26, 2009
" Nice moment. Somewhere, Bjorn Borg is smiling. -- Richard Deitsch CURRY HEADED TO SUNS? It looks like the rumors had some truth to them. Hope you like the desert, Mr. Curry. 10:38 p.m.: As one of the 5,000 point guards Minnesota selected this evening, Jonny Flynn sounds like someone who'll be sticking around with the Timberwolves: "Going to Minnesota is a great fit for me," said Flynn. "You've got and , two big men that can make my life easier. I get them the ball in situations where they can... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Federer wants Wimbledon Jun 21, 2009
For Federer, there are other laurels at stake this fortnight: He could match Nadal's feat from 2008 of winning the French Open and Wimbledon in the same season -- that had not been done since Bjorn Borg in 1980. "I feel like I've got the game, I've got the mental approach and I've got the experience ... to win at Wimbledon many more times," Federer said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Capsules on top men's Wimbledon players Jun 20, 2009
When Nadal upset Federer in the 2008 Wimbledon final, the Spaniard became the first man since Bjorn Borg in 1980 to win at Roland Garros and the All England Club in the same year. Now Federer will attempt to match that. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Federer aims to claim 6th Wimbledon, 15th major Jun 20, 2009
As 2002 champion Lleyton Hewitt put it: "Roger's going to be the one to beat.''The same must be said of the Williams sisters, particularly Venus. As has been the case with Federer in recent years, Wimbledon is their turf.Venus has played in seven finals at the All England Club, winning five championships, including the past two. Serena has played in four finals, winning two.Pay no heed to the rankings, which have both sisters behind No. 1 Dinara Safina. Here are the numbers that really matter:... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Federer seeks sixth Wimbledon title, 15th Slam Jun 20, 2009
For Federer, there are other laurels at stake this fortnight: He could match Nadal's feat from 2008 of winning the French Open and Wimbledon in the same season -- that hadn't been done since Bjorn Borg in 1980. Plus, Federer can reclaim the No. 1 ranking, although he said that doesn't concern him. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
JonWertheimInside Tennis Setting the stage for the greatest tennis match ever played. Jun 19, 2009
Wearing a magnificent gray suit to match his magnificent gray mane of hair, Bjorn Borg sat in the front row of the Royal Box behind the baseline, amid various dignitaries. Present, too, were other members of tennis' Mount Rushmore. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
As Nadal struggles on grass, Federer aims at sixth Wimbledon victory(update) Jun 19, 2009
For Federer, there are other laurels at stake this fortnight: He could match Nadal's feat from 2008 of winning the French Open and Wimbledon in the same season - that hadn't been done since Bjorn Borg in 1980. Plus, Federer can reclaim the No. 1 ranking if he wins Wimbledon and Nadal, who is nursing sore knees, loses before the semifinals. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Classic moments Jun 18, 2009
He became the first man to win the French Open and Wimbledon in the same year since Bjorn Borg in 1980. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Borg favors Federer for Wimbledon title Jun 17, 2009
LONDON, June 16 (Xinhua) -- A year after Bjorn Borg wrote off Roger Federer's chances of capturing the 2008 Wimbledon title, the Swedish great put once again the Swiss as top favor to the All England Club title. Borg tipped Rafael Nadal to win the grasscourt major 12 months ago and despite being proved right, his comments did not go down well with Federer. (Xinhuanet, China)
Tennis: Battling Federer faces Soderling in final Jun 6, 2009
With compatriot and six-time winner Bjorn Borg in support, the 24-year-old Soderling clinched another famous victory, coming back from 1-4 down in the final set against Gonzalez. Soderling, who had never got beyond the third round in any of his 21 previous majors, is the first Swede to reach the final since coach Magnus Norman in 2000 while Mats Wilander was the country's last champion in 1988. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Magill: Now an international game Jun 6, 2009
Thanks to Lufler, Sweden turned out many of the world's greatest players, headed by Bjorn Borg and Stefan Edberg. Furthermore, countries throughout the world have copied Bill Lufler's player development system - and that's the main reason so many foreign players now dominate U.S. collegiate tennis. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Swede to face world number two Federer in finale showdown Jun 6, 2009
As the cheering crowd, including six-time champion Bjorn Borg, rose to their feet, Soderling sunk to his knees and covered his face when he realised he had set up a final date with either world number two Roger Federer or Argentine fifth seed Juan Martin del Potro tomorrow. Another one bites the dust: Chiles Fernando Gonzalez takes a tumble during his semi-final loss to Swedens Robin Soderling yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Sharapova exits Paris Jun 3, 2009
Borg's text: Bjorn Borg got in touch with Robin Soderling. Borg shares the record of four consecutive French Open titles with Rafael Nadal, whose bid for No. 5 in a row came to an end with a loss to Soderling in the fourth round. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Soderling in Paris semis but Murray beaten Jun 3, 2009
" Murray could not sustain the excellent form of previous rounds while Gonzalez recovered from a dip in the second set -- the first he had dropped in the tournament -- to overpower his rival through sheer brute force. Scotland's Murray won just seven points in the third and he was always on the back foot in what proved to be the final set. He recovered from 15-30 deficits in games four and six to stay level, but was broken in the eighth when Gonzalez unleashed a huge forehand, his 45th winner of... (CNN -- International)
FRENCH SENSATION: A new Roland Garros hometown hero Jun 3, 2009
Nadal still shares the record with Bjorn Borg, who won four in a row from 1978-81. And if you think Borg is relieved about the record's safety. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Magill: Former Dogs keep watch on Soderling Jun 2, 2009
Pernfors was pleased that Nadal's quest to win a fifth straight French Open crown would not surpass the record originally set by Bjorn Borg of Sweden. Pernfors will be playing this week with fellow Swede Mats Wilander (three-time French Open champion) in the French Open Legends 45-and-over doubles. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sod's law: Rafa dethroned by pretender Robin Jun 2, 2009
The Majorcan had never previously lost a match at Roland Garros, having won the Coupe des Mousquetaires four times in his first four visits, and it had been widely expected that this year would bring yet another title, taking him past the four cups won by Bjorn Borg between 1978 and 1981. Such had been Nadal's run of success here, having won his first 31 matches on these courts, it would not have been that surprising if the French Tennis Federation had announced before the tournament that its... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Nadal's reign ends Jun 1, 2009
Soderling, whose win meant that compatriot Bjorn Borg kept level on four successive wins with Nadal, said he always thought he could prevail. "It's the biggest challenge to play the best claycourt player in history," said the 24-year-old. (iAfrica.com)
Tennis: Soderling ends Nadal's French Open reign Jun 1, 2009
" Soderling, whose win meant that compatriot Bjorn Borg kept level on four successive wins with Nadal, said he always thought he could win. "It's the biggest challenge to play the best claycourt player in history," said the 24-year-old. "But I had to believe I had a chance or I may as well go home. But if he thinks that he made it easy for me then that's his choice. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Nadal won't celebrate at French Open this year Jun 1, 2009
Nadal's loss means he won't have a chance to move ahead of Bjorn Borg for consecutive French Open titles. Both are stuck at a record four in a row. (Yahoo News)
Tennis: Nadal powers on at French Open May 28, 2009
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Nadal, Sharapova triumph as French Open tennis May 28, 2009
In the first round Nadal surpassed Bjorn Borg for the longest unbeaten run for a man and a tournament win here on June 7 would make him the first to win five titles in a row in Paris. "I came here to get a result without thinking about these records," said Nadal who will face former world number one Lleyton Hewitt for a place in the last 16. (Yahoo! Asia News)
American teen on the rise in Paris May 27, 2009
Bjorn Borg won 28 straight from 1978-81. 45-0. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Nadal sets French record with 29th straight win May 27, 2009
He and Bjorn Borg had shared the men's mark of 28 consecutive victories at Roland Garros; Nadal now shares the overall tournament mark with Chris Evert. Nadal did have a few wobbles, getting broken while serving for the first set at 5-4 and again to fall behind 3-1 in the second. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Sharapova steals spotlight from Nadal, Federer May 26, 2009
The 22-year-old has now gone past the previous best sequence he shared with former six-time champion Bjorn Borg, who had 28 straight victories between 1978 and 1981. Nadal will next face Russia's Teimuraz Gabashvili. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Nadal sets French Open consecutive wins mark May 26, 2009
Nadal won his 29th straight match at Roland Garros on Monday, topping the mark held by Bjorn Borg, who won 28 straight from 1978-81. Nadal also equaled the overall record, matching the 29 straight Chris Evert won between 1974-75 and 1979-81. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Nadal, Fed win » May 26, 2009
Nadal's win bettered the French Open record held by Bjorn Borg, who won 28 straight from 1978 to '81. Nadal also equaled the overall tournament record, matching the 29 straight that Chris Evert won during 1974-75 and 1979-81. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Nadal in box seat to make it five in a row in France May 25, 2009
We will never know whether Bjorn Borg could have gone on to extend his winning sequence on Parisian clay to five, six or maybe even seven trophies. Borg was the champion for four years in a row, from 1978-81 and yet he did not return to Roland Garros in 1982 to attempt to retain the Coupe des Mousquetaires, as by then he had slunk off into premature retirement in his mid-20s. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
More questions for Federer May 24, 2009
" Federer had to wait until Madrid last weekend to capture his first title of 2009. Having lost his Wimbledon title last year to Rafael Nadal and then left in tears as he slumped to defeat again at the hands of the Spaniard in the Australian Open final, many were questioning Federer's future in the game. Marriage and impending fatherhood were also seen as two more factors likely to reduce his desire and dedication. But he has taken great heart from his Madrid Masters final win over Nadal, a... (iAfrica.com)
