Norman-Evert update Oct 4, 2009
Laura Andrassy, the woman dumped by links Leviathan Greg Norman for new wife Chris Evert, took the high road Friday when she talked exclusively to Page2Live about her have separated after just 15 months of wedded bliss ... I ll bet Andy Mill is laughing his head off he should have full custody of those three teenaged boys Chris Evert sounds and acts like a loser. (The Palm Beach Post)
Aussies will struggle at Olympics Oct 4, 2009
GREG Norman's marriage to Chris Evert was doomed from the start says his spurned former wife Laura Andrassy, who thinks sexual lust clouded their judgement. Also in Daily Telegraph today. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)
Shark, Evert split Oct 3, 2009
Greg Norman and Chris Evert watch the Andy Roddick-Novak Djokovic quarterfinal match at the U.S. Open on Sept. 4 ... Just 15 months after they were married, golf star Greg Norman and tennis great Chris Evert announced they have separated. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Evert, Norman separated after year of marriage Oct 3, 2009
Chris Evert, Greg Normanseparated after year of marriage - Tennis - SI.com ... NEW YORK (AP) -- Just 15 months after they were married, golf star Greg Norman and tennis great Chris Evert announced they have separated. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Norman, Evert have separated, 'remain friends' Oct 3, 2009
Greg Norman, Chris Evert say they have separated, 'remain friends' - ESPN ... Just 15 months after they were married, golf star and tennis great Chris Evert announced they have separated. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Krumm wins first title since '96 » Sep 30, 2009
Korea Open: Kimiko Date Krumm, 38, oldest WTA winner since Billie Jean King in 1983 - ESPN. Updated: September 27, 2009, 11:31 AM ET. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Cobb: What has Oudin done for us? Oh, so much Sep 26, 2009
For many tennis fans, the big names in women s tennis Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, Steffi Graf, the Williams sisters, Maria Sharapova, to name a few have always seemed part of the tennis elite. Out of reach. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Column: Whither tennis? Sep 22, 2009
And on the womens side the names and personalities were just as luminous: Chris Evert, Billie Jean King, Margaret Court, Martina Navratilova, Gabriella Sabatini, Tracy Austin, Steffi Graf, Arantxa Sanchez-Vacario, and others. Thats when tennis was fun to watch, fun to play. (New Iberia, LA)
Goolagong Cawley excited for Clijsters' victory Sep 15, 2009
While Clijsters beat both Venus and Serena Williams before her 7-5, 6-3 win Sunday over Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark, Goolagong Cawley had to beat Tracy Austin in the semifinals and then Chris Evert Lloyd -- 6-1, 7-6 (4) -- in the 1980 final to capture her second Wimbledon title nine years after her first. Evert was in the crowd Sunday with her husband, golfer Greg Norman, watching the women's U.S. Open final. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Clijsters a rare breed: tennis star, mother Sep 13, 2009
Six-time U.S. Open champ Chris Evert, in a television interview Friday, said: "I really admire Kim Clijsters. In my era, Evonne Goolagong had two children and she was playing. And Margaret Court had children. I don't know if I could ever be a mother and try to separate the tennis from going home and trying to fulfill their needs. I had to be singleminded. I had to be able to do one thing, so I admire that Kim can do both - and she looks fit and better than ever.". Goolagong achieved her final... (San Francisco Chronicle)
$1 Million Reward for Stolen Andy Warhol Portraits of AthletesUnique collection of 10 paintings stolen from a Los Angeles home. Sep 13, 2009
The one-of-a-kind paintings included , and Chris Evert. This image provided by the Los Angeles Police Department Friday Sept. 11, 2009, shows a reward. (ABC News)
Private Warhol collection stolen from L.A. home Sep 13, 2009
Three of the Andy Warhol works stolen from a private collection: Chris Evert, Muhammad Ali and Pele. The stolen pieces included large pop-art portraits of several famous athletes, including tennis pro Chris Evert, basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, soccer legend Pel; and Major League Baseball pitcher Tom Seaver, police said. (CNN)
Valuable Warhol sports paintings stolen in L.A. Sep 12, 2009
According to a catalog of Warhol's work, Weisman commissioned the artist in 1977 to create portraits of sports figures, including Chris Evert, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Nicklaus, Pele, Hamill, and Ali, said Brenda Klippel, the director of Martin Lawrence Galleries in Los Angeles, which has a large collection of Warhols. "Warhol was always a portraitist and fascinated with anyone of fame or fortune, anyone in the public eye," Klippel said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Wozniacki brings Oudin down to earth Sep 10, 2009
Oudin, in her newcomer s surge, made us think of 16-year-old Chris Evert flying to the semis in 1971, 14-year-old Tracy Austin the quarters in 1977, 16-year-old Pam Shriver the final in 1978, and 17-year-old Venus Williams the final in 1997. She was marvelous fun while the dream endured, an extraordinary kid whom we ll hear more of - and she took home $175,000 to shop the malls. (Boston Globe)
Captain courageous: Norman backs misfiring Scott Sep 10, 2009
After Tuesday's media conference, Norman, his wife Chris Evert, Couples and other assorted dignitaries headed to the White House for a meeting with President Barack Obama, who is honorary chairman of the Presidents Cup, and Vice-President, Joe Biden. According to the PGA Tour website, Biden, who is a keen golfer, was most interested in Mrs Norman - ''You're the only one I really wanted to meet. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Oudin making Open her own Sep 9, 2009
She sort of reminds us of a teenaged Chris Evert, because she will stay on the baseline and wear on opponents with her ground strokes - including the trademark Evert two-handed backhand - simply refusing to give in. Only, as our office tennis expert points out, she has much more athleticism. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Jon WertheimINSIDE TENNIS Sep 9, 2009
I remember Chris Evert openly pulling against them and issuing veiled insults by referring to their opponents as "thinkers." Sadly, the Williams sisters are maybe only two years out of overly suspicious treatment by the press after nearly a dozen years on the scene. You were dismissive of Nicole and wrongly so. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Oudin rallies, continues run with upset win over Petrova Sep 8, 2009
Oudin is the story of the tournament so far, already drawing comparisons to Tracy Austin (a U.S. Open champion at 16) and Chris Evert (a semifinalist at 17), and giving U.S. fans hope that there is someone rising in the women's game behind the Williams sisters. "This is going to do a lot," Oudin said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Know your tennis? Try this U.S. Open quiz Aug 29, 2009
Try this U.S. Open quiz - Tennis- nbcsports. Trivia quiz about US Open tennis tournament. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Clijsters falls to top-ranked Safina in Cincinnati Aug 15, 2009
No mother has knocked off a No. 1-ranked player since Evonne Goolagong Cawley beat Chris Evert in the finals of the Virginia Slims of Boston in 1978. Thirty-one years later, Clijsters got a good start at it, pushing the pace and getting a service break for a 2-0 lead. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Shark ups price on mansion to $72m Aug 13, 2009
Norman married US tennis great Chris Evert last year in The Bahamas. Andrassy received $US103 million ($A123. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Cochran sets course record at US Senior Open Aug 2, 2009
His wife, former tennis star Chris Evert, attended Saturday. MOVING UP: Scott Simpson shot a 4-under 68 to move up to 8 under and a tie for sixth place. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Notebook: Cochran setsrecord at U.S. Senior Op00004000en Aug 2, 2009
His wife, former tennis star Chris Evert, attended Saturday. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
'Great White Shark' still biting Jul 31, 2009
Married to retired American tennis star, Chris Evert ... Away from being the brand, a high-profile wedding in June 2008 to retired American tennis champion Chris Evert (after both had ended long term marriages) provided headlines away from the back pages. (CNN -- International)
BANK OF THE WEST Jul 29, 2009
Tennis great Chris Evert recently upbraided Sharapova and the other screamers. "Is it distracting for the other players? Yes, it is," Evert told an Australian newspaper. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Series of sports movies plucked from left field Jul 27, 2009
William Klein's "The French" goes behind the scenes at the 1981 French Open - Bjorn Borg and Jimmy Connors handling their fans, Chris Evert getting her sore feet taped up, Martina Navratilova and Ilie Nastase joking around and, of course, a John McEnroe meltdown. Perhaps the most compelling figure is the forgotten Yannick Noah, who would win the French Open two years later and is now a pop singer in France. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
2009 Bank Of The West Classic Draw Has Stanford Feel Jul 21, 2009
Held on Stanford University's campus at Taube Family Tennis Stadium since 1997, former champions include: Billie Jean King, Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Andrea Jaeger, Monica Seles, Martina Hingis, Lindsay Davenport and Venus Williams. Serving up the best in women's tennis, exceptional television coverage and with 33,000 expected to be in attendance throughout the week, the Bank of the West Classic is sure to provide world class entertainment for all ages. (Gostanford.com)
Senden answers call to set early pace Jul 17, 2009
When he looked in danger of sparking a light-hearted debate, Norman qualified his comments, restricting them to physically demanding sports with particular reference to his retired tennis star wife, Chris Evert. "She knows that time is our enemy, and sooner or later you won't be able to compete at that level, but while we can in our 50s and 60s, it's a great feeling.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Watson turns back clock at Turnberry Jul 17, 2009
One year after Greg Norman charmed a British Open at age 53 by leading after the second and third rounds and partly crediting his newfound tennis habit with his new wife Chris Evert, Watson already has charmed a nascent Open at 59 by leading a cavalry charge of under-par scores for most of the day on a defenseless course and credited his making of an instructional DVD.. I think it s helped me kind of solidify what am I, what are the important things about the golf swing that I want to teach you,... (Boston Globe)
Norman prays for rain, but skies expected to be clear Jul 16, 2009
" Only short bouts of rain have dropped on the Ailsa Course on the shores of the Firth of Clyde heading into today's first round, and Norman's wishes look iffy. The forecast calls for dry and sunny conditions with a few bursts of high winds. Then again, history has shown that all four seasons can crop up in a single hour in this southwest portion of Scotland. That's what happened last year when Norman, celebrating his honeymoon and with his new bride, tennis icon Chris Evert, walking every step... (USA Today -- Sports)
Norman still entertains, with Evert by his side Jul 16, 2009
His wife, tennis great Chris Evert, led the cheers. Together they plotted the next day's strategy. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bonny Scott turns his game around in time to challenge for glory atTurnberry Jul 14, 2009
Meanwhile, Greg Norman returns to the scene of his first major triumph determined not to squander his good fortune after wife Chris Evert reminded him how lucky he is. Evert, who won 18 grand slam titles before retiring from tennis, will be in Norman's gallery at Turnberry, where her husband staged his memorable breakthrough win 23 years ago. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Goosen shoots 63 to take Scottish lead Jul 11, 2009
Asked if it helped to have a sports star with whom to relate, similar to 's marriage last year to Chris Evert, Scott smiled through the lengthy question before saying, "I don't know what to answer to that question.". "All areas of my life are in a good place right now," he said. (ESPN -- Golf)
Serena Williams goes from All-England to New England Jul 10, 2009
Were Williams to surpass her, the two who are tied for fourth are the estimable Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova with 18. For now, Williams is content to chase King s mark. (Boston Globe)
SINGLES QUEEN: Serena beats Venus for third Wimbledon crown Jul 7, 2009
King predicts Serena will pass her dozen Slams and might even approach the 18 singles majors that both Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert won. "Many people think Serena could be the greatest of all time, but you have to pay a price," cautions King. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rank stupidity, says Serena Jul 5, 2009
Having regained the type of grand slam dominance that had her win the non-calendar grand slam in 2002-2003, Williams was asked if she could match Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert, who both won 18 grand slam titles. She also trails Margaret Court (24), Steffi Graf (22), Helen Wills Moody (19) and Billie Jean King (12) on the all-time list. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
WIMBLEDON Venus' concession: Serena was 'too good' Jul 5, 2009
WIMBLEDON / Venus' concession: Serena was 'too good. Article:WIMBLEDON / Venus' concession: Serena was 'too good':/c/a/2009/07/04/SPK218J1T9. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Williamses are two very different peas in a pod Jul 5, 2009
One that should be compared with Martina Navratilova v Chris Evert or even Federer v Nadal ... Missing is the friction that enhanced the rivalry between the media darling Chris Evert and the tough, athletic Navratilova. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
VIEW: It's part of marketing Jul 4, 2009
As a BBC spokesperson pointed out, "Our preference would be a Brit or a babe as this always delivers high viewing ratings." Looks have had a prominent role to play in women's tennis since the days of Chris Evert. Or does anyone truly believe that Anna Kournikova was popular because of the astounding skills that saw her win, well, not a single Grand Slam. (India Times, India)
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)
Newsweek: Why Wimbledon's roof is a great idea Jun 30, 2009
Both my 1963 Wimbledon final (against Margaret Smith) and the 1973 final (where I played Chris Evert) were delayed by a full day due to weather. The 1963 final was delayed by two days, because back then we did not play on Sunday, so we did not take the court until Monday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* THE WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIPS: Scream queens are getting worse, Chris Evert says Jun 30, 2009
THE WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIPS: Scream queens are getting worse, Chris Evert says ... Screaming tennis players are a distraction for opponents and the current crop of female stars have taken the problem to new levels, US legend Chris Evert said yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Evert: Women's 'grunting' getting out of hand Jun 30, 2009
SYDNEY -- Tennis great Chris Evert has joined the chorus of complaints about the noise level in women's tennis, saying the "grunting" was getting out of hand. Evert stopped short of joining former rival Martina Navratilova in labelling the practice as cheating, but agreed it had reached unacceptable levels. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Sydney snares Shark for 2009 Australian Open and beyond Jun 29, 2009
Greg Norman with Chris Evert at the Heritage Golf and Country Club yesterday. Photo: Luis Enrique Ascui. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Screamers under fire Jun 29, 2009
Screaming tennis players are a distraction for opponents and the current crop of female stars have taken the problem to new levels, US legend Chris Evert said on Monday. Number eight seed Victoria Azarenka and Portuguese teenager Michelle Larcher de Brito have been at the centre of fevered debate at this year's Wimbledon about the decibel levels during matches. (iAfrica.com)
Norman set for Sydney date Jun 29, 2009
Norman's wife, the former world No.1 tennis player Chris Evert, is also expected to be in Sydney for the announcement after the glamour couple were in Melbourne on the weekend giving support - and a truckload of cash - for victims of the Black Saturday bushfires. Evert was reportedly moved to tears by the recollections of bushfire victim Aiden Buchanan, who lost his brother, sister and uncle. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tennis grunters distract rivals: Evert Jun 29, 2009
Chris Evert was renowned for her concentration but admits she'd have trouble playing with the "louder, shriller" grunting now emitted by some leading women tennis players. Former champion Maria Sharapova, Portuguese teenager Michelle Larcher de Brito and Belarussia's Victoria Azarenka have been a focus of debate at Wimbledon about the level of decibels and distraction created by grunting during rallies. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Jenkins: Wimbledon's greatest Jun 29, 2009
"Our Ginny" had finally come through, most notably with a titanic and self-satisfying victory over Chris Evert in the semifinals. 6. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Oudin's win stirs American tennis optimism Jun 28, 2009
WIMBLEDON, England - It never takes very long here to be reminded how much of a catty-to-carnivores world womens tennis has become since the days when Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova would share bagels before going out to Centre Court to settle another championship fortnight. For me, that moment occurred upon arrival at the credential desk early Saturday afternoon, when an American junior girl, also checking in, commented to her coach how much makeup her young countrywoman appeared to... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Quiet Please: Will Tennis Pros Give Up the Grunt? Jun 22, 2009
The tournament is run by the genteel All-England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, which as recently as the late 1970s favored the use of a women's married names on the scoreboard (for Chris Evert, for example, it would read "Mrs. John Lloyd"). The club still refers to the respective singles events as "Gentlemen's and Ladies' Singles," clings to a traditional dress code of all-whites, and goes at great lengths to paint everything surrounding the courts green. (Time.com)
JonWertheimInside Tennis Setting the stage for the greatest tennis match ever played. Jun 19, 2009
Rumor had it, false, it turned out, that newlywed Chris Evert and her husband, the Australian golfer Greg Norman, would stop by on their honeymoon. Say this about Mother Tennis: she takes care of her own. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cringe-worthy sports moments caught on tape Jun 17, 2009
Artie Lange, Joe Buck, Sports Controversies caught on tape - Extra Mustard - SI.com. Pop Culture Meets Sports Culture on Extra Mustard. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Area to host USTA juniors tournament Jun 1, 2009
Florida's best -- and remember players like Chris Evert and Andy Roddick got their start in this 61-year-old tournament -- will be on display beginning Saturday through June 11. The 10- and 12-year old division leaders will play at Sanlando Park in Altamonte Springs and the elite 14-, 16- and 18-year old players at the Florida Tennis Center. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Nadal, Sharapova triumph as French Open tennis May 28, 2009
Four-time champion Nadal enjoyed a comfortable 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 win over Teimuraz Gabashvili of Russia to register a record 30th straight win here to better the mark set by Chris Evert. 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. (Yahoo! Asia News)
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)
Nadal, Federer open strong May 26, 2009
Nadal also equaled the overall tournament record, matching the 29 straight that Chris Evert won between 1974-75 and 1979-81. Also advancing on the mens side were No. 6 Andy Roddick of the United States, No. 10 Nikolay Davydenko of Russia, No. 12 Fernando Gonzalez of Chile, No. 17 Stanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland, No. 23 Robin Soderling of Sweden, No. 24 Jurgen Melzer of Austria, No. 28 Feliciano Lopez of Spain, No. 30 Victor Hanescu of Romania and No. 32 Paul-Henri Mathieu of France. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Nadal sets French Open consecutive wins mark May 26, 2009
Nadal also equaled the overall record, matching the 29 straight Chris Evert won between 1974-75 and 1979-81. Evert did not play at the French Open from 1976-78. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Clay courts should help Maria Sharapova regain her footing May 26, 2009
Nadal also equaled the overall record, matching the 29 in a row Chris Evert won between 1974-75 and 1979-81. Key matches Tuesday: Jelena Jankovic (5) vs. Petra Cetkovska; Nicolas Lapentti vs. Novak Djokovic (4); Julien Benneteau vs. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (9); Klara Zakopalova vs. Serena Williams (2); Chanelle Scheepers vs. Elena Dementieva (4); James Blake (15) vs. Leonardo Mayer. (USA Today -- Sports)
French Open: Sharapova's game not in top form May 26, 2009
Stat of the day: 29 consecutive wins at the French Open for Rafael Nadal, a record for men and tying the overall tournament mark set by Chris Evert. Looking ahead: No. 2 Serena Williams, winless since March, faces unseeded Klara Zakopalova in her first match. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Safina just can't get any respect as women's No. 1 May 17, 2009
"Overall, I think I'm where I should be for the consistency of my whole year.''She has reached 11 finals in her last 19 tournaments, and won her 10th career title last weekend in Rome.Although the women's game has names like Venus and Serena Williams and Ana Ivanovic, it has lost major stars like Justine Henin and Kim Clijsters to retirement, while Maria Sharapova has been out for over a year to a shoulder injury.The women's tour doesn't have the big-name rivalries like Rafael Nadal-Roger... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jon WertheimTENNIS MAILBAG May 7, 2009
Roger Federer's decline has been more dramatic than expected - Jon Wertheim - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday May 6, 2009 12:52PM; Updated: Wednesday May 6, 2009 1:41PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Nadal Wins 4th Rome Masters May 4, 2009
Chris Evert holds the women's record at the Foro Italico with five titles. Rome is a key warmup for the French Open, which begins in three weeks with Nadal the four-time defending champion. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Alvord: Just to list a few... May 2, 2009
Chris Evert (tennis). Top 10 most unattractive male athletes of all-time. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Americans play in Florida for 2 French Open berths May 1, 2009
After each point, the chair umpire shouts out the score in English to spectators scattered along five rows of seats, and the VIP section consists of one couple: Chris Evert and Greg Norman. Yet everyone is here because of the French Open. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Turning profile into profit Apr 28, 2009
Long before his blond hair, tanned skin and pearly whites were instantly recognisable and his relationship with tennis champ Chris Evert courted controversy, Gregory John Norman was just a promising young golfer working for $38 a week in a pro golf shop. Decades later, long after the 'Great White Shark' became the first golfer in Tour history to surpass the $10 million prize money mark, Norman has been wildly successful in turning sporting glory aided by a hefty dose of business acumen - to his... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
