Turning on a dime Sep 13, 2009
Another Californian, Maureen Connolly, did it in 1953, and two more women earned it, Aussie Margaret Smith Court in 1970 and German Steffi Graf in 1988. Redheaded Laver, known as Rocket to his colleagues and tennis junkies, caught up with Budge in the male precinct in 1962. (Boston Globe)
Federer captures record 15th crown Jul 7, 2009
Federer won the French Open four Sundays earlier to complete a career Grand Slam and tie Sampras with 14 major titles (Margaret Smith Court owns the women's record of 24). "Sorry, Pete," Roddick said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Williams laments title that got away Jul 7, 2009
Margaret Smith Court holds the women s record with 24 major singles titles. Just getting close to King s number has been a testament to Serena s perseverance. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Federer beats Roddick, claims record 15th major title Jul 6, 2009
Federer won the French Open four Sundays earlier to complete a career Grand Slam and tie Sampras with 14 major titles (Margaret Smith Court owns the women's record of 24). Roddick dropped to 0-3 in finals at the All England Club, also beaten by Federer in 2004 and 2005. (Xinhuanet, China)
Venus one victory from Mexican Open title Feb 28, 2009
From Margaret Smith Court to Serena Williams, check out the Open era victors. more photos. (MSNBC -- Sports)