People say a lot things about Alexander Zverev to create a public perception that he’s a violent Russian-German that fights … Continue reading Zverev overcomes diabetes to win the French Open, his first slam
At age 25, Felix Auger-Aliassime had a chance to win the French Open at Roland Garros. A relatively easy draw. … Continue reading Did Felix AA blow his best chance at winning a grand slam?
With Carlos Alcaraz announcing he will rest an injury instead of playing Madrid, Rome and Roland Garros, the door is … Continue reading Who will win Roland Garros 2026?
Felix Auger-Aliassime has a habit of blowing big leads to players from France. FAA, who entered Indian Wells as the … Continue reading Fans accuse Felix Auger-Aliassime of “choking” after early exits at Indian Wells, Miami
The Mutua Madrid Open is preparing a clay court for top ATP and WTA stars to practice at the Bernabeu, … Continue reading Bernabeu stadium to host Madrid Open practices
The Caja Magica, home of the Mutua Madrid Open, has the best conditions for tennis photography in the world. Madrid, … Continue reading Magic light in Caja Magica
Tennis needs underdogs to emerge as fan favorites to replace the likes of Juan Martin del Potro and Dominic Thiem. … Continue reading Tennis needs “Super Underdogs” like Delpo and Thiem
Many fans will remember this as the greatest semi-finals day in tennis history. Novak Djokovic, at age 38, won the … Continue reading Djokovic Won the Day on the Greatest Semi-final Day in Tennis History
Fairness is often called the “over-riding principle” in English common law, which was passed down to colonies such as Canada … Continue reading Happy Slam needs more fairness, common sense
Canadian male tennis players have won 19 singles titles since 2011, but no majors or Masters 1000 titles. Denis Shapovalov, … Continue reading Canadian men: 19 minor titles, 0 majors
–(Note: This was originally posted in August 2018, and updated after Australian wildfires in January 2020, and withdrawals from Toronto … Continue reading Too hot for tennis? How to re-schedule events for better weather
Many tennis fans wondered if tennis would decline after the Golden Age of the Big Four. Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik … Continue reading A Paris epic in the Era of Alcaraz-Sinner
The Professional Tennis Players’ Association (PTPA) and 12 players have launched a class action lawsuit at the United States District … Continue reading Tennis players file class action lawsuit against governing bodies ATP, WTA, ITF, ITIA
Photos copyright Christopher Johnson Globalite Media all rights reserved. For licensing or usage, contact editor@grandslammagazine.com images copyright Christopher Johnson Globalite … Continue reading All Hail Rafa Nadal, the King of Clay
UPDATE–The World Anti-Doping Agency announced on Sept. 28 that they are asking the Court of Arbitration for Sport to suspend … Continue reading As World Anti-Doping Agency seeks ban, the ATP should come clean about Sinner doping scandal
Tennis TV on social media called it the most controversial match point in history, and a debate broke out about … Continue reading After 12 double faults, Auger-Aliassime creates controversy at Cincy
When Milos Raonic was acing his way to number 3 in the world, he earned millions of dollars from endorsements … Continue reading While Milos Raonic became Canada’s greatest tennis player, allegations of sexual harassment rocked his camp
When Michael S. Downey resigned as chief of Britain’s Lawn Tennis Association in early January 2017, he said he did … Continue reading As Michael Downey steps down at Tennis Canada, questions remain over his role in child abuse scandal
—On a tennis court in Canada, Denis Shapovalov was fined 7000 dollars in 2017 for recklessly smacking a ball in … Continue reading Denis Shapovalov demands journalist pay him $7500 for asking “abusive” questions in Federal Court that cause “real harm”
Toni Nadal, coach of Felix Auger-Aliassime, says younger players lack the mental toughness of his nephew Rafa, who he trained … Continue reading Should slumping Felix Auger-Aliassime part ways with Toni Nadal?
This is a real rivalry now. Novak Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz in four sets at the French Open. Alcaraz got … Continue reading The new great rivalry: Novakarlos Djokaraz
Carlos Alcaraz, age 20, won his first Wimbledon title by playing like Novak Djokovic, with courageous defending, awesome transition to … Continue reading Alcaraz beat Djokovic at his own game to win his first Wimbledon title
Novak Djokovic is a genius at adapting his game to dismantle an opponent. He can win his 24th slam and … Continue reading How the “underdog” Djokovic can beat “world number 1” Alcaraz at the Wimbledon final
In the second set of his Wimbledon semi-final victory over Jannick Sinner, Novak Djokovic grunted after exerting Herculean effort to … Continue reading Tennis creates hindrances for Djokovic
In such a solitary sport, you have to be your own “best friend” on the court. Andy Murray’s best friend … Continue reading Murray needs to tame the Andy-Beast
For years, the tennis hype machine has been pushing rising stars to take over from Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal and … Continue reading “King Carlos” should be number two, not one
The Australian Open final in 2012 was one of the greatest battles in the history of sports. Novak Djokovic beat … Continue reading Tennis is the problem, not Djokovic
On my way to work at the 2019 Wimbledon final, I saw a thin man in a white track suit … Continue reading Djokovic 23, Haters 0: Why Djokovic is the greatest champion
If people still don’t admire Novak Djokovic, they should read the transcript of the Australian immigration officers interrogating him at … Continue reading Djokovic’s “composure” beats Kyrgios at Wimbledon 2022
——- Novak Djokovic, the undisputed king of the Australian Open, is one step closer to becoming the most successful player … Continue reading Is Novak Djokovic Playing at the Highest Level in History?
The Laver Cup feels like a wedding, bringing together extended families for the first … Continue reading Happy Snaps from a “Wedding in Prague”
Fans have many reasons to love Roger Federer. Here are some of the more under-rated aspects of his game. 1–Feel. … Continue reading Unsung aspects of Federer’s genius
Here’s how Rafa Nadal trounced Stan Wawrinka to win “La Decima” — his record 10th French Open. –From start to … Continue reading Rafa rolls at Roland Garros
The King of clay has his mojo back. Rafa Nadal’s playing again with confidence and passion. While Roger Federer skips … Continue reading Roger rests — Rafa roars
The Caja Magica in Madrid is renowned for its magic light on sunny days, especially on courts 2 and 3. … Continue reading Magic shots in the Magic Box
With Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer out with injuries, and Novak Djokovic slumping, Andy Murray owns the world right … Continue reading How Murray owns Raonic — and the world
by Christopher Johnson — After his epic win over Roger Federer in the Wimbledon semi-finals, many are asking the question … Continue reading Is Raonic the second coming of Sampras?
(images copyright Christopher Johnson … Continue reading Djokovic wins French Open — sun comes out
Novak Djokovic won clay courts events in Monte Carlo and Rome last year, but has never won the French … Continue reading Is Novak Djokovic the new King of Clay?
By Christopher Johnson — Novak Djokovic seemingly has all the tools for a future career in entertainment. He’s funny, witty, … Continue reading Acting career ahead for Djokovic?
(images copyright Christopher Johnson Globalite Media all rights reserved) Continue reading Djokovic and Wawrinka exposed in morning light
(images copyright Christopher Johnson Globalite Media all rights reserved) Continue reading Insane shots of Djokovic in Cincinnati
(images copyright Christopher Johnson Globalite Media all rights reserved) Continue reading Kyrgios taunts, tames Stanimal at Rogers Cup
Milos Raonic has become cool to photograph. He looks fantastic in the golden sun and powdery red clay of the … Continue reading Milos Raonic photos: serving on another planet
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