Maria Sharapova's determination to overcome both her awkwardness on clay and major shoulder sugery paid off with a career-defining French Open title last year.
May 24 12:48 PM ET | By Kamakshi Tandon
From the language in Paris to the clay at Roland Garros, Americans -- with the possible exception of Serena Williams -- are out of their element at the French Open.
May 28 12:03 PM ET | By Kamakshi Tandon
At 19, Sloane Stephens is the last teenager standing in Melbourne. In the quarters, she'll meet Serena Williams, who at 19 was a Grand Slam champion and is in no mood to be a mentor just yet, writes Kamakshi Tandon.
Jan 22 | By Kamakshi Tandon
Sure, Victoria Azarenka only has one Grand Slam title to her credit, but the current No. 1 has proved she belongs among tennis' elite ranks.
Jan 9 5:30 PM ET | By Kamakshi Tandon
Taylor Townsend had been told to stop competing until she got in better shape. The USTA had declined to cover her expenses to play in the U.S. Open, but has since said Taylor and her mother would be reimbursed.
Sep 9 6:32 PM ET | By Kamakshi Tandon
The No. 1 ranking in women's tennis has become devalued as players have come and gone at the top spot. Can Serena restore order?
Aug 22 12:28 PM ET | By Kamakshi Tandon
From au natural to all made up, makeup is a point of contention when it comes to tennis' major stars. Does it have a place on the court?
Jul 6 12:30 PM ET | By Kamakshi Tandon
Gilles Simon said earlier this week that men's tennis players should be paid more than women because their game is more entertaining. Turns out, they already make significantly more.
Jun 30 7:39 PM ET | By Kamakshi Tandon
There are no style points in tennis. But the sport's individual, theatrical nature encourages players to express themselves on court through fashion.
Sep 8 | By Kamakshi Tandon