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Isaacson: Serena may be one to beat at French Open
Healthy, at the top of her game, and looking for some revenge after last year's first-round elimination, top-seeded Serena Williams will capture the French Open, Melissa Isaacson predicts.
May 25 5:07 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Serena has nothing to prove at French
Serena Williams already has a career Grand Slam. Another French Open title would be a nice addition to her résumé, but it's not necessary for her legacy.
May 25 9:09 AM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Sorenstam's venture at Colonial still inspires
Ten years later, the magnificence of Annika Sorenstam's efforts at Colonial hasn't dimmed, and those who were there still marvel at her courage.
May 23 11:18 AM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Rogero, Cook among best in karting
Ashley Rogero and Sabre Cook have been tearing up the karting ranks, reminiscent of a rather famous female driver. Just don't tell them that.
May 24 3:28 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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W Debate: Who will win the French Open?
Serena Williams is on a hot streak. Victoria Azarenka owns the year's only major title. Will either of them come up victorious in France? Our writers debate.
May 6 | By espnW
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Isaacson: Rosie Napravnik was born to ride
Rosie Napravnik will try to become the first female jockey to win the Kentucky Derby, but she stands out a lot more for her skill than her gender.
May 3 12:44 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Stabbing stole Monica Seles' career
Twenty years ago, Moncia Seles was on top of the tennis world at 19. Then a Steffi Graf fan stabbed her during a match, and it all unraveled.
May 1 8:44 AM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: NWSL hopes third time a charm for women's soccer
Armed with a different business model, those involved with the National Women's Soccer League say a third time could be the charm for women's professional soccer in the U.S.
Apr 17 12:37 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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W roundtable: Can anyone beat the Heat?
With the NBA regular season ending, is another Miami championship a foregone conclusion? Our writers weigh in with possible upset picks.
Apr 15 | By espnW
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Isaacson: UCLA coach Alford's statement not rooted in reality
UCLA coach Steve Alford is trying to distance himself from a sexual assualt case involving one of his players at Iowa. Trouble is, the picture he paints of the case is not reality.
Apr 15 11:17 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
NWSL to open play without sponsors in place
The third incarnation of professional women's soccer in the U.S. opens its season Saturday not yet ready to announce its major sponsors and with a scaled-down business model.
Apr 11 7:58 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Inbee Park has shy demeanor on course
Newly crowned Kraft Nabisco champion and world No. 1 Inbee Park isn't a big smiler on the course and seemingly is a hard sell. And that's unfortunate.
Apr 17 3:56 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Inbee Park eyes No. 1 ranking
Inbee Park's masterful putting propels her to a four-shot win in the Kraft Nabisco, her second major title.
Apr 8 8:46 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Jessica Korda: familiar name, different game
Jessica Korda's parents achieved glory as tennis players; now it's her turn to shine in a different sport.
Apr 7 12:56 AM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Paula Creamer still aiming for No. 1
A miserable cold, a car accident and the recent death of her grandmother have challenged Paula Creamer, but she responded Friday with a 4-under-par round.
Apr 5 11:51 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: All eyes are on 15-year-old Lydia Ko at Kraft
Lydia Ko, a 15-year-old with a swing to die for, has players and analysts marveling about her talent and ease with which she plays the game.
Apr 4 9:49 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Solheim captain: College first, then LPGA
The success of Stacy Lewis is exhibit No. 1 for why Solheim Cup captain Meg Mallon wants young players to attend college before joining the LPGA.
Apr 4 4:13 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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Isaacson: Yani Tseng relaxed at No. 2
Her game faltered under the pressure of being ranked No. 1, but Yani Tseng said she is relaxed and having fun again after losing the top spot to Stacy Lewis.
Apr 2 2:38 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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W roundtable: Nothing wrong with another LPGA major
The LPGA has had an ever-shifting rotation of major tournaments, so the introduction of the Evian Masters this year is likely to do more good than not.
Apr 1 | By espnW
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Isaacson: Kraft Nabisco first major test for Lewis
The stakes get higher as Stacy Lewis takes her new No. 1 ranking into the Kraft Nabisco Championship, the year's first major. Check out our five players to watch.
Apr 1 9:34 AM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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W roundtable: FGCU is tourney's biggest surprise
FGCU had the most surprising opening weekend in the men's NCAA tournament. The biggest surprise, though, may be the confidence with which Eagles have played.
Mar 25 | By espnW
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Isaacson: Stacy Lewis' top ranking good for U.S. golf
It's been a long journey for Stacy Lewis and now that she's risen to the No. 1 spot in the world, she intends to enjoy it.
Mar 22 7:52 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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W roundtable: Which conference tournament are you eyeing?
From the East Coast to the Heartland, conference tournaments will take center stage this week and storylines abound. Here are the ones our writers will watch most closely.
Mar 11 | By espnW
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Isaacson: The mischaracterizations of fighter Fallon Fox
Fallon Fox this week revealed that she is a transgender athlete. Now, with the mixed martial arts fighter's inner-circle carefully trying to control the message, Fox has invited much of the criticism.
Apr 13 9:53 PM ET | By Melissa Isaacson
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W roundtable: Breaking down Big Monday's matchup
Notre Dame has had UConn's number of late, and Monday night's matchup should be no different, with the Irish picking up their sixth win in the last seven meetings between these Big East rivals.
Mar 4 | By espnW
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