This is how to convert a set point in style. Grigor Dimitrov soaks up a barrage from Lucas Pouille before picking off a forehand winner to level the match in their Beijing second-round contest. Watch live tennis at tennistv.com. Photo: Visual China
In an era where bigger, stronger athletes are succeeding on the ATP World Tour, lean and lithe Frenchman Gilles Simon has made a world class career for himself after modelling his game on Michael Chang.
Second seed Rafael Nadal overcame a mid-match surge from Adrian Mannarino on Thursday at the China Open, prevailing in a tight second set to advance in their second-round match under the lights, 6-1, 7-6(6). “I think I played a fantastic first set. Great level of tennis, serving very good, hitting so good. During the second set, I slowed the rhythm a little bit and he played very well,” said Nadal. “I feel very happy that I won that tie-break. I think I played with the right amount of determination in the tie-break. It’s very important for my confidence to pass through these tough moments.” The 2005 China Open champion was initially ruthless against Mannarino, breaking the Frenchman three times as...
Janko Tipsarevic pulls off an inch perfect lob over 6'11" Ivo Karlovic in their second-round clash in Tokyo on Thursday. Watch live tennis at tennistv.com. Photo: Getty Images