Courier, Roddick, Blake Q&A: On Federer's feelings and tennis' future stars
Andy Roddick, Jim Courier, and James Blake were in Toronto in September for the eighth stop of the Invesco Series - a competitive tennis circuit featuring past icons and champions.
The trio spoke in-depth about several of this season's most compelling storylines - including Roger Federer's heartbreaking Wimbledon loss and what comes next for reigning US Open champion Bianca Andreescu.
Legendary encounters: WTA stars recall the excitement, fear of facing Serena
What is it like to be on the other side of the net as Serena Williams?
Some of the WTA's best reflect on the thrill and fear of their first meeting against the American legend.
American tennis greats say Canadians could benefit from a 'brotherly rivalry'
Canadian tennis is on the upswing, and three key men’s singles players - Milos Raonic, Denis Shapovalov, and Felix Auger-Aliassime - will benefit from a ‘brotherly rivalry,’ according to American tennis greats John McEnroe and Jim Courier.
Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime shares more than just a birthday with Roger Federer
Felix Auger-Aliassime shares the same birthday as his idol Roger Federer, but if his tennis career continues to progress the way it has, it might not be the only thing the Montreal native will have in common with the Swiss legend.
Venus Williams continues to inspire Canada's Francoise Abanda
Three years ago, Francoise Abanda squared off against childhood idol, Venus Williams, at the Coupe Banque Nationale tournament in Quebec City. While Abanda held her own in a 5-7, 3-6 straight sets defeat, the magnitude of that moment was never lost on her.
Canada's Denis Shapovalov listening, learning in strong rookie season
After a successful junior tennis career — highlighted by a pair of Grand Slam trophies — it was obvious Denis Shapovalov had a future on the ATP Tour. But it's unlikely many anticipated his rise up the rankings to come this quickly.
Go big or go home: Raonic's Wimbledon hopes rest on 2nd serve
If Milos Raonic is to complete his quest to become Canada’s first Grand Slam singles tennis champion at Wimbledon this year, the big hitter will need to maximize his most powerful weapon.
'Wanting it too badly': Serena's Grand Slam title drought more than just nerves
Serena Williams did not qualify for the 2019 WTA Finals, edged out after Belinda Bencic's title run at the Kremlin Cup in Moscow propelled her past the legendary American for the eighth and final spot.
In a way, Williams' absence from the prestigious event sums up her last couple of years - specifically at the majors: She was in a favorable position, only to come up short.
Hall of Famers Jim Courier and Andy Roddick as well as former world No. 4 James Blake talk about Williams' near 3-year Grand Slam title drought
Raonic, Shapovalov enter U.S. Open facing their own challenges
It's been a year of change for Milos Raonic and Denis Shapovalov as they enter this week's U.S. Open. Raonic finally has some accompany atop the Canadian men's tennis rankings while Shapovalov has risen from anonymity to becoming a household name.
What Daniel Nestor learned from his best doubles partnerships
As his brilliant doubles tennis career reaches its final set, Canada's Daniel Nestor reflects on the ups and downs he experienced with the three men who helped him reach his greatest heights.
Milos Raonic needs health, stability to reach his Grand Slam goals
After a breakout 2016 season that saw Milos Raonic advance to his first Grand Slam final, it seemed like only a matter of time before the big-serving Canadian won one of his own. Since then, injuries and coaching instability have set back Raonic, but tennis greats John McEnroe and Jim Courier still remain hopeful for him.
Canada's Bianca Andreescu shining as a tennis pro, as world's top player thought she might
Bianca Andreescu is learning on the fly during her rookie season on the WTA tour — a decision that world No.1 Simona Halep felt was necessary. The pair spoke during a promotional event at last year's Rogers Cup in Montreal during which Halep jokingly took credit for Andreescu's decision to turn pro.
Denis Shapovalov eyes U.S. Open as next stop on his rocket ride
Denis Shapovalov is doing things he didn't think were realistic at the beginning of the season. After his semifinal run at the Rogers Cup this month, the Canadian teenager skyrocketed from 143rd to 67th in the rankings. But he knows there's still a lot of work to do.
McEnroe, Roddick serve up advice for Raonic
Milos Raonic is already the most successful singles tennis player Canada has ever produced. But to reach the next level, there are a few things he needs to do, say Hall of Famers John McEnroe and Andy Roddick.