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Articles by Tim Ellis
6 players who had a bad case of the service yips after Coco Gauff’s nightmare: From Novak Djokovic to Anna Kournikova
Coco Gauff has joined the list of players who have been in service hell.
Epic Novak Djokovic triumphs and Roger Federer vs Rafael Nadal classic: 7 legendary ATP Tour finals
After a China Open epic, we look at seven of the best ATP Tour finals in recent history.
Novak Djokovic’s PTPA launch to Iga Swiatek’s scheduling complaints – 7 times players challenged ATP and WTA
We look at the times when the ATP and WTA were challenged by some of the biggest names in the sport.
7 memorable Laver Cup matches – from Roger Federer’s emotional retirement to epic Frances Tiafoe comeback
From emotional farewells to epic clashes, we look at some of the most memorable Laver Cup moments.
8 Times Tennis Players Were Gripped By Nerves: Raducanu’s breathing problems, Alcaraz gets nervous before Djokovic
Jack Draper admitted he was nervous during the US Open semi-final, but he is in good company...
9 Tennis Rivalries That Stoked Hate: ft. Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal & John McEnroe
John McEnroe v Jimmy Connors, Serena Williams v Maria Sharapova & Rafael Nadal v Robin Soderling all feature.
Novak Djokovic’s 7 greatest Grand Slam escapes: Featuring 2019 Wimbledon final against Roger Federer
Novak Djokovic is well known for coming back from the dead.
Top 11 unsportsmanlike tennis controversies: Andy Murray v Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Serena Williams v Naomi Osaka
Here are 11 tennis incidents that lit the fuse of being below the belt or just plain cheating.
Top 10 players with pushy parents featuring a ‘supportive’ Judy Murray and Emma Raducanu’s ‘hard to please’ father
Andy Murray, Emma Raducanu and Steffi Graf are some of the players who have had to deal with "pushy parents".
A moment in time: Roger Federer beats resilient Andy Roddick in 2009 Wimbledon final
Tim Ellis recalls the four hours and 17-minute 2009 classic between Roger Federer and Andy Roddick.
Andy Murray and the never-ending retirement narrative – The Last Crusade: Take 25
Hold off the never-ending "ending" for now. Andy Murray is ready for the grind, writes Tim Ellis.
Businesslike Nick Kyrgios looks to wine and dine on glory at Wimbledon
Nick Kyrgios' ship hasn’t sailed quite yet, writes Tim Ellis.
Five things that we have missed this Wimbledon
If you're getting the feeling that Wimbledon is lacking this year, you just might be onto something.
Etiquette hits the net as Gentlemen’s Singles turn ugly
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Nick Kyrgios held an ill-tempered battle but it wasn't the only breakdown in Etiquette at Wimbledon on Saturday.
Andy Murray’s greatest hits not enough to stop John Isner’s heavy metal music at Wimbledon
Andy Murray's exit from Wimbledon was rough for those watching, writes Tim Ellis.
Ten Brits who had their 15 minutes in the Wimbledon sun, featuring Marcus Willis, Heather Watson, Kyle Edmund
Sometimes, less fancied Brits have risen to the occasion in front of the Wimbledon home crowd...
Emma Raducanu looking to escape the twilight zone
Emma Raducanu's air space is full of noise and traffic best shut down, writes Tim Ellis.
Iga Swiatek steamrollers the field as opposition falls flat
Will anyone even get close to challenging Iga Swiatek.
A moment in time: Andre Agassi’s third coming at the French Open in 1999
Tim Ellis recalls Andre Agassi's coming of age from the street kid to the statesman during the 1999 French Open.
Wimbledon needs a good tournament to quell the naysayers
After recent problems, Wimbledon 2022 needs to be a good one to quieten its critics.
Birthday boy Novak Djokovic looking to reset in the summer of ’22
Novak Djokovic is 35 today. This summer might just see him return to the top of his game after losing himself at the turn of the year.
Carlos Alcaraz gives Next Gen brigade a look into the future and shows there is life after the Big Three
It looks like new kid on the block Carlos Alcaraz wants all the candy.
A moment in time: The fairytale of New York – Andy Murray claims his first Grand Slam
We are all getting retro vibes so here is a recall of Andy Murray's 2012 US Open win.
Frenemies or genuine bromance? Fedal, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic
Who are the guys that get on as opposed to tolerating each other in men's tennis?
Six points to love? Half a dozen things Emma Raducanu can do to win the game of life
Tim Ellis is on hand with some advice for Emma Raducanu, although she probably doesn’t need it.
Grand Slam winners Iga Swiatek and Sofia Kenin worlds apart in life at the top
Tim Ellis looks at the differing fortunes of Grand Slam winners Iga Swiatek and Sofia Kenin.
A moment in time: Roger Federer vs Rafael Nadal – The finale of the Wimbledon trilogy 2008
Tim Ellis takes you back to Wimbledon 2008 when Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal produced an epic.
Top 10 tennis mid-match retirements: From Novak Djokovic being a ‘sore loser’ to Serena Williams’ unlucky slip
Tennis365 remembers some of controversial, unlucky and plain brutal incidents that ended matches prematurely.
Top 10 tough cookies of tennis: From Jimmy Connors’ true grit to Rafael Nadal making Roger Federer cry
Tim Ellis looks at the tough as teak tennis players who thrive when the chips are down.
A moment in time: When Sergiy Stakhovsky ‘kicked the butt of Roger Federer’ at Wimbledon
Tim Ellis recalls Sergiy Stakhovsky's famous win over Roger Federer at Wimbledon in 2013.
Daniil Medvedev news: The World No 1’s top six LOL moments
Daniil Medvedev has been known to jump into comedy at times during his glittering career.
Wimbledon feature: 100 years of Centre Court – Exclusive Q&A with the AELTC
Such an iconic staple at SW19.
A moment in time: Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal in Iron Man 2012 Australian Open final
Tim Ellis recalls the five-hour, 53-minute classic Australian Open final between Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.
A moment in time: When Roger Federer’s SABR rattled Novak Djokovic
The introduction of Roger Federer's SABR against Novak Djokovic...
Ashleigh Barty comment: The girl next door who stands out
Ashleigh Barty's natural charm makes it easy to be a fan of the newly crowned Australian Open champion.
Naomi Osaka comment: Four-time Grand Slam winner sees the light in the loss column
We are going to have redefine what we expect from Naomi Osaka. That’s our problem. Not hers, writes Tim Ellis.
Australian Open feature: Anyone for actual tennis? Andy Murray erases the blue mood
Tim Ellis explains why the focus should be solely on-court now at the Australian Open.
Novak Djokovic in terminal soap opera loop with several twists still to come
Tim Ellis on the movie-like drama surrounding Novak Djokovic at the 2022 Australian Open.
Life is a cabaret: Top 10 Nick Kyrgios matches in his career so far
Tim Ellis assesses the Australian's best on court performances ahead of the 2022 season.
Rules are rules, but does tennis need to rewrite them?
Tim Ellis explains why he thinks tennis needs to adapt to stay relevant.
Top 10 Power Rankings: From Leylah Fernandez to Emma Raducanu, Daniil Medvedev and Novak Djokovic
Who's up and who was down on and off court in 2021, according to Tim Ellis.
Emma Raducanu: The US Open champion’s homecoming movie must get real
Tim Ellis pleads for patience and pragmatism with Emma Raducanu.
Will tennis thrive and not just survive after Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retire?
Tim Ellis on life after Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.
Top 10 tennis apologies from Novak Djokovic falling foul to Serena Williams ruining Naomi Osaka’s moment
Tim Ellis shares his top 10 tennis apologies.
10 tennis takeaways from 2021: From Emma Raducanu’s US Open success to Novak Djokovic becoming human
Tennis takeaways featuring Emma Raducanu, Novak Djokovic, tantrums, tears and Andy Murray at SW19.
21 or true love? Novak Djokovic dares to dream of more than just Grand Slams
Novak Djokovic was initially the gatecrasher, but it is time to give him his dues, writes Tim Ellis.
Alexander Zverev provides German success while Nick Kyrgios avoids late-night excess at Wimbledon
Tim Ellis was at No.1 Court at Wimbledon on day two.
No Wimbledon, no summer? Tim Ellis on all the things he will miss about Wimbledon this year
Tim Ellis gets a bit emotional over Wimbledon cancellation.
Fedal: The 39th step could be one too many for Roger Federer
Tim Ellis on the upcoming clash between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
Top 10 actions of physical fury: where does David Nalbandian’s rage rank?
Tim Ellis looks at 10 moments when tennis stars lost their cool.