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Roddick is Raring to Go in London

Fresh from picking up his second trophy of the year and 32^nd of his career at Atlanta, Andy Roddick is back at one of his favorite venues and insistent that fatigue will not be a problem as he represents the United States in the Olympic Games tennis event at Wimbledon.

This Year, For the Olympics, It’s Good to be British

Britain appears to be experiencing the benefits of being the Olympic host nation as Heather Watson gained a late entry in the Women’s Singles draw because of the enforced withdrawal of Ukraine's Alona Bondarenko.

Now Laura Robson, Watson’s British partner in the Women’s Doubles who came close to reaching her first WTA final in Palermo earlier this month, is the next in line to be promoted into the draw should any other competitor be forced to withdraw due to injury.

Kafelnikov Finds Switching to Golf Isn’t Easy

Ivan Lendl found the transition from top flight tennis champion to touring golf professional to be a demanding process and now former world no.1 Yevgeny Kafelnikov is having a second attempt at successfully switching sporting codes.

Astronaut Ride Had Rich Tennis History

Astronaut Sally Ride, the  first American woman to enter space, had a rich tennis history. Ride, who passed away on Monday, was a standout junior in Southern California. She was  coached by the Hall of Famer Alice Marble and played at the Westlake School for Girls in Los Angeles. In college Ride competed for Swarthmore and Stanford, where she played No. 1 for two year and reached the quarterfinals of the International Intercollegiate Championships.

Williams Sisters Will Miss Some Events by Avoiding Traffic Problems

The William sisters will be sticking close to "home" during the London Olympics, likely meaning that the American pair could miss the opening ceremony located 20 kilometers away from their base at Wimbledon where they plan to spend the majority of their time.

The sisters have bowed to the inevitable and will not be risking any London traffic chaos during the Olympics, which start at the weekend. As a result, there is no confirmation that the high-profile pair will even attend Friday's opening ceremonies.

Denver is Hosting the National Public Parks Tennis Championships

Tennis players from ages 5 to 80, from beginners to advanced, are descending on Denver this week as the Mile High City hosts the 2012 National Public Parks Tennis Championships (NPPTC). Denver Parks and recreation has teamed up with the United States Tennis Association Colorado District, the Gates Tennis Center and the Daniels Fund for this exciting event.

Daily Tennis News—Business

Bob Larson Tennis produces several tennis newsletters. One of these is Daily Tennis News—Business. This publication is a daily report on the money in tennis; Who is getting the money, Where does it come from, What do they do with it and Where does it go.

If you are interested in the business side of tennis, you will find it interesting.  For a free copy of Daily Tennis News—Business, just send an email to bob@tennisnews.com and say you want a sample.

Tennis Job of the Day

The Palos Verdes Tennis Club, located in Southern California is currently accepting resumes for the position of Head Tennis Professional. This tennis-only facility is owned by the City of Palos Verdes Estates with 400 members and 12 courts (ten lighted). The successful candidate should be energetic, self-motivated and USPTA certified. 

The Head Professional will report to the General Manager and will be responsible for managing the teaching pros, the junior program and assisting in all aspects of the social activities of the club.  Compensation for this full-time position will include a base salary, a percentage of teaching lesson income and benefits. 

All interested candidates should direct their resume and cover letter to John Hall at johnmathewshall@verizon.net  or mail to Post Office Box 1012, Palos Verdes Estates CA, 90274.  Resumes should be submitted by August 15.  Learn more about the club at www.pvtennisclub.com .

Bob Larson’s Tennis Jobs publishes a weekly list of available tennis jobs throughout the US market. For a free sample of the current list, just email bob@tennisnews.com and say you want a free sample.

A Collection of Tennis Images For Sale

A professional tennis photographer has been shooting for almost 40 years at all the major and minor tennis tournaments for the wires systems, daily newspapers, magazines and advertising agencies. He has been to venues all over the world and has compiled tennis images (archives) of all the professionals and some juniors.  The images have all been preserved in a temperature-controlled environment and are color positives (slides), color and black & white negatives and contact sheets, as well as digital. There are in excess of 400,000 images and they are for sale. Seller will transfer copyright and will give total usage to the purchaser. Lists available with players, tournaments, dates, etc. For more information please contact  954-448-4999.

Investor Wants to Buy a Club in The Great Boston Area

Investor is interested in purchasing a tennis club in the The Great Boston Area or a part of equity. Long-term leasing with the buy-out option would be considered..

Please contact email aspitom@hotmail.com or call 617 480 2971.

Vermont Club for Sale

Tennis club for sale in Southern Vermont. A 2-indoor, 2-outdoor court facility ideal for tennis professional husband/wife team. Recent renovations include: New lighting system for indoor courts, new fitness facility, lounge and locker rooms. Call or e-mail Bob Cofer at (860)482-9424 or bob@pinewoodsclub.com.

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RESULTS - MEN

TUESDAY
Kitzbuhel
Singles - First Round
(7) E Gulbis def. (WC) A Haider-Maurer 2-6 7-5 6-1
R Dutra Silva def. J Hajek 4-1, retired (dizziness)
(Q) P Oswald def. D Brands 4-6 6-2 6-3
(Q) P Cervenak def. R Ramirez Hidalgo 4-6 7-6(7-1) 6-3
S Bolelli def. H Zeballos 7-5 7-5
Doubles - First Round
(1) Cermak/Knowle def. Begemann/Emmrich 6-4 6-2
(2) Brown/Hanley def. Klizan/Mertinak 2-6 6-2 10-8 (Match TB)
(4) Elgin/Moser def. Dutra Silva/Volandri 2-6 6-3 10-8 (Match TB)
(WC) M Fischer/Oswald def. Kavcic/Zelenay 7-5 6-1
Marx/Zovko def. Garcia-Lopez/Marrero 7-5 6-4
Doubles - Quarterfinal
Norman/Waske def. Bednarek/Kowalczyk 6-2 7-6(7-5)

Los Angeles
Singles - First Round
(5) X Malisse def. (Q) N Meister 6-4 6-1
(6) M Matosevic def. (Q) C Guccione 3-6 6-3 6-3
(Q) R Berankis def. (7) B Phau 7-6(10-8) 6-4
T Kamke def. J Blake 6-2 5-7 7-6(7-4)
I Sijsling def. (WC) S Johnson 7-6(7-4) 6-3
M Russell def. J Levine 6-3 6-4
M Ebden def. M Berrer 4-6 6-2 7-6(7-4)
P Lorenzi def. (Q) B Klahn 6-4 3-6 6-0
I Andreev def. D Sela 7-6(7-4) 6-4

RESULTS - WOMEN

TUESDAY
Baku
Singles - First Round
Julia Cohen def. (1) Ksenia Pervak 6-4 3-6 3-2, retired (Heat Illness)
(2) Alexandra Panova def. (Q) Sacha Jones 7-5 7-6(9-7)
(5) Bojana Jovanovski def. Lesia Tsurenko 6-3 2-6 6-3
(6) Nina Bratchikova def. Patricia Mayr-Achleitner 6-2 6-4
Olga Puchkova def. (7) Akgul Amanmuradova 6-3 7-6(12)
Magdalena Rybarikova def. (8) Eva Birnerova 6-1 6-1
Alberta Brianti def. Zarina Diyas 6-3 6-1
Laura Pous-Tio def. Noppawan Lertcheewakarn 6-1 2-0, retired (Right Elbow)
Sandra Zaniewska def. Elina Svitolina 6-1 7-6(7-4)
Estrella Cabeza Candela def. (WC) Ekaterine Gorgodze 6-1 6-1
Marta Domachowska def. Caroline Garcia 1-6 7-5 6-0
Doubles - First Round
Garcia/Smolina def. Lertcheewakarn/Zhou walkover (Lertcheewakarn: Right Elbow Injury)

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