HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Dec 5, 2011, 10:07 pm
Good news to Malaysian fans! One half of the Williams sisters will be coming to this part of the world early next year. CARBON Worldwide, the organiser of the WTA Tour BMW Malaysian Open, has confirmed the participation of former world no. 1 Venus Williams for the US$220,000 tournament on Feb ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Dec 4, 2011, 6:50 am
Singapore Women’s Tennis Exhibition (SWTE) is set to bring 6 WTA tennis players for an exciting 3-day knock-out tournament, on 16th to 18th December 2011. They are US Open Women’s Single Champion Samantha Stosur, world no. 8 Agnieszka Radwanska, Italian favourite Flavia Pennetta, hottie D...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Dec 3, 2011, 10:08 pm
Recently Russian netizens took part in a poll for the sexiest woman in Russian politics. Unexpectedly the honour went to former tennis player Anna Chakvetadze. Chakvetadze who turned to politics after her tennis career was threatened by health problems will run for election in Decembe...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Dec 2, 2011, 3:19 am
Yahoo Sports reported that Russian tennis hottie Maria Kirilenko is currently romantically involved with Washington Capitals star forward Alex Ovechkin.  The NHL player was said to have posted a photo of himself and Maria on his Twitter account with a message referring to Kirilenko as his "girlfr...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Dec 1, 2011, 2:27 am
It was reported in Sina Sports that Andy Murray and his 18 other friends were not allowed into a nightclub recently. In that embarrassing moment, Murray and friends were stopped by the security at the door. According to the report, the club does not allow a large group of men to enter at the sam...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Dec 1, 2011, 1:34 am
Novak Djokovic is currently in Sofia, Bulgaria shooting his first Hollywood movie.  According to the Bulgarian media, the Serbian tennis star was invited by Sylvester Stallone to feature in the film "The Expendables 2". The film is a sequel to the 2010 box office hit and is scheduled to be relea...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Nov 29, 2011, 1:30 am
Rafael Nadal may be tired after an uncharacteristic season. However he is still motivated to lead Spain in its attempt to win a 5th Davis Cup title against Argentina. This time Nadal will lead a Spain team on the clay surface at Olympic Stadium which includes David Ferrer and probable doubles partn...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Nov 24, 2011, 3:52 am
Perhaps Rafael Nadal's losses in the past few months including the recent one at O2 Arena to Roger Federer proves that he is more human than any other professional tennis players this year. Nevertheless I'm happy for Nadal who accepted the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian Award during the Barclays ATP World...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - May 17, 2011, 1:22 am
I'll be spending less time on this blog due to my demanding new job. But that doesn't mean I'll ignore tennis completely. If you want to know the latest tennis updates from me, do join me at my twitter account. Simply click on this twitter icon or scan the barcode with your smartphone and follow me...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Apr 14, 2011, 1:04 am
This picture was taken from Sina Sports when they conducted an exclusive interview with the Frenchman recently. This picture was taken from Caroline Wozniacki twitter. Tell me you love them both (I mean the pictures). HCFoo's Tennis Blog
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Apr 11, 2011, 8:22 pm
Is Li Na ready for the clay court season? Not quite. Li Na has been too busy attending award shows and shooting for commercials lately. In a latest update, Li Na was seen shooting commercial ads for the new Beijing Open stadium. She really needs to concentrate on her game and avoid losing in the fi...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Apr 6, 2011, 8:42 pm
David Ferrer was featured in the Spanish Revolution magazine recently looking like a scholar or maybe an archaeologist in a series of unusual sepia-toned photographs. The photos are meant for his Bovet watch campaign. How do you like Ferrer with a pair of spectacles on? (Images via mariosierra stud...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Apr 6, 2011, 2:46 am
Recently Rendy Lu Yen-hsun made an appearance in an Adidas event together with Taiwanese actress/singer Rainie Yang. Not only that they had an aerobic session together (check out the youtube video at the bottom of this post) on stage but they also challenged each other on bikes. In an interview af...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 25, 2011, 12:59 am
Honestly, I have no idea why the organizers like to put the tennis players together with animals. Especially when they put them together with a slithering scary snake. Jarmila Groth, Tzvetana Pironkova and Juan Ignacio Chela had to deal with their fear in a photo shoot yesterday. Vania King, Potito ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 24, 2011, 6:05 am
Here are the photos of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and friends in a charity soccer match to support the relief effort in Japan. Other players who joined this effort were Kei Nishikori, Andy Murray, Fernando Verdasco, Richard Gasquet, Feliciano Lopez, Viktor Troicki, Marcos Baghdatis, David Ferrer, ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 23, 2011, 12:40 am
Bacardi has unveiled Rafael Nadal as the face for their “Champions Drink Responsibly” campaign yesterday. Originally from Cuba, this is the first time the giant liquor company brought such a huge global campaign to the United States. In one of the first ads, Nadal emphasizes the importance of kn...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 22, 2011, 8:50 pm
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will lead a group of top tennis players (Kei Nishikori, Andy Murray, Fernando Verdasco, Richard Gasquet, Feliciano Lopez, Viktor Troicki, Marcos Baghdatis, David Ferrer, Jurgen Melzer, etc.) in a charity soccer match to help raise money for Japan earthquake relief. Na...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 22, 2011, 1:22 am
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic must have had a great time at the exhibition match in Bogota, Colombia yesterday. The tennis world no.1 and 2 not only danced the night away with a female fan. They also gave some tennis lesson to kids before the start of the event. During the match, Nadal got his r...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 22, 2011, 1:09 am
Serena Williams is still lovin' the Broadway musical even after more than a year. She was spotted wearing a Green Day Progression tee-shirt and American Idiot the Musical hat which you can purchase online. Personally I prefer to see Serena dress down like this. Can't wait to see her back into court...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 21, 2011, 8:16 pm
Djokovic beats Nadal 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 Am I disappointed about Rafael Nadal's loss to Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells? No, not at all. In fact, I actually think Nadal is a smart player with long term planning. Look, he doesn't need to defend the title this year as his gap from the world no.2 is quite fa...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 15, 2011, 1:07 am
“I love the idea that Sony Ericsson and Foursquare are giving fans the chance to become a key part of the game, rather than just being spectators. The Sony Ericsson Open is always an amazing tournament on the tour, so it seems natural that we give the fans the ultimate tennis experience here in Mi...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 13, 2011, 8:34 pm
Over the weekend actor Will Ferrell and television personality Randy Jackson met up with Novak Djokovic before his practice during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. As expected, the big boys were spotted goofing around on court. Ferrell also brought along his son Magnus to mee...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 13, 2011, 8:12 pm
I hope it's not too late for me to express my sadness over the biggest earthquake that triggered a monstrous tsunami waves that washed away the coastal towns in Japan last week. Very quickly I would think of Japanese pro tennis player Kei Nishikori. According to Nishikori, he couldn't help but thin...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 9, 2011, 7:01 pm
Novak Djokovic was spotted playing football with a group of players including Andy Murray and Philipp Kohlschreiber in between training sessions during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Check out the pictures here. Based on Murray's balancing skill, looks like he can play bette...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 9, 2011, 11:02 am
Rafael Nadal's steamy new fashion billboard for Armani Jeans was spotted along L.A.'s Sunset Strip. That familiar face with a famous ass and perfectly formed muscles are what going to attract attention to this billboard. And if you haven't seen the video of this ad yet, here's a treat for you... Wh...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 8, 2011, 8:27 pm
Before the main draw matches at BNP Paribas Open kick off later this week, Novak Djokovic was spotted hanging out at the Malibu Beach alone without his bikini clad girlfriend. If you want to know whether he'll be at the beach again or what he's up to, why not follow Djokovic on his Twitter @DjokerNo...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 7, 2011, 12:26 am
Lacoste Challenge fragrance has been around since 2009. Actor Hayden Christensen did an ad for that fragrance first and then last year it was Andy Roddick. What so cool about the fragrance is its bottle that emulates the shape of a tennis racket handle. According to Lacoste website, Challenge combi...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 5, 2011, 3:52 am
Pete Sampras has been seen hanging out with Roger Federer lately, from practice court to basketball match. Federer recently posted a photo of them together after practice on his Facebook fanpage. A star like Federer gets starstruck too... After that, they were seen at the Charlotte Bobcats vs LA L...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 4, 2011, 11:35 am
With a golden award in hands, smiling ear to ear, Li Na definitely looks like a big winner that night. Recently she was honoured with the first "Hero" award in Beijing for her outstanding contribution in tennis by China based 'World Tennis' magazine. Here are more photos at the award presentation ce...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Mar 3, 2011, 7:32 pm
Here's a series of classy photos of Roger Federer captured by world-famous fashion and royalty photographer Mario Testino. This is Credit Suisse's second major advertising photo shoot with Federer. According to Credit Suisse website, the idea behind the ad campaign is to portray the tennis star and ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Feb 8, 2011, 10:29 pm
Australian Open women’s finalist Li Na signed a multi-year million dollar deal to be the spokesperson for Häagen-Dazs in Beijing yesterday. Sporting a sexy new hairdo, Li Na made her first public appearance in her home country after a proud success at the Grand Slam final in Melbourne. The pres...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Feb 8, 2011, 7:26 pm
I received a Lunar New Year greeting card yesterday and it's from Rendy Lu Yen-hsun! Thanks to Thomas Lu and his management for sending this special card to me. It's beautiful and very meaningful indeed. Here's a closer look at the card... The front cover of the card with wishes in multi languages...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Feb 8, 2011, 3:22 am
Caroline Wozniacki flung her shoe as she tried to take a penalty kick at the Laureus Football Challenge. The event was presented by IWC Schaffhausen as part of the 2011 Laureus World Sports Awards at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi on Monday. The WTA world no. 1 has been nominated for the Laureus ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Feb 8, 2011, 2:17 am
Rafael Nadal won the top honour at this year's Laureus Sport Awards as he bagged the Sportsman of the Year title at a ceremony in Abu Dhabi on Monday. What can I say besides being proud of Nadal for his first achievement this year! Nadal arriving on the red carpet. The winner of World Sportsman of t...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Feb 4, 2011, 7:32 pm
Defending champion Vera Zvonareva and former world no. 1 Ana Ivanovic head a star-studded line-up at the US$220,000 PTT Pattaya Open, which will be held at the Dusit Thani Hotel, Pattaya from February 6-13, 2011. Ivanovic has been in Pattaya for the past three days. The PTT Pattaya Open, which was...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Feb 4, 2011, 7:20 pm
Without Australian Open runner-up Li Na, who is injured due to leg cramp, China lost to Uzbekistan 3-0 in Fed Cup Asia/Oceania Group I on Friday. In the playoff for a slot in World Group II, Uzbekistan will face Japan, which was unbeaten in Group B. (Image via Sina Sports) HCFoo's Tennis Blog
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 27, 2011, 12:26 am
I wonder how many billion people will be watching this year's Australian Open women final. It could be a recording breaking year with the entire country of China rooting for Li Na alone. Congrats to Li Na for becoming the first Chinese player to reach a Grand Slam final after defeated world no.1 an...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 26, 2011, 10:18 pm
On Tuesday, Li Na made a visit to Chinatown and was photographed attending a lion dance performance. She'll be playing against Caroline Wozniacki in the semifinal at the Australian Open today and in her bid to become the first Asian player to play in the final and win a Grand Slam. To get your final...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 26, 2011, 9:43 pm
Justine Henin retired from tennis for a second time. She announced that on her website yesterday, citing a lingering right elbow injury that cut short her comeback. (Image by Getty Images) HCFoo's Tennis Blog
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 26, 2011, 7:19 pm
The BMW Malaysian Open official website was updated yesterday. The tournament organiser has posted the main draw list but we have no idea who are the players that will receive wildcard this year. Here's the complete list:Marion Bartoli FRAAlisa Kleybanova RUSLucie Safarova CZEKimiko Date-Krumm JPN...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 25, 2011, 3:25 am
The tickets for the BMW Malaysian Open are finally up for sale and the tickets are really, really cheap! If you're a women's tennis fan (or not) and enjoy a good outdoor tennis tournament under the sun at affordable prices, this is the place to be with. The season passes are as cheap as RM100 (earl...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 24, 2011, 7:43 pm
Li Na is currently the only quarterfinalist from last year's Australian Open to reach the last eight. In an amazing winning streak of 10 matches so far this year, the Chinese player defeated Andrea Petkovic 6-2, 6-4 in today's match to reach the Australian Open semifinals for the second straight yea...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 23, 2011, 11:54 pm
If you haven't read this anywhere yet, a series of sizzling new Emporio Armani Underwear and Armani Jeans ads, featuring Rafael Nadal (and Megan Fox), were revealed last Thursday. Is this really Nadal? While it's impressive, I think David Beckham flaunts it better... I prefer a 'raw' version rather ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 20, 2011, 8:42 pm
I'm a Nike person never an Adidas. And I'm not observant either. But my eyes were pretty quick when it comes to Fernando Verdasco when I saw this advertising display in front of an Adidas shop in Pavilion, KL yesterday. Speaking of the Australian Open, Verdasco made quite an impression after saving...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 17, 2011, 8:18 pm
It was my first time at UNIQLO outlet last weekend and I find the Japanese high-street fashion brand rather affordable yet stylish. Coincidentally, Kei Nishikori has also signed a five-year sponsorship agreement with UNIQLO earlier this month wearing the apparel at Aircel Chennai Open for the first ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 16, 2011, 11:57 am
Kudos to the WTA Malaysian Open for having automotive giants BMW coming on board as title sponsor for this year's tournament. Last year, the tournament was without a title sponsor until The Holden Horses Health Sanctuary stepped in last minute. The BMW Malaysian Open, which will be held at the same...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 16, 2011, 11:17 am
On the eve of the Australian Open, Pat Rafter, Andy Roddick, Andy Murray, Victoria Azarenka, Vera Zvonareva, Rafael Nadal, Kim Clijsters, Lleyton Hewitt, Novak Djokovic, Ana Ivanovic, Justine Henin, Caroline Wozniacki, Roger Federer, Sam Stosur and Jim Courier spent 90 minutes of their time to come ...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 16, 2011, 10:19 am
Once ranked outside the world top 50, Ana Ivanovic who has dropped 5kg and found form (currently ranked no.17) is optimistic to make a splashing comeback in the women's tennis. On the eve of the Australian Open, Ivanovic revealed to The Sunday Telegraph that her split from Australian golfer Adam Sco...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 16, 2011, 8:06 am
Every year, tennis players will show up at the luxurious Crown Casino for its annual players' party prior to the Australian Open. Among the players who turned up this year were Rafael Nadal, Maria Sharapova, Robin Soderling with girlfriend Jenni Moström and David Nalbandian. Rafael Nadal in his Emp...
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HC F. posted an article on HCFoo's Tennis Blog - Jan 11, 2011, 10:03 pm
It's been awhile since I update this tennis blog. After a long break from tennis and a vacation, I think it's time for me to get back into what I do best, that is to blog about tennis. Verdasco with Mikhail Youzhny and Tomas Berdych at the Kooyong Classic presser I also confess that it is Fernando ...
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