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On Night of Upsets, Blake Falls to Friend

Katherine Thompson — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 11:34:06 CDT

Despite James Blake's hometown support in Flushing Meadows and recent victory over Roger Federer, the No. 9 seed couldn't move on to the fourth round of the US Open. Standing in his way was Mardy Fish, the friend for whom Blake will serve as groomsman next month, the New York...

Blake Says Mayer Was Nerdy Kid Like Him

Caroline Zimmerman — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 20:38:47 CDT

Singer John Mayer and tennis star James Blake weren't girl-magnets in school, Blake tells People . Old pals, they spent hours during elementary and junior high years playing video games. "I don't know what he likes to tell about his high school experience," Blake said, "but I definitely didn't have girls...

Federer Falls to Blake

Kevin Spak — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:11:54 CDT

Roger Federer’s lackluster year continued today, as American James Blake knocked him out of the Olympics, 6-4, 7-6 (2), ESPN reports. Blake had won just a single set against the once-invincible Federer in their previous eight meetings. The women’s side also saw big upsets, with Serena Williams falling to Elena...

Blake Wins Rainy Debut Olympic Match

Katherine Thompson — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 11:00:00 CDT

American James Blake took the first step toward his goal of an Olympic gold in tennis today, beating Australia's Chris Guccione 6-3, 7-6 (3). Blake scored the final point of the tiebreak with an ace. He held service in every game, and only once broke Guccione. Heavy rain delayed many...

Blake Advances to Clay Court Quarterfinals

Jamie Buss — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 21:20:03 CDT

Top-seeded James Blake beat 15-year-old Ryan Harrison 6-3, 6-2 today to move into the quarterfinals in the U.S. Men's Clay Court Championship. Blake needed just 50 minutes to eliminate the Texas teenager, who earlier this week won his first-ever tour match. Harrison is only the 11th player since the...

Doubles Win Keeps France Alive in Cup

Mitch Pritchard — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 17:14:58 CDT

Frenchmen Michael Llodra and Arnaud Clement rallied past top-ranked twins Bob and Mike Bryan 6-7 (7), 7-5, 6-3, 6-4 to cut the Americans' lead to 2-1 in their Davis Cup quarterfinal today. The Bryans had been 14-1 in Davis Cup play and 5-0 in clinching situations, but they couldn't secure...

Blake, Roddick Give US 2-0 Davis Cup Lead

Chip Bayers — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 19:20:15 CDT

James Blake's perseverance and Andy Roddick's power gave the United States a commanding 2-0 lead over France in the Davis Cup quarterfinals on Friday. Blake overcame his fifth-set woes, fighting off two match points to beat Paul-Henri Mathieu 7-6 (5), 6-7 (3), 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 and Roddick ripped 30 aces...

Bryans Lead US Past Austria in Davis Cup

Mitch Pritchard — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 22:15:13 CST

Friday was for stressing, but yesterday was relaxing for the U.S. team in the first round of the Davis Cup. After Andy Roddick and James Blake struggled to win singles matches Friday, twins Bob and Mike Bryan won in straight sets to beat Austria and send the U.S....

Federer Fends Off Blake

Katherine Thompson — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 06:49:03 CST

Roger Federer had to work to defend his top ranking and earn a berth in the Australian Open finals, as American James Blake put up a good—though ultimately futile—fight today. Despite plaguing Federer with his powerful forehand, Blake fell 7-5, 7-6 (5), 6-4, as the crowd roared support...