FameCrawler : Tennis

Will Ferrell And Family Enjoy Some Tennis (Video)

Josh loposer — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:32:00 GMT

Comedic black belt Will Ferrell faced off with Swedish tennis champ Mats Wilande at the K-Swiss Global Tennis Showdown this weekend in LA. You're going to have to read on to know who won. Big cliffhanger, I know.

"He has a slice backhand that's very similar to the one I hit when I'm really lazy."

That's what Mats had to say when asked whether there were similarities in his and Will's tennis style. The similarities probably end there.

Apparently, Will's tennis style consists of really weak play offset by mind games and insults -- which of course didn't work. Hey, Will's never pretended to be a tennis champ, only a professional figure skater, basketball player, cheerleader, and NASCAR driver.

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For this unforgettable moment in sports history, of course Will brought along the family: his wife Viveca, Magnus, 5, and Mattias, 2.

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Roger Federer Struggles With Baby Names

Josh loposer — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:30:00 GMT

For one of tennis' all-time greats, you wouldn't thing that coming up with a baby name would be the greatest challenge you've ever faced -- just name it Roger II. But for Federer and wife Mirka Vavrinec, coming up with a handle for their upcoming baby is proving as difficult as beating Rafael Nadal in a major tournament.

“You know, we’ll see,” he mused. “There’s quite a few books around that are that thick, so we’ll see where it takes us. But, no, we haven’t decided anything yet. I have no clue right now myself. Thank God we have time left to decide.”

It's funny how some people know exactly what they're going to name their kids years in advance and some people consult "thick" books and can't decide until the last possible second. Will Roger and Mirka be that kind of parents that call the baby "baby" for the first few months? Surely not.

After dating for almost 9 years, Roger and Mirka got married on April 11th -- shortly after learning that Mirka was pregnant. Their baby is due sometime this summer, giving them a little time to mull over the options.

No word yet as to whether it's a boy or girl. I imagine that would help narrow down the name search, maybe. Unless Roger and Mirka are bent on breaking down traditional gender roles, or something hippie-dippie like that.

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Roger Federer & Mirka Vavrinec Wed!

Sassy Smith — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:07:00 GMT

Tennis star Roger Federer wed his longtime girlfriend - former WTA tennis player - Miroslava "Mirka" Vavrinec on Saturday, in Switzerland. The couple are also expecting their first child this summer.

Federer wrote on his personal blog:

"Earlier today, in my hometown of Basel, surrounded by a small group of close friends and family, Mirka and I got married. It was a beautiful spring day and an incredibly joyous occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Roger Federer wish all of you a Happy Easter weekend."

Last month, Federer wrote about their exciting baby news:

"Mirka is pregnant and we are so happy to be starting a family together. This is a dream come true for us. We love children and we are looking forward to being parents for the first time. Mirka is feeling great and everything is going well."

The World No. 1 adds that his earnings will come in handy once the couple's baby is born. "We have the financial background. Traveling - we can make it easy. Hotels - we can make it easy."

Roger said Mirka will relish in her new role as "mom" but probably won't be one to stay home all the time.

"I just think she’ll drop all the stuff she’s been doing so far and just become a mother, what she’s always wanted to be. She told me she still wants to travel as much as possible. We’ll see how that turns out. We don’t know yet, but I’m sure we’ll find good solutions."

Federer said once he's a dad, he'll still make decisions "that are best for my game."

Adding, "I have had a team in the past, there’s just an added a member. It’s going to be all right."

Congrats!

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Roger Federer: Awesome Tennis Player, Slightly Delusional

Roger Federer's Preggers Fiance Mirka Vavrinec is Hot in Miami Pink

Karl Erikson — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:33:00 GMT

Look at gorgeous Mirka Vavrinec, just seen in Miami in this hot pink maternity top. She was there to watch fiance tennis champ Roger Federer, 27, play in the Miami Open. Roger just announced on his Web site that he and Mirka are expecting a baby this summer.

"Mirka is pregnant and we are so happy to be starting a family together," Roger says on his site. "This is a dream come true for us. We love children and we are looking forward to being parents for the first time. Mirka is feeling great and everything is going well."

Congrats to Mirka and Roger.

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She's Baaaack: Kim Clijsters is Ready to Play Tennis Again

sweatpantsmom — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:35:00 GMT

Tennis Star Kim Clijsters is returning to competitive tennis, just two years after announcing her retirement at the young age of 23. I'm starting to not believe anyone when they say they're retiring anymore, because they only come back a couple of years later. I'll bet Clijsters' friends are wondering why they threw her that big retirement party, and are going to be wanting their gifts back pretty soon.

And Clijsters sounds like she's coming back in a big way. "I intend to play in the US Open and almost certainly in the tournaments at Cincinnati (early August)- my first official tournament back - and Toronto," she said at a press conference in her hometown. "I have been practicing on a regular basis with my training partner Wim Fissette and by physical coach Sam Verslegers, sometimes as much as six hours a day. The desire is back."

The former World No. 1 player retired back in May of 2007 after being sidelined by injuries and eager to start a family with her new husband, basketball player Brian Lynch. The couple welcomed daughter Jade Elie in February 2008.

I wonder if Clijsters was inspired by expectant dad Roger Federer, who is determined not to let impending fatherhood affect his game.

Match Point! Roger Federer is Going to be a Dad

After 2nd-Round Loss, Tiger Woods is Going Home

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Roger Federer: Awesome Tennis Player, Slightly Delusional

sweatpantsmom — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:05:00 GMT

Tennis star Roger Federer, who just announced that he and girlfriend Mirka Vavrinec are expecting their first child together, says that becoming a father will not affect his game. I'm thinking it might have a slight effect - just ask Tiger Woods.

"I think it's not going to really disturb my mind-set on tennis a whole lot," he said. "I've always made sure that my schedule is (arranged with time to) get away from tennis a little, but and then come back when I'm ready to play again. If it does something to me, I think it's going to motivate me to play for a long time."

Roger, when you're working on that schedule of yours, don't forget to fit in those diaper changes and helping Mirka with the 2am feedings.

Federer met Vavrinec, a former WTA player, at the 2000 Olympics when they were both representing Switzerland. Of impending fatherhood Federer says he's "completely excited" but admits the idea has taken some getting used to. "I've been thinking about something like this happening for the last two or three years...for me, this is not a massive shock. But when it does happen (and) your girlfriend-wife is pregnant, it definitely changes your mind-set. All of a sudden you're hoping everything goes well, whereas before you're just joking about it. From that respect, I'm excited that the baby comes out healthy and everything goes OK."

After 2nd-Round Loss, Tiger Woods is Going Home

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Match Point! Roger Federer is Going to be a Dad

sweatpantsmom — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:05:00 GMT

Tennis star Roger Federer is going to have someone else to rally with - he just announced on his website that he and longtime girlfriend Mirka Vavrinec are expecting their first baby this summer:

I have some really awesome news to share with all of you: Mirka and I are excited to let you know that we will be parents this summer! Mirka is pregnant and we are so happy to be starting a family together. This is a dream come true for us. We love children and we are looking forward to being parents for the first time. Mirka is feeling great and everything is going well. Speak soon and thanks for all your continued support!

Federer has won 13 Grand Slam singles titles (3 Australian Open, 5 Wimbledon, 5 US Open), currently just one shy of all-time leader Pete Sampras. He has also won 4 Tennis Masters Cup titles, and 14 ATP Masters Series titles, as well as winning Olympic gold in doubles. Something tells me this kid isn't going to be playing soccer.

Congrats you two - I'm sure the kid will have a great backhand.

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Sampras Serving Starbucks

Whit Honea — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:28:00 GMT

Pete Sampras and his wife Bridgette Wilson (not pictured) took their boys Christian and Ryan to Starbucks for a refreshing treat.

I'm guessing the beverage is a vanilla bean creme dealy-o, but what's in the cup? Steel-cut oatmeal or have they started serving ice cream in the two hours since I was there last?

Regardless, it's nice to see Pete out and about.

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Photos: Tennis Star Anna Kournikova Pregnant?

Sassy Smith — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:08:00 GMT

Semi-retired professional tennis star and model, Anna Kournikova and boyfriend (or husband, depending on who you believe), singer Enrique Iglesias are reportedly expecting their first child together, due this summer!

One more pic after the jump!

Despite rumors of the couple splitting (Iglesias insists he was just joking when he'd said they'd split), they are very much together (and maybe even engaged if you don't believe they're already married...confused yet? Ya, me too) and Kournikova has sparked further pregnancy gossip because she was recently photographed in a "loose fitting top." And we all know what a loose fitting shirt means - PREGGO! Or 'I had too many fries'. Or 'I ate that extra bowl of ice cream'. Or 'I'm feeling bloated today'. But I digress....

On a recent vacation in Miami, Anna and Enrique were spotted with friends, boating and relaxing poolside, and Anna, who normally shows off her slim figure in a bikini, was wearing a baggy top over leggings. Comfy maternity wear? Hmm. Maybe.

On a recent daytime talk show - El Gordo y La Flaca - Enrique was asked about the pregnancy rumors, and he replied, "Who told you that?"

He added, "I say many things.... but this time, I've said absolutely nothing of the sort."

Ha, well, we've heard many a celebrity denial before they come forward, so I'm not totally dismissing this one! And Enrique likes to play with the media, saying things that aren't true but then later saying he was only kidding.

I'm on bump watch (again).

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Introducing Cruz Hewitt

Karl Erikson — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Here's brand new Cruz Hewitt, born December 11. Proud parents tennis champ Lleyton Hewitt and Bec are happily enjoying their holidays, along with 3-year-old daughter Mia.

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Lleyton Hewitt and Wife Welcome Son

Karl Erikson — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 16:34:00 GMT

Congratulations to world famous tennis player Lleyton Hewitt and his wife Bec. They're the proud new parents of baby boy Cruz, who was born Thursday in Sydney, Australia. Cruz has an older sister, 3-year-old Mia.

Lleyton is a former World #1 tennis player. In 2001, he was the youngest male ever to be ranked #1. He won the 2001 U.S. Open and 2002 Wimbledon men's singles titles. Now, because of some hip problems and hip surgery, he's ranked as #67 in the world. That's only 786,342 spots ahead of me.

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Ashley Harkleroad Is Pregnant-Skips US Open

trix — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:05:00 GMT

Ashley Harkleroad and her fiancee/coach Chuck Adams are expecting their first child sometime next year.

I don't have an exact date, but in looking at the pictorial she did for the August issue of Playboy, I would guess that she's only 3 or 4 months along. Don't quote me though, I could very well be wrong about the time line.

Ashley is 23 and was married once before, it didn't work out.

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Donald Trump's Billion Dollar Backhand

Whit Honea — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:02:00 GMT

As you can see by Donald's business casual suit, the Trump family enjoyed a recent day of leisure by attending the U.S. Open.

Apparently Barron was a bit loud for the subdued tennis crowd, so Melanie held him and The Donald smacked 'em!

This move is not endorsed by FameCrawler but does appear effective.

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Spying on the Neighbors: 9-04-08

Whit Honea — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:01:00 GMT

Forget Obama Vs. McCain, how about the RNC Vs. the NFL?

Jennie Garth: 6 months of hell (Celebs and Bubs)

Katie Holmes is super! (Hollyscoop)

Gavin Rossdale holds court (Jezebel)

Jessica Simpson to be a mom?! (Knocked Up Celebs)

Garner's doctor visit (Gossip Girls)

Gretchen Mol gets a visit (Celebrity Baby Scoop)

Bristol not getting gift from Spears (The Superficial)

Spying on the Neighbors: 9-01-08

Whit Honea — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 21:57:00 GMT

Support MDA! Give to Jerry's kids!!

Beach fun with Gavin and Kingston (Knocked Up Celebs)

Michelle Williams finds happiness (fametastic)

Lindsay Davenport back on the court (Celebrity Baby Blog)

Britney Spears and the Beatles (Hot Momma Gossip)

Levi Longhorn (Celebrity Baby Scoop)

Heidi Klum is a hot shopper (Gossip Girls)

Ricky Martin twin info (TMZ)

Kelsey Grammer and Queen of Respect Aretha Franklin

Karl Erikson — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:37:00 GMT

Kelsey Grammer, 53-year-old star of "Frasier" and the more recent "Back to You," and his wife were seen at the U.S. Open yesterday. Grammer and wife, Camille, are the parents of daughter Mason (7) and son Jude (who just turned 4).

When Camille went to the ladies room, Kelsey went and visited with Queen Aretha Franklin and they had a nice little chat while Kelsey kind of respected Aretha's boobs. What is it with men and boobs, anyway? I'm a dude and I have no clue.

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Brooke Shields In A Bikini - Photo

Sassy Smith — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 15:35:00 GMT

Actress and model Brooke Shields, 43, graces the cover of Shape's special breast cancer October 2008 issue, and the celebrity mom of two looks fantastic!

Brooke was a little hesitant about doing a bikini top shot for the mag as she was worried that she'd gained some weight after recovering from her bunion surgery.

Shields said, "I was worried about getting out of shape and gaining weight after the surgery. So just as I did with my pregnancies, I decided to go into it at my physical best."

It may be surprising to hear, but Brooke Shields wasn’t feeling too confident wearing the bikini the Shape fashion team picked out for her for the special breast cancer October issue cover. (On the mag’s back cover, she sports a tank top.)

Brooked stepped up her workout routine. "Spinning is the only way I ever lose weight. It's purely about keeping my heart rate up and burning calories."

She's gained 9 pounds, 2 months after the surgery (ha, she looks great though!) and said, "That was a little more than I'd hoped, but by giving myself that cushion, I know I'll get back into shape pretty quickly once I can start Spinning again."

Brooke and husband Chris Henchy have two sweet girls - Rowan Frances, 5, and Grier Hammond, 2.

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James Bond Actor Punched His Pregnant Wife?

Sassy Smith — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:41:00 GMT

James Bond actor punched his pregnant wife? Wow - that's a pretty serious allegation.

James Bond actor George Lazenby, 68, is in the middle of a nasty divorce battle - he and his current wife, tennis champ Pam Shriver are fighting for custody of their three young kids. Now in the midst of his current mess, Lazenby's ex-wife Christina Master has filed papers, claiming that when she and Lazenby were married, he was a drunk and that he physically abused her (and their daughter Melanie), and even hit her while she was pregnant.

Master alleges that the former 007 star punched her in the face when she was five months pregnant and broke her nose and this was also when their son, Zack, was dying of cancer.

She finally left Lazenby in 1994 and would have done so sooner but she claims he threatened to kill her when she asked for a divorce, so she stayed out of fear for her life and that of her children.

Their grown daughter, Melanie, 34, claims that her dad, "tormented me, humilated me, hurt me physcially, scarred me emotionally." She says that one time her father shoved her head in a toilet and pointed a gun at her after she missed coming home on time.

Lazenby has denied all allegations, saying that they are "contrived, unfounded and without merit."

He added through his rep, "I wish Christina would show me a medical report, x-ray and pictures that show I broke her nose. I never punched her in my life."

He denies the claims made by his daughter as well, saying he was sorry, "that he ignored Melanie from the time she was 12 years old" while he cared for his dying son, and says that he "did not have one drink" while he looked after Zack.

Lazenby's son with his ex-wife, was sick with cancer at 11-years-old and passed away at age 19 in 1994.

He adds, "Melanie is always seeking revenge for that mistake. I never thought a family member would kick me when I was down.

George's wife Pam Shriver has filed court papers claiming that he is an abusive drunk who at times, tried to give their young children alcohol and that he threatened to kill her.

Lazenby says that his wife was hooked on prescription painkillers, sleeping pills and booze and often drove their children while in a "stupor." Shriver has of course denied the allegations. George claims that his current wife purposely contacted his ex-wife and daughter during this year's French Open as she "was preparing secretly for a divorce."

Lazenby said that his wife is using his family against him "but it is not working." He also wondered if his daughter was "on her medication for her bipolar disorder when she met with Pam."

Good Lord - quite a case of she said, he said, and she said. I feel sorry for George and Pam's kids - George Jr, 4, and twins, Kaitlin and Samuel, 3. They're the real victims here.

George Lazenby, played Bond in the movie On Her Majesty's Secret Service, in 1969.

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Whit Honea — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:58:00 GMT

Who gets custody, a one-time Bond or a 22-time Grand Slam winner (not Denny's)?

That's the question, but we assume with more relevant criteria than their individual accolades, as George Lazenby and his wife Pam Shriver are divorcing after six years of marriage and taking the issue of custody to the courts (not tennis).

They are both seeking sole custody, which means the real victims will be their three young children. I hope this battle is actually over them and not at each other.

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Love for Ryder

Whit Honea — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:04:00 GMT

Ryder Robinson looks like he's ready to take it to the courts.

Kate Hudson's little boy (dad is rocker Chris Robinson) was rumored to be considering a possible haircut while mom was hot and heavy with clean cut Lance Armstrong. Looks like the end of that relationship saved Ryder twenty bucks and a trip to the barber.

Hey, that's just more time on the clay.

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Kate and Lance: Tennis Anyone?

Whit Honea — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:49:00 GMT

Hot couple Lance Armstrong and Kate Hudson played a little tennis in Pacific Palisades yesterday. Lance's twin girls Isabelle and Grace seem to be hitting it off well with Kate. That's always nice.

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Tim Henman Back at Wimbledon

Whit Honea — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:48:00 GMT

Recently retired tennis ace Tim Henman and his wife Lucy took their daughters Rosie and Olivia to a garden party at Wimbledon which will benefit a children's charity.

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I Want To Squish Keri Russell's Baby

Karen — Tue, 27 May 2008 23:02:00 GMT

In a good way of course. I love the way his hair is so blonde it's nearly white and all flyaway. How freaking cute are they? They shared a snuggle while they watched Daddy Shane Deary play tennis over the weekend.

Serena Williams Not Pregnant, Kicks Ashley Harkleroad's Ass

sweatpantsmom — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:05:00 GMT

Well, it turns out Serena Williams wasn't pregnant as I reported last year (okay, so I shouldn't have listened to my mom's neighbor's hairdresser.) But she did kick ass at the French Open, beating fellow American Ashley Harkleroad on Sunday, the first day of the tournament.

Harkleroad isn't hanging around licking her wounds, though - she's preparing for her debut in the August issue of Playboy. When Serena heard about Bible-studying Ashley's upcoming spread (no pun intended) she joked, "I'm surprised she beat me to it."

By the way, Ashley Harkleroad definitely is not pregnant. You heard it here first.

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Spying on the Neighbors: 4-30-08

Whit Honea — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 21:54:00 GMT

Hey, we should really talk about your Miley Cyrus obsession.

More people we don't care about talk about Miley Cyrus and her "topless" photos (Perez Hilton)

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Brangelina in France (Gossip Girls)

Liam Gallagher and son Lennon (Celebrity Baby Scoop)

Lindsay Davenport and son (Celebrity Moms)

Faith Evans and sons (Celebs and Bubs)

Kate Hudson's son crushes on Kelly Ripa (Babyrazzi)

Broderick boys (Jezebel)

Willie Nelson and Snoop Dogg performing together (Scanner)