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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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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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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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Chris Evert's Kids Mesh Well with Greg Norman's

Karl Erikson — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:35:00 GMT

Chris Evert, known for winning 18 Grand Slams in tennis and being the number 1 women's tennis player for 7 years in a row, has been married to pro golfer Greg "The Shark" Norman for two months now. And their families are getting along great. Evert has three sons with former Olympic skier Andy Mill: Alex, 16, Nicky, 14, and Colton, 12. Norman's kids, Morgan and Gregory, are older so they don't live with The Shark.

Evert says that the families "all mesh pretty well." Her sons get along great with Norman.

At a press conference to announce Evert's new tennis center at a Dominican Republic resort, the couple looked like teenage sweethearts, walking into the press room holding hands. Norman jokingly asked a question during the conference, "So, how is your marriage working out?"

Evert answered, "It's gonna be great forever." Aw, isn't that sweet? I had such a crush on Chris Evert-Lloyd as a kid. She's still a hottie that I wouldn't mind sharing a Grand Slam with. What? I meant the Denny's breakfast. Pervs.

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Gwen And Kingston Stroll Through London

trix — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:25:00 GMT

Gwen Stefani and Kingston out and about in London.

I'm sure happy that she only puts her hair up like this every once in a while. It's not exactly her best look, I know it's kooky and all that but really Gwen, it's so unnattractive.

On the other hand Kingston looks cute as always.

When is she going to have that baby, she's gotta be hot. I know it's London but it's still summer time and being that far along in any kind of weather is uncomfortable.

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Gwen And Gavin Do Wimbledon

trix — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:34:00 GMT

Gwen and Gavin graciously sign autographs on a day that wasn't about them at all.

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale, tennis fans (who knew), attended Wimbledon to cheer on their friend Roger Federer to victory. Roger won the match, woo hoo. Maybe Gwen and Gavin were his own personal good luck charms, I doubt it, he's super talented.

*update-- Nadal won his first Wimbledon Final. Congrats!!!

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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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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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Tim Henman's Daughter Cheers When Silence is Required

Karen — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 16:12:00 GMT

Tim Henman won against Croatia's Roko Karanusic as daughter Rosie was quite enthusiastic at the Davis Cup, yelling "Daddy Daddy," when silence was required.

A family member warned her to 'shush.' All was well, after all, it's not like they were flying Southwest.

Henman might be looking at a lot more time with his young daughters, Rosie (4), Olivia (2) and new baby Grace, born last Friday. He announced his plans to retire after this weekend's cup tie. Now that will give Daddy's Little Girls lots to cheer about.