Roger Federer just dominated a  formidable opponent for what seems like the first time in months.  Facing Radek Stepanek in the Round of 16 in Rome, whom Federer lost to in the same event last year, Federer rolled over the Czech Vet 6-4, 6-1.  In other startling news, James Blake lost to a qualifier in the first round.  Ok, so that was a bit sarcastic, Blake’s slow start has obviously become cause for concern.  However I am not as concerned as others; he hasn’t lost a step or lost his mechanics, he has simply lost some confidence.  All it takes is a big match or two to get that back, and once he does I’m confident he’ll be back in the later rounds of most events. 

One piece of startling news from Rome is Andy Murray crashing out early to qualifier Juan Monaco, he certainly seems to be taking it in stride though.

Weakest No. 1’s in history.

John McEnroe offers Federer a phone call.

Wertheim mailbag & Ad In/Ad Out.

Andy Roddick discusses his wedding.

Great idea here from Jim Courier.

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