“So even after I played Beijing (members of the media) were always asking me when I was going to retire.
“I was like, ‘Hey guys, I’m not old. I can still play. I’m feeling healthy and I can still run on the court, even a little bit faster than before.’ And I’m [...]

“I never intended to hit him, it was an unfortunate reaction in which I wanted to let off steam after losing a point.

“I had the opportunity to personally apologize to the line umpire for this regrettable act that I am fully responsible for.”
- former World No. 3 David Nalbandian in a statement following his disqualification [...]

“I think I have to be honest, lost a little bit of respect. Because I respect what they have achieved.
“And I really respect what someone else (has done), I know how hard it is to reach the top level of a sport like tennis.
“I think I would never say Martina (Navratilova) was number one [...]

“I never doubted that my father would manage my assets in the most efficient and beneficial way.
“(Then) the surprise came. Then, the disappointment. The surprise of finding myself without resources after a career full of successes and therefore winnings.
(My parents) left me with nothing and I owe the tax authorities. How can it [...]

Serena Williams was hit with a $2000 fine, stemming from her verbal tirade during her loss at the US Open.  The 13-time Grand Slam champion directed a torrent of venom toward chair umpire Eva Asderaki, after being slapped with a costly point penalty.
US Open tournament referee Brian Earley said in a statement:
“This fine is consistent [...]

“I was a little more tired than I expected, but I’m not here to make excuses. I want to give all the credit to Sam, because I think she played really, really well. I don’t think it would have made a difference today. I just probably should have been lighter on my [...]

“For me that’s not a real match in tennis. I hope to play soon against (Raonic on a) clay court to show him what it is to play tennis, and play rallies, and run, and not only serve.”
- an irritated Fernando Verdasco, after losing to rising star Milos Raonic for the second time in four [...]

World No. 5 Andy Murray responded to the media yesterday, following his disappointing straight-set loss to Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final.
The 23-year-old Scot, who dropped his third consecutive Grand Slam final without winning a set, has once again come under fire for his apparent lack of effort and fighting spirit.
“It’s true that I [...]

“(Gulbis) comes from a very wealthy family. He isn’t hungry.”
- tennis broadcaster and former WTA World No. 3 Pam Shriver, serving up a snarky response when asked if she felt the 22-year-old Latvian star had the goods to win a Grand Slam title.
Gulbis provided further fuel for the International Hall of Fame inductee’s feelings, having [...]