Tension in The Big Apple

      Novak Djokovic and Andy Roddick have created a lot of tension at the US Open; it's yet to be determined who is to blame.  It was shocking to hear Novak's on court interview after his match with Andy.  Novak displayed questionable sportsmanship by arguing with the US Open fans; but at the same time, you have to give the guy credit for having such bravery.  I don't know many people who have the guts to pick a fight with New York City fans on national TV.  Unfortunately it's not very good for the sport to have one of it's biggest stars [Novak] getting in fights with the fans; on the other hand, Andy's comments were clearly done to get under Novak's skin before their battle.

      "Mr. Class" aka Roger Federer is back to his old winning ways; he looks strong going into the Flushing Meadows finals.  I did predict that Roger wouldn't win the 2008 US Open, but after his easy first round match, that prediction looked pretty glum.  Give Fed some credit, he is playing with serious fire and enthusiasm, showing just how much he loves the game and respects the US Open title.  In my opinion, the biggest problem with Federer used to be his lack of emotion, on and off the court, but now the guy is fighting with the guts, proving what a true champion is made of (ie, Agassi, Sampras, Muster and Connors).