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How Djokovic, Azarenka, Hantuchova and Others Prepared for the BNP Paribas Open

March 6, 2013 by tennisbloggers

The BNP Paribas Open is just under way, and with all the recent tennis festivities including the BNP Paribas Showdowns and K-Swiss Desert Smash, tennis players have been preparing for Indian Wells in a variety of fun and entertaining ways. We’ll give you the full run down on Novak Djokovic, Juan Martin del Potro, Caroline Wozniacki, Mardy Fish, Jack Sock, Daniela Hantuchova and many more!
At the K-Swiss Desert Smash, Novak Djokovic practiced his victory celebration when he partnered up with actor Jeremy Piven, while also striking some Madonna-like poses during play.


Mardy Fish and Djokovic practiced their “hanging out” skills on-court to the delight of fans.

The Bryan Brothers and Sam Querrey played some tennis, while Fernando Verdasco attempted his best Ray Charles impression.

No tennis party would be complete nowadays without some RedFoo action, so Jack Sock, Paul Henri Mathieu and French DJ Bob Sinclair posed with RedFoo for some photos after playing.

Daniela Hantuchova stood uncomfortably with the Party Rock Crew during the K-Swiss Desert Smash Player’s Party arrivals. Standing through a unique photo-op like this should prepare her for ANY awkward battles on the tennis court this week.

Speaking of Hantuchova, she and Melanie Oudin helped with the women’s main draw ceremony at the BNP Paribas Open, while Tommy Robredo helped with the men’s draw. That’s some heavy lifting of giant tennis balls there!

On the East Coast in New York City, Juan Martin del Potro gave his arm muscles a workout as he hoisted the most adorable (and talented) little girl during the BNP Paribas Showdown. The pair teamed up to play a few entertaining points against Rafael Nadal and actor Ben Stiller. (Full video here.)

Meanwhile during the Hong Kong edition of the BNP Paribas Showdown, Caroline Wozniacki improved her footwork by dancing with a dragon and a ballboy.

In London, Johnny Marray practiced his mini-tennis skills in prep for the big stage at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.

Two days later after participating in the BNP Paribas Showdown in New York City, Azarenka took to the Indian Wells practice courts with her boyfriend RedFoo and chatted up a storm on the sidelines.

And last, but certainly not least, Andy Murray also hit the Indian Wells practice courts for some good preparations. We can now checkmark the “Prepare” from off his t-shirt and get ready to “Attack” and “Destroy” next!

Filed Under: Lead Story Tagged With: Andy Murray, BNP Paribas Open, Caroline Wozniacki, Daniela Hantuchova, jack sock, Juan Martin del Potro, Mardy Fish, Novak Djokovic, redfoo, Tennis, Tommy Robredo, Victoria Azarenka

Azarenka parties with Redfoo, Raonic suave for promos, Na Li does charity tour: What tennis players do after losing at the US Open

September 10, 2012 by tennisbloggers

By Romi Cvitkovic

Tennis players are a peculiar breed. They lose nearly every week, but they get back on their feet just as often – many times with invigorating activities to keep their focus in check. We catch up with Victoria Azarenka, Milos Raonic, Laura Robson, Maria Sharapova and Na Li as we see what they were up to after losing at the US Open, including fashion shows, parties, charity tours and Olympic parades.

Some players party with Redfoo after a tough loss in the women’s championship match…

World No. 1 Victoria Azarenka has had a familiar face in her player’s box during several of her matches at the US Open, rock star Redfoo of the group LMFAO, and Sunday was no different. The upcoming sponsor of the Party Rock Open in Las Vegas, Redfoo fistpumped and cheered his way into Vika’s heart. The duo – with some extra friends – partied just hours after her heart-breaking loss. And apparently there’s video coming up of the night as well. Guess a good party goes a long way to turn that frown upside down, Vika.

We doing shots baby RT @vika7: @RedFoo lets do this….im ready

— RedFoo (@RedFoo) September 10, 2012


Victoria Azarenka parties with Redfoo after her women’s final defeat against Serena Williams at the US Open

Some players attend glamorous events …

When Canadian Milos Raonic lost in the fourth round to Andy Murray, he jetted to Toronto for a plethora of events and appearances, including a Hello! Magazine Canada party where he sported the casual look:

Milos Raonic (R) with HELLO! Canada Publisher Lisa Tant

… an amfAR Cinema Against AIDS event where he posed with Miss Universe Canada 2012 Sahar Biniaz. Do I smell a crush, Milos?
Milos Raonic (R) with Miss Universe Canada 2012 Sahar Biniaz

… and looking equally suave with a hint of pink and that same killer smile, Milos attended the Glitz and Glamour Breast Cancer Benefit alongside fellow countryman Daniel Nestor.
Milos Raonic (L) with compatriot and fellow tennis player Daniel Nestor

Some players forget their worries by attending New York Fashion Week …

Even before the US Open began, Maria Sharapova blitzed through the New York media scene with her “Sugarpova” candy launch. So after her abrupt semifinal finish at the Slam, Maria needed a good way to wind down. After what better way for the fashionista than taking in the Victoria Beckham show with good friend Anna Wintour? Looking fresh and outfitted in a color block jacket and elastic waistband red trousers, Maria also had an intimate conversation with the fashion icon. Anything that helps you wind down, Maria, we’re all for it.

Maria Sharapova (L) arrives to the Victoria Beckham fashion show with Anna Wintour

Maria Sharapova (far) and Anna Wintour share an intimate moment

Some players travel back to the Olympic stadium …

British teenager Laura Robson had her best results at a Slam by making the fourth round, defeating Na Li and ending Kim Clijsters’ career before losing to defending champion Sam Stosur. But Laura wasn’t disappointed. That gave her the opportunity to return to the Olympic village for the Paralympic Closing Ceremonies and participate in the Olympic and Paralympic heroes’ victory parade earlier today – sporting her silver medal in mixed doubles, of course! Compatriot Ross Hutchins joined in as paparazzi.

Laura Robson with compatriot Ross Hutchins

Laura Robson at the Victory Parade for Team GB and Paralympic GB athletes in London

Some players launch a new book…

Chinese player Na Li is always a good sport even with her surprise loss to Robson last week. But she was back in business in Beijing over the weekend promoting her new book “Play Alone” and rebutting a statement from China’s tennis chief.
Last week at the US Open, China’s tennis chief Sun Jinfang blamed Li’s failure at the US Open due to a lack of education, saying “We have seen for a long time that Li Na can suddenly collapse. Why is this? Because athletes like her have not received a good education.” Her rebuttal came at her book signing press conference: “I don’t think my temper has anything to do with my education. I’m not angry with such talks. There is a Chinese old saying that rumors stop before the wise…. I’m not worried about being misunderstood. I just say what I want to say.” You go, girl.

Na Li at her “Play Alone” book signing in Beijing

Earlier, Li played some street badminton, table tennis and even piano(!) with kids during her charity tour to impoverished schools in Beijing, donating money, books and stationery to the charity school. A heart of gold.
Na Li on on her charity tour playing badminton, basketball, table tennis and piano.

In summary, the life of a tennis player is never boring or dull even when you expect it to be after one of the biggest events in the sport. Next up, the ladies have already begun with their tournaments this week in Tashkent and Quebec, and the men are set to begin the Davis Cup semifinals.

Filed Under: Lead Story, Romi Cvitkovic Tagged With: Laura Robson, li na, Maria Sharapova, Milos Raonic, Na Li, new york fashion week, olympic victory parade, redfoo, Tennis, US Open, Victoria Azarenka, what tennis players do for fun

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