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Serena Strides Into US Open Quarters
By Craig Gabriel
NEW YORK: There was just no stopping Serena Williams as she charged into the quarterfinals of the US Open and became the first player to reach the last eight. It's allowed her to take another major step forward to defending the title she won last year over Jelena Jankovic in straight sets.
This marks the eighth time she has made the US Open quarter finals.
It took Serena only 64 minutes to beat Daniela Hantuchova 6-2, 6-0 to record her eighth win from nine matches against the Slovak. The match was locked at 2-2 in the first set when Serena went on a tear and won ten consecutive games to close things out. Talk about someone being in a hurry. It was great stuff from the champion.
It's easy to say she played well but let's look at the box score in this match and it will really highlight how impressive Serena was. She had a first serve percentage of 73% which is very high and she won a staggering 85% of those points.
She struck 27 winners compared to nine for Hantuchova who also had 17 errors. Serena also had nine break points and converted five. Hantuchova did not have a single break point on Serena's serve; that is how impressive the lady was.
"I traditionally play really well in my fourth round matches," Serena said. "I just want to keep this level and just stay focused and play well my next match. I hope that you'll see more consistency. I thought that it was good. I actually felt I got off to a slow start, but maybe I didn't. So hopefully I'll be able to continue this.
"This game is already over with, though. I'm just looking forward to my next round."
Incredibly, this year is the tenth anniversary of Serena's first US Open crown and she says she can remember every moment and every match she played that year which is amazing because very often she can't remember who she play last year. The time has really flown by and she has to stay in the present.
At the time of writing she doesn't know who will be across the net in the quarters; its either seventh seed Vera Zvonareva who she has a 5-1 record over, or tenth seed Flavia Pennetta who she's played, and beaten, once.



SERENA REED, C/SPRINGS, FL (8 YEARS OLD) HEY SERENA!!! My NAME IS SERENA AND MY MOM NAMED ME AFTER YOU. I LUV that DANCE and that game today was the BOMB!!!.You are my favorite tennis player and I wish you LOTS of LUCK and GOD BLESS.
Reena, I really wanted your sister to win the Open this year.. Unfortunately, she lost to Cijsters just now. If it come down to you and Kim, just take care of business...Vee, should have won that. I know this is your site, but sisters will always be sisters and i know that you read each other's comments. I also needed to share my views with you regarding the devestating lost to Kim. Vee needs sometime off to protect the knee. You got this one again and will be number one by winning it. I want you to sustain the numebr ranking for longer than year. The you are indeed the best female tennis player in the world.. I love you!!!!
I know you can make it. Just focus. Good luck! dgemeda
Hi Serena. I'm glad to see you playing with so much game. I dearly want you to keep this level, stay focused, and play well in your next match too. I'm rooting for you.
Without the Williams' sisters, Venus and Serena, Tennis would be nothing!!!. I am really surprised to see the blatant racism exhibited by the commentators and the US fans today while Venus was playing. They were all cheering for a foreigner instead of supporting Venus who has given so much to this game. Venus played exceptionally well being injured and took it to Kim....Venus was the better player and could have easily beaten that...itch!. She should be ashamed that an injured player took it to her in fine fashion and she should not rejoice in that victory. That Mary Carillo, the commentator, should be removed from commentating on these games...she puts the Williams' sisters down and she always says negative things about them!!!. Anyway, Serena, go and show Kim how tennis is really played...defeat her and send her back into retirement!!!. You will be the US OPen 2009 WINNER!!!.
agree with that Mary Carillo commentator. She should be fired! anyways, Good luck Serena! some of your games usually start at 2 am here in the Philippines. But I stay up and watch you. lol. you are the best!
My little sister in the faith Serena, keep walking in the wisdom from above, and you will always be victorious and eloquent even in the face of intense opposition. You have grown so much! Like fine wine, you are improving with age. It seems as if you are really having fun out there as well as doing your job. How many people love going to work these days? Venus lost to Kim today, yet Vee continues to deal with adversity with strength and pure humility. She dignifies her opponents unlike anyone else. I can see how you've grown more humble also. We know that humility is a good thing right? So, stay beautiful, do your secular jobs well, and always put the Kingdom first.
do you think anyone can beat kim she's hot right now
You were workin' it today Serena! Keep up the great serving, groundstrokes, angles, low unforced, and stellar movement. Congrats on your doubles win too! You & Ve looked mighty fine out there ;-) I forsee another Doubles' Title!
HI DARLING YOU WERE ONCE AGAIN AWSOME ON THE LAST MATCH. PLEASE DO ME A FAVOR. TAKE CAE OF VENUS LIGHT WORK IN THE SEMI - FINALS. THE GIRL BEAT HER BECAUSE OF HER KNEE. AND AFTER THE MATCH VENUS EXTENDED HER HAND AND KIM. TOOK THE HAND SHAKE, BUT DIDNT EVEN LOOK AT VENUS. LIKE SHE WASNT EVEN THERE. SO CAN YOU MAKE IT A 6 - 0 , 6 - 0 WIN IN THE SEMI FINALS. DEPENDING IF SHE MAKES IT THERE. MANY BLESSINGS FROM CHICAGO. LOVE THE SITE. AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL PICTURE. WHERE CHEERING FOR YOU AT THE NEIGHBORHOOD BAR. EVERY MATCH. HOPING FOR ANOTHER CHAMPIONSHIP ON MATCH AT A TIME GIRL. MUCH LOVE NICKOLAS MILANO
Bonne chance! Tu es la reine du tennis...
Hi serena, congratunations once again, the trophy is just close by. You are just wonderful on court yesterday. I pray that your 10th aniversory of US open will be celebrated with US open trophy. That will be wonderful. Once again try not to loose concentration. Aproach avery game with equal seriousness. By His grace the end is already in your hand. I love you dearly. Chears, By Emma Okwumeh
NB::beware of KIM the old mama back on the block..if at all she beat Venus,then her serve parcentage could be 88%(PERCENTAGE) when she is at her best...yours could be 98%(PERCENTAGE)...thus only 10% above her. she needs to be 30% and below.....anyway,thanks once again for using your strength and smartness to make we the fans happy......also just learnt about these percentages like 2 minutes ago. TAMBUA VILLAGE(tv), HAMISI,VIHIGA,KENYA.
you know what!!!not only am i a cheerful fan and a cheerleader,you actually teach me some rare lessons from the your WORD...tell Venus am sad she was beaten,i hope she is your doubles partner...and this could rejuvenate her coz am sure you two together would win. TV,HAMISI,VIHIGA,KENYA.
Hello my dear Champion Serena WILLIAMS how are you? until to have your news Serena because you really miss to me ETIENNE I'm so so so happy for you Serena and it is you really Serena the best God is with you Serena and you will win this US Open I believe you Serena and I respect you much Serena because I want not losse you and I love you much all my heart Serena WILLIAMS and that God bless you Serena WILLIAMS because all thing are Possible with God this is my address my email etystar98@yahoo.fr tadilewamaxndongala@hotmail.com and my number fromDrinkable the 00243999172081 thank you very much Sign ETIENNE NDONGALA
Hello my dear Champion Serena WILLIAMS how are you? until to have your news Serena because you really miss to me ETIENNE I'm so so so happy for you Serena and it is you really Serena the best God is with you Serena and you will win this US Open I believe you Serena and I respect you much Serena because I want not losse you and I love you much all my heart Serena WILLIAMS and that God bless you Serena WILLIAMS because all thing are Possible with God this is my address my email etystar98@yahoo.fr tadilewamaxndongala@hotmail.com and my number fromDrinkable the 00243999172081 thank you very much Sign ETIENNE NDONGALA
Hi jameka Serena, Am proud of u... keep d ball rolling. Ur a lioness. who dares you, baby. my support all d way. Love u...
Come On Serena ! You are the Best !
Hai Serena....... am so much interested in ur games everytime..its bcox of you am watching tennis games evrytime...so babe keep it up.AM FOREVERLY UR LUVLY FAN
MY NAME IS OLADELE HENRY FROM NIGERIA........U ALWAYZ BE MY FAVOURITE TENNIS PLAYER....JUST MAKE SURE U WIN THIS USOPEN TITLE.......LOOKING FORWARD TO SEE U ON TENNIS COURT...
Luvly perfomance......With Prayer am sure you'll win this tittle......keep it up
U r the best in the world babe......
Go Serena I believe in you, you can do it like you have always do it
SERENA, I LOVE YOU FOR YOUR TENNIS, BUT NO AS MUCH AS I DO FOR YOUR CHARITY WORKS. YOU'RE SIMPLY CHANGING THE WORLD, GIRL. THUMBS UP!
Great match Serena, You looked very fit and were definately on a mission.Hoping you go all the way!!!Good Luck
Great match Serena! Keep up that level for your next match because Pennetta is playing her best tennis right now so stay focus and stay calm, please! Really sorry for Vee but at least you are still there... Good luck! Oh by the way, I enjoyed reading your your book but you'll have to sign it one day. Take care and stay focus.
Brilliant, brilliant run today Serena! Keep it up beautiful! This title is yours, you can do it! :) Just go out there and play your game. No one is going to stop you. No one! :) I'm so proud of you already, you have no idea. So just stay focused play The Serena Game, and this title is already in the bag pretty lady! :)
Hey Serena You really are playing some determined tennis,you keep it up girl and 'Lovin' that statement t-Shirt!! Tell V, chin up I know she's mad because she knows she had that game in the bag, but each time you play for sure lessons are learnt, Kim Clisser is back and clearly playing well, don't you let your guard down, Do you hear me!!
Hey Serena :) CONGRATULATION again!! it was a nice match ;) u r the BEST!!! u r my fav player!! and u will win the US Open 2009!!! good luck sweetie :) COMEON!!! and u will be the WINNER S !!!!!
Hi Serena, How are you doing today? I know that you are resting yourself and trying to stay focus for the next match. I know you will come out to play and will have that game face on. I will not be able to watch you play tomorrow. Unless it is a night match. I will be at work pondering about it and check the score online from time to time. I'm not worrying about you. Hey , that kid Oudin remindes me of you. She has a lot of heart. She knocked out Dementieva, Sharpova and won Petrova. Anyway, just stay focus and take it one game at a time. I favored your siter to win this one this year, but she lost. Now, i'm behind you 150%. I am not a flip flop. I just wanted her to win one this year. Wow, i wonder how your parents handled all that pressure between you and her? They did an excellent job raising all of you. I love you and really do!!! Ketie :-)
Set a new standard for yourself. Seek out the best you have to offer and exceed it. You are ready! Bring the heat!
Always we are with you!
Great job serena!!!! Can't wait to buy the book. You look great and your outfits are nice. Whats up with those same outfits everyone is wearing.
Serena, I think at this point the tournament's your's!!! But, I'd love to ask you what you think of this 17yr old that's imitating your life from 10 yrs ago?
Serena I know you do well ....I Love You....;)
GO SERENA!! I am & have been a huge fan of yours for many years. I picked up your book tonight and I can't wait to dig into it!! You are an amazing person with an awesome spirit!! I was blessed with the opportunity to see you play live for the first time in Cincinnati a few weeks ago. I hope to go again next year, since it is the closest event to my home (Chicago). Keep doing all that you do and bring home your 4th US Open and 12th Grand Slam title! BTW, you (and Venus) are the reason I watch & love tennis! God Bless.
Hi, Serena: I watched your match against Hantuchova, and I must say that you were utterly fantastic. You did not let up the intensity, and I could feel your smoking hot energy through the TV!!! When you look relaxed and serene, you always play beautifully. How about you served so well and retrieved all of her groundstrokes so she NEVER had a break point on you!!! 0 break points is AMAZING!!! You are wonderful and when you step on the court you just ooze professionalism. Thank you for representing the US so well! Love watching you and Venus take down the competition in doubles, too. So, keep up the great net play and serving there, too. We love you, Serena, and know that you are on a mission to play the best tennis that you have ever played. Just breath and remember that GOD is with you and your fans believe in you!! Blessings!
Serena, I see how much you love the game when you play. Every move, thought, and stroke are in harmony with the song of the game in your heart. I hope this joy continues as you become better and better. Your humility is the most valuable gift you give to us your fans and to us it is what makes you a true champion. MAY YOU BE EXCELLENT!!!
When John McEnroe dissed you last night then lied about it I felt sick and angry. He should man up and publically apologize.
I am very confident Serena will not only overcome her opponent in the quarter final of the ongoing US open, but will go all the way to successfully defend her title. Good luck to u sweet heart, we love u all and wish u d best of luck. pls make us proud.
More of Serena the Great in the fourth round. Waiting with anticipation the showdown with Clijsters though bummed hobbled Venus did not make it through so we could see another clash of the titans with you up against that girl "with a serve like lightning." Do take the doubles. You look as svelte, trim, and conditioned as I've seen you in all your years of Grand Slam competition. You obviously really want this one and, if that first serve percentage holds up, I know you won't disappoint. Stay strong, relaxed, and focused with the emotions under tight control. Victory is nigh !
Hi Serena, I believe you will win today and end up facing Clisters. She is playing well by change ups and redirection. Keep your serve percentage up and try try to take the offense in every point or she will!. That is make her run by using drop shots and deep shots. Oh ya, don't go for too much all the time by painting the lines. She is hoping you put too much power into it and hitting out. If you play a smart game along with your power, she cannot beat you. Get em!
I think that you have been and are the most awsome and beautiful and sexy female tennis player on the face of the planet. I hope you don't mind me saying so. I am one of your biggest fans and biggest admirers.
Hi serena am praying for you and i know the good lord will let you win.Do not be afraid of kim or the crowd, there is a God up there who is watching over you and will let you win. Please say hello to venus and tell her not to give up and keep up the good work her time is coming soon.Love you girls so much stay bless.
Tu es la meilleure Serena, Je t'adore tu défends des black dans le monde. Tu represente bien la couleur de ta peau. Tu es notre obama girl. malheureusementmon anglais est rudimentaire. Ilove you
I'm watching your interview after winning against Pennetta. Good Job Serena!
CONGRATULATIONS. Truly an excellent game. Certainly made my night. Much Love
HI SERENA WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH MY HUSBAND AND I. WE WATCH YOU ON TV EVERY CHANCE WE GET. YOU ARE SUCH A WONDERFUL PLAYER. I WISH YOU COULD VISIT OUR CHURCH. ITS A VERY SMALL CHURCH BUT WE LOVE PRAISING THE LORD.WE ARE FROM MONTGOMERY ALABAMA OUR NAME IS BERNITA &HOMER GERMANY. WE WOULD JUST LOVE IT IF YOU AND VENUS COULD COME TO OUR CHURCH.SERENA I JUST WANT TO TELL YOU TO KEEP THE FAITH GOD GAVE YOU WHAT YOU HAVE AND NO ONE CAN TAKE IT AWAY GOD BLESS YOU.THE NAME OF OUR CHURCH IS CLAY STREET BAPTIST CHURCH MONTGOMERY ALA. WE LOVE YOU AND VENUS AND WE KEEP YOU BOTH IN PRAYER
Serena, i did not get to watch the match between you and Penetta. I got home from work just when the match ended. I would have loved to watch it...I made it in time for the interview.:-)...You were very well spoken as usually.. You didn't look tired at all. I wonder how long the match lasted. Anyway, CONGRATULATIONS!!! Love truly, Ketie
Serena you have done it again girl. Keep focused girl, and when you play Clisters please do justice in that court, how dare she get Venus out. please keep focused coz sometimes i have had to walk away from the tele while watching you, make unforced errors like Roger. Serena I have a song for you, its short though. I goes like this.... SERENA SERENA IS THE CHAMPION SERENA SERENA SERENA SERENA.
Good job Serena, you really looked great out there. You played good too.
SERENA I WAS SOOOOOOOOOO PROUD OF YOU TONIGHT GIRL!!!!!! YOU PLAYED MAGNIFICENT GREAT!!! EXSPECIALLY THE LAST GAME. YOU ARE TALENTED. I PURCHASED YOUR BOOK TODAY. I WILL READ IT AFTER THE TOURNAMENT IS OVER. YOU HAVE PROVEN TO THE WHOLE WORLD, YOU ARE THE GREATEST UNDISPUTED TENNIS PLAYER OF ALL TIMES. THE COMMENTATORS OF AMERICAN EXCEPT THE MCCONROE BROTHERS, HAVE NOT SUPPORTED YOU AND YOUR SISTER VENUS THROUGHOUT THE TOURNAMENT. I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THESE WOMEN WHO CHEER ON THE OTHER COUNTRIES AND THEIR PLAYERS, PUTTING THEM OVER YOU AND YOUR SISTER. NOT REPRESENTED USA IS NOT GOOD IN NEW YORK AND NOT SUPPORTING YOU AS THE UNDISPUTED TENNIS CHAMPION YOU ARE. IT IS SAD AND SHOWS RACISM STILL IS AND UGLY. MAYBE IF YOUR SKIN COLOR WAS WHITE, YOU WOULD BE SEEN DIFFERENTLY AMONG THOSE LADIES COMMENTATORS. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND WIN IT ALL. MAYBE ONE DAY WE WILL OVER COME. EVEN AT YOUR LEVEL OF LIFE.
Serena powers into showdown with Serena powers into showdown with ClijstersC i take it little personal for you ato beat her . your father has over come a lot of hate in this country to see . you she do great thing plesae give it all you can i like to see you and your sister play i wish i had started young keep your health. god bless you and family mike c new jersey
CONGRADULATIONS ON UR WIN 2 DA SEMI-FINALS. GOD BLESS U:}
Serena, I love your hightop tennis shoes. Thank you for announcing to the world that it's OK to protect your ankles. For heaven's sake the NBA has done it forever. What are the others thinking by not wearing high tops! Many many coudos too you.
Umm Serena where you at. Whats you doin? After the game you get any hot wangs?
i slept by 2 AM because I was watching you playing . you are really an inspirational figure for the african in particular and for the whole world . thanks for all these years I have been following you
I'm glad to Quote this for you becuase you are the champion of our generation. Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going. It's no use saying, ''you are doing your best.'' You have got to succeed in doing what is necessary.
Hey Serena: Six words for you. Venus Williams, Althea Gibson, Indian Wells. Remember those words and you will go far. Obviously they are going to cheer against you like they did against Venus and try to rattle you but you are strong woman and can do it. Cligsters is playing and hoping on that and she is hoping to capitalize. Start and finish strong. Give me 2 sets please.
You did it in a Serene fashion! LOL
Hi Serena, i just want u 2 come out with that GAME FACE. The face u had when u played M.S. and A.M. If u come out with that Face game is over. So i beg u please, come out fighting.
hello serena. how ru can you e-mail me rob6212003@hotmail.com?
I can see u playing in the final of the ongoing US open, coz u will surel battle pass kim clijster and win d open. Loking forward to that interesting match. wish u all d best of luck in ur endeavours.
hey serena good luck
You ladies were fierce today in the doubles match. I Thank God for giving you the strength and stamina to carry you through to the end. God Bless & know you are blessed & HIHGLY favored. Jeanette Davis-Adeshote' Author www.myspace.com/qnmother
HiGHLY FAVORED!!! J. Davis- adeshote'
CONGRADULATIONS 2 U & VENUS WINNIN DOUBLES JUS NOW. VERY GUD MATCH. YA'LL R DA #1 TENNIS SUPERWOMEN :} CANT WAIT 2 C U & KIM GO AT IT! GOD BLESS U :}
Luv, you looked tired serving in the doubles match today. I hope you can regroup in time for the match with kim. Losing is not an option "I am sure you know that" I love your presence it is inspirational. Stay mello. Stay fit and most of all stay focus.
hey girl,u are my favourite and that position u maintain till the end of your carreer.i just love ur style.infact u are wonderful.ur kindness and free giving mine will make u achieve all your hearts desires.i just pray that u not only bit kim for me but give her full doze.i know that u are the champion of US open 2009.just wait and see.u will make,believe me.god is in control.stay blessed and i wish u gods protections.
serena,that will be wonderful if u give it a positive thought.having a baby at ur age will be the best since u are young and strong.after all u have made good money.just go ahead and retire for a year,so that us,ur fans,can change ur name to mummy.it is a difficult decission for u stars,but just give it a try.i have 2kids.thats why i am telling u all this.ur baby will be ur source of happiness.ur baby will also give u a reason to live and be happy,a reason to work harder etc.my kids are my tresures.i charish them so much.i just thank god for them.i will be ur happiest fans if u think positively.have a day with jesus.stay blessed.
hi. This is Turgay from Turkey. hopefully you will be Champion to the US Open.I always support you.bye
Hi Serena, I just received your book in the mail today (I ordered it from Amazon). I feel like I have my own personal album. The pictures are wonderful. They are crisp, clear and professionally displayed. Thank you for a well put together text. I will be reading it as soon as I finish the last phases of my new book that is going through the publishing process. You know what that's about. Reading and rereading before the final proof copy is sent to you for approval. The name of my book (Memoir) is: "Black, Just Like My Mama". Hopefully it will be out by Thanksgiving on Amazon.com I now publish under the name, Jeanette Davis. I am still watching the Open and cheering you through til' the end. Give your family my regards and stay Blessed & Highly Favored. Jeanette Davis-Adeshote' (used to publish under this name)
I was so excited about receiving your book today that I forgot to congratulate you & Venus on your doubles win. Congrats!!! Jeanette Davis-Adeshote' "Author"
CONGRADULATIONS ON U & VENUS WIN N DOUBLES 2DAY. GOD BLESS U :}
Serena, soy una de tus admiradoras en Caracas Venezuela, disculpa si no puedo escribirte en Ingles, ya que no manejo muy bien el idioma. pero quiero que sepas que he seguido tu carrera desde tus inicios y las he admirado a ti y tu hermana por la tenacidad de ser grandes entre las grandes
SPECIAL SONG FOR YOU It is wonderful to know that Serena is the Champion Wonderful to know (DC) Serena wins again Others are defeated It is wonderful to know that Serena is the Champion Wonderful to know SERE, ride on because you are unstoppable, untouchable and indeed undefeated.THREE HAPPY CHEERS........ HIP! HIP!! HIP!!! HURRAY You zoom into the finals with the frequency of The Holy Ghost. Stay Refrreshed.
commented by dede kalu friday , september 11, 2009. serina you are my idol can i realy stay in a week without getting any information about your wellfare , congratunations once again, the trophy is just close by. You were just wonderful on court yesterday. I pray that your 10th aniversory of US open will be celebrated with US open trophy. That will be wonderful. Once again try not to loose concentration. Aproach avery game with equal seriousness. By His grace the end is already in your hand. I love you dearly. how do i get your books i am in Nigeria lagos .
Go Serena. you are the real #1.
Hey Serena and Craig of course, Serena you have plenty of number one fans, which I love. Uh look you are a star make it stop raining dang, I was all set had my snacks and drinks and fortunately for my TV they showed the 99 match....That was great cause I remembered how I was jumping up and down like a fool and no doubt I repeated the theatrics again today. You are the best forget what ne one says. I just wish you the best in everything and anything you do. Only one thing I hate when you and Venus play I don't know who to cheer for it's amazingly difficult I find my way through this by just watching you both do your thing. To all the fan club members I say YES YES YES Serena WILL WIN!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I could play a set with her but I would get squashed but I would cop out and ask for a rematch in a bball game and prolly lose that I would prolly be afraid to get close enough to play defense...Keith
Hey Serena and Craig of course, Serena you have plenty of number one fans, which I love. Uh look you are a star make it stop raining dang, I was all set had my snacks and drinks and fortunately for my TV they showed the 99 match....That was great cause I remembered how I was jumping up and down like a fool and no doubt I repeated the theatrics again today. You are the best forget what ne one says. I just wish you the best in everything and anything you do. Only one thing I hate when you and Venus play I don't know who to cheer for it's amazingly difficult I find my way through this by just watching you both do your thing. To all the fan club members I say YES YES YES Serena WILL WIN!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I could play a set with her but I would get squashed but I would cop out and ask for a rematch in a bball game and prolly lose that I would prolly be afraid to get close enough to play defense...Keith
Hello Everyone, I am a little perturbed!!!. When you listen to all of the American Commentators today, none of them is applauding the fact that Serena Williams is the only American left in the singles US Open competition. If we didn't know she was from the USA, one would think she was from Mars or another alien country the way they talk...they omit this fact. Melanie Odouin was the only one who Mary Carillo, etc. was praising as the only American left in the tournament. What's going on?. This the US Open and Serena is the only American that has made it this far and she is going to win the title...why aren't they emphasizing this fact during their commentary?. Their bias and hatred are becoming obvious to all worldwide..wake up America!!!. Let's thousands of us email the tennis channel, ESPN and CBS and express our dissatisfaction and demand that they recognize Serena as being the only "American" left in the race, a fact that should made any American proud. Here is Tennis Channel's email address: viewerresponse@tennischannel.com I prayed for the rain because Serena needed the rest and they were putting her on first, too early, anyway!. She needs to be given the respect due her and play later in the day...after all, she is a "CHAMPION."