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Nicholas McCarvel is a freelance tennis writer based in New York. He has covered tennis for The New York Times, USA Today, ESPN the Magazine, NBC Sports and the official tournament websites of the U.S. and Australian Opens.
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China Loses Top Tennis Star Li Na
A True AceArguably one of the most popular tennis players in the world, China’s Li Na helped bring the sport to Asia. Now, her sudden retirement has the country asking 'what's next?'

The Quirky Tennis Stars of Wimbledon
Yellow BallsFederer has two sets—of twins. 21-year-old Sloane Stephens isn’t afraid to trash talk Serena. And ‘Genie’s Army’ is out for blood. Here’s what you need to know for Wimbledon.

The Jason Collins Revolution
Do Ask, Do TellOne year after Jason Collins and the gay rights movement charged into the sporting world, why do we still freak out when a queer athlete comes out? Because it still matters.

Ms. Kwan Hits the Campaign Trail
Long ProgramOnce tasked with nailing triple Lutzes and Salchows, Michelle Kwan may soon be Rhode Island's first lady. The story behind her political rise (and that infamous Prius).

U.S. Open Serves Up Delicious Week One
Vamos!What’d you miss at the US Open in week one? Nicholas McCarvel serves up the best storylines.

Here Comes the Drama!
U.S. OpenFrom Roger to Serena, Nicholas McCarvel breaks down 10 must-knows for the 2013 U.S. Open.

Andymonium! Murray Makes Wimbledon History
He Finally Did ItAndy Murray became the first British man to win Wimbledon in 77 years Sunday, Nicholas McCarvel on what his historic victory means.

Saving Serena
WimbledonThe unstoppable Williams was finally stopped at Wimbledon. Nicholas McCarvel breaks down the shocking upset—and what Serena must do to get back on top.

Wimbledon Gets Weird
Carnage on the CourtFrom the shocking losses to a record number of injuries, Nicholas McCarvel on a strange Wimbledon.

Venus & Serena, Uncensored
LoveA new documentary gets up close and personal with the Williams sister.
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