Once a month, we answer some of the many questions and search inquiries we receive at On the Baseline. If you would like to participate, simply send your tennis-related question to info@onthebaseline.com. Your question may be edited for content or grammar before it is published.
I know that the figure represents the tournament’s total prize money, but what does the “+H” mean in “$10,000+H?”
The +H is a classification used by the International Tennis Federation to indicate which tournaments offer hospitality to the players.
Who played in the Sony Ericsson ladies final in Qatar?
Venus Williams and Vera Zvonareva. Williams defeated Zvonareva in three sets 6-7(5), 6-0, 6-2.
How many doubles championships did Serena play and win with Venus as a partner?
Twelve, including seven Grand Slam titles.
Is Maria Sharapova coming to the ASB Classic?
Not unless she asks for a wild-card. The official entry list does not include Sharapova.
How can I enter the Wimbledon ballot?
Visit here for more information about the Wimbledon ticket ballot.
What will be Serena Williams 2008 year-ending ranking?
Serena Williams’ season-ending ranking is No. 2.
What channel is ESPN360?
ESPN360 is available on the internet at www.espn60.com.
How many trophies has Serena Williams won?
Serena Williams has won 32 singles titles and 13 doubles titles.
What is the Hopman Cup?
The Hyundai Hopman Cup is the Official Mixed Teams Championship of the International Tennis Federation. For more information about the tournament, visit www.hopmancup.com.
How many singles titles has Martina Navratilova won at the US Open?
Four.
What day did Venus Williams defeat Serena Williams during the Sony Ericsson Championships?
Venus beat Serena on Thursday, November 6.
Is the WTA playing in Antwerp in 2009?
No. Antwerp is no longer part of the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour calendar.
Who finished the tennis season at the top of the WTA rankings?
Jelena Jankovic finished the 2008 Sony Ericsson WTA Tour season as No. 1.
Where can you find the 2009 Sony Ericsson WTA Tour calendar?
The official calendar for 2009 is available on the Tour’s website.
Who did Steffi Graf marry?
Steffi Graf married ATP Tour great Andre Agassi.
Who reached the last sixteen in Wimbledon?
Jie Zheng, Agnes Szavay, Nicole Vaidisova, Anna Chakvetadze, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Agnieszka Radwanska, Bethanie Mattek, Serena Williams, Elena Dementieva, Shahar Peer, Nadia Petrova, Alla Kudryavtseva, Alisa Kleybanova, Tamarine Tanasugarn, Jelena Jankovic, and eventual champion Venus Williams.
Who are the highest earners on the WTA Tour?
Lindsay Davenport, Serena Williams, and Venus Williams are the three highest all-time earners in the history of the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour.
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Hi Max,
Sorry that this article was not to your liking.
I’m not sure if you noticed, but this article was a Q&A piece answering questions and searches from our readers. It might not have been helpful to you, but I can assure you that it will be most beneficial to those who have questions in these areas.
well i liked it…
Thanks, Venusfan!
Variety in coverage is great! You offer stories for newbies and old-timers…. and once a month for answering quetions is reasonable…keep up the good reporting! we appreciate your coverage of women’s tennis.