The 2012 WTA Tour season begins New Years dayat the Brisbane Australian International hard court tournament.
During the month of December, join On the Baseline for an in-depth look at the players to watch in the upcoming 2012 season.
Featuring in depth articles and exclusive interviews with WTA Tour players, the 2012 Players to Watch series will spotlight many familiar stars, as well as the brightest newcomers in women’s tennis. We’ll keep you updated on the site, on Twitter, and Facebook, so stay tuned, you don’t want to miss it.
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Does a Strong Finish to 2011 Translate to a Good Start in 2012 for Shahar Peer?
After reaching a career high #11, does Shahar Peer have the strokes to break the top 10 in 2012?
All Eyes Will Be On Petra Kvitova As The Season Starts – Is She a One Slam Wonder or Genuine Contender?
In 2011, Petra Kvitova turned 21, won six titles, including Wimbledon and the WTA Championships. The tall lefty Czech also led her team to the 2011 Fed Cup championship. That would constitute a big year for any young pro tennis player. Will 2012 see more Major success for Petra?
A New British Sensation?
Great Britain’s Heather Watson had a break-through year in 2011. The Guernsey native saw her ranking soar from 588 in the world in 2009 to 92 as of November 14, 2011. In this interview with Heather we find out her plans for 2012.
Is Marion Bartoli Back on Track After a Perfect Last Month on Tour?
2011 was when Bartoli returned, if not to the forefront of women’s tennis, then at least to the fringes thereof, reaching the semi-final at Roland Garros and the quarters at Wimbledon. She won seven matches in a row to conclude this epic year.
The Spanish Pocket Rocket
She has yet to win a WTA title, but has six (6) ITF wins under her belt. 2012 very well may be Carla Suarez Navarro’s year.
This Young German Has A Bright Future
Julia Goerges was propelled to a career-high ranking of 18 after reaching the Madrid semifinal and a cult following consequently followed. A victory over world number one Caroline Wozniacki in the Stuttgart final makes her a serious contender to be wary of. Does she have what it takes to be a factor at the big events in 2012?
The Uncertain Future of Venus Williams
There are many questions fans are eager to have answered as the 2012 tennis season dawns, but one of the most intriguing surrounds Venus Williams. It has been eighteen memorable years since fourteen year-old Venus turned professional, will 2012 be her last crowning year on the WTA tour? There is no question that tennis benefits from having Venus playing.
