Another All-American Final

After Indianapolis's final between Robby Ginepri and Taylor Dent, James Blake sealed another All-American final deal by defeating Tomas Berdych of the Czech Republic 6-4,6-3 at the Legg Mason Tennis Classic in Washington, DC. Ranked at #101, Blake now meets the top-ranked American Andy Roddick, who advanced to the final by pounding Paradorn Srichaphan 7-6(4),6-2.

This week has been a good one for players who are trying to bounce back from less than stellar seasons. For Srichaphan in particular, this semifinal appearance has been his best one in tournaments this year. As for Blake, this is his first semifinal win and appearance in a final since 2003. That year also marked the last time Blake and Roddick had met. Roddick leads their career head-to-head 7-0.

posted by Noelle De Guzman @ 9:19 AM