Nicolas Almagro seeks to escape the long shadows of compatriots David Ferrer and Rafa Nadal. While enjoying his finest season, he may have reached a peak that can lead him into the top ten.

Rafael Nadal stormed into Semifinals while Andy Murray ousted.

Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal to meet in the final of Italian Open.

Rafael Nadal wins his 7th title at Barcelona by defeating David Ferrer.

Rafael Nadal reaches seventh final at Barcelona to play against David Ferrer.

Andy Murray defeated David Ferrer to enter into the final at Australian Open 2011 Tennis Tournament.

David Ferrer registered the upset of the tournament by ousting Rafael Nadal as the Women’s Draw moved ahead as planned for today’s semifinal matches.

In 2008, David Ferrer finished the year as the fourth ranked player on the tour. The future looked bright, but 2009 turned out to be an undistinguished year for the 10 year tour veteran.

In the gusty offshoots of Hurricane Earl, the strong and experienced players had their way with lesser competitors in the eight matches completed Saturday.

The official draws for the U.S. Open were announced Thursday and for the third time this season, the bookmakers and the men’s seeding committee do not see eye-to-eye in a Grand Slam event.