Photos: The Championships Wimbledon 2013 – Monday, June 24, 2013.

"Serena Williams has a laugh at the practice courts at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Serena Williams has a laugh at the practice courts at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"Former tennis players John McEnroe and Martina Navratilova watch tennis at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Former tennis players John McEnroe and Martina Navratilova watch tennis at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"A boy plays on the steps at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“A boy plays on the steps at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"Singer RedFoo of LMFAO has a laugh at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Singer RedFoo of LMFAO has a laugh at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"Janko Tipsarevic laughs at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Janko Tipsarevic laughs at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"Urszula Radwanska stretches at the Aorangi Practice Courts at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Urszula Radwanska stretches at the Aorangi Practice Courts at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"Fans sit on Henman Hill as they watch a match between Andy Murray and Benjamin Becker on the big screen at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Fans sit on Henman Hill as they watch a match between Andy Murray and Benjamin Becker on the big screen at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"Fans take in action on the outer courts at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Fans take in action on the outer courts at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

"Wimbledon Officials stand alongside Court 17 at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”
“Wimbledon Officials stand alongside Court 17 at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club in London, England Monday, June 24, 2013 during the 2013 Championships Wimbledon.”

Hard to believe, but we’re underway here at Wimbledon. The gates at the All England Lawn & Tennis Club opened up today for Day One of the 2013 Championships. 

The first few days of the Slams are always pretty hectic, so I’m going to keep this post short for now. It’s great to be out here. 

Enjoy the photos!

Photos: 2012 US Open – Day 5.

“Janko Tipsarevic (SRB)[8] faces off against Brian Baker (USA) in second round action at the US Open Friday, August 31, 2012.”
“Brian Baker (USA) serves to Janko Tipsarevic (SRB)[8] in second round action at the US Open Friday, August 31, 2012.”
 
“Fans cheer for Gilles Muller (LUX) as he plays Lleyton Hewitt (AUS) at the US Open Friday, August 31, 2012.”

“Glasses of Moët Champagne are poured on Day 5 at the US Open Friday, August 31, 2012.”

“Brooklyn Decker cheers as Andy Roddick (USA) plays on Arthur Ashe Stadium Friday, August 31, 2012.”

Day 5 is in the books. Here are a few highlights from a huge selection of matches and other miscellaneous photos I shot throughout the day. 

I’m making a conscious effort to mix things up and produce fresh, different, unique photos as the tournament draws on. I’m particularly happy with the first one above. I think Janko Tipsarevic has quickly become my favorite tennis subject to photograph. 

After a long day of shooting in the 91 degree New York City sun, I can’t quite think of more to say without sounding ridiculous. I’ll let the photos do the talking. Here are our photo galleries from the day.

Time to recharge for Day 6!

Photos: 2012 US Open – Day 3.

“Janko Tipsarevic (SRB)[8] celebrates after defeating Guillaume Rufin (FRA) in five sets in the first round of the US Open Wednesday, August 29, 2012.”
“Janko Tipsarevic (SRB)[8] serves to Guillaume Rufin (FRA) in the first round of the US Open Wednesday, August 29, 2012.”

“Steve Johnson (USA) celebrates after defeating Rajeev Ram (USA) at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Wednesday, August 29, 2012.”

“Gilles Muller (Lux) throws his racquet in celebration after defeating Mikhail Youzhny (RUS)[28] in five sets in the first round of the US Open Wednesday, August 29, 2012.”
“Samantha Stosur (AUS)[7] plays against Edina Gallovits-Hall (ROU) on day 2 of the US Open Wednesday, August 29, 2012.”
“Kim Clijsters (BEL)[23] gives her final press conference before retiring from professional tennis Wednesday, August 29, 2012.”

Here is a selection of images from Day 3 of the 2012 US Open. Things are starting to heat up, and emotions were running high on many of the courts yesterday. I caught the tail end of a few very intense matches, including a couple five set battles. 

It was nice to get some good expression out of the players. Screams, fist pumps, and racquet throws serve as a nice break from the normal forehand, backhand, and serve photos.

Here is a link to the photo galleries from the day.

Now, on to Day 4!

Nadal, Fish among many stars to appear at 2011 ‘Taste of Tennis’ event in New York City.

"Rafael Nadal poses for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis Hotel at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."
"Tommy Haas poses for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis Hotel at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011.
"Fernando Verdasco poses for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis event at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."
"Mikhail Youzhny poses for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis event at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."
"Janko Tipsarevic and his wife, Biljana Sesevic, pose for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis event at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."
"Gilles Simon poses for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis Hotel at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."
"James Blake poses for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis eventl at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."
"Vera Zvonareva poses for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis event at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."
"Mardy Fish and his wife, Stacey Gardner, pose for the media during the 12th annual Taste of Tennis event at the W New York Hotel in New York City Thursday, August 25, 2011."

After a bit of last minute planning, I got to shoot the 12th annual Taste of Tennis event at the W New York Hotel in Manhattan last Thursday night on behalf of the very hip tennis fashion and style blog, Tennis Served Fresh. An opening celebration of sorts as we gear up for the 2011 US Open, Taste of Tennis brought the world’s best tennis players and chefs together for a night of cooking, partying, and plenty of photo opps. Be sure to check TSF for a full report of the night’s activity.

This was the first time I’ve shot a red carpet event, although this carpet happened to be green. It was exactly like what we see on television at these types of occasions: hordes of photographers packed together like sardines for two hours screaming at famous people to look their way. 

I was beat by the end of it, but it was extremely exciting to be there. It’s exhilarating to be so close to so many tennis players my own teammates and I have watched throughout the years. 

Thank you to Nick McCarvel for allowing me to shoot for him, and to Ben Snyder for making the connections!

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