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Ivo Karlovic

Ivo Karlovic.

Stats of the Day, August 28

By John Koblin | August 28, 2007 | 7:29 pm

Anna Chakvetadze, the no. 6-seeded Russian, finished her match in 46 minutes, in a largely upset-free day (other than for poor Daniela Hantuchova). Also: Ivo Karlovic, who lost a grueling match in 4 hours and 8 minutes, had 38 aces in the... READ MORE»

What Hungry Tennis Players Eat

By John Koblin | August 28, 2007 | 5:05 pm

What does 6' 10, 230-pound Croatian Ivo Karlovic eat after a devastating five-set loss? Sushi -- eight cucumber avocado rolls -- and turkey smeared in honey mustard with roasted potatoes and balsamic caramelized onions with butter. Also, three pieces of half-sliced corn on the cob with spicy jalapeño butter. No drink. Ten minutes after he sat down to eat, everything was gone, except for three chewed-up, cornless cobs. Also spotted in the player's dining... READ MORE»