With Marin Cilic missing the Australian Open and Ajla Tomljanovic moving on to play for Australia, Croatia's tennis players were unlikely to make much of a statement in Melbourne this year. After two days of competition, Ivo Karlovic and Ivan Dodig remain as the only two Croats alive in the second round. #23 seed Ivo Karlovic looked good in his first round … [Read more...] about Dodig, Karlovic Advance, 5 Croats Knocked Out in Aussie Open Round 1
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French Open: Cilic, Karlovic, Tomljanovic through to Round of 32
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Despite going 3-5 in the first round at this year's French Open, Croatia will have three representatives in the third round at a Grand Slam for the first time in some years. Marin Cilić advanced as expected, Ivo Karlović has come into form at just the right time, and Ajla Tomljanović's steady improvement sees her enter the third round for the first time ever at a Grand Slam, … [Read more...] about French Open: Cilic, Karlovic, Tomljanovic through to Round of 32
Cilic Wins PZB Zagreb Indoors for 4th Time, Fed Cup Update
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For the sixth time in nine years, the PZB Zagreb Indoors, one of Croatia's two ATP World Tour events, has been won by a Croatian. Marin Čilić, #37 in the world, defended his 2013 title and won the tournament for the 4th time in his career, defeating fellow countrymen Mate Delić and Ivan Dodig in the process. It was a flawless performance from Čilić, who who didn't lose a … [Read more...] about Cilic Wins PZB Zagreb Indoors for 4th Time, Fed Cup Update
Australian Open Day 2: Cilic, Tomljanovic Come From Behind
By 9 CommentsMarin Cilic and Ajla Tomljanovic both overcame adversity in their first round matches on day two of the Australian Open, as they emerged victorious after falling one and two sets behind. The victories were a stark contrast from day one, where Croatians were 1-5. After over three hours in the 100+ degree heat, Marin Cilic finished strongly to knock off Marcel … [Read more...] about Australian Open Day 2: Cilic, Tomljanovic Come From Behind
Australian Open Day 1: Dodig Lone Winner As Five Fall
By 5 CommentsIvan Dodig won the battle of the Croats on day one of the Australian Open, in what was otherwise a very disappointing day, as five Croatians bowed out in the first round. Just nine games were won between the four Croatian women who played on Monday. Ivan Dodig is now 4-0 all-time against fellow Croat and big server Ivo Karlović, after winning 7-6(8), 6-3, 7-6(4) in … [Read more...] about Australian Open Day 1: Dodig Lone Winner As Five Fall
2014 Australian Open Preview: Konjuh Debuts, Cilic Returns
By 7 CommentsEight Croats will be on display in Melbourne at tennis' first Grand Slam of the year, the Australian Open. Croatia's players will hope to beat last year's Aussie effort, where there were three wins in the first round (Cilic, Dodig, Vekic) and two in the second (Cilic, Dodig). World #34 Ivan Dodig enters the tournament as the top ranked Croat, and their only seeded player. The … [Read more...] about 2014 Australian Open Preview: Konjuh Debuts, Cilic Returns
Ivan Dodig triumphs on day 1 of the US Open
By 10 CommentsIvan Dodig defeated #27 seed Fernando Verdasco on day 1 of the US Open in a tough five setter that lasted well over three hours as Dodig barely survived after taking a two set lead. The Croat was off to a great start in the first two sets against the heavy hitting Spaniard, where he converted 3 out of 6 break points to move into great position. Verdasco fought back to win … [Read more...] about Ivan Dodig triumphs on day 1 of the US Open
Croatians Around Europe: Summer Edition VI
By 16 CommentsIvo Karlović celebrates first title since 2010 SOCCER Dinamo Zagreb's Champions League qualification got off to a perfect start with a 5-0 win over Fola Esch. The return leg in Zagreb finished 1-0 in Dinamo's favor. Full Story Here: GNK Dinamo Zagreb 5 – 0 CS Fola Esch (Final) Croatia had three HNL teams in 2nd round Europa League qualification … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe: Summer Edition VI
Dodig/Melo fall to Bryan Bros. in Wimbledon doubles final
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Photo: Yahoo No hardware for 28 year-old Croatian tennis player Ivan Dodig at this year's Wimbledon, but that doesn't mean his efforts did not go unnoticed. After advancing to a career grand slam best 4th Round at the 2013 Wimbledon singles tournament, where he was eventually beaten by world #4 David Ferrer in four sets, Dodig and Brazilian partner Marcelo Melo went the … [Read more...] about Dodig/Melo fall to Bryan Bros. in Wimbledon doubles final
