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Andy Murray's mom, Judy Murray, "sparks a row" in the House of Lords over a picture of the loo.  Seriously.

While speaking of Judy, her program Set4Sport, which is a program to help kids become more competent in sports with fun and inexpensive activities, just launched a mobile app!

If you are keeping up with the war of words between the Wozniacki Clan and ex-coach Ricardo Sanchez, he is now saying that that he felt "deceived" by Piotr.

Venus Williams made her return to tennis at Fed Cup over the weekend, playing doubles with Liezel Huber, but she still has a long road back to life on the tour since her diagnosis with Sjogren's syndrome.  "My life is going to be different, but I’m glad to know what’s wrong with me so I can get better."

Serena Williams has to make a hard decision about who will be her mixed doubles partner at the 2012 Summer Olympics.  But hey - it's never bad to have choices.

If Laura Robson leaves her career in tennis, she might make a decent rapper.

Bernard Tomic has withdrawn from the SAP Open to appear in court over traffic violations.

Rafael Nadal denies that he is shuffling around his money to evade taxes.

And to end on a lighter note, future tennis star, Micaela Byran, entered the world this week.  Congratulations to Bob and Michelle Byran.

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Victoria Azarenka and Caroline Wozniakci plant trees in ThailandTennis has started, TENNIS HAS STARTED!  I want to run around and scream that from the top of my lungs, but since I don't want people to think I am odd, I'll just scream it on here. 

I am really excited about the beginning of the 2012 season because for me, and I would wager for many of you, TENNIS, whether watching it or playing it, is the best therapy money can't buy.  So, are you ready for the 2012 season to begin?  Just to wet your appetite, here are some tennis happenings around the globe:

In 2012, in addition to betting on your favorite player, you can place a bet on which "glamour couple" will do the best this season.  It's Wozzilroy vs.  Scottovic.  Let the games begin.

I am really excited that Venus Williams will be back on the big stage in 2012.  In this article, which has excerpts from her upcoming People magazine interview, Venus talks about her journey since being diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome.   In other Venus news, if you are a college student in the South Florida region, listen up!  V is holding a t-shirt contest where you can win a chance to meet her at the Sony Ericcson Open in Miami!

In addition to missing the Williams sisters, I've also really missed Kim Clijsters.  If you have missed her too, check out this video of her in Brisbane hanging out with her new friend Theresa!

Dani has got legs for days....

I think I just fell in love with David Ferrer even more (which I didn't think was possible), he prefers to be a "thinker" than a "sportsman."

Ana Ivanovic is a "Natural Beauty" as if we didn't already know...  :)

Some wonderful quotes on how tennis can reveal a lot about the meaning of life.

and finally....

Take a peek at what SI deems are the best tennis photos of 2011.

Happy Holidays everyone!

Photo:  Reuters

Maria Sharapova and Venus Williams: Stong is Beautiful Behind The Scenes

Here is your backstage pass to the Maria Sharapova and Venus Williams photoshoot for the WTA "Strong is Beautiful" Campaign.  Both women look absolutely stunning!  Enjoy!

US Open Day 1 & 2: Highlights and Lowlights

You Talkin' To Me?Day 1 Catch Up:

Grigor Dimitrov's kiss seen 'Round The World' or maybe just in Louis Armstrong Stadium.  I'll admit, I'm a little jealous of Monfils.

Venus Williams wore a mullet.  Seriously.

Day 2 Highlights and Lowlights:

Highlight:  There were lots of besties out supporting each other today including:  Xavier Malisse watching Steve Darcis win a 5 set battle against Dimitry Tusunov, Alexandr Dolgopolov watching friend and countryman Sergei Bubka who also happens to be the boyfriend of Victoria Azarenka, and Pico's team watching countryman Maximo Gonzalez take on Stanislas Wawrinka.  Maximo had the Argentinians fired up after he took the first set, but eventually Stan prevailed in four 3-6, 6-4, 6-1, 6-3.

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Fashion Forward: Venus Watch Day 1

Venus Williams is rocking her tennis line eleVen for Wimbledon, and if the past repeats itself, she will change her outfit with every match as she did during the Australian Open.  So, with that being the likely case, I'm going to start a Venus Watch where we can take a look at her often risky fashion choices throughout the tournament.  Below is what she wore today during her straight set win over Akgul Amanmuradova 6-3, 6-1.

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