Monaco GP
All the build-up to the big race on Sky Sports F1 HD
Euro 2012
All the build-up to the finals in Poland and Ukraine
Today on Sky Sports.com
Sky Sports Scout
Sky Sports Scout is where we scour the globe looking for the best talent, next up is Vaclav Pilar.
Italian job
Tracey McGrae is heading off to watch next season's Milan derby courtesy of Soccer Saturday Super 6.
The Italian job
Alex Dunn can understand reservations over Roberto Di Matteo's future but feels he deserves a chance.
Shot at the Pros
Cricket AM is giving YOU the opportunity to train with a professional cricket team. Click here to find out more...
Quick Links
Leagues & Competitions
Teams
On Sky Sports
Experts
Don't Miss
Sport Sections
FUN & GAMES
SERVICES & INFORMATION
FEATURES
Other sites
QUICK LINKS
SKY SPORTS SHOWS
Player Profiles
(9) James Blake
- DOB: 28/12/1979
- Nationality: American
- Became Pro: 1999
- Height: 1.85
Player Profile
One of the best hardcourt performers on the tour, Blake made the quarter-finals in Melbourne last year for the first time before losing to nemesis Roger Federer.
Given he was critical of the new plexicushion surface in the build-up 12 months ago, this year should suit the American Davis Cup winner even more.
The courts are expected to play faster - probably more like the North American decoturf on which Blake has enjoyed the most success.
He loves to find a rhythm on his forehand with the high bouncing ball at the back of the court, but knock him out of that and he can struggle.
Another second-week exit seems likely.
Ten-year Grand Slam History
| 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Open | - | R2 | R4 | QF | R4 | R3 | R2 | R4 | R4 | R2 |
| French Open | - | - | R1 | R2 | R1 | R3 | R2 | - | R2 | R2 |
| Wimbledon | - | R1 | R1 | R2 | R3 | R3 | R1 | - | R2 | R2 |
| US Open | - | R3 | R3 | R3 | R4 | QF | QF | - | R3 | R3 |
More Profiles
Video
Experts & Blogs
Resisting Rafa
Barry Cowan assesses Rafael Nadal's French Open rivals and their chances of Roland Garros glory.
Eyes on the rise
Barry Cowan is keeping a particularly close eye on Milos Raonic, Ryan Harrison and Bernard Tomic.
Around Sky Sports today
Competitions
Win some fantastic prizes in the competition section. Free to enter.
Fantasy Football
Pick your XI for Euro 2012 and win up to £5,000
Facebook
Sign up to the Sky Sports Facebook Fan page