11.14.2004 -
We've spent the last few days in Austin gearing up for the Masters Cup. Andy really likes playing in Houston. He feels at home there and loves playing for Mac and the awesome fans that pack into the West Side Tennis Club. I did a radio show with Mac last year and I've never seen a man with more passion and enthusiasm for the game. He's got my vote to take over as Mark Miles' replacement. If ever a man could move the game into the 21st century it's Mac.
The men's pools are out and Andy's group is complicated. His opening match is against Henman, who always plays his best tennis against Andy. Safin is the hottest player on tour now, but Andy got him in their last two meetings. Coria is playing in his first event since July, he definitely picked a tough one to start back on.
The most selfish move of the week belongs to Ron Artest of the Indiana Pacers. This guy says he needs time off because he is burn out after making a rap album. Are you kidding me? This is just another sad remainder of what's wrong with sports.
