“There’s not as much thought that goes into my movement on grass,” Andy noted regarding his clay-to-grass transition as he prepares for the the AEGON Championships at The Queen’s Club in London. “I feel like my game automatically translates well to that surface. My chip stays down, my backhand goes through the court a little bit, obviously my serve gets a little bit better.”
As the No. 1 American aims to claim his fifth title in W14, previously winning from 2003-2005 and again in 2007, AEGON enters its second year as the lead sponsor, formerly known as The Stella Artois Championships. Last year, Andy retired in the semifinals against compatriot James Blake after sustaining an ankle injury at 2-1 in the first set. This year, West London welcomes 56 singles players from June 7th – June 13th, with Roddick being joined by these tops seeds- world No. 2 Rafael Nadal, Serbian Novak Djokovic, and Britain’s own Andy Murray, in addition to many other top performers.
The Queen’s Club, the first ever sports complex worldwide, was given it’s title when Queen Victoria was it’s first patron back in 1886. The Club boasts 28 outdoor grass courts, hosting 12 of arguably the finest grass courts in the world, and 10 indoor courts, among other racquet courts and facilities. To get the true feel for this ATP World Tour 250 Event, ride London’s infamous Underground Tube system, get off at Baron’s Court from the Picadilly and District Lines, and stroll through the breathtakingly historical homes on Palliser Road.