Nadal to return in Montreal, Querrey wins first title of 2009,

Sam Querrey, has now gained the lead in the US Open series by defeating Carsten Ball in the finals of the LA Open. The match went all the way to 3 sets but Sam took the third set handily 6-1. This was a really important match for Sam. If he had lost here, it would have been the third time in a row that he lost in the finals to a lesser ranked opponent. Which brings up the question, does Sam Querrey have choking problems? Let's see how he does in Montreal, next week. The competition will be more difficult and if Sam, is able to consistently prove himself against tougher competition, it would indicate that he's making a break through in his career.

Speaking of Montreal, Nadal has announced to the press that he will make his return to the tour next week in the Roger's Cup. His uncle Toni, said that doesn't expect Nadal, to be at 100%, since he has not fully resumed his training. Nadal's performance in Montreal should answer a lot of questions about his tendinitis. Whether the rest has helped him or if the torn cartilage is too much for even Rafa to over-come. I hope to see him play great but I'm a little bit doubtful at this point.