How the Russian Top Tenner works around her weak serve. 1. Accept your shortcomings. Elena Dementieva has a lot going for her on the tennis court. She’s strong, athletic, and one of the best ...

I didn’t root for Elena Dementieva because she’s perfect. If anything I rooted for her because she’s not—just like the rest of us—but tried anyway. I rarely root for or against anyone ...

Despite not reaching world No 1 or winning as many titles as some, Dementieva’s achievements across one of the best eras of women’s tennis place her No 1 in our countdown. The Russian was a ...