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* Marat Safin simply loves tennis no matter what people think. He could consider making a business out of “heart shaped” rackets and start a campaign called “I *heart* tennis!”
* Roger Federer in Dubai: The world number two player was seen attending an ATP players party in Dubai despite pulling out of the tourney. Why do you think he’s there? Hefty appearance fees? Your guess is as good as mine.
* Israeli player Andy Ram had a short stint at Dubai Tennis Championships. He and partner Kevin Ullyett of Zimbabwe lost their first round doubles match against Marat Safin and David Ferrer.
* Sports Illustrated’s Jon Wertheim has a new Mailbag!
