Ginepri still alive in Paris, fans breathe sigh of relief

Color me impressed (and a few other things) by Robby Ginepri.

A fave member of the shirtless brigade, "Melons", as he's affectionately known to his many adoring fans (fine...just by me), has had the best showing by an American baller since Andre Agassi made the 4th round in 2003. Robby defeated Florent Serra of France 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 and will battle Fernando Gonzalez for a potential quarterfinal meeting with Roger Federer.

Let's all take a moment to enjoy Melons while he's still alive in Paris, shall we?

(images via Getty)

SIGHTING: Shirtless Ginepri tightens up game + body for Indian Wells

Robby is resurgent: We have a new member to add to the shirtless brigade, y'all! Kenneth who writes a blog called Kenneth in the (212) received these shots of a fit + resurgent Robby Ginepri as he practices for Indian Wells this week where he received a wild-card entry.

Robby endured an intense off-season regimen with coach Jose Higueras which he attributes to his recent success, including a dominating 6-2, 6-2 win over compatriot James Blake at the SAP Open.

I think Robby can attribute the serious front and back he's working here to those off-season workouts. Now how could I be a responsible blogger and not provide you with gratuitous tennis eye candy to get you through the day? Tell me!

(image via kennethinthe212)