Wow! Two of the most emotionally grueling and physically demanding comebacks in French Open history played out to overflow crowds in the 2009 semifinals at Roland Garros. The charged gallery put its tennis mood on early and wore it passionately through two 3 hour 30 minute matches.
First, Sweden’s Nadal conqueror, Robin Soderling, bested [...]
The King
As storied as the history of Roland Garros is, the French Open Champions carry the tournament’s colors well. French Open Champions are special. They must overcome lengthy, gut-wrenching points, matches that last inordinate amounts of time and survive challenges from the best players on the planet. Yes, The French Open champions [...]
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No Comments »Each May, the French Open tests the mettle of the best men and women tennis players in the world. The sexy, red-clay courts present a surface perfectly suited for two weeks of grueling competition that tests the competitiveness, expertise and sheer will power of the survivors. On the way to the year’s second [...]
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