Kuznetsova, Sharapova Continue Rolling On!

May 31st, 2008

Paris, France

On this last day of May 2008, Roland Garros has come to its mid way point with the Round of 16 matches all set after today's play. With the stunning loss of both Williamses yesterday, the field has become a little less heavy now on the bottom side and things are now pretty even as far as...

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Williamses Say Au Revoir to Paris, Sharapova, Ivanovic Move On!

May 30th, 2008

Paris, France

On this long Friday in Paris, the day began with Serena Williams on Court Suzanne Lenglen taking on a woman who had never beat her in all their previous meetings. The day would end with Venus Williams on Court Philippe-Chatrier taking on a woman who is experienced on clay and who had beaten...

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Venus Surges Through, Jankovic Struggles!

May 29th, 2008

Paris, France

Day 5 of the 2008 Roland Garros tournament began today with Venus Williams playing her second round match on Court Phillipe-Chatrier. Williams, who struggled a bit in her opening round match was much more impressive today. Attacking the net seemed to make the biggest difference in her game...

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Sharapova Barely Survives, Serena, Ivanovic Head To The Third Round!

May 28th, 2008

Paris, France

Finally the weather has given way to play at the years second Grand Slam, Roland Garros. Today some of the women were still trying to complete their first round matches, while others where trying to head into the third round already. The day was filled with suspense and drama as some of...

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Mauresmo Battles, Kuznetsova Eases Through!

May 27th, 2008

Paris, France

Another day at Roland Garros, and yet again, just like the last two days, threats of rain were evident. And like yesterday, the rain did not hold out as most of the day was rained out. Many matches stopped in progress and others weren't even allowed to begin. Maria Sharapova will have to wait...

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