Roland Garros 2020


Kenin slides into her second major final of the year
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https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/article/rg2020-kenin-kvitova-semi-final-report

Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin is through to her second Grand Slam final of the season following an impressive 6-4, 7-5 victory over two-time major winner Petra Kvitova in the Roland-Garros semi-finals on Thursday.

The fourth-seeded American is now a remarkable 16-1 win-loss at the majors in 2020 and will be looking to pick up a second Grand Slam trophy when she takes on Polish teenager Iga Swiatek in the title decider on Saturday.

The 21-year-old Kenin went up a double-break 4-1 in the opening set and despite a fightback from her Czech opponent, secured a lead in 39 minutes.
 



Congratulations Iga Swiatek
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https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/article/rg2020-final-report-kenin-swiatek

Iga Swiatek has capped a dream fortnight to secure her maiden Grand Slam title, beating fourth seed Sofia Kenin in straight sets in the Roland-Garros final on Saturday.

The unseeded 19-year-old withstood relentless ball-striking from the American to prevail 6-4, 6-1 and become the first Grand Slam champion from Poland.

“First of all I’m not very good at speeches so sorry because I won my last tournament like three years ago and I really don’t know who to thank, but I want to thank every person that’s made this tournament possible because in these times it was pretty hard for the federation, the organisation to do the tournament," Swiatek said.
 
Congratulations RAFA!!!

Nadal revels in tying Federer's record of 20 Slams

https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/article/rafael-nadal-novak-djokovic-for-13th-roland-garros-title

The roof was closed over Court Philippe-Chatrier for Sunday’s final between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. The floodgates, on the other hand, were wide open.

With a breathtaking, pitch-perfect performance, Nadal added another chapter to tennis’ most astounding legacy on Sunday in Paris, as he raced past world No.1 Djokovic 6-0, 6-2, 7-5 to claim a record 13th Roland-Garros title.

Nadal’s joy was tempered by his recognition of the fact that the world is going through a very difficult challenge due to the coronavirus pandemic. He shared messages of hope and encouragement on court after the final, and echoed those sentiments in his press conference.

“Of course, it is an important day for me, but I'm not stupid, no? It's still a very sad situation worldwide. If you ask me what's my feeling, of course I am super happy,” Nadal said. “On the other hand, I am not that happy as usual because the situation is tough for most of the people around the world.”

The Spaniard’s legion of fans were surely smiling ear-to-ear.
 
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