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Tennis is a true test of agility and stamina; from the powerful serve to the precision of the backhanded return, it’s a sport played by many and perfected by a select few. Tennis courts are unique and depending on the region will have a hard, clay, or grass surface. People play alone or with a partner, providing an extra level of difficulty.

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Junior female tennis player on serve.
Tennis 101: Serving
June 26, 2017
Here, we’ll look at the basics of scoring and playing the sport for a lifetime, with a few helpful tips that you may want to know before you take to the court.
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Serena Williams Wins the U.S. Open
September 8, 2014
Serena Williams beat Caroline Wozniacki (6-3, 6-3) in the finals of the 134th edition of the US Open, it was the fourth and final Grand Slam event of the year.
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Roger Federer Beats Novak Djokovic
September 9, 2007
At the 127th Men's U.S. Open Roger Federer beats Novak Djokovic in three straight sets.
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US Open Women’s Tennis Winner Maria Sharapova
September 10, 2006
Tennis star Maria Sharapova beat Justine Henin-Hardenne 6-4, 6-4 at the US Open, it was her 2nd career Grand Slam title, and her 1st US Open title.
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Marat Safin Victory at US Open
September 3, 2000
Marat Safin weathered two long rain delays, returned to court dressed in clothes borrowed from Jeff Tarango and Nicolas Kiefer, got a victory over Sebastien Grosjean in a dramatic U.S. Open victories.
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Tennis Great Chris Evert’s Last US Open Match
September 5, 1989
Winner of 8 Grand Slam singles championships, Chris Evert played in her last US Open match, she was defeated by American Zina Garrison.
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Youngest Man to Win US Tennis Open Match
September 1, 1987
Fifteen-year-old Michael Chang became the youngest player to win a main draw match at the US Open when he defeated Paul McNamee in four sets.
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Steffi Graf Plays Her First Pro Match
October 24, 1982
Stefanie Graf lost to Tracy Austin, in her first professional tournament at Filderstadt, Germany.
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Andy Roddick Born in Omaha
August 30, 1982
Former world No. 1 professional tennis player Andrew Roddick was born the youngest of three boys in Omaha, Nebraska.
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Jimmy Connors Beats Bjorn Borg
September 12, 1976
Jimmy Connors defeated Borg 6–4, 3–6, 7–6, 6–4 in the final to win the Men's Singles tennis title at the US Open.
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