Sharapova shows her grit...
Because of her inactivity in recent months, I wasn't too keen on Maria Sharapova's chances of adding a French Open crown to her 2004 Wimbledon and 2006 U.S. Open titles. But after watching her fight off two match points in a gritty match against Patty Snyder Sunday in the fourth round, I think Sharapova is a good bet to make it to the final. The biggest reason? She's got HEART! It was all on display Sunday - a fighting spirit and a very strong desire to absolutely NOT lose. And she didn't, taking the match 3-6, 6-4, 9-7.
Deuce! is about all things tennis - from the pro game down to the
local level. It is anchored by Daily News Staff Writer Greg Hernandez
who has profiled such players as Martina Navratilova, Billie Jean
King, and the Bryan brothers. Greg is looking to complete the
spectator's grand slam with a visit to the Australian Open someday
soon. He has already been to Wimbledon, the French Open and the U.S.
Open.