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Those unacquainted with the recent--that is, post-1968--history of tennis may wonder why so many of the best women entered in the French championships are injured, otherwise unable to play, or doubtful.(The Week)(Brief Article)

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* Those unacquainted with the recent--that is, post-1968--history of tennis may wonder why so many of the best women entered in the French championships are injured, otherwise unable to play, or doubtful. All, of course, are in excellent shape, with coaches, trainers, and dietitians. The Williams sisters are hobbled by sprains and recent surgery. Justine Henin-Hardenne, who may have the fiercest will to win in tennis today, is ill. Kim Clijsters withdrew. Men's tennis is less spectacularly wounded, but Juan Carlos Ferrero has a bad wrist, ...

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