Agassi Faces Final Wimbledon Quest in Grass Court Era
Andre Agassi pursues a rare career Grand Slam as Wimbledon opens with him seeded No. 2 behind Lleyton Hewitt. The 33 year old aims to win on grass again, balancing legacy with diminishing time and pressure from rising rivals like Tim Henman and Roger Federer.
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Hewitt Draw Sets Tough Path at Wimbledon Men's
Defending champion Lleyton Hewitt faces potential clashes with Richard Krajicek and Andy Roddick as Wimbledon opens. On the women's side Serena and Venus Williams are placed on opposite halves and could meet in another Grand Slam final. Defending champs Hewitt and Williams are favored to repeat last year's success.
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Williams sisters still chase Wimbledon title amid change
Wimbledon opens with Serena and Venus Williams as focal points despite broader shifts in tennis. Serena eyes a potential semifinal clash with Justine Henin-Hardenne after Henin halted her French Open run. Venus faces Stanislava Hrozen ska as hopefuls chase breakthroughs while major contenders face injuries and droughts.
Roddick Hires Brad Gilbert Gains Wimbledon Momentum
Andy Roddick, after parting with Tarik Benhabiles, hires Brad Gilbert as coach. Gilbert, praised for honesty and guidance, helps Roddick sharpen his grasscourt game as Wimbledon approaches with fresh optimism.
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