McEnroe Caps 2011 Championships Series With a New York Victory
McEnroe Caps 2011 Championships Series With a New York Victory epa02447232 John McEnroe of the USA returns the ball during his match against Australian Pat Rafter during the final tennis match of the Champions Downunder Tournament at the Sydney International Tennis Centre in Sydney, Australia, on 14 November 2010. EPA/DEAN LEWINS |
In the final event of the 2011 Champions Series, John McEnroe returned to his home state and staged his best performance of the year by defeating Todd Martin 8-5 in the championship match of the HSBC Tennis Cup at the First Niagara Center Saturday night. It was McEnroe’s first victory on the Champions Series since 2009.
“Wow. To finally get a win on the Series this year feels amazing,” said McEnroe. “I thought I had a chance tonight, and got off to a great start in the finals against Todd. The win certainly brings a big smile to my face and I’m ready to take on these guys on the Champions Series again next year.”
Jim Courier – who was coming off back-to-back victories in Chicago and St. Louis – couldn’t handle the attacking McEnroe, who earned a 6-3 semifinal victory to advance into the night’s championship. Martin advanced to the finals with a 6-2 triumph over Michael Chang.
For news and stories regarding the entire 2011 Champions Series and more information about future events, log on to www.championsseriestennis.com.
Topics: HSBC Tennis Cup, John Mcenroe, Todd Martin
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