Tommy Haas and Philip Kohlscheiber Play to Raise Charity Funds in German Exo

Written by: Bob Larson Tennis on 3rd December 2013

BNP Paribas 2013 Masters Tennis Tournament

Tommy Haas and Philip Kohlscheiber Play to Raise Charity Funds in German Exo

epa03930266 Tommy Haas of Germany returns the ball to Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany during their second round match at the BNP Paribas 2013 Masters tennis tournament in Paris, France, 30 October 2013. EPA/YOAN VALAT |

Tommy Haas beat jet-lag after flying transatlantic to participate in a weekend charity exhibition in a part of Germany which barely sees any professionals on court. Haas, jetted in from Los Angeles to face compatriot Philipp Kohlschreiber, winning the exhibition at Ludwigsburg 7-6(5), 7-6(4).

Haas tweeted his interest in doing his bit for charity as he traveled to the event which was held in aid of “A Heart for Children ” to support the typhoon victims in the Philippines. Haas and Kohlschreiber also donated gear including racquets and clothing which went up for auction. A Stuttgart sports shop also donated 100 EUR each ace fired during the exhibition.

“Respect for Tommy, he really played well,” said the 22nd-ranked Kohlschreiber. “When you consider that he has come directly from Los Angeles to this match, it’s especially impressive.” Added Haas: the change from 25 degrees in Los Angeles on the temperatures here in Germany is not very easy. who consoled himself with a post-victory glass of Christmas lulled wine. “But to help the children in the Philippines, was the most important thing.”

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