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KID’S DAY @ THE FRENCH OPEN. BY CHERYL JONES.

Today was one of those days. Yes, it was cold and windy and off and on it spit mini-drops of rain; that is, until a deluge just before closing time. As always, on the first Wednesday of Roland Garros “Kid’s Day” is celebrated and as usual the grounds were swarming with excited youngsters...

HOPE AND A LITTLE LUCK FOR SERENA WILLIAMS & VENUS WILLIAMS IN PARIS BY CHERYL JONES

For close to twenty years, the face of American tennis has been Venus and Serena Williams. My mind wanders back to the silhouettes of two little girls scampering around the court, beads woven into their hair clacking in cadence to some faraway drum that was audible only to the two of them.

LIQUID SUNSHINE NADAL’S DAY AT THE FRENCH OPEN @ROLAND GARROS IN PARIS BY CHERYL JONES

Rain is oozing into the schedule at Roland Garros. The forecasters had called for clouds, but no rain. It’s obvious that the meteorologists neglected to take a peek out their windows.

ROLAND GARROS 2014 CHECKING IN ON THE “OVER 30’s” INCLUDING ROGER FEDERER BY CHERYL JONES

As usual, at least for the last nearly ninety years, the last month of spring always brings Roland Garros and for the past few years – buckets of rain. Even with the overcast skies and brief periods of showers, the crowds were buzzing with excitement.

Rafael Nadal – Undisputed King of Clay – By: Cheryl Jones

Rafael Nadal must feel that a big chunk of his life has been spent taking a bite out of the Coupe de Mousquetaire, surrounded by the terre battue of Roland Garros.

As Expected… By Cheryl Jones

Seldom has there been more riding on the outcome of a couple of encounters. The semifinal round that felt like a final saw Nadal and Djokovic up first, followed by Ferrer and Tsonga

Locked In For Saturday Afternoon – By Cheryl Jones

The odor of ozone filled the air late Thursday afternoon at Roland Garros.

Getting The Job Done – By Cheryl Jones

Sharapova plays as a Russian, spends time in Florida and lives in Huntington Beach. She will be on her toes tomorrow as she faces Victoria Azaranka in a semi-final

Birthday Presence – By Cheryl Jones

Rarely is anyone allowed to celebrate their birthday with an appearance on Court Philippe-Chatrier competing at Roland Garros, unless their name is Rafael Nadal.

Juniors Arrive at Roland Garros – By: Cheryl Jones

The second week of any Major is a smorgasbord of choices for viewing great performances. The professionals have usually moved on to the Round of 16 that has been winnowed from the original 128. Sunday, the juniors arrive on the scene.

Paris – Roland Garros Update – By: Cheryl Jones

The first day of competition at Roland Garros was Sunday, May 26th. Since then, the weather has fluctuated between frigid and blustery; and chilly and windy.

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