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Mirra, Mirra, On the Wall, Who’s the Mightiest of Us All?

Bill Simons The Russian generational talent, Mirra Andreeva, did it! With her superb technique, easy power,...

The Coal Miner’s Daughter Maja Chwalinska Leaves Us Breathless

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The Curse of Carlos Strikes Again

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Serena and the Art of the Comeback

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The Courage to Stand Up to Evil

Bill Simons Tennis craved normalcy. Roland Garros needed to take a breath. “Please let the middle hold – Merci.”...