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Benoit Paire Takes ‘Tweener to the Next Level in Stuttgart

Benoit Paire Takes ‘Tweener to the Next Level in Stuttgart

The Frenchman breaks new ground on the 'tweener front and celebrates like a boss.

When it comes to winning matches on the ATP Tour, uber-talented Frenchman Benoit Paire can be hit or miss. When it comes to the ability to dazzle, don’t worry about it, Paire’s got you covered.

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Case in point: This remarkable ‘tweener struck by Pair in the second set of his 7-6(3), 6-4 loss to Tomas Berdych on Thursday at the Mercedes Cup in Stuttgart. There is no term to describe this shot—the ‘tweener, or Hot Dog, is supposed to come back through the legs, but Paire, whether by happenstance or plan, has found a way to send this ball back over the net from outside of his left leg.

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Add to that the fact that the shot was perfectly executed, landing for a clean winner just over the net, and you see why A) this is going to be one of the Shots of the Year when it’s all said and done and, B) Paire was still celebrating at the changeover in his chair like a player who had just won Wimbledon.

Bartoli Nixes Plans for Comeback, Expresses Interest in Coaching

Bartoli Nixes Plans for Comeback, Expresses Interest in Coaching

The 2013 Wimbledon champion has abondoned her plans to play professionally. Former World No.7 and Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli has decided to abandon her plans to come back to professional tennis, due to shoulder issues that have restricted her training.

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"To my dismay I must unfortunately stop my attempt to comeback,” Bartoli posted in French on social media. “In effect, the necessary increases in doses of workouts to try and find my best level caused pain to my right shoulder again.”


Bartoli announced comeback plans last year and had targeted the Miami Open as her first event. After playing against Serena Williams in an exhibition at Madison Square Garden in early March she delayed her plans to have more time to reach peak fitness.

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Bartoli expressed plans to stay involved in the game as a mentor or coach in the coming years.

“Nevertheless, I have a profound desire to convey the high level I have learnt, and so I would like to invest this into training a player, to help her exploit her full potential."

Bartoli, 33, earned eight WTA titles and won 490 matches in her career. The Puy en Velay, France native reached the quarterfinals of all four majors and was also a runner-up at Wimbledon in 2007.

Federer Debuts New Pro Staff

Federer Debuts New Pro Staff

Wimbledon champion armed with new accomplice in Stuttgart return.
Roger Federer returned in Stuttgart armed with a new-look accomplice.

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The 20-time Grand Slam champion debuted the new cosmetic on his classic Wilson racquet. 

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Previously, Federer's Pro Staff RF97 Autograph Wilson racquet was an all-black stick.

This version of the Pro Staff RF97 Autograph has white highlights on the hoop of the racquet. The brand's name also appears in ivory on the throat of the racquet.

Published reports say Federer is considering signing a new apparel pact with Uniqlo that could triple his now expired contract with Nike.

Federer has a lifetime endorsement pact with Wilson.

Here's a closer look a the new cosmetic for the Pro Staff RF97 Autograph.

Roger Federer

Roger Federer

Roger Federer

Roger Federer

Photo credit: Wilson

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