French Open
Lauren Embree Flying To Paris With USTA’s Wildcard In Her Hip Pocket.
Lauren Embree is heading to Paris. Embree secured USTA’s Roland Garos wildcard by defeating Nicole Gibbs, 6-3, 7-6(2). Head to www.USTA.com to see a picture of Lauren Embree scrolling on their home page.
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Isner Wins USTA Wildcard Civil War
John Isner defeated Jesse Levine 7-6(2), 6-4, 6-4 to secure a Wildcard at the French Open saving him from having to play three qualifying rounds prior to one of most grueling tournament of the year.
If his fitness is up to the task, then John Isner post the best record of all Roland-Garros Wildcard entrants.
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Isner and Levine Battle for USTA’s French Open Wildcard
Jesse Levine defeated Donald Young 1 & 3 to advance in Boca Raton and will play Isner, who defeated Scoville Jenkins 6-3, 7-6(1).
Women’s Playoff:
Stacey Tan over Beatrice Capra 4 & 5
Lauren Embree def. Madison Keys 4-6, 7-6(5), 2-1 (retired)
Nicole Gibbs advanced over Asia Muhammad 3-6, 6-2, 6-0.
Today’s Matches:
Sloane Stephens v Gail Brodsky
Christina McHale v Nicole [...]
USTA Civil War Continues: Isner vs. Jenkins, Young vs. Levine Battle for French Open Wildcard
Thank You to Global Village Tennis for Breaking The News:
John Isner eliminated Nathan Pasha 6-2, 6-0
Scoville Jenkins advanced with a remarkable finish over Michael McClune 3-6, 6-0, 6-0
Donald Young defeated Rhyne Williams 7-5, 3-6, 6-2
Jesse Levine is in the final four after defeating Evan King 6-1, 3-6, 6-2
French Open Wildcard Spots To Be Awarded In USTA Knock Out Tournaments This Weekend
Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida, will host USTA’s Wild Card Award Tournament. The last Man and Woman standing at the end of the weekend will gain a wildcard spot at Roland Garros.
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