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MotoGP - Still Rossi and Lorenzo

2009-09-06T20:47:00.001-07:00

Misano - It's the last three races Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo won the race turns. Most recent series, San Marino, Sunday (6/9/2008), belongs to Lorenzo Rossi appears as runner-up.

It's not the first time appeared as a champion Rossi by Lorenzo as the holder of both positions. Results like this ever happened in Catalonia, the Netherlands and Germany. The results of Lorenzo as runner-up and Rossi as champion, never happened in Japan.

The last three races also took turns being owned by both - the last in the Czech Republic, Lorenzo finish in first order while Rossi out -, as confirmed that this season is a season for Rossi and Lorenzo. With four series remaining, attractive to look forward to further competition between the two.

Rossi is still strong championship lead with 237 point. While Lorenzo faithfully follow him with a collection of 207 points.

The road Racing

Dani Pedrosa after the start, he took a lead. He was followed by Toni Elias and Valentino Rossi. Crash happened not so long ago and made three drivers fall. Alex de Angelis, Colin Edwards and Nicky Hayden appear that ended at the edge of the track!

On the second lap, Pedrosa still lead to being followed closely by Elias. Jorge Lorenzo meanwhile had passed Rossi is now slipped into fourth position while.

Pedrosa was fourth lap lead with attached tightly by Elias, Lorenzo and Rossi. Rossi is where skill performance. After overtaking Lorenzo in a corner, he then drilled Elias and managed to pass through. The Doctor is now in second position behind Pedrosa.

One lap earlier, Lorenzo managed to improve his position. After overtaking Elias, he now ranks third. Top three are now belonged to Pedrosa, Rossi and Lorenzo. Meanwhile, a few moments later on the same lap, Elias finally fell to fifth position after pass Andrea Dovizioso.

Rossi eventually took over leadership of successful competition on the seventh lap. When Pedrosa took the path of the outside, 'The Doctor' successful use by taking part in the corner to beat him.

Racing into the age of 12 laps, Rossi continued to race his motorcycle so successfully created the 1.377-second advantage over Pedrosa. While his own last name kept trying to separate them from Lorenzo to continue following him closely.

One lap later, Lorenzo finally succeeded when he passed Pedrosa Honda was too wide when taking corners. Now one or two positions occupied by the duo Yamaha; Rossi and Lorenzo.

Ten laps before the end of the race, Rossi 2.5 seconds lead over Lorenzo. While Lorenzo himself successfully led two seconds over Pedrosa. The battle still belongs to Rossi and Lorenzo.

While Rossi, Lorenzo and Pedrosa continued to race in the top three, Dovizioso, Loris Capirossi, Elias, Mika Kallio and Marco Melandri fight behind them. Dovizioso and Capirossi fought for four with a strict position.

Dovizioso had been lost his position by Capirossi on lap 24. But Dovizioso managed to take over again the order of four when the race one lap left. He eventually finished in that position.

While Rossi eventually finished the race as a champion. The Italian driver was followed by Lorenzo and Pedrosa, who was in position two and three.

The results of San Marino MotoGP Race

1. Valentino Rossi Yamaha 44:32.882
2. Jorge Lorenzo Yamaha + 2416
3. Dani Pedrosa Honda + 12,400
4. Andrea Dovizioso Honda + 26,330
5. Loris Capirossi Suzuki + 26,539
6. Toni Elias Honda Gresini + 28,286
7. Mika Kallio Ducati + 30,184
8. Marco Melandri Kawasaki + Hayate 31,757
9. Chris Vermeulen Suzuki + 31,909
10. James Toseland Tech 3 Yamaha + 38,347
11. Aleix Espargaro Pramac Ducati + 46,673
12. Randy de Puniet LCR Honda + 52,041
13. Niccolo Canepa Pramac Ducati +1:03.198
14. Gabor Talmacsi Scot Honda +1:22.347

Not Finis

Colin Edwards Tech 3 Yamaha 0 laps
Nicky Hayden Ducati 0 laps
Alex de Angelis Honda Gresini 0 laps

US Open - Nadal Succeed After Got Treatment

2009-09-06T20:44:00.000-07:00

New York - Despite could get treatment to overcome the problem of stomach muscles, Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal advanced to a successful fourth quarter after the bow compatriot Nicolas Almagro.

Nadal faced Almagro in the third round of the U.S. Open on Monday (7/9/2009) morning pm. The first set lasted close, in which Nadal won with a score of 7-5. Tennis world number three won the second set with the score 6-4.

When set determination to enter the third game, both players could get treatment. Nadal get treatment due to problems around the abdominal muscles, while Almagro on his back.

After the game resumed, Nadal successfully ended the third set with a score of 6-4. "There is a special motivation to show the best performance when you back down to the championship after the injury. I will do my best to fit in the next fight," Nadal said as quoted by Reuters.

In the fourth round, Nadal awaits the winner between Gael Monfils and Jose Acasuso. Meanwhile, other players who succeed through obstacles in the third round is the Tommy Robredo who beat James Blake 7-6, 6-4, 6-4 and Fernando Gonzalez are removed Tomas Berdych 7-5, 6-4, 6-4.

Juan Carlos Ferrero advanced to join the fourth round after his opponent, Gilles Simon withdrew from the game in the fourth set due to a knee injury. At that time, the score was 1-6, 6-4, 7-6, and 1-0.

US Open - Serena Still Survive, Congrats Clijsters

2009-09-06T20:43:00.000-07:00

New York - Serena Williams Road defend U.S. Open title still smooth. Serena won tickets to the quarterfinals after subdue Daniela Hantuchova battles through straight sets.

In the fight which took place Sunday (9/6/2009) night, Serena won the first set with the score 6-2.

In the second set, the daughter of U.S. tennis player appearances became increasingly dominant. Hantuchova who is leading the 22's made no move slightly with the 0-6 defeat.

Overall, the time required to end the resistance Serena Hantuchova is 64 minutes.

"Daniela is a good player. Face it, I have to play seriously because she always gave me trouble," said Serena said as quoted by the Telegraph.

In the quarterfinals, defending champion U.S. Open winners were waiting Zvoraneva between Vera and Flavia Pennetta.

With this victory, playing records at Grandslam Serena is 22 victories to one defeat. The only defeat of the nine collectors Grandslam title this is in the quarterfinals of the French Open this year. At that time, Serena defeated Svetlana Kuznetsova.

Meanwhile, Belgian Kim Clijsters continued series of positive results at the U.S. Open. In the fourth quarter, this new tennis player comeback fights third seed, Venus Williams.

Counter-action between Venus Clijsters held on Monday (7/9/2009) morning pm. In the first set, Clijsters play perfect to win 6-0. The new tennis comeback after two years break it only takes 27 minutes to bend Venus.

Entering the second set, Venus successfully improves performance. Tennis player was seeded third behind 6-0 win.

The third set lasted close. Clijsters had 5-3 advantage. Then, Clijsters closed set of critical success with a 6-4 victory and advanced to quarterfinals.

In the next round, beating the U.S. Open wildcards will face the Chinese tennis player Li Na, who defeated Francisca Schiavone 6-2, 6-3.

For Clijsters, this is her first victory at the U.S. Open since 2005.

Ghana, First Country from Africa

2009-09-06T20:42:00.001-07:00

Accra - Ghana became the first country of origin that ensure that the African continent to escape the World Cup 2010, after the Black Stars beat Sudan two goals without reply, Monday (7/9/2009) morning pm.

Action which took place in Accra Sports Stadium, home turf, Ghana to ensure the appearance of two successive time in the World Cup, after the year 2006 and they also come to follow Brazil's step in the final round.

Ghana's two-goal victory produced its flagship midfielder, Sulley Muntari in the 13th minute and captain of the team, Michel Essien, at minute 53.

With this result, Ghana solid in the top of Group D with a value of African Zone 12 of the four who has lived action. Although still leaves two more matches, points can not be overtaken Ghana runner-up in Mali with five points.

Milovan Rajevac landing troops became the eighth team to get tickets Euro 2010, after the South African hosts, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan, South Korea, North Korea and Brazil.

World Cup Qualification Standings

2009-09-05T23:26:00.000-07:00

A total of 21 games were held Saturday (5/9/2009) night until Sunday morning in advanced World Cup qualifying 2010 European zone. Here is a summary of the match:

Group 1
Danish 1 (Nicklas Bendtner 42)
Portugal 1 (Liedson 86)

Hungary 1 (Szabolcs Huszti 79-pen)
Sweden 2 (8 Olof Mellberg, Zlatan Ibrahimovic 90 +4)

Group 2
Luksembourg 0 Moldova 0

Israel 0
Latvia 1 (Kaspars Gorkss 59)

Switzerland 2 (Stephane Grichting 82, Marco Padalino 88)
Greece 0

Group 3
Poland 1 (Mariusz Lewandowski 80)
Northern Ireland 1 (Kyle Lafferty 37

Slovakia 2 (60 Stanislav Sestak, Marek Hamsik 73-pen)
Czech Republic 2 (Daniel Pudil 68, Milan Baros 84)

Group 4
Azerbaijan 1 (Elvin Mamedov 48)
Finland 2 (Markus Heikkinen 75, Jonathan Johansson 86)

Russia 3 (Vasily Berezutsky 17, Roman Pavlyuchenko 39 pen, 45 pen)
Liechtenstein 0

Group 5
Armenia 0
Bosnian 2 (Senijad Ibricic 3, Zlatan Muslimovic 74)

Turkey 4 (Tuncay Sanli 29, 72, Sercan YILDIRIM 37, Arda Turan 62)
Estonia 2 (Vladimir Voskoboinikov 7, Konstantin Vassiljev 53)

Spain 5 (David Silva 41, 68, David Villa 49, 85, Gerard Pique 50)
Belgium 0

Group 6
Ukraine 5 (Andriy Yarmolenko 18, Artem Milevskiy 45 +2, 90 +1- pen, Andriy Shevchenko 71-pen, Yevgen Seleznov 90 +3- pen)
Andorra 0

Croatia 1 (Ivan Rakitic 24)
Belarus 0

Group 7
Austria 3 (1 Stefan Maierhofer, Marc Janko 16, 59pen)
Kepuluan Faroe Islands 1 (Andrew Olsen 83)

France 1 (Thierry Henry 48)
Romania 1 (Julien Escudé 54-bd)

Group 8
Bulgaria 4 (Radostin Kishishev 45 +1, Dimitar Telkiyski 49, Dimitar Berbatov 85-pen, Valeri Domovchiyski 90 +1)
Montenegro 1 (Stevan Jovetic 9)

Georgia 0
Italy 2 (Kakha Kaladze 56, 67 committed suicide)

Sirus 1 (Marios Elia 30)
Irlandia 2 (Kevin Doyle 5, Robbie Keane 83)

Group 9
Scotland 2 (Scott Brown 56, James McFadden 80)
Macedonia 0

Iceland 1 (Eidur Gudjohnsen 29)
Norway 1 (John Arne Riise 10)

(play-win-lose-series-in goals, points)

Group 1
1. Danish 7 5 2 0 14-3 17
2. Hungary 7 4 1 2 9-4 13
3. Sweden 7 3 3 1 8-3 12
4. Portugal 7 2 4 1 9-5 10
5. Albania 8 1 3 4 4-8 6
6. Malta 8 0 1 7 0-21 1

Group 2
1. Switzerland 7 5 1 1 13-6 16
2. Greece 7 4 1 2 12-6 13
3. Latvia 7 4 1 2 11-6 13
4. Israel 7 2 3 2 10-9 9
5. Luxembourg 7 1 2 4 3-13 5
6. Moldova 7 0 2 5 2-11 2

Group 3
1. Slovakia 7 5 1 1 19-8 16
2. Northern Ireland 8 4 2 2 13-7 14
3. He Poland 7 3 2 2 19-8 11
4. Slovenia 7 3 2 2 10-4 11
5. Czech Republic 7 2 3 2 8-6 9
6. San Marino 8 0 0 8 1-37 0

Grup 4
1. Germany 7 6 1 0 20-4 19
2. Russia 7 6 0 1 15-3 18
3. Finland 7 4 1 2 10-11 13
4. Wales 7 3 0 4 5-7 9
5. Azerbaijan 7 0 1 6 1-9 1
6. Liechtenstein 7 0 1 6 1-18 1

Group 5
1. Spain 7 7 0 0 18-2 21
2. Bosnia 7 5 0 2 20-7 15
3. Turkey 7 3 2 2 10-7 11
4. Belgium 7 2 1 4 10-16 7
5. Estonia 7 1 2 4 7-19 5
6. Armenia 7 0 1 6 3-17 1

Group 6
1. England 7 7 0 0 26-4 21
2. Croatia 8 5 2 1 16-7 17
3. Ukraine 7 4 2 1 14-6 14
4. Belarus 7 3 0 4 15-11 9
5. Kazakhstan 7 1 0 6 7-22 3
6. Andorra 8 0 0 8 2-30 0

Group 7
1. Serbia 7 6 0 1 15-5 18th
2. France 7 4 2 1 9-7 14
3. Austria 7 3 1 3 10-10 10
4. Lithuania 7 3 0 4 6-6 9
5. Romania 7 2 2 3 8-11 8
6. Faroe Islands 7 0 1 6 2-11 1

Group 8
1. Italy 7 5 2 0 11-3 17
2. Ireland 8 4 4 0 10-6 16
3. Bulgaria 7 2 5 0 10-5 11
4. Cyprus 7 1 2 4 7-11 5
5. Montenegro 7 0 4 3 6-12 4
6. Georgia 8 0 3 5 4-11 3

Group 9
1. * Netherlands 7 7 0 0 16-2 21
2. Scotland 7 3 1 3 6-10 10
3. Norway 7 1 4 2 7-6 7
4. Macedonia 7 2 1 4 4-9 7
5. Iceland 8 1 2 5 7-13 5

World Cup Qualification - Group 8 - Kaladze "Help" Azzurri

2009-09-05T23:25:00.000-07:00

Tbilisi - Georgia Italy managed to bend the 2-0 World Cup qualifying campaign continued in 2010. But the Azzurri a pair of goals in the game is a 'gift' Kakha Kaladze who did commit suicide twice.

In a fight that was held at the Lokomotiv Stadium, Sunday (6/9/09) morning WIB is a relying Italy widening game of two winger Mauro Camoranesi and Marco Marchionni play not so biting.

In spite of this, these three numbers establish Italy's position in the top of Group 8 World Cup qualification with 17 points.

Lineup

Georgia: Bediashvili, Khizanishvili, Kaladze, Sanaia, Lobzhanidze, Kobiasvili, Khmaladze, Kenia, Razamadze (Tskitshvili '73), Ananidze, Dvalishivili

Italy: Buffon, Cannvaro, Zambrotta, Chiellini, Criscito, Marchionni, Pirlo, Camoranesi (Santon '73), Palombo (D'Agostino '62), Iaquinta, Rossi (Quagliarella'59).

World Cup Qualification - Group 6 - Croatia and Ukraine Keep Compete

2009-09-05T23:23:00.000-07:00

Zagreb - Croatia and Ukraine Competition in the UK followed in Group 6 World Cup 2010 qualifying increasingly stringent because the two teams were both victorious this weekend.

Croatia successfully becomes a winner from guest team Belarus 1-0. In a match that was held at the Maksimir Stadium, Zagreb Sunday (6/9/09) morning WIB's goals puppet host only printed by Ivan Rakitic at minute 24.

Meanwhile in another match, Ukraine managed to score five goals without reply to the visitors goal Andorra. The printer is a host number Andriy Yarmolenko, Artem Milevskiy twice, Andriy Shevchenko and Yevgen Seleznov. Because of this, Croatia and Ukraine are making them continue to keep distance from England who was at the top. Croatia had played one more game currently is ranked second with 17 points, three points ahead of Ukraine.

Currently, English is already collected 21 points led the way to win an automatic ticket from Group 6. Realistically, Croatia and Ukraine live scramble was runner-up group.

World Cup Qualification - Group 5 - Russia Become Closer With German

2009-09-05T23:20:00.000-07:00

Moscow - Russia shorten the distance from the powerful German top Group 4 World Cup 2010 qualifying only be one number. That after the ‘Red Bear’ thrashes Liechtenstein 3-0.

Two of the three goals which confirms the dominance of Russia in the Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Saturday (5/9/2009), created by Roman Pavlyuchenko. Previously, Vasili Berezutsky scored the opening goal.

These results put Russia firmly in the position of two Group 4 standings with a value of 18 from seven matches and German who has finished a collection of seven actions with 19 points.

Lineup

Russia: Igor Akinfeev; Sergei Ignashevich, Vasili Berezutsky (Alexei Berezutsky 58), Aleksandr Aniukov; Konstatin Zurianov (Igor Semshov 46), Sergei Semak, Diniyar Bilyaletdinov, Vladimir Bystrov, Igor Denisov (Pavel Pogrebniak 69); Alexander Kerzhakov, Roman Pavlyuchenko

Liechtenstein Peter Jehle; Michael Stocklasa, Franz-Josef Vogt (Stefan Buchel 82), Marco Ritzberger, Yves Oehri, Martin Rechsteiner; Franz Burgmeier, Ronny Buchel, Mathias Christen (Roger Beck 72); Mario Frick, Thomas Beck (David Hasler 57)

World Cup Qualification - Group 5 - Spain, A Star From Group 5

2009-09-05T23:17:00.000-07:00

Coruna - No one can stop the speed of Spain in the qualifying round of the 2010 World Cup European zone Group 5. European champions continued to step on the gas after winning five goals without reply to top the standings Belgia.Di Spanish firm stand at the top with a perfect score of seven games. Foster children Vicente Del Bosque was six points ahead of second ranked team of Bosnia-Herzegovina, which today pan 2-0 victory at home to Armenia. Belgium began depressed and origin Arsenal's defender, Thomas Vermaelen, received the first yellow card in this fight for disturbing Fernando Torres.

On 21 minutes Villa win the prize for a penalty after he was dropped Anthony Vanden Borre in Belgium box. After another shot hit crossbar Villa, attackers numbered 7 was designed backs the creation of an opening goal on 41 minutes. Bait matures resolved easily by Silva.

After a barren first half, Villa managed to register his name on the scoreboard four minutes after the restart. A minute later Pique enlarge excellence Spain, and Silva wash his second goal in minute 68. Villa scored his team closed the party in the five minutes before dispersal.

Lineup

Spain: 1-Iker Casillas; 16-Alvaro Arbeloa (2-Raul Albiol 83), 3-Gerard Pique, 5-Carles Puyol, 11-Joan Capdevila; 8-Xavi (10-Cesc Fabregas 70), 13-Sergio Busquets, 14-Xabi Alonso, 18-David Silva; 9-Fernando Torres (15-Albert Riera 67), 7-David Villa

Belgium: 1-Jean-Francois Gillet; 2-Anthony Vanden Borre, 5-Daniel Van Buyten, 3-Timmy Simons, 4-Thomas Vermaelen; 8-Steven Defour, Marouane Fellaini, 17, 15-Jan Vertonghen (6 - Olivier Deschacht 30); 16-Eden Hazard (9-Kevin Mirallas 58) 18-Moussa Dembele, 10-Wesley Sonck (7-Igor De Camargo 70)

World Cup Qualification - Group 2 - Latvia Win, Switz Take Greece Position

2009-09-05T23:15:00.000-07:00

Basel - Two goals in the last six minutes to give Switzerland an important victory over Greece. 2-0 victory at home that makes Ottmar Hitzfeld's squad led the Group 2 and shift the weight of it rivals.

In the standings as they now are top with 16 points from seven games, winning three points from Greece and Latvia. If able to maintain that position in the last three games, then hope to perform at the finals will open big. In the last 10 editions of Switzerland had only appeared twice in the World Cup.

Meanwhile, keep the odds Latvia after picking up the victory 1-0 in a stable Israel. Heroes of Latvia defender Kaspars Gorkss is that heading into a ball in the air from a corner kick on 59 minutes.

Israel for the first times again their defeat at home in World Cup qualifying event. The last time they lost the number when playing in front of the supporters was in the year 1993 when entertaining players Finland.

Lineup

Switzerland: 1-Diego Benaglio; 2-Alain Nef (18-Eren Derdiyok 61), 5-Steve von Bergen, 13-Stephane Grichting, 3-Ludovic Magnin; 6-Benjamin Huggel, 8-Gelson Fernandes (15-Hakan Yakin 68 ); 7-Tranquillo Barnetta, 11-Marco Padalino; 9-Alex Frei, 10-Blaise Nkufo (19-Johan Vonlanthen 81).

Greece: 1-Konstantinos Chalkias; 15-Sokratis Papastathopoulos, 5-Evangelos Moras, 16-Sotirios Kyrgiakos, 4-Nikos Spyropoulos; 11-Loukas Vyntra, 8-Konstantinos Katsouranis, 3-Christos Patsatzoglou; 14-Dimitrios Salpingidis (7-Georgios Samaras 46), 9-Angelos Charisteas (18-Avraam Papadopoulos 73), 10-Ioannis Amanatidis (17-Theofanis Gekas 81).

Israel: 1-Dudu Aouate; 2-Yuval Shpungin, 5-Avi Strul, 13, Dekel Keinan, 6-Dedi Ben-Dayan; 7-Baram Kayal, 4-Gal Alberman (16-Tamir Cohen 46), 15-Yossi Benayoun (8-Aviram Baruchyan 66), 9-Yaniv Katan; 10-Elyaniv Barda, 12-Omer Golan (17-Ben Sahar 62).

Latvia: Andris Vanins-12; 3-Vitalijs Astafjevs, Oskars Klava-5, 6-Deniss Ivanovs, Deniss Kacanovs-7, 8-Alexandrs Cauna (18-Jurijs Zigajevs 80), 9-Maris Verpakovskis (14-Andrejs Pereplotkins 90 + 1), 10-Andrejs Rubins (4-Dzintaris Zirnis 81), 11-Girts Karlsons, 13-Kaspars Gorkss, 16-Vladimirs Kolesnicenko.

World Cup Qualification - Group 1 - Portugal Draw, Sweden Win

2009-09-05T23:13:00.000-07:00

Copenhagen - Liedson, the Brazilian-born striker was the first time to defend his new country save Portugal. Liedson goals by the end fight with Danish Seleccao offset 1-1.

Nicklas Bendtner took first Danish winner of the game held at the Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Sunday (6/9/2009) pm dawn, before Liedson scored in minute 86.

Although spared from defeat, this result still hurt the team ranked Portugal as Carlos Queiroz's care fell to the fourth position of the Group 1 World Cup 2010 qualifying with a score of 10 seven-fight.

The position of Portugal ousted by Sweden at the same time twisted Hungarian hosts 2-1 and the collection value to 12.

Ibrahimovic Become a Hero for Sweden

Ferenc Puskás Stadium, Budapest, Hungary hosts must bite the fingers that are bent Sweden 1-2. The visitors winning goal by Zlatan Ibrahimovic printed right on the final minutes of action.

Previously, Olof Mellberg scored a goal when the match enter eighth-minute However, when Hungary opened up Szabolcs Huszti penalty kick equalizer in 1-1 minutes so players 79.

Lineup

Danish: Andersen; Jacobsen (Kvist 66), Christensen, Kjaer; C. Poulsen, Silberbauer, Romme: Andersen; Jacobsen (Kvist 66), Christensen, Kjaer; C. Poulsen, Silberbauer, Rommedahl, J. Poulsen (Gronkjaer 89); Jorgensen (Norregaard 61), Tomasson, Bendtner

Portugal: Eduardo; Bosingwa, Carvalho, Pepe, Alves; Tiago (Liedson 46), Deco, Duda, Meireles (Gomes 81); Simao (Nani 71), Ronaldo

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Hungary: Babos; Gyepes, Szelesi, Juhasz (timar 64); Dardai (Torghelle 46), Hajnal (Buzsaky 85), Halmosi, Gera, Huszti; Vadocz, Dzsudzsak

Sweden: Isaksson; Mellberg, Nilsson, Majstorovic, Safari; Svensson, Kallstrom, Holmen (Hysen 85), Elm; Ibrahimovic, Elmander (Berg 75)

US Open - Roddick Lost (Again)

2009-09-05T23:12:00.000-07:00

New York - Fifth seed Andy Roddick was eliminated in the third round of U.S. Open tournament. In the battle that took nearly four hours he lost five sets of compatriot John Isner.

The second match beating lasted host summit is tight and they have to play the tie break on the set of determination. Isner finally won the duel between the service owner's thunder with 7-6 6-3 3-6 5-7 7-6 in three hours 51 minutes.

Meanwhile Verdasco advanced to the fourth round after the German star dropped, Tommy Haas, a 3-6 7-5 7-6 (8) 1-6 6-4. Success was also achieved leading to over 12 Robin Soderling beat Sam Querrey of the United States with a 6-2 7-5 6-7 (6) 6-1.

Two other leading players who escaped from the third round were Novak Djokovic (4) and Nikolay Davydenko (8). Djokovic won 6-7 (2) 6-3 7-6 (2) 6-4 over Jesse Witten Jesse wildcard players, while Davydenko removed Marco Chiudinelli of Switzerland with a score of 6-4 7-5 7-5.

US Open - Oudin Make Another Surprise, Federrer Lost One Set

2009-09-05T23:11:00.000-07:00

New York - U.S. teens tennis players, Melanie Oudin, continued large step in the Grand Slam tournament U.S. Open. Oudin has the right to the last four by beating Maria Sharapova.

Oudin in the second round of seed removed four Elena Dementieva, Sharapova tested in the third round, back in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday (6/9/2009) morning pm.

Sharapova, U.S. Open champion in 2006, seemed to stop Oudin surprise by winning the first set 6-3. Even so, the game's 29th seed looked frail with many unforced errors he makes.

Games Sharapova worsening, success is maximized by Oudin. In the second set, Oudin is 17 years old had managed to prolong the breath with a 6-4 win.

In the third set, Sharapova did not play better. Russian tennis player 22-year-old made 18 unforced errors and seven double faults and how to let Oudin won the game with the score 7-5.

In the fourth quarter, beating Oudin will face another Russian, Nadia Petrova. Superior to the previous 13 players halts China, Zheng Jie, 6-4, 6-1.

Meanwhile, champion five times in a row Roger Federer lost his first set at the U.S. Open tournament this year. Yet this is still top seed Lleyton Hewitt could be overcome and advanced to the fourth round.

Spent two hours 33 minutes, Saturday (5/9/2009) night WIB, Federer lost the first set before winning the next three sets. World number one Swiss beat Hewitt in the final score 4-6 6-3 7-5 6-4.

The defeat in the first set to make him like 28 years is facing a process that is not easy in an attempt to reach his sixth title in a row it. In the previous game, when Germany beat Simon Greuel, he got a lot of resistance in the second and third sets before winning 6-3 7-5 7-5.

However, despite such a set, Federer went on a winning record at the U.S. Open to 37 times in a row. He also continued his dominance over Hewitt that the player always wins over Australia in their last 14 meetings.

Rossi Take Pole Position for San Marino

2009-09-05T22:48:00.000-07:00

Misano - Valentino Rossi managed to take pole position for San Marino MotoGP race. Yamaha driver was relieved to be sitting on the pole in a dramatic way.

When qualifying session at Misano circuit on Saturday (5/9/2009), near the end, Rossi stuck traffic and record time in order to fall below four Dani Pedrosa, Jorge Lorenzo and Toni Elias.

But Rossi could finally rejoice because of his experiments in final moments with the results. Italian had finally entitled to the first start position; his sixth pole this season.

"It's a nice pole. Not only was this important thing, but when the time left 10 seconds 3 minutes I was stuck in traffic," Rossi said as quoted by Autosport relief.

"I got stuck behind (Chris) Vermeulen who was slowed, and there is also Elias (Alex) De Angelis, etc., are waiting. So I suggest replacing the tires, but I do not know if I can do it on time," he said.

Before coming to Misano, Rossi had blurted out that it was not his favorite circuit. The man was 31 years even sure if he'll lose faster than Pedrosa and Lorenzo. Qualification results changed the way Rossi.

Previously, he was drawing on his helmet with a face of a donkey with the intention of teasing themselves.

When racing in Italy, Rossi is used to replace the picture in his helmet with pictures of interest. No different from when he had to race in Misano, located just seven miles from his village in Tavullia.

This time, Rossi chose to draw his helmet with the figure of a donkey which shows two large teeth. Donkey look at Rossi's helmet is easily visible even when the drivers 31 years passed faster on the track.

So, what he meant Rossi put pictures donkey? According Autosport apparently Rossi wants to tease herself for falling in the middle of the Indianapolis MotoGP on the second position and ultimately failed finish.

In the back of the helmet, written 'The Donkey' with a design similar to the word 'The Doctor' Rossi put in the back part of racing overalls.

In the Italian MotoGP at Mugello this year, Rossi had time to draw a picture of his helmet with a face that screamed.

Argentine VS Brazil : Tango Will Give Some Challenges

2009-09-05T06:30:00.000-07:00

Buenos Aires - Match against Brazil this weekend seemed to status "must win" for Argentina. For the sake of making the opponent does not move slightly, coaches 'Team Tango' Diego Maradona would suggest that surrounded Seleccao.

Given the rivalry between the two countries, it will give the victory of pride in this prestigious duel. Special for Argentina, which is still stagnating in the order of four South American qualifying zones, three points can also help boost their position.

Maradona also suggests that to silence Brazil, his team can not provide any space. If necessary, Kaka cs can not get out of their own defense area in the action to be held in Rosario Central Stadium, Saturday (5/9/2009) local time.

"We should be able to make Brazil tortured, to achieve results, to make them stay in their own area and be wary of Kaka, Robinho and Luis Fabiano," he said as quoted Goal.

"We can not let them penetrate us with a counterattack, we also have to be careful to rebound," he said.

For this action, Maradona is rumored to make Carlos Tevez and Lionel Messi on the front lines. While in the midfield, the names like Juan Sebastián Verón, Javier Mascherano and Maxi Rodriguez are ready to give support.

Meanwhile, Diego shows his class immediately carrying out its role as regulator of the attack with Juve at the start of this season. Two goals by Diego were donated for the new club.

However, he did not ogled by Brazil coach, Dunga. Melo also lamented that his team mate did not take action against Argentina in a crucial World Cup qualifier in 2009 in Rosario on Saturday (5/9/2009) local time

Not just because he's team mate friend, but Diego's ability to give a big contribution. "If he played for Brazil it will be very happy. He was a good friend and great player," Melo said as quoted Goal.

Nadal Keeps Walking

2009-09-05T06:29:00.000-07:00

New York - Rafael Nadal is through to the third round after passing obstacles Nicolas Kiefer. While Taylor Dent has the lively reception from the audience at the U.S. Open third round this.

In the match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Saturday (5/9/2009), Nadal had a chance to get resistance from Kiefer. The Spanish third seed was finally able to overcome this German tennis player with a score of 6-0 3-6 6-3 6-4.

At the beginning, Nadal was no trouble after winning the opening set in 24 minutes. But Kiefer rose and able to take the second set, and provides resistance in the next set.

Nadal finally won the match after playing for three hours. In the third round Nadal will face another Spanish, Nicolas Almagro, which is superior to 32.

In other action, tennis player Taylor Dent hosts a rapturous welcome after stepping into the fourth round. He managed to beat Ivan Navarro after playing five-set tiebreaker 11-9 to score 6-4 5-7 6-7 7-5 7-6.

Dent, which is superior to 195 should be playing for four hours and 12 minutes. This is the first action in the U.S. Open in four years after he had time to undergo back surgery twice.

Dent in the next round will face second seed tennis player Andy Murray. British tennis player is advanced to the next round after overcoming Paul Capdeville with the score 6-2 3-6 6-0 6-2

Other Match Results:

Jose Acasuso (Argentina) beat 18-David Ferrer (Spain) 6-3 3-6 1-6 6-3 6-2
11-Fernando Gonzalez (Chile) beat Josselin Ouanna (France) 6-4 6-7 (5) 6-3 6-4 13-Gael Monfils (France) beat Andreas Beck (Germany) 6-3 7-5 6-3
32-Nicolas Almagro (Spain) beat Robby Ginepri (U.S.) 6-7 (7) 6-2 6-3 * 4-6 6-4 Denis Istomin (Uzbekistan) beat Nicolas Lapentti (Ecuador) 2-6 6-4 4 -6 7-5 7-6 (4)
Daniel Koellerer (Austria) beat Pablo Cuevas (Uruguay) 3-6 6-2 6-1 6-4
17-Tomas Berdych (Czech Republic) beat Horacio Zeballos (Argentina) 6-3 6-7 (3) 7-6 (2) 6-2
9-Gilles Simon (France) beat Thomaz Bellucci (Brazil) 6-3 6-2 6-4
6-Juan Martin del Potro (Argentina) beat Juergen Melzer (Austria) 7-6 (6) 6-3 6-3
16-Marin Cilic (Croatia) beat Jesse Levine (U.S.) 4-6 2-6 6-0 6-3 6-0
Julien Benneteau (France) beat 30-Viktor Troicki (Serbia) 6-1 3-6 6-1 6-0 7-Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (France) beat Jarkko Nieminen (Finland) 7-5 6-3 6-4

Hantuchova Challenge Serena, Venus Against Clijsters

2009-09-05T06:28:00.000-07:00

New York - For the first time since 2002, stepped over Daniela Hantuchova in the third round of U.S. Open. Then, she will meet Serena Williams.

Hantuchova's best achievement in the U.S. Open is going on in the year 2002 when the Slovak tennis player was kicked to successful quarter. Since then, his best result at Flushing Meadows was to round three.

Bad record seven-year-old was erased when Hantuchova saw Vania King in the third round at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Saturday (5/9/2009) morning pm. With a smooth, Hantuchova won 6-2, 6-2.Langkah Hantuchova to at least match the achievements of 2002 faced a tough test because of Serena's next opponent will be 22 winning 26-year-old was in round four.

Serena's own resistance Spaniard finished Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez. Easy win in the first set 6-3, second seed had compounded Sanchez in the second set before winning 7-5.The other who still survives is Flavia Pennetta. Italian competence that seeded the 10 were successfully buried Aleksandra Wozniak 6-1, 6-1 and will meet Vera Zvonareva or Elena Vesnina in the next round.

Following her sister, Venus Williams successfully overcome the Magdalena Rybarikova. In the round of U.S. Open later, the United States tennis player will face Kim Clijsters.

Venus appeared in Arthur Ashe Stadium, Saturday (5/9/2009), with a bandage on his right leg between his knees. But third seed was not experiencing much difficulty in conquering Rybarikova with 6-2 and 7-5 scores.

Rybarikova, who had a pain injection barrier could also provide resistance. Yet Venus able to dominate the game by launching a spectacular volley shot.

Rybarikova forehand error finally finished this game. While the results were made Venus will face Clijsters in the next final round, and this will be a battle between two former U.S. Open champion.

While Clijsters advanced to the fourth round after easy win over fellow Belgian tennis player Kirsten Flipkens 6-0 6-2. The former world No.1 tennis player was last performed at Flushing Meadows when defeating Mary Piercey in the final in 2005.

Rest In Peace, Tahir Djide

2009-09-05T06:27:00.000-07:00

Bandung - Indonesia lost one of the best figures from the world badminton. The former national coach who gave birth to many great players of the world, Tahir Djide, died of cancer in the liver.

Tahir last breath at the Hasan Sadikin Hospital (RSHS), Bandung, on Friday (4/8/2009) at 3:15 pm. He died at the age of 70 years, leaving a wife and two children. Explained that Tahir, who is also Professor of the Graduate UPI Bandung, had been undergoing intensive treatment from 3 to 22 August at RSHS. Then, he went back into hospital on Tuesday (1 / 9) until they meet the Creator.

Drs. M. Tahir Djide is a great physical trainer who has worked as a coach since 1971. From his birth he Sidrap, South Sulawesi, was born big players like Rudy Hartono, Tjuntjun / Johan Wahyudi, Christian / Ade Chandra, Icuk Sugiarto, Liem Swie King to Bernadus Wiranata Ardy, Ricky Subagja and Taufik Hidayat.

After more than three decades devoted himself to As a coach, he resigned on March 1, 2008, to then continue her passion for badminton with badminton for the school managing children's early childhood, named BM 77, which located in the Padasuka, Bandung.

According to Indonesian badminton legend, Liem Swie King, Tahir is a figure that makes achievement of land badminton meteoric water and is known world.

"I am personally very lost. Surely badminton community in Indonesia, too," he said, Friday (4/9/09).

"I earn Achievement in particular and colleagues of other badminton players generally can not be separated from the contribution of the deceased. He is a coach who applies strict discipline and it proved successful," added he.

Xie Xing Fang Is Going to Retire

2009-09-05T06:26:00.000-07:00

Beijing - China will lose one of the female best players following Xie Xingfang retirement plan. Of former double world champion is going to hang the racket next month.

"Last year I made the decision to end his career after the National Championships, but I did not announce it publicly because I do not want this media exaggerated out of proportion," said Xie at the Guangzhou Daily as reported by Reuters.

Decision Xie Xingfang (28 years) of retirement will end a decade of his international career in the world of badminton. In the course of the many accomplishments achieved daughter's birth was January 8, 1981.

Xie Xing Fang biggest success, of course, when she became world champion in women's singles in 2005 and 2006. Another success had she embraced the one-time Asian champion, three times to strengthen China Uber Cup team, and more than 10 titles in the series championship grand prix badminton.
Xie Xingfang is the player initially double princess. But after a big talent in Li Yongbo, she then turned into the single player. A very appropriate decision because with his colleague, Zhang Ning, she was able to master the women's singles number for several years.

"Xie showed that she was one of the world's best players. We respect his decision. National Championships in October will likely be his last tournament. I'm sure she will continue to dedicate himself to this sport in different ways," said Li Yongbo.

Chelsea Get Punishment from FIFA

2009-09-05T06:25:00.000-07:00

FIFA imposed the sanctions after Chelsea proven guilty Gael Kakuta persuaded to break his contract at French club Lens and joined the London club in 2008. As a result, the West London team was prohibited from spending in the transfer window in January and June 2010

"Chelsea will make every effort possible to appeal the decision following a FIFA Conflict Resolution Committee regarding cases Cúcuta Gael," the statement quoted from Chelsea as the official club website.

"Sanctions are never seen her precedent in this level and is not proportionate to the alleged violation and provided financial sanctions."

"We can not comment further until we receive written reasons for the decision of this extraordinary."

FIFA decision may make it difficult step in Chelsea this season. Because, in January next 'The Blue' was not able to use the services of Didier Drogba, Michael Essien, Salomon Kalou and John Obi Mikel who must defend the name of each country in the African Cup.

In addition, the pillars of Chelsea as Nicolas Anelka, Michael Ballack, Frank Lampard, and Deco-old head of the three.

Apart from Chelsea, Manchester United could become the second team of a sanction should not buy new players from FIFA after Chelsea. Although threatened, 'Red Devils' claim was not afraid.

MU overshadow the threat of sanctions after the French club Le Havre sure has asked FIFA to investigate the case of recruitment of players, Paul Pogba, by the English champions last month.

A Chelsea spokesman refused to unequivocally that this case could lead Pogba like Chelsea are forbidden to buy players in transfer window for two coax Gael Kakuta cut contract with Lens.

"As far as we know, we have acted in accordance with the rules of FIFA and UEFA in terms of transfers," it said in evasion MU spokesman told Reuters.

This case began last month when sticking out of Le Havre, accusing the MU offers a number of very big money to Pogba. 16-year-old player was reportedly offered a salary of £ 3500 (USD 57 million) per week after his 17-year-old.

Pogba is one of the young players who are predicted to be a star in the future. Until now, the registration process Pogba not finished so he could not play for MU.

"We do not need to be afraid of anything because we did not do anything wrong. We know Le Havre was not happy with us, but we have acted correctly," said MU spokesman.

Bendtner, Denilson Play for Arsenal for Long Time

2009-09-05T06:24:00.000-07:00

London - Arsenal more consistent with his young squad after two players to extend the contract. Nicklas Bendtner is and Denilson who long opportunity to costumed the Gunners.

Not known for how long the duration of the contract for these two players. To be sure, the North London club management that provides long-term contracts for Bendtner and Denilson that makes them likely to spend much of his career at Emirates Stadium.

As a talent manager who discovered them, Arsene Wenger, had helped pleased with the contract extension for Bendtner and Denilson.

For Bendtner, with more long he was at Arsenal, could be the event proving that he could be a goal-hungry striker for his team in the future.

Moreover, with Emmanuel Adebayor's departure to Manchester City, the greater the chance of Danish players 21 years of age to become the primary choice Wenger. However, Bendtner also had to reduce her frequent habit of appearing inconsistent.

"Nicklas has made me happy with the performance and determination of last season. You can see that he wants to always compete at the highest level and achieved with his partner," explained Wenger at Arsenal official site.

"He scored some important goals for us last season and it seems he will repeat it this season. However, this is not just a matter of scoring goals, but its contribution to the team and will continue to increase as it continues. I'm glad he'll be part of this team to the front , "he continued.

As for Denilson, Wenger praised Brazil's players as talented young talents. His appearance was greatly improved last season in which he had begun to have a place in midfield core 'Warehouse Team Bullets' captain assisted Cesc Fabregas.

"Work ethic is incredible Denilson (last season) and we were lucky to have players who we know will always fight all out until minutes late in a tight league like this," said the Professor for Denilson.

Dudu Will Miss Two Matches !!

2009-09-05T06:20:00.001-07:00

Nyon - UEFA sentenced to Eduardo following a diving action he did. Arsenal striker match ban was convicted of two fights.

"UEFA disciplinary commission today has studied the case of the Arsenal players, Eduardo, to act 'to fool the referee' in action playoff second leg Champions League on August 26 against Celtic FC," the statement quoted from the official UEFA website.

"Furthermore, we are concerned to punish players for the two matches in the competition under the auspices of UEFA."

Arsenal have also described the time during the three business days to appeal. If the North London team's appeal fails, then Eduardo action absent the Champions League group phase, against Standard Liege (16/9/2009) and Olympiakos (29/9/2009).

Craig Gordon is a Scottish player, football federation country enraged by Arsenal player Eduardo diving. Let so, Gordon still defending diving Dudu.

"You can see what it means and why people can do it, in order to win the game in any way," Gordon said in The Sun.

"He (Dudu) a ban on playing the two parties but to get to the group phase (Champions League) worth 16 million pounds (about USD 264 billion) and the player may be a bonus was 100 thousand pounds (about USD 1.6 billion)," continued.

"If a player is Scottish, so we did so reach the play-off World Cup, what we will continue to feel disappointed? I'm sure not going," said Gordon bluntly.

In addition to Gordon, now a similar appeal made by Bilic. 40-year-old coach did not believe Eduardo do diving. He mentioned that the player had bloody Brazil exemplary attitude by many parties.

"We are talking about players who could become an example of the athletes. I can not understand why people like him can be punished," he said as reported by the Telegraph.

Arsenal eventually appeal the suspension action received two Eduardo da Silva. The reason for the Gunners felt the sanction imposed legal disabilities.

Sanctions on Croatia striker was called Arsenal unfounded because there was no prior investigation which derived from game footage. UEFA considered North London's faction makes policy based only protest from Celtic and Scottish Football Association.

The following statement Warehouse Team bullets as shown on the official website:

Club has already received the reasons UEFA gives sanction to Eduardo.

We strongly believe that the decision was legally flawed because the investigation was not based on evidence from the recordings of the game.

It certainly is wrong and inconsistent attitude of UEFA in dropping the decision. So we filed an appeal.

Bye Spalletti, Welcome Ranieri

2009-09-05T06:18:00.000-07:00

As has been reported, the official finally Luciano Spalletti AS Roma to leave. Series of bad results I obtained shaved lupi coach chose quit his post.

News about Spalletti's departure from Rome's Stadium Olimpico had blown since Monday (31/8/2009) yesterday. The defeat of Genoa in the first week and fell as host Juventus last weekend is the reason Spalletti off the chair he had occupied since 2005.

"I've filed resignation and the club accepts it," said Spalletti as Reuters reported.

Pressure on Spalletti to resign from his position grew stronger after the group held a demonstration TIFOSI Rome in front of the club's headquarters.

Although Francesco Totti managed to deliver a Serie A runner-up three consecutive years (2005-08), and won a Super Cup Copa Italia (2007), two defeats from two early actions seemed to be enough to depose him from office.

AS Roma moved quickly to replace Luciano Spalletti who had resigned. Officially appointed Claudio Ranieri as coach newer IL lupi during the contract duration of two seasons.

"Any agreement (between Rome and Ranieri). Tomorrow he (Ranieri) will sign contract duration of two years," said Reuters quoted Rassani, Tuesday (1 / 9).

Claudio Ranieri admitted that AS Roma is his dream team. Now, when the dream was achieved, the Tinkerman promised to give the best.

"I feel honored and I am sure being able to provide the best for Rome and the club," Ranieri said as quoted by Football-Italy.

Rome has a closeness with the man nicknamed The Tinkerman it. Apart city was born in Italy's capital, Ranieri also started his professional career as a Roma player.

Although only strengthen IL lupi 1973 to 1974 and appeared six times, but Ranieri has a deep impression with the team he coached now.

"This is a great satisfaction for me. This is the culmination of a dream of my career path many years ago," added 57-year-old man was.

Meanwhile, Spalletti confident of success will shelter. "Ranieri will be fine because he has a good squad," he said.

US Open - Serena, Mauresmo and Clijsters Keep Walking

2009-08-31T21:33:00.002-07:00

Serena Williams began to defend his title at the U.S. Open with easy victory. While Mauresmo Ameilie also stepped smoothly into the second round of this Grand Slam tournament.

Serena is targeting a third grand slam title this year, successfully overcome the Alexa Glatch 6-4 6-1, Tuesday (1/9/2009) morning pm. U.S. tennis player second seed needed just one hour and two minutes of beating Glatch.

Williams started the match on Arthur Ashe with a good but service was broken in the early set at 5-2. While Glatch which is ranked 103 of the world, started playing well after a nervous in the beginning.

But Serena did not make the mistake a second time. He still continues to dominate the game until the second set. Serena in the second round will face the winner between Maria Elena Camerin by Melinda Czink.

Ameilie Mauresmo also had no difficulty in the second round advance to the U.S. Open. French tennis player of the 17th seed beat German is Tatjana straight sets 6-3 6-4.

Seventh seed Vera Zvonareva also into the next round after overcoming Nuria Llagostera Vives 6-0 6-4. While tennis Taiwan Chang Kai-chen surprise after defeating 25th seed to kaia Kanepi 6-0 2-6 6-2.

Results Other results:

Barbora Zahlavova Strycova (Czech Republic) bt Marta Domachowska (Poland) 2-6 6-2 6-3

Jill Craybas (U.S.) bt Carly Gullickson (U.S.) 6-3 7-6 (5)

Sania Mirza (India) bt Olga Govortsova (Belarus) 6-2 3-6 6-3

Melinda Czink (Hungary) bt Maria Elena Camerin (Italy) 6-3 6-4

Magdalena Rybarikova (Slovakia) bt Valerie Tetreault (Canada) 6-3 4-6 6-1

10-Flavia Pennetta (Italy) bt Edina Gallovits (Romania) 6-0 6-4

Aleksandra Wozniak (Canada) bt Laura Granville (U.S.) 6-1 7-6 (7)

14-Marion Bartoli (France) bt Rossana De Los Rios (Paraguay) 6-1 6-0

15-Samantha Stosur (Australia) bt Ai Sugiyama (Japan) 6-4 4-6 6-4

Stefanie Voegele (Switzerland) bt Alberta Brianti (Italy) 6-7 (10) 6-1 6-3

26-Francesca Schiavone (Italy) bt Yvonne Meusburger (Austria) 6-1 6-2

Maria Kirilenko (Russia) bt Mariya Koryttseva (Ukraine) 6-2 6-1

Kim Clijsters (Belgium) bt Viktoriya Kutuzova (Ukraine) 6-1 6-1

8-Victoria Azarenka (Belarus) bt Alexandra Dulgheru (Romania) 6-1 6-1

12-Agnieszka Radwanska (Poland) bt Patricia Mayr (Austria) 6-1 6-2

Vania King (the U.S.) bt Anastasiya Yakimova (Belarus) 2-1 (Yakimova retired)

US Open - Kim Clijsters Is Back

2009-08-31T21:33:00.001-07:00

Kim Clijsters returned to the grand slam tournament with a victory. The former world No.1 tennis player advanced to the second round of the U.S. Open after defeating Viktoriya Kutuzova.

U.S. Open is the third tournament Clijsters after repose of the world tennis for two years. Belgian tennis player decided absences while after giving birth to her first child.

This is also the first match at Flushing Meadows Clijsters beat Mary Piercey since the 2005 U.S. Open final. Clijsters now seemed still eager to get back into top tennis player.

This was demonstrated when overcoming Kutuzova Clijsters 6-1 6-1 in the first round of U.S. Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Monday (31/8/2009). He only needs 58 minutes to overcome his opponent from the Ukraine.

"This is very good to be back here in the center court and opened the tournament. I do not get this as defending champion years ago," said Clijsters as reported by AFP.

26-year-old tennis player was also pleased with its performance. "I'm glad I won the match with two sets without spending a lot of energy. This is more than usual," he said.

This is the sixth victory from defeat twice since Clijsters decided comeback. Clijsters in the second round will face the winner between Marion Bartoli with Rossana De Los Rios.