http://www.henin-hardenne.be/bin/index.asp?lang=en ROLAND GARROS: Brutal Diamond 30/05/2006: On a windy, chilly day three at the French Open, Justine began her Court Philippe Chatrier revisit with a brutal display of elite tennis over Estonia's Maret Ani 6-3 6-0. It was slashing, hard hitting, cutting edge tennis, that looked light years away from old school baseline clay courters. The world's greatest 1-handed backhand will play her next match on Thursday against Craybas or Yakimova. "I always like to have the upper hand in rallies. I feel alot of emotions here, and the public gives me so much in return, they supply me with extra motivation. I have so many great memories here. I'm very happy, and especially hope to continue in this manner"- Justine after the match It was Estonian Maret Ani's first Roland Garros, but her solid rallies, and good movement on court wasn't enough against Justine's brutal, yet diamond tennis today. The Belgian super heroine raced ahead cutting through the windy on court conditions to a quick 4-0. Nerves subsided, Ani gained composure, and a few games. Unfortunately, the Estonian's double faults subtracted all the hard work gained in breaking Justine's serve. A nice showcase of Belgian variety with forehands, 1-handed backhands, drop shots, and even serve plus volleys were too much for Ani to handle. The 2x RG champion won the first set 6-3. Justine started the second set breaking the Estonian, and continued her highly offensive non-traditional clay court style with flair. Despite the tricky conditions, the center court audience were able to witness a high end early round match from the Belgian tennis heroine. Ani was never able to get into the match as Justine rejoiced on her first match point for 6-0. Final score: 6-3 6-0 in 1 hour --

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