Why Justine Henin's retirement is bad news for tennis

Summer Ibara
Thursday, 15 May 2008 12:03
After a sensational 2007, the Belgian has shocked the tennis world with her announcement that she is quitting. One of the game's all time-greats, her graceful presence on court will be sorely missed.
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Ranking: 5 Stars of 5
Justine Henin: Queen of the court (gettyimages.com)

Novak Djokovic's Italian job points way towards No.1
Novak
Chris Goldsmith
Tuesday, 13 May 2008 11:29
The young Serb's victory in Rome showed he is no clay court novice. He's hungry for even more success, so watch out Roger and Rafa!
Comments: 3
3 Stars of 5
Federer, Djokovic, Henin, Sharapova and Co should all stop moaning
American hope Andy Roddick at the Australian Open
Chris Goldsmith
Wednesday, 14 May 2008 14:38
They don't complain when they're spending time on photo shoots and sponsorship assignments, raking in the money, so why should we feel sorry when the stars are asked to work a little harder on court?
Comments: 8
2 Stars of 5
With only Andy Murray in the top 100, it's back to basics for British tennis. But is that enough?
Katie O'Brien
James Mortimer
Sunday, 11 May 2008 07:37
The Scot is out on his own, with highest-ranked British woman Katie O'Brien ranked only 123 in the world. Poor facilities and a perception among youngsters that tennis is not cool prompts questions as to whether the UK can ever produce a Wimbledon champion again.
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5 Stars of 5
Anne Keothavong's battle to reach the Top 100 in women's tennis
Anne Keothavong
Chris Goldsmith
Tuesday, 13 May 2008 11:13
The British girl is finally nearing her target, but how long can she stay there? Let's hope she can inspire a few more young Brits.
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0 Stars of 5
Stanislas Wawrinka, the new name in men's tennis keeping the Swiss on a roll
Stanislas Wawrinka: 2006 Croatian Open winner
Chris Goldsmith
Tuesday, 13 May 2008 08:49
He beat a host of top players in reaching the final in Rome last week, and the 22-year-old is ready to up the baton from Roger Federer.
Comments: 1
3 Stars of 5
From Margaret Court to Steffi Graf, Chris Evert and Justine Henin: The countless goddesses who ruled tennis
Chris Evert
James Mortimer
Saturday, 10 May 2008 06:35
The fine form of female players has a great history, but who are the best ladies to have graced the game?
Comments: 4
3 Stars of 5
It's target Wimbledon for Novak Djokovic
Determined to Succeed Novak Djokovic of Serbia
Chris Goldsmith
Friday, 09 May 2008 07:02
The Serbian is mounting a real challenge to oust Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal from top-ranking slots. And his quest for tennis glory starts at Wimbledon.
Comments: 5
2 Stars of 5
Surfacing issue: Why Roger Federer is not the greatest ever tennis player
Focused and ready - Roger Federer of Switzerland
James Mortimer
Friday, 09 May 2008 14:45
The Swiss master has done it all and won it all, except for the French Open. And unless he gets one over Rafael Nadal on the red court, he cannot win the mantle of all-time number one.
Comments: 5
2 Stars of 5
Two rays of hope for British women's tennis
Cavaday: Bright prospect
Chris Goldsmith
Tuesday, 13 May 2008 13:29
Amanda Eliott and Naomi Cavaday are beginning to show their mettle - but there's still no sign of a future champion.
Comments: 0
3 Stars of 5
Djok and roll! Novak Djokovic is about to net top spot from Rafael Nadal
Third Seed Novak Djokovic of Serbia
Chris Goldsmith
Friday, 09 May 2008 14:05
One more victory at the Italian Masters will see the young Serb overtake Nadal at the top of the most exciting ATP Tour race for years.
Comments: 3
2 Stars of 5
Novak Djokovic is driving Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal to breaking point
A Triumphant Novak Djokovic
James Mortimer
Friday, 09 May 2008 10:23
The young Serbian is the up-and-comer on the ATP circuit, but how long will it be before he splits the world's top two?
Comments: 2
3 Stars of 5
Maria Sharapova may have to bow to Queen Justine in the French Open
Justine Henin: Open and shut case? (gettyimages.com)
Chris Goldsmith
Friday, 09 May 2008 07:15
Henin will be too good for everyone this year. She feels at home in Paris, and perhaps her biggest challenge will come from the in-form Vera Zvonareva.
Comments: 11
3 Stars of 5
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