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Hewitt is the youngest champ since Boris Becker in 1986. Without A Hitch There's a reason he's No. 1. Lleyton Hewitt won his first Wimbledon title in straight sets -- as he won every match but one during the fortnight. David Nalbandian, making his debut at The Championships, never challenged Hewitt, Curry Kirkpatrick writes. It's the second Slam title for Hewitt, who beat Pete Sampras at the 2001 U.S. Open. Clean Sweep First they took over the singles final, and then the Williams sisters took home the doubles title as well. After Serena beat Venus for the singles crown Saturday, the pair won their second Wimbledon doubles crown in three years. Borg, Connors, Agassi and now Hewitt This final was the first between two baseliners since Bjorn Borg beat Jimmy Connors in '97-98. Kirkpatrick: On top of Henman Hill It's Tim Henman's everyday Englishman look and somewhat boring personality that have earned him not so universal praise. Kirkpatrick: Size doesn't matter Justine Henin doesn't get the publicity like the flashier players on tour, but she's quietly stacking up the wins. Serena dismisses talk of sibling collusion Serena Williams says that when she plays her sister Venus there's no prior discussion about who will win. More Features |
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