Andy Roddick of the USA defeated Jarkko Nieminen of Finland 6-2 4-6 4-6 7-6 6-3 in first round of the French Open held at Roland Garros in Paris. The exciting Tennis match finished with a double fault from Nieminen which was a bit disappointing for the viewers. Roddick heaved a huge sigh of relief and clenched his fist as soon as he secured victory.
Andy Roddick started the match on a great note breezing through the first set with typical elan before losing his way in the next two sets. But, staring a first round French Open exit brough about the best in Andy Roddick as he improved his much vaunted serve to conquer set four in a tie breaker. In the fifth and final set, Roddick managed to extract a early break of serve which eased matters for him. Finally, Nieminen could not hold his serve once again to hand Andy Roddick a well deserved victory. Roddick will be eyeing a good outing at the French Open to bolster his Wimbledon preparation after having not played competitive Tennis since March this year.
Well done Andy Roddick and let’s see you tough out the next match as well !
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