French Open 2014: Scores and Most Memorable Moments at Roland Garros

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Published: June 8, 2014

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The 2014 French Open is packing up and set to leave Roland Garros after two thrilling weeks of tennis. 

No player was safe in France, with three of the game's brightest stars being ousted in the opening rounds. Though a familiar champion ultimately emerged on the women's side, a fresh face arrived on the title picture in a gallant losing effort.

Maria Sharapova slipped past Simona Halep during the championship clash, but both competitors should leave Paris with their heads held high after a sensational title match.

Of course, what's a Grand Slam tournament without Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic meeting for the crown? The familiar foes will joust in the final match once again on Sunday, with the King of Clay hunting for his ninth French Open title.

Even the deal closed on that enticing bout, this year's French Open was full of drama. 



For the full French Open results, check out RolandGarros.com. 

 

Sharapova Bests Halep in Intense Final



Maria Sharapova earned her second French Open title in three years, outlasting Simona Halep in three tightly contested sets with the trophy hanging in the balance.

In the first three-set women's French Open final for 13 years, Sharapova mustered a tough victory over her 22-year-old adversary, who was competing in her first Grand Slam final. The victor took the first and third sets by a score of 6-4, but dropped a grueling second set at 6-7 (5-7).

"This is the toughest Grand Slam final I've ever played," Sharapova said after the win, per USA Today's Douglas Robson. "All respect to Simona. I thought she played an unbelievable match today."

As WTA's Twitter account noted, the 27-year-old is giving Nadal a run for his money on clay with her recent string of success on the surface.



Despite her hot hand, Sharapova enjoyed few easy...
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