The 10 Most Memorable Images of Tennis in 2012

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Published: December 28, 2012

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2012 was a big year for tennis.

We had Andy Murray's breakthrough Grand Slam victory at the U.S. Open, and Roger Federer's continued success at Wimbledon and in men's tennis.

In the women's game, we saw the recovery and dominance of American legend Serena Williams as well as the brilliance of world No. 1 Victoria Azarenka. 

We were thrilled and entertained completely by what took place on the court in 2012, and whilst we wait in eager expectation for what 2013 will provide, it's only fitting that we reflect back and have one last look at what happened in 2012.

They do say that a picture tells a thousand words, so in order to reflect on the year that was, here are the 10 most memorable images of tennis in 2012. 

 

10. Andy Murray wins gold at the 2012 London Olympics



The British hopeful Murray celebrates his defeat of Switzerland's Roger Federer 6-2, 6-1, 6-4 to claim gold at the 2012 London Olympics—his first major tournament win.

The 26-year-old had been defeated by Federer only weeks before in the 2012 Wimbledon final—getting revenge on his rival with a gold medal here.

 

9. Serena Williams at the 2012 Madrid Masters



Serena Williams slips on the controversial blue clay surface at the 2012 Madrid Masters, a surface that will be banned from competition in 2013 due to complaints made by a number of individuals in the tournament—including Williams (per The Daily Mail).

Williams won the tournament, beating Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-3 in the final.

 

8. Rafael Nadal wins the 2012 French Open



Rafael Nadal celebrates his seventh French Open title in 2012—a record that continues to build with every passing year.

The Spaniard has only lost one match at the tournament in the past eight years, beating Novak Djokovic 6-4,...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Tennis

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