Lame

Amelie Mauresmo, won her first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open this year by “defeating” two Belgians, first in the semifinals and then in the final. Rather, the title was handed to her without a fight, without a chance for her to do her normal “Look at me, I’m a choker.” You see, both Kim Clijsters and Justine Henin-Hardenne defaulted in their matches to Mauresmo. Additionally, her third round opponent also retired in the middle of the match. Does this title even count? I guess it does, but it definitely was not earned. I seriously doubt Mauresmo has earned any respect as a champion for such a cheesy victory. Granted, it was not her fault her opponents quit in the middle of their matches. But let’s hope she doesn’t go parading around with huge victory parties. It’s interesting to note that now that the Australian Open is over, there is not one noticeable story link from the front page of their web site detailing the results of the lackluster women’s championship. Glad, I missed that one on TV– what a yawner.

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