Roger Federer and Justine Henin-Hardenne were selected the International Tennis Federation's world champions on Monday.
Federer became only the fourth player to win the men's award three straight years, joining Bjorn Borg, Ivan Lendl and Pete Sampras.
The 25-year-old Swiss star won three Grand Slam titles -- the Australian Open, Wimbledon and U.S. Open -- and lost in the French Open final to Rafael Nadal. He won 12 titles overall, compiled a 92-5 record and extended his huge lead at No. 1 in the rankings.
"It was a great year for me," Federer said.
Henin-Hardenne edged Amelie Mauresmo to win the women's award for the second time, adding to her success in 2003. The 24-year-old Belgian reached all four Grand Slam finals, winning the French Open. She won a tour-high six titles, including the season-ending WTA championships to finish as No. 1.
Saturday, December 16, 2006
U.S. opens at Czech Republic on clay
The United States will play at the Czech Republic on an indoor clay court in the first round of the 2007 Davis Cup.
"We're looking forward to yet another challenge against a top European team on clay," U.S. captain Patrick McEnroe said Friday. "Having to win an away match on clay has been a challenge for us."
The Americans lost on clay in the 2006 semifinals to eventual champion Russia.
For the U.S. team's past four outings, McEnroe used the lineup of James Blake (currently ranked No. 4) and Andy Roddick (No. 6) in singles, and the top-ranked doubles team of twins Bob and Mike Bryan.
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