A gentleman and a player

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Patrick Rafter may retire from tennis after the upcoming Davis Cup finals against France. Rafter remains popular among Australians, despite several recent setbacks. His aggressive play at the net has taken its toll on his shoulder, which may also have limited the time he can practice and thus his ability to play championship matches.

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Australian opening

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Many question whether Patrick Rafter can reclaim the Australian Open for his country, but Rafter knows that breaking the 23-year old drought will earn him the respect of his country. Pete Sampras has decided to withdraw from the Australian Open, which gives Rafter the best chance to win his national crown.

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Their cup runneth over

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Issues concerning tennis player participation in the 1999 Davis Cup, and rivalry between the US and Australian teams, are discussed. The author argues that the American team will have a better chance to win the Cup if Pete Sampras plays in the tournament, due to his current performance.

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