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Li Na Wins China's First Grand Slam Title

She defeats Francesca Schiavone to win French Open

By John Johnson,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 4, 2011 12:11 PM CDT

(Newser) – A little history at Roland Garros today: Li Na defeated defending champ Francesca Schiavone of Italy to win the French Open and claim China's first Grand Slam title, reports Bloomberg. The 29-year-old is part of a burgeoning crop of female tennis players from China nicknamed the "Golden Flowers" by state media. "Everyone must be so excited" back home, she said afterward. Click for a recap of her 6-4, 7-6 (7-0) win at Bleacher Report.

China's Li Na return the ball to Italy's Francesca Schiavone during their women's final match.
China's Li Na return the ball to Italy's Francesca Schiavone during their women's final match.   (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)
Li Na of China hugs Francesca Schiavone of Italy after her win.
Li Na of China hugs Francesca Schiavone of Italy after her win.   (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)
Li Na of China kisses her trophy after defeating Francesca Schiavone of Italy.
Li Na of China kisses her trophy after defeating Francesca Schiavone of Italy.   (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)
Li Na of China celebrates.
Li Na of China celebrates.   (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)
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