Henin-Hardenne seizes early initiative

Justine Henin-Hardenne took the first set to love in the historic all-Belgian French Open final against her compatriot Kim Clijsters.

Justine Henin-Hardenne took the first set to love in the historic all-Belgian French Open final against her compatriot Kim Clijsters.

The 21-year-old Walloon completely dominated the opening set, displaying some of the shots which carried her to victory over world number one and defending champion Serena Williams in the semi-finals, and wrapped up the opener 6-0 in just 26 minutes against her opponent from Flanders.

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