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The legendary Nadal proves his status again -- and Swiatek emerges as the clay-court heir
At the 2022 French Open, Rafael Nadal more than cemented his ongoing legacy as the King of Clay. And Iga Swiatek proved she may be the next one in line for the throne.

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How Iga Swiatek won the 2022 French Open
On Saturday, Swiatek beat Coco Gauff for her second French Open title. She has now won 35 matches in a row. What makes her so good?
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- Raducanu doesn't get enough credit - Sakkari
- Gauff rises to No. 13 in WTA; Nadal No. 4 in ATP
- With foot 'asleep,' Nadal wins French Open title
- U.S.'s Gauff, Pegula fall in French doubles final
- Swiatek downs Gauff for 2nd French Open title
- Arevalo, Rojer rule French Open men's doubles
- Zverev tore 'several lateral ligaments' in foot