CINCINNATI, Aug 11 (AFP): Former world number one Kim Clijsters made a triumphant return to tennis Monday, defeating France's Marion Bartoli in straight sets in her first match in more than two years.
Clijsters, who retired in May of 2007 and gave birth to a daughter in February of 2008, defeated 12th-seeded Bartoli 6-4, 6-3.
"I'm really excited playing my first match," said Clijsters, 26, who received a wild card into the draw of the tournament which has been bumped up to WTA premier status.
"I've been training since the start of February, and I've always been focused on Cincinnati. Winning my first match feels good."
Clijsters makes triumphant return
FE Team | Published: August 12, 2009 00:00:00 | Updated: February 01, 2018 00:00:00
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