Richou (2) def. Vanessa Child 6-2 4-6 6-4
It was a great match for me, and whether he thinks so or no, it was a great match in general.
The first set may seem routine, but it wasn't. I was 0/7 on break points, and I got his service games to deuce almost every time. Unfortunately I couldn't convert and he was able to when he got the chance.
Second set I stopped saying anything or even throwing my racket much at all, which I was doing a lot of in the first set. Though he continued to be unhappy I just tried to zone it out. I broke and then kept holding, which was very tough but I was able to keep my head and serve out the set.
Third set he broke early. I was still concentrating and kept my cool. I was able to break back and play some good tennis, but unfortunately he broke me in the final game
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Richou is my friend and we enjoy chatting with each other about many things. But I didn't notice him playing any differently from the way he usually does. I have never played my best against him before, but today I was able to and maybe one or two points differently and I could have won the match. I wish you best of luck in the final against Tog, and I hope we can play again soon
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