For the first time in years, the American women made their presence known at the French Open. The 15 American women in the 2013 event won a total of 23 matches, while losing 14. Serena Williams led the way by capturing her second title at Roland Garros.
On a positive note, 10 of the 15 players were born after 1989. In other words, there appears to be a group of talented players waiting in the wings to fill in when Serena Williams retires.
The record and birth year of the American Women follows.
First round losers (0-1)
- Grace Min, 1994
- Christina McHale, 1992
- Venus Williams, 1980
- Coco Vandeweghe, 1991
- Lauren Davis, 1993.
Second round losers (1-1)
- Mallory Burdette, 1991
- Madison Keys, 1995
- Shelby Rogers, 1992
- Vania King, 1989
- Melanie Oudin, 1991
Third round losers (2-1)
- Varvara Lepchenko, 1986
Fourth round losers (3-1)
- Bethanie Mattek-Sands, 1985
- Jamie Hampton, 1990
- Sloane Stephens, 1993
Finals
- Serena Williams, champion (7-0), 1981.
On to Wimbledon, where the U.S. women should make an even stronger showing.