Red Clay Legends - The Story of Roland Garros

From the steamy Parisian afternoons of Borg and Evert to the thunderous dominance of Rafael Nadal and Iga ¿wi¿tek, Red Clay Legends is the definitive narrative of the French Open-tennis's most demanding Grand Slam. Set against the crimson backdrop of Roland Garros, this richly detailed book traces the tournament's evolution from its earliest days to its modern glory as a global cultural icon.

Explore the artistry, endurance, and drama that define clay-court tennis. Relive iconic finals, stunning upsets, and the careers of champions who left their footprints on the terre battue. Witness how fashion, politics, technology, and tradition all intertwine on the courts of Paris. This is more than a sports chronicle-it's a love letter to a tournament that challenges the mind, body, and soul.

Perfect for tennis fans, sports historians, and anyone enchanted by the blend of athleticism and elegance, Red Clay Legends offers a comprehensive, compelling journey through every rally, roar, and rain delay of Roland Garros.

Product details

• Authors: Gigi Romano
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 08.04.2025
• EAN: 9781923472396
• ISBN: 978-1-923472-39-6
• No. of pages: 162
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 229 mm x 11 mm
• Weight: 358 g
• Subject: Guides > Sport > General, dictionaries, handbooks, yearbooks, history