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Sampras burns another boat [Nov 7, 2002]

Stephen BierleyThursday November 7, 2002The Guardian Pete Sampras has not renewed the contract of Alex Stober, his German trainer and physio, fuelling further speculation that he may be on the verge of retirement. Sampras, 31, has not played since winning the US Open at Flushing Meadows in September, when he defeated his fellow American Andre Agassi in the final for his 14th grand-slam and 64th career title. Sampras, who prior to this year’s US Open had not won a tournament since his seventh Wimbledon success in 2000, indicated immediately after his victory over Agassi that he might quit. However, according to those close to Sampras, he wants to make his swan song on the grass of Wimbledon next summer. Stober is now a free agent and is being linked with … Read entire article »

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Bridgette Writes to Samprasfanz

The Sampras Family Samprasfanz, First off, thank you for my birthday card. That was so thoughtful…I loved it. Secondly, the message book and card put together for Pete is amazing! We both were touched by the lovely messages and by the time you put into preparing it for us. Thank you for your unwavering support and continuous positive energy…it has been extremely appreciated this entire year! As for No# 14, wow! Wasn’t that incredible!? Thank you for sharing in the joy. Finally, the time is almost here for little ‘Baby Sampras’…our due date is getting closer and closer. We will keep you posted! Again, many thanks to each and everyone of you!! Love, Bridgette and Pete Tweet … Read entire article »

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